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Life isn't fair! It's best to prepare your children for this reality now.
Is your family honoring God with their media choices? Bob Waliszewski (pronounced Wall-eh-shess-key), former director of PluggedIn.com for over twenty-seven years, joins Dr. James Dobson on today’s edition of Family Talk. They discuss what to look for in today's movies, TV programs, video games, and more. Bob reveals that parents can't just hope their kids will make wise choices on their own when they're faced with peer pressure and temptation to consume media that celebrates worldly, sinful behavior.
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.
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.
Caring for an aging loved one is a stressful and draining task. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the late Grace Chavis will share about her experience supporting her ailing parents and in-laws for a number of years. She also gives advice for those who are in that season on how to handle their family members with grace and love. Proverbs 16:31 says, “Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness.”
Question: Dr. Dobson, how is a hyperactive child to be managed? Answer: Let me share a list of eighteen suggestions that were provided in a book by Dr. Domeena Renshaw entitled The Hyperactive Child.
John and Marlene Strege (pronounced stre-gee) did more than become the first couple to adopt a frozen embryo and carry it through to the birth of their daughter, Hannah. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer concludes his enlightening discussion with John, Marlene, and Hannah about how they stood firmly on God’s biblical principles and fought for the rights of the unborn. Whether in the womb or as a frozen, fertilized egg, hear how Marlene testified boldly that embryos are human beings, and should not be treated as “spare parts” in an attempt to save another life. It is murder just like abortion.
Did you know that there are roughly 1.25 million frozen embryos, just waiting for a chance at life? On today’s edition of Family Talk, co-host Gary Bauer talks with John and Marlene Strege (pronounced stre-gee), about their story of being the first couple to “adopt” a frozen, fertilized egg and carry it through a successful pregnancy. The result of that endeavor was the birth of their daughter, Hannah, who is now a young adult with dreams of opening her own adoption counseling practice.
According to Dr. Tim Elmore, “Leaders are made, not born.” On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses with Dr. Elmore and his wife, Pam, the importance of teaching our children how to become leaders who will stand firm in their convictions, rather than being like sheep, who just follow the crowd. Be encouraged as Dr. Tim shares his belief that every child has the potential to be a great leader, regardless of his or her personality.
Children inevitably become angry with their parents from time to time. Should they be allowed to express that emotion, and if so, precisely how?



