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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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Adopting Life Part 2

What are the options if you or someone you love is struggling with infertility? After years of heartbreak and despair, James and Kristy Bove were blessed with twins through the miracle of embryo adoption, also known as snowflake adoption.

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Adopting Life Part 1

What are the options if you or someone you love is struggling with infertility? After years of heartbreak and despair, James and Kristy Bove were blessed with twins through the miracle of embryo adoption, also known as snowflake adoption.

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Decision America Tour 2016

A year ago, Franklin Graham embarked on a 50 state tour called Decision America. This was a nationwide non-partisan campaign to encourage Christians to vote in the 2016 election. As the tour ended, he shared his thoughts about the Christians role in the political process. Hear his conversation with Dr. Dobson today on Family Talk.

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Not All Roads Lead to Heaven Part 2

If Jesus is the only way to Heaven, what happens to those whove never heard of Him? Will children be in heaven when they die? Dont all religions teach essentially the same thing? Isnt it intolerant to believe Christianity is the only true faith? Dr. Robert Jeffress answers some of the questions people struggle with when theyre faced with the exclusive claims of Jesus. Dont miss the conclusion of his challenging conversation on todays edition of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Not All Roads Lead to Heaven Part 1

Jesus said, I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me, yet 40 % of Americans believe everyone will eventually make it to heaven. Dr. Robert Jeffress explains why many people struggle with this exclusive claim. If youve ever wondered how a loving God could send anyone to hell, you dont want to miss todays edition of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk.

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Shattered and Restored Part 3

As a child, Julie Woodley was severely abused and trafficked; she began to abuse drugs, became a prostitute, and eventually had two abortions. But now she exudes God's love and grace and mercy, and has dedicated her life to helping others find the same restoration.

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Shattered and Restored Part 2

From childhood sexual abuse and exploitation, to teenage prostitution and drug abuse, to multiple abortions and suicide attempts, Julie Woodley's life seemed destined to be a dead-end. But God had another plan. Listen as she tells how God's love and mercy transformed her into a voice for the voiceless.

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Practical Suggestions for Selecting a Husband

Question: Give me some practical suggestions for the selection of a husband. I sure want to get it right and don't think I should depend just on looks or personality. What are the factors I should con

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The Woman’s Role in Marriage

In a progressive culture, its easy to forget the biblical roles that God has clearly defined for men and women. Learn why its so important to embrace those roles as Gods grand design - especially the

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What Wives Want Husbands To Know About Sex

Dr. Dobson and guests Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth tee up a light-hearted yet insightful "baseball" analogy about sexfrom a woman's perspective.

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