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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.

Content By Dr. James Dobson

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When Mothers and Fathers Disagree

What happens when mothers and fathers disagree regarding how to raise their children?

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Crazy Faith

Have you ever heard God telling you to do something you think is impossible? Listen as Dr. Meg Meeker shares how God can use you can do amazing things.

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The Thrill of the Chase

Whether a few days, weeks, or months after the wedding, something begins to happen to that lovin feeling. A man and woman just seem to lose the wind in their romantic sails. It does not always occur,

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Newsletters

February 2016 Newsletter

Dr. Dobson's February 2016
Newsletter

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Real Love Protects What Matters Most

How can we keep cracks from developing in the sidewalks of our marriages? The surest way to avoid an affair is to flee temptation as soon as it confronts you. Author Jerry Jenkins has referred to this

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Ryan Dobson’s Farewell Interview

To everything there is a season, and today marks the end of an era at Family Talk: Ryan Dobson tells the story of how he moved from California to work alongside his dad. Ten years later, the Lord has opened new doors for Ryan, and he is stepping onto a new path.

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Narrow Gate

The road into adulthood can be rough, and many young men struggle to get on the right foot. Bill and Stacy Spencer are working to change that. they explain how they help young men find the Narrow Gate, which leads to life.

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Franklin Graham and Dr. Dobson Q&A

Franklin Graham joins Dr. James Dobson to answer some of the toughest questions facing believers today. You dont want to miss as two of Americas most trusted Christian voices talk about declining values and the changing cultural landscape.

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The Key to Everything

How can you help your children succeed in every area of life? How can you improve the quality of your relationships at work, at home, and at church? On the next Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk, Dr. Meg Meeker interviews Matt Keller to discuss one of the most important character traits for success in every part of life.

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Blogs

God Is Still With Us

In my work with Christian families in crisis, I find them struggling in many of the same ways as the disciples. As they trudge along in deep thought, there is no evidence that Jesus is in their part o

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