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Politics and the Bible Part 1

Are you concerned about the direction our nation is headed? Do you find yourself conflicted over who to vote for in the upcoming election? Learn how to make your decision based upon the Scriptures.

Wayne Grudem is Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary in Phoenix, Arizona. He received a B.A. from Harvard University, an M.Div. and a D.D. from Westminster Seminary, Philadelphia, and a Ph.D. (in New Testament) from the University of Cambridge, England. He has published twenty books, including his newest book, Politics , According to the Bible, which was published in September, 2010. He was also the General Editor for the 2.1 million-word ESV Study Bible (Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Book of the Year and World magazine book of the year, 2009).

He is a past president of the Evangelical Theological Society, a co-founder and past president of the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood, and a member of the Translation Oversight Committee for the English Standard Version of the Bible. He and his wife Margaret have been married since 1969 and have three adult sons.

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In the Blink of an Eye

As many of you might attest, life can change in an INSTANT. And when that happens, will we have regrets, or will we know we made every second count with those we love? That's our topic as we visit with Kim and Troy Meeder. Something happened to Troy that really drove this point home. He can't wait to share it with you. Listen in to this powerful message.

Troy Meeder is co-founder of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, a non-profit facility for abused children and horses based in Central Oregon. After a career in corporate America, he served as a youth pastor. Troy's wife, Kim, is the author of Hope Rising, Bridge Called Hope, and Blind Hope , books that share stories of people dramatically influenced by their ministry.

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Reaching Out to Cowboys

The great commission calls us to go and make disciples of ALL nations. Today, hear from a group of men whose goal is to reach the "cowboy nation." It's a unique way of reaching families with the Gospel of Christ through the Cowboy Church.

For four generations Grant Adkisson and his family have been hunting and guiding in Colorado.

Grant's Grandfather homesteaded in Colorado in 1888 to run cattle and sell beef to the gold miners during the Cripple Creek Gold Rush. Later, in the early 1900's, he helped guide and outfit President Teddy Roosevelt on two of his Colorado hunts.

Around 1920, Grant's father's family homesteaded just West of Canon City, on land around what is now the Royal Gorge. They immediately began hunting Mule Deer on the ranch and guiding guests in annual hunting camps. Read more about Grant Adkisson.

Gail Allen is by profession a rancher in southeastern Colorado near the town of La Junta. He and his family own and run a cow and calf operation. Gail and his wife, Millie, have five Daughters, four sons-in-law, and 14 grandchildren. The whole family is involved in agriculture and cattle production.

Gail is also a cowboy pastor. In 2005, his family ...

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Fierce Beauty Part 2

Do you sometimes find yourself focusing too much on outward appearances? Listen in as author Kim Meeder teaches how to focus more on OTHERS and less on yourself , that's what true beauty is all about.

NOTE: In order to fit within terrestrial radio time constraints, today's broadcast was edited to allow for Dr. Dobson's response to the recent remarks made by President Obama regarding same-sex marriage. However, we are pleased to bring you this complete, unedited version of our interview with Kim Meeder online. Please click here.

Kim Meeder is the co-founder and director of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, an organization that rescues abused and dying horses and pairs them with children in need. Kim's first book, Hope Rising, propelled the ranch to win the national Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award and launched her extensive public/motivational speaking schedule at schools, churches, and governmental conferences across the United States.

She and her husband, Troy, have been married for twenty-five years and live in Central Oregon. The size of their family fluctuates each year with the number of horses and kids that they rescue.

WARNING: Please be advised that some photos of Dakota's injury are graphic in nature. Please use caution when viewing ...

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Fierce Beauty Part 1

Guest Kim Meeder shares the love of her horse ranch and how these amazing creatures are changing lives. Find out how you too can get involved to help make an impact for the kingdom.

Kim Meeder is the co-founder and director of Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch, an organization that rescues abused and dying horses and pairs them with children in need. Kim's first book, Hope Rising, propelled the ranch to win the national Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award and launched her extensive public/motivational speaking schedule at schools, churches, and governmental conferences across the United States.

She and her husband, Troy, have been married for twenty-five years and live in Central Oregon. The size of their family fluctuates each year with the number of horses and kids that they rescue.

Laurie Sacher is a team leader at Crystal Peaks Youth. Laurie graduated from Point Loma Nazarene University in 2003 and taught English as Second Language in Spain before returning to her native California roots to pursue her passion for kids and animals. When she isn't working at the ranch, Laurie enjoys running with her dog, snowboarding, hiking, horseback riding, and spending time in coffee shops with friends.

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When Unemployment Hits Your Family Part 3

The unemployment rate remains over 8%, and families across America are struggling. Dr. Dobson is joined in the studio today by two couples who share their own story of adversity. They offer advice regarding how families can become more cohesive during a job transition, as well as how to be helpful to others in the same situation.

Lee and Jenn Darnold have been married for 14 years and have two sons. Together, they walked through a three-year period of job transition. Lee is currently the Chief Marketing Officer for a home building company and Jenn works as a part-time CPA while their children are in school.

Beau and Patty Henderson have been happily married for 31 years; have six children and 2 grandchildren. After being unemployed for 20 months, Beau came to work at Family Talk as the Creative Director.

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When Unemployment Hits Your Family Part 2

Do you worry about what would happen to your family if you weren't able to provide for them financially? One successful businessman describes the agony he felt over not being able to support his family for three years. How did he cope, and what can we all learn from his experience?

Lee and Jenn Darnold have been married for 14 years and have two sons. Together, they walked through a three-year period of job transition. Lee is currently the Chief Marketing Officer for a home building company and Jenn works as a part-time CPA while their children are in school.

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When Unemployment Hits Your Family Part 1

Beau and Patty Henderson reflect on their nearly 2-year season of living through unemployment. Depression threatened to creep in at every turn, but their deep trust and foundation in the Lord helped them to hold on through the ups and downs , and emerge with an even stronger marriage. If you're struggling from the loss of a job, tune in for encouragement and support.

Beau and Patty Henderson have been happily married for 31 years; have six children and 2 grandchildren. After being unemployed for 20 months, Beau came to work at Family Talk as the Creative Director.

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The Ramsteads: Finding God in the Valley Part 2

Last time we heard about how to weather life storms in marriage through the story of John and Donna Ramstead. They've endured unimaginable physical and emotional pain, and yet stayed walking towards what they call, "their true north." No matter what has come YOUR way, your family can still thrive.

John Ramstead's expertise is in complex estate planning, generational wealth transfer and asset protection. He functions as the client's trusted advisor on all matters affecting any related issues critical to assuring the smooth financial functioning of a multigenerational family or philanthropic plan.

Prior to joining Financial Designs, Ltd., Mr. Ramstead was a wealth manger with Bernstein Global Wealth Management. Before that he was an executive with a Fortune 500 company. Prior to that he helped to successfully start and sell two different businesses. Mr. Ramstead's early career was as a U.S. Navy F-14 pilot and flew combat sorties in Desert Storm and was an instructor at the Navy Strike Fighter Weapons School at the Miramar Naval Air Station in San Diego, CA.

Mr. Ramstead is a Minnesota native and graduated high school from St. Thomas Academy. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a full Navy ROTC ...

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The Ramsteads: Finding God in the Valley Part 1

Everyone goes through hard times, but how do you get through life's darkest storms? You will hear from one man who faced a terrifying accident, and is still recovering. He and his wife describe what THEY did when God didn't make sense to their family. Don't miss their amazing story.

John Ramstead's expertise is in complex estate planning, generational wealth transfer and asset protection. He functions as the client's trusted advisor on all matters affecting any related issues critical to assuring the smooth financial functioning of a multigenerational family or philanthropic plan.

Prior to joining Financial Designs, Ltd., Mr. Ramstead was a wealth manger with Bernstein Global Wealth Management. Before that he was an executive with a Fortune 500 company. Prior to that he helped to successfully start and sell two different businesses. Mr. Ramstead's early career was as a U.S. Navy F-14 pilot and flew combat sorties in Desert Storm and was an instructor at the Navy Strike Fighter Weapons School at the Miramar Naval Air Station in San Diego, CA.

Mr. Ramstead is a Minnesota native and graduated high school from St. Thomas Academy. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a full Navy ROTC ...

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