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Be Still and Know God: Get Your Life Back – Part 2

Psalm 46 reminds us to “be still and know God,” a concept easily lost in the constant busyness of our culture. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with John Eldredge about his book, Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad. John explains the dangers of a distracted, technology-addicted lifestyle, and suggests that we practice the "One Minute Pause,” along with soaking up God’s creation and turning off our phones. As we unplug from the "fight or flight" culture, our stress-triggered cortisol levels go down, and we can begin to learn how to cast our cares upon the Lord.

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Be Still and Know God: Discerning Wild at Heart – Part 1

If men didn't grow up with fathers who validated and loved them, they often turn to women or even porn to find that affirmation. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews John Eldredge, author of the best-selling book, Wild at Heart. They discuss the "father wound" that can manifest itself in a young boy’s life if he grows up without a strong male figure at home. Learn how Jesus came to heal that hurt in the lives of the brokenhearted as He sets the captives free.

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Reel to Real: How Families Can Be Discerning Moviegoers – Part 2

What is your mission in life? For a Christian, the answer is simple. To introduce people to Jesus Christ, so they can know Him and make Him known to others. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his uplifting conversation with Dr. Ted Baehr about the entertainment industry and how his book entitled, Reel to Real: 45 Movie Devotions for Families, is helping to spread God’s Truth.

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Reel to Real: How Families Can Be Discerning Moviegoers – Part 1

One of the most challenging jobs for a Christian parent is to identify the enemy’s threats that come against God’s truths for how to live a righteous life. John 10:10 says, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson meets with Dr. Ted Baehr, founder of the Christian media resource, Movieguide, to discuss his passion to help parents and their children practice discernment and keep God’s Truth alive, especially where it pertains to the entertainment industry.

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Seeing God as a Perfect Father – Part 2

According to A.W. Tozer, “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” So, what comes to mind when you think of God? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his deep discussion with pastor and author Louie Giglio about our perfect heavenly Father. No matter what your experience has been with your earthly dad, you too can know the perfect love of a father through your relationship with the Creator, your Father in Heaven. Discover the truth about His unfathomable longing for each of us to know Him and experience His great love.

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Seeing God as a Perfect Father – Part 1

When you think back to your childhood, do you have good memories of your dad? Or maybe you have memories of your father you would rather erase. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton sits down with pastor, author, and evangelist Louie Giglio, to discuss his new book, Seeing God as a Perfect Father. Many cannot relate to God in this way because of the painful experiences they had with their earthly father. Listen and be encouraged as Louie explains, “God is not the reflection of your earthly dad, He is the ‘perfection’ of your earthly dad. God is everything you wanted your earthly dad to be and more!”

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Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs

According to U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley, “All is not well with men in America.” On this edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton talks with Sen. Hawley about this crisis and his new book, Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs. Discover more as Sen. Hawley explains how to battle the “gospel of self” with the calling God has placed on your life.

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Awake and Alive: Finding Truth in the Chaos of Today’s Culture – Part 2

John 16:33 says, “In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his engaging discussion with John Cooper about his commitment to battle the lies and deception of culture with the Truth of God. Romans 6:18 says, “You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness.” Learn how John is reaching many through his Christian band, Skillet, and his book, Awake & Alive to Truth: Finding Truth in the Chaos of a Relativistic World.

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Awake and Alive: Finding Truth in the Chaos of Today’s Culture – Part 1

In the words of John Cooper, lead vocalist and bassist for the Christian band, Skillet, “The number one thing Christian parents can do is train their children in the Word of God.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews John, who tells of his passionate Jesus follower mom, who instilled a great biblical foundation in him which shaped his rock-solid commitment to Truth. Join us and find out how the unshakeable words of the Lord can bring you the peace you may be searching for.

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Letter to the American Church: Faith Without Works is Dead – Part 2

As Christians, the most loving thing we can do is to speak truth — God’s truth, even if that means going against the rest of society. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his discussion with author, Eric Metaxas, about his latest book, Letter to the American Church. Eric also challenges us to wake up and live out our Christian faith, for as James 2:17 says, “…Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” The question is, are we listening?

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