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Dr. James Dobson

Dr. James Dobson was the Founder Chairman of the James Dobson Family Institute, a nonprofit organization that produced his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk. He earned a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California and held 18 honorary doctoral degrees. He also was the author of more than 70 books dedicated to the preservation of the family.

Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years, and on the attending staff of Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years in the divisions of child development and medical genetics.

He advised five U.S. presidents and served on eight national commissions.

Dr. Dobson was married to Shirley for just shy of 65 years, and he was the beloved father of two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren.

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Will God Impeach America? Part 1

American culture in this day and age has become more godless and accepting of evil. the late Pastor Adrian Rogers preaches through Psalm 80 and explains the dangers of Americas continuing rebellion against God. Thats today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Healthy Habits Start Today Part 2

God cares deeply about our health and taking care of ones body is actually a Biblical principle He calls us to live out. Christian nutritionist David Meinz continues his talk on healthy eating and offers some helpful tips on the correct way to diet and lose weight.

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Healthy Habits Start Today Part 1

God cares deeply about our health and taking care of the bodies weve been given is actually a Biblical principal. Christian nutritionist David Meinz talks about the importance of watching what we eat and discusses how that food impacts our overall well-being. Thats today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Parents Prepare for Adolescence

One of the most overwhelming phases a parent goes through with young children is answering their tough questions. Dr. Dobson will talk with two sets of parents about how they handled The Talk with their kids and addressed other questions they had about growing up. Thats today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Protecting the Unborn: A Heartbeat Away

The despicable act of killing babies through abortion has plagued this country for over 40 years. But there is a glimmer of hope. Dr. Dobson talks with Janet Porter, Founder and President of Faith2Action, about a bill that she is trying to push through Congress, which will effectively end Roe V. Wade. Thats today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Dr. James Dobson’s October 2017 Newsletter: The Essential Father

Dr. Dobson's October 2017
Newsletter

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When You Feel Like Screaming Part 2

Parents can testify that raising children can at times be extremely stressful and demanding on their marriage. Dr. James Dobson sits down again with Dr. Grace Ketterman and Pat Holt to discuss their book When You Feel Like Screaming and give some practical advice on how to deal with tense situations with kids and avoid exploding on them when stress boils over. Thats on todays edition of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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When You Feel Like Screaming Part 1

Parents can testify that raising children can at times be extremely stressful and demanding on their marriage. Dr. James Dobson sits down with Dr. Grace Ketterman and Pat Holt to discuss their book When You Feel Like Screaming and address the different ways frustrated moms mistakenly deal with their children when stress levels are high. Thats today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Steve McQueen: The Salvation of An American Icon

Today, Family Talk is thrilled to bring an exclusive interview with Pastor Greg Laurie of Harvest Christian Fellowship about his new movie entitled Steve McQueen: American Icon. Pastor Laurie will discuss McQueens distinguished acting career and his yearning to find true meaning in life that ended with a decision to follow Christ. Listen to this incredible story of Gods redeeming love, today on Dr. James Dobson Family Talk.

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Leadership Training for the Next Generation

The next generation of young people are so crucial to the future of our country and it is imperative to impress on them the need to be informed and knowledgeable of how the world works. Dr. Dobson sits down with the Founder and President of the Student Statesmanship Institute James Muffett and a star pupil of SSI Johnathan Williams, to discuss how they are getting young people involved on all levels of politics, media and civic service for Christ. All that and more today on Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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