The Battle Begins at Home
Let me offer a word of advice. It is illustrated by an account of a battle described in the book of Joshua that occurred more than three thousand years ago. Joshua led a portion of his troops in a fro
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.
Content By Dr. James Dobson
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Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
If I were to draw a caricature of an adult experiencing a lifelong crisis of confidence, I would depict a bowed, weary traveler. Over his shoulder, I would place the end of a milelong chain attached t
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Ask Dr. Meg — The “Terrible Two’s” and Strong-Willed Children
Dr. Meg advises parents to keep their wits about them when a child is frustrated and out of control. Perhaps the child can't get her body to do what she wants it to do. At such times, channel a child's energy so that it will help her move on.
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The Dangers of Hooking Up Part 2
Have you ever tried to reuse a Band-Aid over and over again? Everyone knows it doesn't work , after several attempts, that Band-Aid simply loses its ability to stick! On this broadcast of Family Talk with Dr. James Dobson, two physicians warn that the very same thing occurs in marriage when intimacy has been breached beforehand. It's medical evidence for God's glorious design.
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Don’t Take Your Spouse For Granted
Each of us has a heartfelt need to be honored and respected. All too often, however, we take our spouses for granted at home. Is it any wonder that so many mothers hold down jobs in the workplace toda
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The Intimidation Factor
Homosexual activists know that most Christians are uncomfortable in todays highly charged political arena. We are, for the most part, peace-loving people who do not like angry confrontation and bitter
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The Dangers of Hooking Up Part 1
On this broadcast , it's straight talk for all parents wanting to teach their kids the importance of saving intimacy for marriage. Dr. James Dobson sits down with two OB-GYNS to discuss the latest scientific research supporting God's design for sexual purity. If you need help standing against the tidal wave of culture, you'll get it on this broadcast so listen in!
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Ideas for Anniversary “Getaways”
The key word here is memorable. Look for opportunities to get out of the rut and routine for a couple of hours or a couple of days. A fresh setting and uncustomary activities can lift your time togeth
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Dr. Dobson’s August 2016 Newsletter: A Conversation with Donald Trump
Dr. Dobson's August 2016
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God Wants Your Marriage to Be Filled with Passion and Romance
No matter how hard we try to define romance, it remains in part a mystery. Yet Solomons Song of Songs does give us several clues to its nature. In this evocative description of romantic love, we see t
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