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He’s guided millions of families worldwide, but where did Dr. James Dobson’s legacy begin? On today’s edition of Family Talk, this renowned family expert opens his heart about the father who shaped everything he would become. From career-altering letters to life-changing sacrifices, discover the personal story behind the public ministry of Dr. Dobson.
How does a father’s love shape his son’s destiny? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares memories of his remarkable father, whose unwavering faith and sacrificial love left an indelible mark on his life. From his parents’ extraordinary marriage covenant to treasured hunting trips in the woods, discover how one man’s commitment to God and family created a lasting legacy for his son.
Tell the kids stories about your family. Rich heritage may be lost if it isn’t passed to the next generation.
When we die, the stuff we accumulated will not matter. However, the love we have given will last.
According to Dr. James Dobson, “An inheritance is something you leave to someone, while a legacy is something you instill in someone.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Ken Canfield continue discussing Dr. Ken’s book, The Heart of Grandparenting. He shares how grandparents can have an “angelic influence” on their grandchildren, pointing them to the Lord and acting as safeguards. In addition, Dr. Canfield explains how grandparents are called to be reconcilers and teachers to help bridge the gap in family dynamics.
Dr. Ken Canfield believes we are on the brink of a grandparenting revolution! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Canfield unpack lessons from his book, The Heart of Grandparenting, including the opportunity that grandparents have to leave a lasting and impressionable legacy. He advises grandparents to communicate their own Christian heritage to their grandchildren, which helps in forming their developing identities, and building resiliency. Dr. Canfield also emphasizes the importance of being a godly example, because the best lessons are caught rather than taught.
On today's edition of Family Talk, Jay Kesler urges grandparents to be fully invested in their grandchildren by providing quality time and ongoing affirmation. If one of your grandkids gets in trouble with the law or faces an unplanned pregnancy, you could be the first person he or she calls. God demonstrates His patience with us, and you can exemplify His unconditional love to your grandkids.
In a world of dysfunctional families, Christian grandparents have become a lifeline for their precious grandchildren. On today's edition of Family Talk, author Jay Kesler urges grandparents to provide a welcome retreat for their grandchildren. By offering stability and engagement in the face of a corrupt culture that abolishes biblical truth, grandparents are even more likely to receive probing questions about life's purpose from their grandkids.
The Bible speaks glowingly about the role of grandparents. For example, Paul affirms young Timothy's grandmother, Lois, who passed her contagious Christian faith to her daughter, Eunice, and to her grandson, Timothy. On today's classic edition of Family Talk, author Jay Kesler proves that grandparenting is indeed a higher calling. Whether they are helping raise their grandkids because of an adult child's divorce or they live down the street or miles away, Christian grandparents should do what they can to provide a safe haven for their grandchildren.
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson reveals that his beloved father was the only one who gave his heart to Christ at a revival that cost the church $600. Not only did his dad go on to reach thousands as a traveling evangelist, but the Lord has used his son, James Dobson, Jr., to reach millions for Christ through his books and radio broadcasts. On today's program, his guest, speaker and comedian Dennis Swanberg, urges people of faith to be spiritual shade trees for the next generation by leaving a godly legacy. Psalm 1 describes the believer who delights in the Lord as a tree planted by streams of water.
