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Choosing the Extraordinary Life – Part 1

In the Bible, the prophet Elijah was commissioned by God to radically engage the evil culture. As Christians, we are called to do the same. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Robert Jeffress, senior pastor of Dallas First Baptist Church, discuss Dr. Jeffress’ book, Choosing the Extraordinary Life. They examine the story of Elijah, and Dr. Jeffress shares how to discover God’s unique purpose for your life, as well as the need for believers to influence our society, and what it means to be “salt and light.”

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Don’t Miss Your Moment – Part 2

When Cleopas and his wife talked to Jesus on the road to Emmaus that first Easter morning, initially they didn’t recognize Him. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Pastor Clayton King surmises what prompted them to finally recognize their Savior. After Jesus led his followers in that unique 7-mile-long Bible study, He broke bread, passing it to them with His palm facing upward, and they saw for the first time His nail-scarred wrists. Have your eyes and hearts been open to the Lord just as Cleopas and his wife’s were in Luke 24?

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Don’t Miss Your Moment – Part 1

For the past two years, we’ve all had a lot on our plates. Skyrocketing inflation. Political upheaval. And, of course, the dreaded COVID pandemic. Some of us are frustrated and anxious, thinking that we have missed our moment in life. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Pastor Clayton King brings a message of encouragement. He preaches from Luke 24, where Jesus appeared to two of His downcast followers, Cleopas and his wife, on their walk to Emmaus. Jesus had just risen from the dead, yet they were unaware, and thus, despondent. Rather than dramatically announce His resurrection in downtown Jerusalem for all to see, Jesus personally revealed the Good News to these two obscure followers. He will lift your countenance as well.

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Rick Rigsby: The Wisdom of a Third Grade Dropout

Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train a child up in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Parents have a crucial obligation and responsibility to impart wisdom and sound advice to their kids. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Rick Rigsby boldly declares that the best wisdom he received was from his father, who was a third grade dropout. Rick was told to show up an hour early, be kind to people and that if he did a job, then do it right. The advice of Rigsby’s father has stayed with Rick to this day.

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Real Moms, Real Jesus – Part 2

Many Christians view Jesus as being completely God, but sometimes forget that He was also human. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Jill Savage shares why every mom can take comfort in the assurance that Jesus understands their exhaustion, disappointment, and vulnerabilities. Similar to how a mom has her sleep interrupted because her child is sick, when the disciples were startled by a great storm at sea, they woke Jesus after He had an exhausting day of ministry. Jill also explains to Dr. Dobson the need for people to define themselves by who Christ is, not what they may see or receive in other people. It’s also necessary for a mom to have a supportive and caring husband.

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Real Moms, Real Jesus – Part 1

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson is joined by author and speaker Jill Savage, who shares insights from her book, Real Moms…Real Jesus: Meet the Friend Who Understands. Together they discuss Jill’s fundamental precept—that Jesus can be a relatable, identifiable source of strength in every busy mom’s life. Between nursing your infant to having your toddler mistake you for a jungle gym, it’s normal to long for some personal space. For Jesus in His ministry, the pressure from the crowd became equally overwhelming. Similar to the need to establish boundaries to ensure some down time, Jesus stepped away from ministry to be alone and pray.

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Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain

On today's edition of Family Talk, Kathy Barnette and Dr. Ben Carson share how they did not let their environment and adversities define their lives. Despite the struggles and hardships each faced, neither felt they were a victim. Today, Dr. Carson is a retired neurosurgeon and political activist, and Barnette is running for a seat in the U.S Senate in the state of Pennsylvania. Both are convinced that America is the greatest nation that ever existed.

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Helping Your Child Develop a Healthy Self-Esteem – Part 2

Does your son or daughter have low self-esteem? Would you recognize what it looks like? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Gary Sibcy, a clinical psychologist, warns that a teen's emotional pain can lead to sleeplessness, irritability, and social isolation. Parents need to remember that kids spell "love," T-I-M-E. It is important to invest just 15 minutes a day in your relationship with each of your children by doing something they enjoy.

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Helping Your Child Develop a Healthy Self-Esteem – Part 1

On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Dr. Gary Sibcy. The two urge parents to help their children develop a healthy self-esteem by showing them how to manage the childhood stresses of teasing, peer pressure, and rejection as they grow up. As you lovingly encourage your kids to rely on Christ, they can develop a sound, true view of God and themselves.

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The Powerful Influence of a Wife – Part 2

In this Part 2 edition, Cindi McMenamin, author of When a Woman Inspires Her Husband, along with her husband, Hugh, share how a Christian wife can be the ultimate encourager to her husband in and outside the home. She should help him look good, refrain from criticizing him in public, encourage him privately and elevate him in front of others. When a wife shows her husband that kind of unconditional Christ-like love, their marriage will be transformed!

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