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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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Foundation For Successful Families Part 2

They've been the topic of major motion pictures and even kicked out of courthouses , but how do the Ten Commandments fit into the fabric of YOUR family? Listen in as Dr. Adrian Rogers shares how these timeless rules for life hold the key to having a successful family. You'll find that they're not dry and dusty "thou shalt nots" , but life-giving guidelines for living at peace with God and man. Learn more by tuning in today.

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Foundation For Successful Families Part 1

America used to be considered a Christian nation, but a recent Barna Group study showed that only nine percent of our beliefs would line up with a biblical worldview. As we'll hear, the all-important passing of the baton of faith isn't happening between generations. Want to know how to make sure it DOES happen in your own family? Then don't miss Dr. Adrian Rogers as he shares the ten secrets for a successful family.

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Helping Men Make Great Decisions

Does it bother you when men, and especially dads, are portrayed in the media as simple buffoons? Today, you will hear a positive portrayal of men and their ability to lead their family. Bill Farrel discusses the important of being a man of principle, truth, conviction, character driven, modeling behavior

Author and speaker, Bill Farrel, helps coach men on how to make solid decisions that will help keep them and their families in line with God's will.

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Wiping Away The Clouds of Depression Part 2

True or false? Seriously committed Christians do not get depressed? Today's guests say the answer is absolutely "false". Dr. Arch Hart and Dr. Catherine Hart Weber talk about the stresses that lead to depression, how men and women react differently, and how we can help loved ones who are struggling.

Dr. Archibald Hart is well known for his ministry to churches through psychological training, education, and consultation. A former dean of the School of Psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary, he is now retired from full time teaching. He has taught for years in the Doctor of Ministry program at the seminary, in addition to his teaching and mentoring responsibilities in the School of Psychology. Dr. Hart is board certified in psychopharmacology and was honored by the American Association of Christian Counselors with their Caregivers Award in 1997.

Dr. Hart has published 24 books. He and his wife Kathleen live in California. They have three Daughters, four grandsons, and three granddaughters.

Dr. Catherine Hart Weber is the oldest daughter of acclaimed author and psychologist Dr. Archibald Hart and speaker Kathleen. Dr. Hart Weber has written and researched steadily over the years on living well in life and relationships, authoring many articles and appearing ...

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Wiping Away the Clouds of Depression Part 1

Sure, everyone gets down at times, but serious feelings of depression are more common than you think. Dr. Arch Hart and his daughter, Dr. Catherine Hart Weber talk about why depression is an epidemic in our culture, what causes the disorder, and how it can be treated.

Dr. Archibald Hart is well known for his ministry to churches through psychological training, education, and consultation. A former dean of the School of Psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary, he is now retired from full time teaching. He has taught for years in the Doctor of Ministry program at the seminary, in addition to his teaching and mentoring responsibilities in the School of Psychology. Dr. Hart is board certified in psychopharmacology and was honored by the American Association of Christian Counselors with their Caregivers Award in 1997.

Dr. Hart has published 24 books. He and his wife Kathleen live in California. They have three Daughters, four grandsons, and three granddaughters.

Dr. Catherine Hart Weber is the oldest daughter of acclaimed author and psychologist Dr. Archibald Hart and speaker Kathleen. Dr. Hart Weber has written and researched steadily over the years on living well in life and relationships, authoring many articles and appearing in media, as ...

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Finish Well

Are you counting the weeks until retirement? Do you look forward to sleeping in and playing golf to your heart's content?

Years ago, Dr. Dobson sat down with his long-time friend, Dr. Ted Engstrom, who was still going strong at the age of 86!

Together they remind us that if Moses or the Apostle John had retired, we wouldn't have the Ten Commandments or the entire book of Revelation. Listen and find out how to add life to your years!

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Standing Together for the Family – January 2013 Newsletter

Dr. Dobson's January 2013
Newsletter

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Merry Christmas – December 2012 Newsletter

Merry Christmas - December 2012 Newsletter

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Freeing the Family From Pornography Part 2

In a culture rife with obscenity and pornography—do you worry about how to protect your kids? We all do, and so we shouldn’t miss Dr. Dobson sitting down with three experts committed to helping Christian families lead lives of sexual purity. Learn how to guard your family, and keep your own heart clean.

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Freeing the Family From Pornography Part 1

In a culture rife with obscenity and pornography—do you worry about how to protect your kids? We all do, and so we shouldn’t miss Dr. Dobson sitting down with three experts committed to helping Christian families lead lives of sexual purity. Learn how to guard your family, and keep your own heart clean.

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