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“He was my hero!” Those are the words of Dr. James Dobson when describing his own father as he was interviewed by Pastor Ed Young on Father’s Day in 2019. Dr. Dobson concluded that, as a young boy, “I wanted to be like him. I wanted his God for my God, his values for my values.” On today’s special edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson and Dr. Young discuss the importance and irreplaceable role of fathers in the home.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19.5 million children, more than 1 in 4, live without a father in the home. When a dad checks out or leaves the home, it's like a bus driver leaving the bus, and the abandoned passengers end up in a ditch. On today’s edition of Family Talk, filmmaker and producer, Stephen Kendrick, gives us hope. The film he made with his two brothers titled Show Me the Father, features five true stories of wounded dads and broken homes, and how God stepped in and brought forgiveness and restoration. The solution to America’s crippling fatherlessness is to reconnect people to their loving Heavenly Father, and inspire dads to step into their God-given roles, in this moment.
When Christian filmmaker Stephen Kendrick speaks at a men's conference, he asks, “How many of you never heard your father tell you he loved you?” Tragically, half the hands go up. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Stephen discuss his recent documentary, Show Me the Father, that centers on the impact and influence of dads in the home. Stephen explains that there’s a direct connection between a dad’s words and the identity in the heart of his child. Stephen insists that it’s a game-changer when a father loves his child in word and deed, like our Heavenly Father loves us.
Without wanting to heap guilt on the heads of my masculine readers, I must say that too many fathers only sleep at their homes. And as a result, they have totally abdicated their responsibilities for leadership and influence in the lives of their children.
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.
Many teenage girls and women wish they had a better relationship with their dads. But fathers are often hesitant to talk with their Daughters about things that really matter, as if they'd rather do nothing at all than do it wrong. Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield, author of Let's Talk: Conversation Starters for Dads and Daughters, shares with co-host Dr. Tim Clinton about how dads can begin to have meaningful conversations with their Daughters. Girls tend to figure things out and feel valued as they can talk it through. Dr. Watson Canfield provides easy ways for dads to facilitate discussion and dive into their Daughters' struggles, hurts, fears, and hopes.
The late Dr. D. James Kennedy was a faithful evangelical warrior until his death in 2007. Todays Family Talk broadcast revisits Dr. Dobsons somber yet uplifting comments that he delivered at Dr. Kennedys memorial service. Dr. Dobson shared his admiration for, and friendship with this godly leader, before reflecting on Dr. Kennedys legacy. Dr. Dobson also challenged the next generation to boldly stand for righteousness like Dr. Kennedy did.
There is an ongoing attack from this culture with the goal of disparaging and vilifying men, fathers and the very concept of masculinity. Dr. Dobson reads his June newsletter, which focuses on this assault against biblical manhood. He reviews Americas moral slide away from godliness, and identifies the various ways men are undermined and ruthlessly criticized in this society. Hear what you can do to better honor and encourage the father in your life.
A fathers unconditional and patient love is the best gift he can give to his children. On todays Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton continue their conversation about the important role of a dad. The two emphasize a dads responsibility as a spiritual leader, and protector of their childrens young developing minds. Listen for this and other helpful parenting advice from these two wise fathers on this edition of Family Talk.
When someone says the word father an immediate picture comes to mind. Whether thats a TV or movie character, the dad you have or the one you wished you had growing up. Dr. Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton discuss the monumental impact of a father. They each reflect on the life and legacy of their dads, and highlight the ways they are striving to be godly men to their children.
