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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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Finding Hope in Prison

Ryan Dobson visited Angola State Penitentiary in Louisiana to observe the Navigators and Awana programs taking place. Ryan shares his experience of seeing the Gospel in action through the lives of prisoners.

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Update On The Obamacare Lawsuit

10 days ago a remarkable victory occurred when Family Talk won the lawsuit against the Obama Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services! It is a time for celebration, reflection, and preparation for what may come next.

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The Effects of Childhood Trauma

While childhood trauma can impact the well-being of any maturing person, it does not have to necessarily define one's future. Dr. Dobson shares some very interesting facts around this subject as well

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Smart Money, Smart Kids Part 2

What is the secret to teaching children how to succeed with money, and be content with what they have? Dave Ramsey and his daughter, Rachel Cruze reflect on their experiences and new book Smart Money Smart Kids.

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Smart Money, Smart Kids Part 1

What is the secret to teaching children how to succeed with money, and be content with what they have? Dave Ramsey and his daughter, Rachel Cruze reflect on their experiences and new book Smart Money Smart Kids.

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April Newsletter

Dr. Dobson shares a special newsletter on the moral decline of America.

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God in America: NDP 2013 Part 2

Is the government really hostile to Christianity? Rear Admiral William Lee will share with us about what is going on in our nation's military, and Dr. Dobson will share a special message on how the government is fighting religious liberty.

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Responding to Anti-Life Legislation in Colorado

Is the government really hostile to Christianity? Rear Admiral William Lee will share with us about what is going on in our nation’s military, and Dr. Dobson will share a special message on how the government is fighting religious liberty.

Rear Admiral William Dean Lee is Deputy for Operations Policy and Capabilities. The Admiral is part of the Coast Guard. He has been in the military for over 30 years. He speaks often on behalf of the religious liberties and persecutions in the United States Military.

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God in America: NDP 2013 Part 1

Pat Boone reflects on the history of prayer in America and Chaplain Barry Black speaks on why we should pray for not only our country, but our leaders as well, at the National Day of Prayer 2013.

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Finding Peace Through Forgiveness

Murder, drugs, and sexual abuse were all apart of Bill Reiser’s life growing up in New York, but throughout that time God was protecting and pursing Bill. In his story, God used other’s prayers to transform Bill’s life.

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