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.
The future may look dark, but victories are being fought and won every day in the courts. Helping to make that happen is Alan Sears from Alliance Defending Freedom. Learn about laws being decided today that will affect your family tomorrow, and be encouraged by the great work being done. It's a discussion not to be missed! So, tune in to learn how you too can make a change for a brighter tomorrow.
2 Chronicles 7:14 says, "If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land." Mrs. Dobson and the National Day of Prayer team join Dr. Dobson to share about their upcoming prayer event in Washington, D.C. and how you can get involved to help change the course of where this country is headed and heal this great land.
According to a Pew Research survey in 2010, nearly four-in-ten Americans say that the institution of marriage is becoming obsolete! Sadly, that is roughly 39%, but it's not too late to save YOUR marriage! Hear from Pastor Steve Holt and his wife, Liz, as they explain how couples can have a "God-wild marriage." Find renewed hope and practical advice on how to have a wonderful and lasting marriage.
One of the most frequent reasons young people delay marriage is said to be due to the lack of joy they see in their parents' relationships, and their subsequent divorces. Pastor Steve and Liz Holt share their personal experiences in marriage and how we, as the Church, can work to reverse this thinking. It's all about experiencing a "God-wild marriage" and being a strong role model to our children.
If speaking up for your faith led to the loss of your job, what would you do? Jill Stanek was faced with that choice, and risked everything to stop practice of abortion. Hear from Jill, a pro-life hero and former nurse, as she shares her latest concerns about emergency contraception , from easy access over-the-counter, to the hidden health risks involved. It's information every parent should know.
Reading about life in biblical times, have you ever wondered how to relate? Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth will discuss famous couples throughout the Bible, and show that their lives weren't so very different from our own! This conversation will make you want to dive in with a fresh perspective.
Cancer. It's a word that many of us know all too well. Whether through family, friends or even ourselves, cancer has impacted many of us in one form or another. Guests Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth share their personal journey with cancer. Their story is one of faith, perseverance, joy and trust. It's a hard battle, but sometimes our mindset makes all the difference.
Dr. Dobson's April 2013
Newsletter
The influence of Christ's teachings on our understanding of law and order in society has changed the world. Dr. Alvin Schmidt expresses a need to proclaim this truth to the world, with a hope that people will wake up to what's happening in Western culture. And with a lack of today's students' understanding of history, as well as the inherent problems associated with multiculturalism and postmodernism , we need revival.
Abortion, homosexuality and the oppression of women were all quite acceptable during the time of Jesus. As you'll hear, Dr. Alvin Schmidt shares several illustrations about life during, before and after the Greek and Roman civilizations to show that Christ did indeed give women and children a higher place of honor in society by his treatment of them. Tune in to hear what Jesus' primary mission was during that time period.
