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Dad’s Vital Role in Building Character Into His Sons

If character training is a primary goal of parenting, and I believe it is, then the best way to instill it is through the demeanor and behavior of a father. Identification with him is a far more efficient teacher than lecturing, scolding, punishing, bribing, and cajoling.

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Provide the Pattern, Part 2

When dads are spiritual leaders, families thrive! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Pastor Brenen Beeler continues sharing an inspirational message about the irreplaceable role that fathers play in their children's lives. Discover why a dad's example creates a pattern for generations to follow, and how committed fathers can transform our culture. Learn practical ways to become the spiritual leader God designed you to be.

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Newsletters

A Journey of Faith and Family

As we celebrate the 15-year anniversary of JDFI together, let’s take a brief moment to look back and take a glance at what’s ahead.

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Broadcasts

Provide the Pattern, Part 1

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Pastor Brenen Beeler reveals shocking statistics about fatherless homes and the impact it has on crime, addiction, and suicide rates. He also shares powerful insights about how men can provide the spiritual pattern that their families desperately need to follow. Discover why a Christian father's example matters more than words.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Letter From a Teenage Girl

Dr. Dobson reads a letter he received from a 14-year-old girl describing how her father announced he was divorcing her mother and leaving town, and how it impacted her.

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Blogs

Helping Your Kids Get More Out of Church

Why do we make sure our kids have their textbooks, notebooks, pencils, and supplies for school, but not for church? Which is more important: Your kids going to Heaven or college? Getting good grades or knowing more about Jesus? Improving test scores or overcoming life’s hurdles?

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Broadcasts

The Measure of a Man, Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Gene Getz continue discussing God’s blueprint for masculinity along with what is really important in life. Dr. Getz stresses the necessity of not missing moments at home with family, and to make prayer a priority. These two godly men also reflect on their long careers, family histories and Dr. Getz explains the origins of his popular book, The Measure of a Man.

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The Measure of a Man, Part 1

The definition of a godly man in today's culture is becoming more and more ambiguous. It wasn't always that way. On today’s edition of Family Talk, listen as Dr. James Dobson and his dear friend, prominent Christian author and church planter, Dr. Gene Getz, discuss God’s blueprint for masculinity. They also celebrate Dr. Getz’s seminal book, The Measure of a Man, as it approaches its 50th year in print.

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Broadcasts

Sharing the Gospel Through Music

Life can take many twists and turns through dark times and unexpected tragedies. But we can rest assured knowing there is nothing that happens outside of God’s knowledge and His purposeful plan. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh interviews Steele Croswhite, a singer/songwriter, pastor and leader of the Christian worship band, The Rock Music Group. Steele explains how his pursuit of fame and fortune through music not only led him far from the Christian life he was brought up in, but ironically, it was worship music that rescued his empty, hurting soul.

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Dr. Dobson Minute

Molder of Romantic Dreams

Raise your daughter with love and respect. When she's older, that's what she will look for in a husband.

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