On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Kevin Leman, father of five, discusses his book, What a Difference a Daddy Makes. He explains that a good dad honors his wife, affirms his daughter's strengths, and is quick to ask for forgiveness. A father's unconditional love will boost his daughter's self-confidence, academic achievement, and future family life when she's grown.
Despite the fact that the United States was founded upon Christian values and principles, in recent decades the secular culture has tried relentlessly to drive God out of public life. On today's edition of Family Talk, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses his book, Rediscovering God in America. From the Latin inscription, "Praise be to God" atop the Washington Monument, to the engraving on the Lincoln Memorial referencing that we are "one nation under God," Gingrich reminds us of our nation's rich Christian heritage.
Why was the 2022 March for Life so well attended by enthusiastic high school kids, College students, and young adults from varied backgrounds? On today's edition of Family Talk, Jeff Hunt, director of the Centennial Institute at Colorado Christian University, claims the reason is simple. These young people who are that vital next generation, grew up seeing the sonogram pictures of their baby brothers and sisters taped to the refrigerator door before they ever met them. Therefore, this new generation of pro-lifers rejects the lie that babies in the womb are just a clump of cells that you can get rid of without any remorse or guilt.
In a poem by Helen Steiner Rice, she wrote, "Sometimes we come to life's crossroads, and we view what we think is the end. But God has a much wider vision. He knows that it's only a bend." On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. David Jeremiah and Dr. James Dobson use the poet's words to illustrate the mystery of faith. Dr. Jeremiah, who battled reoccurring cancer, staunchly refutes the belief that Christians won't and should not experience pain and suffering. Whether you're facing cancer, divorce, broken vows, or a prodigal child, remember that God's grace is truly sufficient for every need.
In 1994, Dr. David Jeremiah, founder of Turning Point Ministries, was diagnosed with cancer. While he wasn't afraid of dying, he was afraid for his family and their future. On today's edition of Family Talk, the author of When Your World Falls Apart, recounts his health journey with Dr. Dobson and the role that faith played in his recovery. During times of pain and disillusionment, Dr. Jeremiah believes the church needs a theology of adversity. The Christian life does not guarantee smooth sailing, but King David reassures us in Psalm 46, that "God is our refuge and strength."
On today's edition of Family Talk, political commentator, news personality, and podcast host, Liz Wheeler, firmly declares that what we are facing today in our culture is a blatant attempt to delegitimize our nation. Citing the 1619 Project, Critical Race Theory and the transgender movement, Wheeler believes there is an outright agenda to destroy institutions that have defined our nation since its origin. Despite the declining state of our country, after having listened to the oral arguments at the Supreme Court about the Mississippi case concerning the ban on abortions after 15 weeks gestation, Wheeler believes we are finally on the cusp of Roe v. Wade being overturned and living in a post-Roe America.
"Jesus can lift our hearts, soothe our sorrows, heal our wounds, and drive away our fears." Those words sound like something Franklin Graham or John MacArthur would say. But on today's edition of Family Talk, you'll discover that America's 40th President, Ronald Reagan, made that declaration. In his 1983 speech at the National Religious Broadcasters convention, this God-fearing president cited Isaiah 40:8 which says, "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the Word of our God shall stand forever." Reagan's contention that "the Bible can touch our hearts, order our minds, refresh our souls" is as true today as it was then.
When a husband and wife blow up at one another, it can quickly become destructive. A marriage cannot withstand ongoing anger. Psalm 37:8 warns, "Refrain from anger and turn from wrath; it leads only to evil." On today's classic edition of Family Talk, the late Jean Lush suggests that you can defuse the intensity by talking to a close friend, exercising, or even doing something constructive such as cleaning the garage. These strategies will help you to cool off and wisely address your spouse in a gentle manner that will be pleasing to the Lord.
You might be surprised to learn that Gary Chapman, best-selling author of The Five Love Languages, had a rough start in his own marriage. Long before he discovered the five love languages, his relationship with his wife, Karolyn, was rocky to say the least! On today's edition of Family Talk, Gary explains that it wasn't until he began serving his wife, as Christ serves the church, that things really started to turn around.
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton is joined by Gary Chapman, author of the best-seller, The Five Love Languages, to discuss Gary's most recent book, Life Lessons and Love Languages. You'll hear about pivotal moments in Gary's life, from his profession of faith at the age of 10, to discovering the five love languages during his years of counseling married couples. In this candid conversation, Chapman shares life lessons he's learned during his 84-year unexpected journey.
