Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Family-friendly films with strong Christian values are hard to find in today’s entertainment landscape.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh interviews Shannon Bream, the anchor of the broadcast Fox News Sunday, to discuss her new book, Nothing is Impossible with God.

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Can Christian faith and business truly mix in today’s marketplace?

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer sits down with entrepreneur Ken Eldred who launched several multi-billion dollar companies while maintaining clear priorities: God, family, and then work.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Betty Huizenga, founder of Apples of Gold, a unique mentoring ministry where mature women teach younger ladies about marriage, motherhood, and biblical womanhood.

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How do you rebuild after the unimaginable loss of a spouse?

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Losing one’s spouse is devastating, but losing two before age 31 is unimaginable.

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How can you know you’re walking in God’s will? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs about his book, The Four Wills of God. They explore biblical principles for trusting Christ, living in purity, and giving thanks even in life’s darkest valleys. Discover practical guidance for following God’s universal will, and experiencing His unique purpose for your life.

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Do you ever feel like your marriage is caught in “the crazy cycle?” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes best-selling author Dr. Emerson Eggerichs to discuss his book, Love & Respect. He shares powerful biblical insights from Ephesians 5:33 about how husbands need respect and wives need love. Discover how to break the cycle and strengthen your marriage.

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Standing firm in your faith can come at a cost. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer continues his powerful conversation with Carson and Torey Beach about standing firm in their faith against medical pressures, and experiencing God’s “Red Sea moment” of deliverance. They also share how gratitude and hope in Christ carry them through daily challenges.

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Carson and Torey Beach longed for children and prayed for twins. God answered—but then came an unexpected diagnosis. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes the Beaches to share how their daughters’ cystic fibrosis diagnosis tested their faith and strengthened their marriage. They discuss navigating the medical world as believers, and the importance of staying present with your children through hardship.

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How strong is your faith in the face of hardship? On this classic Family Talk broadcast, hear a powerful testimony from missionary Steve Saint. He shares the well-known story of his missionary father Nathan, who was killed by a native tribe in Ecuador. Steve explains how God burdened his heart for missions, ultimately leading him back to the same people who killed his dad.

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Our culture constantly tells us that more is better—more stuff, more upgrades, more purchases.

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One man’s presence at a freshman football practice changed a young boy’s life forever.

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Rebellious teenagers often feel like no one understands them.

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Childhood wounds can leave lasting scars, but God’s healing power transforms even the most broken lives.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his conversation with best-selling author and counselor John Eldredge about his book, Experience Jesus, Really.

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Life with the Internet has severely eroded our capacity to believe and trust.

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Despite the clear romantic themes in Song of Songs, King Solomon’s book in Scripture serves as a great narrative of Jesus’ sacrificial love for the Church.

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What do you do when someone you love won’t respond to you?

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Good intentions aren’t enough to make your spouse feel truly loved—you need to speak his or her unique language.

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Standing up for the sanctity of human life often starts by just showing up

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The pro-life movement is built on everyday heroes who simply show up and stand for godly principles.

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What separates happily married couples from those heading for divorce?

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Super Bowl champion Kurt Warner and his wife, Brenda, have walked through trials that would test anyone’s faith.

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Strong marriages don’t happen by accident.

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Too many Christian marriages end up in one of two places: heading for divorce or surviving but not thriving.

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The Church, not the government, holds the real answer to helping those in need.

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Are welfare programs really helping our citizens?

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Young people today face unprecedented challenges with their faith.

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A third-generation military veteran rises from the Air Force Academy to the Pentagon's highest ranks

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Faith and service often intersect in unexpected ways!

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with leadership consultant Bobb Biehl about the power of mentoring relationships.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with Bobb Biehl for a classic conversation about the life-changing power of mentoring relationships.

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A new children's book targets five-to-eight-year-olds with a shocking message: abortion is a superpower.

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On January 22, 1973, the Supreme Court handed down a decision that would tragically claim 65 million lives.

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Single parenthood can feel overwhelming, but God sees every sacrifice you make.

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Divorce is never part of the plan, but God's redeeming love can heal even our deepest wounds.

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Medical professionals are facing unprecedented pressure to compromise their values.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Dr. William Lile, a board-certified obstetrician known as “the Pro-Life Doc.”

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From blood transfusions to brain surgery, doctors are performing remarkable procedures to save unborn babies.

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No prodigal child is too far gone for God’s redemptive power!

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True generosity transforms communities for generations

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One man’s faith transformed how communities are built in the Pacific Northwest.

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The power of seeing an unborn baby changes hearts and saves lives.

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Pregnancy care centers have discovered something powerful—when a mother sees her unborn child on an ultrasound, her heart is usually changed.

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Every ministry has a defining moment when everything begins.

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Dinnertime can be stressful for parents, especially if their children are picky eaters.

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Did you know that 1 in 5 kids suffer from obesity in America?

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Your workplace can be an environment of hope and healing.

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Dr. James Dobson continues sharing remarkable stories from his life including intimate moments with presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, and a surprising prayer encounter with the former Prince Charles.

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Have you ever wondered about the man behind the microphone?

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Have you found it challenging to balance the demands of marriage and family while still having devotional time with the Lord?

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Seven days before Christmas, on a cold, snowy late afternoon, a widow named Stella received a surprise delivery.

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During the busy Christmas season, it’s always a joy to be able to go home and spend time with loved ones while celebrating the birth of our Savior.

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According to Kim Meeder, God sometimes allows us to go through the valley of the shadow of darkness because He is going to call us to help others find their way through unthinkable tragedies.

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At the tender age of nine, Kim Meeder tragically became an orphan in the blink of an eye.

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Have you ever wondered what Heaven will be like?

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a touching story about a doctor who was faced with an important life and death decision while delivering a disabled baby.

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There is no better antidote for the dangerous lust for power than to serve others.

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​​On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Chuck Colson, founder of Prison Fellowship Ministries.

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The late Chuck Colson, former special counsel to President Richard Nixon, knew firsthand what it meant to have a problem with abusing power.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his awe-inspiring discussion with Joni Eareckson Tada about her latest book, The Practice of the Presence of Jesus.

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You’ve most likely heard of Joni Eareckson Tada, but for those who have not, at the tender age of 17, she had a diving accident that left her as a quadriplegic.

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81 years ago, many of the brave Allied soldiers who fought to liberate France from the axis of evil were tragically killed by German machine gunfire on the beaches of Normandy.

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On June 6, 1944, over 150,000 American, British, and Canadian troops stormed the beaches of Normandy to liberate the people of France during World War II, a day now known as D-Day.

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Though our culture has changed dramatically through the decades, there are certain issues that will always present difficult challenges in the lives
of adolescent girls.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his inspiring conversation with Victor Marx and his wife, Eileen, co-founders of All Things Possible Ministries.

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According to Victor Marx, co-founder of All Things Possible Ministries, the biggest threat to America is not terrorism — it’s the lack of fathers.

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The Dr. James Dobson Family Institute is entering an exciting new chapter!

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The legacy of the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute continues with renewed purpose and vision.

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On today’s special edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes best-selling author Lee Strobel to discuss his new and updated book, The Case for Christmas. Strobel shares his research on the plausible cause for the virgin birth, and how a study of one Greek word in the Bible sheds light on the traditional Christmas story. Isaiah 9:6 declares, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

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True thanksgiving goes far beyond a once a year holiday.

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True gratitude should show in how we live, not just in what we say.

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Your home is more than just a house—it’s a place of ministry.

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Gender confusion is spreading like wildfire among young people.

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In today’s culture, kids as young as kindergarten age are being targeted with confusing messages about gender identity.

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Living with chronic disorganization affects more than just your home—it impacts your entire family.

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Nagging and pleading won’t resolve the problem of a messy home, but there are strategies that do work.

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Does clutter and disorganization create constant tension in your marriage?

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Strengthening Christian education can change the course of our nation.

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Public education has changed dramatically in recent decades, leaving many Christian families searching for alternatives.

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On today's special edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer and The Hon. Michele Bachmann discuss the rise of antisemitism on both sides of the political aisle.

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Nearly one in 36 children are now diagnosed with autism—but what happens when they grow up?

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Ken Harrison, CEO of WaterStone and author of A Daring Faith in a Cowardly World.

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Parents play a crucial role in their child’s love of learning.

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Does your son or daughter struggle with homework and seem bored with learning?

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The book of Revelation is meant to prepare us, not scare us.

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Are we living in the last days?

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Are screens replacing human connection in your life?

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In our hyperconnected world, loneliness has become an epidemic.

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Are biblical prophecies unfolding before our eyes?

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Antisemitism is rising across the political spectrum, fueled by forces darker than mere human hatred.

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Are biblical prophecies unfolding before our eyes?

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Every marriage faces challenges that can chip away at confidence and connection.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, experience more from the memorial service honoring Dr. James Dobson, faithful servant of God.

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For nearly five decades, Dr. James Dobson devoted his life to strengthening families and defending biblical truth.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer continues his insightful conversation with Joel Rosenberg, co-founder and CEO of the Joshua Fund.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes Joel Rosenberg, co-founder and CEO of the Joshua Fund, to discuss Israel’s significance for Christians.

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