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Are you single and up for today’s dating game? According to Rev. Tommy Nelson, “Dating is a pain and can be a painful thing.” Today on Family Talk, you’ll hear from Rev. Nelson, pastor of the Denton Bible Church in Denton, Texas, on the age-old idea of romance and what the Bible has to say about it. You’ll find yourself laughing out loud as Pastor Tommy adds his relatable humor to an otherwise serious topic in life.
Currently in America, many of our youth have never learned that our country was founded on principles set forth in the Bible. That’s because God and truth are systematically being erased from our history. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer concludes his critical discussion with Cornel Potra, founder of Potra Law Firm, about the alarming similarities he has witnessed between what was communist Romania and the United States of America today. Cornel details the terrible journey he made as he escaped the harshness of Romania and finally became a legal United States citizen. Due to his harrowing experience, Cornel will never take for granted the freedoms he has in this country. Cornel and Gary’s conversation challenges all of us to reevaluate our responsibilities as Christian citizens. We must always protect our God-given freedoms and liberties no matter the cost.
Let us not forget that America was built on the idea that our liberties come from God, not the government. It is this foundation that sets our beloved country apart from many other nations. Today on Family Talk, Gary Bauer talks with Cornel Potra, founder of Potra Law Firm, specializing in immigration law in the USA. Cornel was born and raised in Romania, which was a communist nation at the time. He recognizes first-hand what it's like to live in a country where individual freedoms and liberties are stripped away. Discover more about Cornel’s journey to becoming a legal citizen in America, and his great passion to ensure all our God-given freedoms won’t be taken away!
Many people struggle with alcohol and other addictive substances, but very few actually receive treatment. Today on Family Talk, Bob and Pauline Bartosch, authors of Overcomers Outreach: Bridge to Recovery, reveal to Dr. James Dobson their past dependency on alcohol and valium. Ultimately, they both found hope and healing in the Lord, and through support communities in Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon. Out of their experience, Bob and Pauline co-founded Overcomers Outreach, a Christ-centered addiction support group.
As we continue to remember the harrowing aftermath of 9/11, we must also never forget the One who gave His life to save us from our sins and conquer death. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his sobering conversation with Dr. Steve and Megan Scheibner. They explain their perspective of that harrowing day, and their renewed appreciation for Christ’s payment for our sins. 1 Peter 3:18 says, “For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God.” As Steve so eloquently states, “This is the oldest, most important love story ever told. Jesus died on the Cross for you! He is our substitutionary sacrifice. What are you going to do with that?”
On September 11, 2001, our beloved country experienced a horrific terrorist attack that claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 people. On that day, Dr. Steve Scheibner was scheduled to co-pilot American Airlines flight 11, the first plane that crashed into the north tower of the World Trade Center, but his assignment was changed at the last minute. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dr. Steve and his wife, Megan, to talk about their experience on that horrendous day.
According to Dr. Erwin Lutzer, the great task of the Church is to evangelize, and this is why politics are important in America, so we can accomplish the first task of the Church. On today’s edition of Family Talk, join Gary Bauer as he concludes his inspiring discussion with Dr. Erwin Lutzer about his book, The Eclipse of God. Revitalize your faith as Dr. Lutzer challenges us with his heartfelt plea to come back to the God of the Bible. The God who hates sin and rescues us from our iniquities through His son, Jesus Christ!
Many would not refute that our country has become unrecognizable and that our culture is unraveling before our eyes. Today on Family Talk, Gary Bauer talks with Dr. Erwin Lutzer, author and pastor emeritus of The Moody Church, about his latest book, The Eclipse of God: Our Nation’s Disastrous Search for a More Inclusive Deity (And What We Must Do About It). Dr. Lutzer explains, "we need a fresh vision of who God is and not the God we just wish He was.” Isaiah 5:20 says, “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter.” Because you care about our nation and standing up for the truth of the Bible, you won’t want to miss this critical discussion!
Raising children is challenging in the best of circumstances. After all, parenting does not merely require self-sacrifice; parenting is self-sacrifice.
Have you found it challenging to balance the demands of marriage and family, while still having devotional time with the Lord? On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James and Shirley Dobson discuss their best-selling book, Night Light for Parents, an easy devotional for moms and dads to read every night. Each passage has a high-impact short story, questions that will prompt great conversation, and a brief prayer at the conclusion. Hebrews 3:13 says, “But encourage one another daily, as long as it is called ‘Today,’ so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.” Listen to this edition of Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk, as Dr. Dobson and Shirley share personal stories of their own family life, and how a commitment to God and to each other can bolster your marriage.
