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Winning at Home: Tackling the Topics that Confuse Kids and Scare Parents – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Dan Seaborn continue discussing Dan’s book, Winning at Home. The two men reveal the impact of technology on kids, along with the ever-present threat of bullying, and the importance of parents maintaining healthy communication with their kids in order to be aware of what is going on in their lives.

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Winning at Home: Tackling the Topics that Confuse Kids and Scare Parents – Part 1

Not only are Christian parents forced to raise their kids in a culture that denies the traditional values of their faith, but also in one that strongly opposes them at every turn. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and his guest, author Dan Seaborn, address this concern by breaking down Dan’s recent book, Winning at Home. Seaborn stresses the need for parents to have a solid foundation in Christ to support their parenting efforts, even when they are at their wits’ end.

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The Essential Legacy of Fathers: A Conversation with Jerry Newcombe – Part 1

Christian fathers have an obligation to raise their children on the principles of God's Word. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Jerry Newcombe, producer and columnist for D. James Kennedy Ministries discuss the influence and impact of their fathers. Ephesians 6:4 says, “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.”

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Ben Roethlisberger: Steeler for Life, Through Thick and Thin

According to Ben Roethlisberger, “Football is not who I am, it’s what I do.” He spent the first four decades of his life becoming one of the greatest quarterbacks in football history. But for the next 40 years, he wants to further expand God's kingdom. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the two-time Super Bowl champion and former quarterback of the NFL’s Pittsburgh Steelers, highlights his favorite football moments and shares the importance of faith and family, and his plans for life in retirement, including the mission to start a new foundation. Standing 6 feet, 5 inches tall, “Big Ben” reveals that the manliest thing a dad can do is be vulnerable with his kids.

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How to Raise a Brat

The late Dr. Benjamin Spock, who wrote the perennial best seller, Dr. Spocks Baby and Child Care, was severely criticized for his laissez-faire approach to child-rearing.

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Fathers: Shaping A Daughter’s Life

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.

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3 Steps to Taming Your Child’s Tongue

"Mooooomy, I want some juuuiiice!" Whining
"She was mean to me first!" Blaming
"You're stupid!" Disrespecting
"Tommy's not doing what you told him to do!" Tattling
"No, I'm not going to clean my room!

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God’s Model for Fatherhood

Renowned author and Christian apologist, Josh McDowell, joins Dr. James Dobson to discuss his book, The Father Connection. Despite being raised by an abusive, alcoholic father, Josh eventually discovered his Heavenly Father's gentle and everlasting love for him. Josh forgave his dad, and ultimately led him to Christ. In this inspirational pre-Father's Day broadcast, he reminds us that children are molded by their father's model of daily, faithful consistency in the little things.

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Raising Boys: Wounded Spirits

It’s critical for moms and dads to understand how their boys are intricately designed by God. Today, Family Talk is featuring one of Dr. Dobson’s classic ‘Bringing Up Boys’ teaching series. He focused on what parents can do to mend a child’s broken or wounded spirit. Dr. Dobson also addressed how bullying, peer pressure, and entertainment can warp the minds of our kids.

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Dr. Ed Young Interviews Dr. James Dobson

For Father’s Day 2019, Dr. Dobson was invited to speak at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. Today on Family Talk, you will hear his conversation with his longtime friend, Pastor Ed Young. Dr. Dobson talked about the impact of his dad on his life, and illustrated why boys and girls desperately desire a meaningful relationship with their father.

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