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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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Restoring The Soul Of America – Part 2

Martin Niemller was a pastor and theologian who stood up against Hitler and Nazi Germany. By examining the life of Pastor Niemller, we may discover how to restore the soul of America. Dr. Dobson interviews Pastor Laurence White about the future of America.

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Restoring The Soul Of America – Part 1

Martin Niemller was a pastor and theologian who stood up against Hitler and Nazi Germany. By examining the life of Pastor Niemller, we may discover how to restore the soul of America. Dr. Dobson interviews Pastor Laurence White about the future of America.

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Blogs

Is Good Family Life Harder Today?

Question: Dr. Dobson, I don't believe my parents went through this kind of anxiety when my sisters and I were young. We were all relatively happy, and none of us rebelled. Am I right in assuming that

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Pursuing Revival Part 2

If is a powerful word that demands a response. Just like parents tell their children, If you will do this, I will let you go to bed later God uses the if phrase to illustrate how Gods people can experience revival. On the next edition of Family Talk, Dr James Dobson will interview Bob Vander Plaats about how we as individuals and a nation can pursue revival.

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Pursuing Revival Part 1

If is a powerful word that demands a response. Just like parents tell their children, If you will do this, I will let you go to bed later God uses the if phrase to illustrate how Gods people can experience revival. On the next edition of Family Talk, Dr James Dobson will interview Bob Vander Plaats about how we as individuals and a nation can pursue revival.

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Declaration of Dependence Part 2

On the next edition of Family Talk, witness the historic signing of the Declaration of Dependence by Dr. James Dobson.

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Declaration of Dependence Part 1

How did the pro-life movement start? Can Christians really fight this battle with all the legalities? On this edition of Dr. James Dobsons Family Talk, well hear Thomas Glessner discuss the Pro-Life Movement from a legal standpoint.

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God Bless America On The Battlefield Part 2

God Bless Americaits a song that is both inspiring and patriotic. Now imagine that song sung by soldiers on the battlefield during war. General Jerry Boykin recalls this powerful story.

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Newsletters

Dr. Dobson’s July 2014 Newsletter

Dr. Dobson's July 2014
Newsletter

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God Bless America On The Battlefield Part 1

God Bless Americaits a song that is both inspiring and patriotic. Now, imagine that song sung by soldiers on the battlefield during war. Lieutenant General William "Jerry" Boykin recalls this powerful story.

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