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Letter to the American Church: Faith Without Works is Dead – Part 1

During World War II, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime wreaked havoc in Europe, which resulted in the loss of six million lives, while the German Church remained silent. Could that happen again? According to Eric Metaxas, the similarities in the actions of the Church during WWII are hauntingly close to what is happening today in our society. On this edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Eric discuss his book, Letter to the American Church, and the role of the American Body of Christ in the culture. If we are to keep history from repeating itself, we must stand and speak out against the modern-day evils or risk being guilty of helping those evils to thrive.

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Christian Resistance: Learning to Defy the World and Follow Jesus – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his conversation with author James Spencer, Ph.D., to discuss his book, Christian Resistance: Learning to Defy the World and Follow Jesus. Hear how we can fight against the wiles of the world and the forces of darkness that so easily ensnare us by getting back to the basics of our Christian faith. According to Dr. Spencer, we need to be “pleading with God to act in our midst to strengthen us and protect us” from the evils of the world we live in.

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Christian Resistance: Learning to Defy the World and Follow Jesus – Part 1

If your faith were a paper cup, would it be able to hold water? Or would you find that it would leak a little, or a lot? Today on Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews James Spencer, Ph.D., to discuss his new book, Christian Resistance: Learning to Defy the World and Follow Jesus. Listen as Dr. Spencer challenges us to examine our faith to ensure we are not losing our ability to testify for Christ in a world that tries to convert us and water down our own beliefs. Romans 12:2 declares, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is — His good, pleasing and perfect will.”

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They Call Me Coach: Ministry From the Pulpit and the Field – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his insightful conversation with Pastor Tom Mullins, the founding pastor of Christ Fellowship Church in South Florida. Pastor Tom shares how his life experiences as pastor, coach, and ministry leader have allowed him to encourage people with love and the message of the hope of Jesus. Proverbs 27:17 declares, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”

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They Call Me Coach: Ministry From the Pulpit and the Field – Part 1

According to the book of Jude, we are “called, loved, and kept” by God. Imagine what we could do if we let these words of the Bible truly sink into our hearts, minds and souls! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton interviews Pastor Tom Mullins about his passion to aid and speak life into a burned out, tired world. Be encouraged as Pastor Tom shares his vision to have a godly impact for generations to come.

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How the Church Can Reach the Millennial Generation – Part 2

What are the best ways for the Church to engage the millennial generation? On today’s Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his interview with Pastor Jonathan Teague. They examine young adults and their disconnect with the concept of absolute truth. Jonathan has plenty of experience in dealing with this issue as a young adult minister who hears from restless students, post grads, newlyweds, and young professionals as part of the pastoral care he provides at Prestonwood Baptist Church in the Dallas area. He emphasizes why mature believers must disciple millennials, even when it's uncomfortable to do so. 1 Timothy 4:12 declares, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.”

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How the Church Can Reach the Millennial Generation – Part 1

When you think about millennials, how would you characterize this generation? Apathetic, a false sense of entitlement, afraid of commitment? Or maybe infinite untapped potential? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses this critical demographic and the future of our culture with Jonathan Teague, senior associate pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church. Tune in as they dive into the misconceptions and cultural issues that have shaped the worldview of millennials and why they struggle to connect with older generations. Find out how we can still relate to them in different ways to gain trust and mutual understanding to build up the next generation of Christians in every community.

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The Role of Christianity and The Church in American Public Life

According to Gary Bauer, “there would not be an America without involved Christians.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, the senior vice president of public policy at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute shares that despite the opposing views within secular culture, our Christian faith plays a significant role in the public square. Gary also points out the blueprints for our nation, designed by the Lord, that are embedded throughout our nation’s capital and history, and warns that the threats to our religious freedom must not be ignored.

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One at a Time: God Wants to Use You to Change the World – Part 2

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his discussion with author and pastor, Kyle Idleman, focusing on his new book, One at a Time: The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World. They discuss the impact of influence, how God expanded Kyle’s definition of compassion, and how we are to model Jesus by loving people differently.

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One at a Time: God Wants to Use You to Change the World – Part 1

It seems that culture is changing faster than we can imagine, and it can be overwhelming to think of how we can make a difference and where to start. But what if all we need to do is focus on just one person at a time? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton discusses this concept with Kyle Idleman, senior pastor of Southeast Christian Church, and the author of One at a Time: The Unexpected Way God Wants to Use You to Change the World. Hear how Kyle’s life was changed one day after reading Luke 8, and how he learned to view serving others with a “zoom lens” focus.

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