I Believe in American Patriotism
Dr. James Dobson shares a powerful message about love for country, individual liberty, and the bedrock values that have made America great.
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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Self-Control Doesn’t Just Happen
Question: Isn't it our goal to produce children with self-discipline and self-reliance? If so, how does your approach to external discipline imposed by parents get translated into internal control?
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Finding Fulfillment In Our Work
Today's commentary explains why it's important to enjoy what you do.
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An Encouraging Word From Dr. James Dobson on Independence Day
In honor of Independence Day, Dr. Dobson has a message for anyone burdened by hard times or struggling with the direction our nation is headed.
We live in a unique country that has seen its share of trials and triumphs. By God’s grace, the American people have always had the resiliency to endure difficult days when it was hard to keep hope alive.
Our nation has been blessed by God because so many of our people have honored Him. Yet, there is much to pray for, even as we celebrate today. So let this encouraging video lift your spirits and turn your eyes upon Jesus.
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Financial Problems and Stress
When I was a teenager I had a recurring dream which invariably delighted me: the episode would always begin by my noticing a shiny dime near the sidewalk where I walked. As I reached down to retrieve
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Finding Strength Through Adversity
It's hard to cope when things get tough, but persevering means a chance to become stronger than ever.
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Douglas Mawson’s Expedition: A Lesson in Perseverance
There may be times when you feel ready to give up, but as Dr. Dobson illustrates--perseverance is key. Never lose hope!
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To Build a Fire
Nothing smothers a flame of love faster than hovering too close and trying too hard.
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Caregiving with Grit and Grace, Part 2
Caregiving can become a lifelong journey filled with unexpected challenges and seasons of hope. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his conversation with author Jessica Ronne about her book, Caregiving with Grit and Grace. She shares how caring for her disabled son, Lucas, led to creating Hope Farm, a residential facility for adults with disabilities.
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Believe in Yourself
Dr. Dobson explains how self-confidence can make all the difference between succeeding and failing...