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Advent Day #1 – The Promise: A Warrior-Savior

The story of Christmas did not start with a manger in Bethlehem. It began long before, in the garden of Eden. The enemy of God, Satan, tempted Adam and Eve to trust him and doubt God. Tragically, Adam and Eve obeyed the Satanic snake over the good Creator.

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When Our Christmas Traditions Clash

Christmas can be a joyful holiday, but for many couples, it is the most difficult one. Christmas often triggers conflict, filling December days with disappointments, disagreements and disconnection.

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The Most Common Disciplining Error

Question: Dr. Dobson, what is the most common error made by parents in disciplining their children? Answer: I would have to say it is the inappropriate use of anger in attempting to manage boys and girls. It is one of the most ineffective methods of attempting to influence human beings (of all ages). Unfortunately, most adults rely primarily on their own emotional response to secure the cooperation of children.

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When Memories of Christmas Hurt

It is a time when our hearts overflow with joy and kindness. But it is also a time filled with stress regarding the rush of presents, dinners, decorations and yes, disappointments. Why disappointments

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When Home for the Holidays is Disappointing

The Christmas season isn't supposed to be disappointing. But it often is! Around every corner are sights of nativity scenes, Christmas trees, Santa's reindeers and the smells of cinnamon and pine cone

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Dream Big Again

JDFI congratulates President-elect Donald J. Trump on his remarkable comeback victory last night. He not only won an Electoral College majority but appears to have won the popular vote as well.

· Trump effectively put together a multi-racial, multi-ethnic coalition that rejects the racial identity politics that has been used by the neo-Marxist left to divide our country.

· President-elect Trump reiterated last night that he believes God saved him from the assassin’s bullet because He has something He wants Trump to do. The president-elect believes God wants him to unite the country, heal our divisions, and restore the American dream. To do that, Christians must continue to engage the culture and the public square.

· Over the next four years, the freedom of speech and religion will be strengthened rather than undermined. Parental rights will be defended, and the U.S./Israel alliance will be strengthened.

We thank every Christian citizen who voted. Without your participation, the country would be in a very different situation this morning. JDFI is also pleased President Trump will work with a friendly Senate next year. Let’s pray that conservative policies will proliferate.

But the news is not all good.

While the presidential candidate who built her entire campaign on being pro-abortion ...

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How to Set Healthy Boundaries in Relationships

Dating can be enjoyable and fun. But sometimes conflicts arise because one or both people in the relationship lack boundaries. Maybe he doesn’t listen when you say “no,” or you are constantly putting him down. However, when you know your boundaries—and communicate your needs to each other—you’ll be living true to your values. You will have a stronger sense of self, more joy, and better, healthier relationships.

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Talking to Kids About Halloween

Dr. Dobson, what do you tell kids about Halloween?

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Bringing Up Girls: Social Media and Our Daughters

One of the phenomena that makes parenting in our time so complicated is social media. Interactive digital platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok simply did not exist when many of us parents were growing up. Nowadays, however, smartphones and the social media they feature have become ubiquitous. According to a 2022 study from the Pew Research Center, up to 95% of teenagers surveyed (ages thirteen to seventeen) said they use social media, with numerous teens using it “almost constantly.”

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Do Women Need Men More or Vice Versa?

Question: Dr. Dobson, do you think women need men more than men need women? Which sex copes best when living without the other?

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