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Today as Family Talk concludes their "2020 Best of Broadcast" retrospective, you'll hear Dr. James Dobson's touching conversation with his longtime friend, Pastor Ed Young. In June of 2019, Dr. Dobson appeared at Pastor Young's church for Father's Day. Dr. Dobson talked about the impact his dad had on his life, and illustrated why boys and girls desperately desire a meaningful relationship with their own fathers.
2 Corinthians chapter 12 reminds us to boast in our weaknesses so that we may fully experience God's strength. The late author, counselor and speaker Marjorie Caldwell shares a touching and at times heartbreaking testimony, tempered by her ever present wit and humor. She recalls the ways that God used the ups and downs in her life to His glory.
Mark Twain once said, "Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand." The late author, counselor and speaker Marjorie Caldwell delivers an inspiring message in which she emphasizes the importance of laughter in God's eyes, even in the midst of life's tragedies and pain.
With a lack of principled leaders in our society today, we must look back to godly men and women from previous generations for inspiration. Dr. James Dobson and best-selling author and radio host, Eric Metaxas, talk about his latest book, 7 More Men. They discuss the spiritual impact of preacher George Whitfield, and highlight the battlefield courage of Sgt. Alvin York.
Great leaders throughout history are revered for their passion and unrelenting insistence on doing what is right. Dr. James Dobson and best-selling author and radio host, Eric Metaxas, discuss his latest book, 7 More Men. They refer to Eric's previous book about great historical Christian figures, and examine the legacy of philosopher and novelist, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn.
The renowned Reverend Billy Graham left a towering legacy that continues through his children and grandchildren. Dr. Tim Clinton talks with Cissie Graham Lynch about her early struggles to live up to her family's name, and how her spiritual growth blossomed by seeing the fruit of her grandfather's dedication to God.
Too many Americans take God's blessings for granted and embrace immorality. Former Congressman Bob McEwen reminds us why we must honor and protect our nation's Christian legacy. Also featured is a recorded message from Dr. James Dobson at a prayer event in Washington D.C., with a call for America to return to its Judeo-Christian roots.
President James Madison said, "The happy Union of these States is a wonder; their example, the hope of Liberty throughout the world." Former Congressman Bob McEwen recounts our nation's history and divine blessings, influential moments in the American Revolution, and why our freedoms emanate from God.
The culture may be changing, but the influence of a faithful grandparent still matters. Roger Marsh offers encouragement for grandparents who want to pass on their values and help the next generation build a strong foundation of faith. Where Are Grandparents Today? https://cdn.bfldr.com/FK28HSHN/at/tm86kstv7hxmhmksktpcxtc/where-are-grandparents-today-vertical.mp4 A Higher Calling You are watching your grandchildren grow up inside a set of assumptions you did not choose and would not have chosen. And you have very little formal authority to do anything about it. Dr. Jay Kesler gave an answer on the Family Talk broadcast that reframes the whole problem. He said a grandparent’s home should function as a welcome retreat. Not a second courtroom. Not a place where the child gets the lecture they already got at home from the other side. A stable place where a corrupt culture stops at the door and a grandchild can bring a question they are not comfortable asking anyone else. Kesler’s point was blunt: if one of your grandchildren gets into real trouble, you may be the first phone call. Not because you were the loudest voice on values. Because you were the safest one. That is a different job than the one most worried grandparents assign ...
On this very special day on the Family Talk broadcast, Jim and Shirley Dobson celebrate 60 years of marriage! Listen in as they playfully reminisce and reflect on their relationship and family, the love they share that continues to grow even to this day, and some of their proudest moments as parents and grandparents. The Dobsons also offer advice to young couples on how to build and enjoy a lifelong marriage.
