Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Popular culture has seduced Americans with the false promise that seeking happiness instead of God's will should be life's goal. The message is that if you're not happy, then find a new religion, a new spouse, or even a new family. On today's broadcast, Dr. Bill Bennett asserts that having a healthy marriage and family depends upon an unflinching commitment, especially when times are tough.

For Christian men to be spiritual leaders in their homes, they need to possess the fear of the Lord. That’s one of the fundamental messages shared by Ken Harrison, chairman of Promise Keepers men's ministry. On today's edition, Ken and co-host Dr. Tim Clinton candidly discuss the lure of pornography, along with finding true intimacy with your wife, and the necessity of praying together as a couple.

Through the unconditional love of a horse and God’s mercy, Kim Meeder’s hope was restored after tragically losing her parents when she was only nine years of age. On this part two edition, Kim describes how Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch pairs rescued horses with hurting kids to create healing where once there was only brokenness. She also relates an emotional story of how God used her to save a drowning man, and describes the spiritual application of sharing Christ with unbelievers before they...

At nine years of age, Kim Meeder tragically became an orphan in the blink of an eye. On today’s Family Talk, you’ll discover how she found indescribable solace in the presence of her horse and learned that God loves her unconditionally. As an adult, Kim felt led to replicate the Christian healing she experienced by founding Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch in Bend, Oregon, where she pairs rescued horses with broken children.

The uncertainty that has rocked our world in 2020 has caused many to wonder where God has been. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks to that concern with Dr. R.T. Kendall, author of We’ve Never Been This Way Before. Dr. Kendall points out how America’s moral waywardness may have led to these many months of turmoil. Discover why we must humbly return to God.

In part two of this informative discussion, Dr. Lile and Dr. Clinton discuss the life-long effects that abortion will have on a woman, equating it in compassionate terms to a miscarriage. They shed light on the damage, pain and psychological scars that this single decision can have on the unassuming person who is seeking to rid herself of a "problem." Often times postpartum depression, shame, guilt, and in some cases, even suicide, can accompany this traumatic event in a woman’s life. But...

Family Talk's regular contributor, Dr.William Lile, the "Pro-life Doc," sits down with Dr. Clinton to discuss the increasing threats facing the pro-life movement, due to a new administration entering the White House. Dr. Lile describes the dangerous new trend of increasing prescription "abortion pills." He elaborates that it’s not just "the morning after" pill, but rather abortion on-demand, and it can be used up to 10 weeks into a pregnancy. This horrible drug, which is sold in a simple...

In order to bring down a building, demolition crews use a process called implosion to weaken the structure’s support systems from within. Today, Pastor Robert Jeffress explains how symbolically that effective form of destruction is happening to America. He walks through 3 key examples of our countries’ outright rejection of its Judeo-Christian roots.

In Luke 12, Jesus warned His followers to "be on guard against all kinds of greed." On this inspiring broadcast, Dr. Tim Clinton concludes his interview with former Major League baseball player, Darryl Strawberry. He continues to reflect on the destructive lifestyle he was saved from, and explains why our past scars are a testament to God’s grace.

Former baseball star and World Series champion Darryl Strawberry had a seemingly successful life. However, the fame and fortune of being a professional athlete led to a very destructive and harmful lifestyle. Today Darryl talks with Dr. Tim Clinton about this dark season and the way God radically changed his future.

In Isaiah chapter 41, God tells the prophet, "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am Your God." Dr. Tim Clinton talks with author and speaker, Kasey Van Norman, who shares her heartbreaking testimony that included a turbulent childhood, a wrecked marriage and a difficult battle with cancer—but still her faith was strengthened through it all.

The centerpiece of society is not the government, schools or the church; it is the family. On this edition of Family Talk, listen to the remainder of a stirring presentation on this topic from the late Bible teacher Howard Hendricks. He further exposes the harmful effects that secularism and materialism have had on the Christian home, and then implores the next generation to stand for godly values.

The family is the foundation of our entire society. Today on Family Talk, you will hear from the late Bible teacher Howard Hendricks, who lays out reasons why this institution is essential to the health and well-being of our nation. Through this timeless presentation, Professor Hendricks talks about the disappearance of the traditional home, and describes the negative impact that culture and even the church has had on the family.

Is there tension in your marriage? Does it seem like you and your spouse bicker and argue about everything? This Family Talk broadcast will offer encouragement through Dr. Dobson’s classic interview with the late best-selling and marriage therapist Gary Smalley. These two men discuss the ways that pride and hurtful words eat away at relationships. Gary also emphasizes the importance of honor, respect and validation in every marriage.

Countless families have been financially blindsided by the 2020 pandemic. On this edition of Family Talk, author and personal finance expert, Rachel Cruze, shares what we can do to get back on our feet. She and Dr. Dobson address people’s anxieties and behaviors toward money, and then identify biblical principles for becoming financially stable. Listen to how you and your family can weather this turbulent storm.

The uncertainty that has rocked our world in 2020 has caused many to wonder where God has been. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks to that concern with Dr. R.T. Kendall, author of We've Never Been This Way Before. Dr. Kendall points out how America’s moral waywardness may have led to these many months of turmoil. Hear why we must humbly return to God.

With the religious freedoms we enjoy and sometimes take for granted in America, many believers may be unaware of the persecuted church abroad. Dr. James Dobson and author and human rights activist, Johnnie Moore, discuss religiously motivated killings occurring in Nigeria, and challenge the Church to prayerfully engage in this crisis.

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.

When we’re deeply wounded by someone we’ve trusted, forgiveness is oftentimes the furthest thought in our minds. On this edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his interview with Lysa Terkeurst, president of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She explains that our call to forgive stems from God’s undeserved grace toward us. Hear how you can experience the beauty of true forgiveness the same way Lysa did.

"Turning the other cheek," as Jesus commanded in Scripture, is especially difficult after we've been hurt by a loved one. Today on this Family Talk "2020 Best of Broadcast," Dr. James Dobson discusses the topic of forgiveness with the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Lysa TerKeurst. She opens up about the painful discovery of her husband’s infidelity, and describes how Dr. Dobson's book, Love Must Be Tough, helped heal her marriage.