Episodes
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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with author and speaker Allison Bottke on the subject of prodigal children in her book, Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children. Allison shares practical advice to struggling parents, and encourages moms and dads to develop a plan of action to deal with their rebellious child.
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Raising godly children is not easy and it’s even more difficult for parents when their son or daughter walks away from their Christian faith. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson discusses prodigal children with author Allison Bottke. She shares the story of her own wayward son, and reminds parents to never forget the restorative love of Jesus Christ. Joshua 1:9 says, Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.
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Adversity in life can sometimes cause our faith to be shaken. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dave Butts, the late president of Harvest Prayer Ministries in 2018. Before his passing, Dave opened up about his battle with a rare form of cancer, from which he didn’t recover. Through this difficult journey, he revealed what he learned about fervent prayer and the peace of God.
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How does a marriage shift from being child-focused to partner-focused, and how does communication change when the children leave home? In what ways can you keep fun and friendship in your relationship? On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and guests, Dave and Claudia Arp, continue their discussion about the challenges couples face after their kids have flown the coop.
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When the last child leaves home, a new phase of marriage begins. But many couples struggle to adjust to this different and often sad time in their lives together. In a classic broadcast today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dave and Claudia Arp, to discuss eight challenges couples face in the "empty-nesters" stage.
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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Gary Bauer conclude their encouraging discussion about the outcome of the presidential election. They also discuss how the incoming administration’s policies will change the trajectory of our nation. 2 Chronicles 7:14 says, If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.
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According to social researcher Dr. George Barna, 72% of Christians voted in this year’s election. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Gary Bauer, discuss Donald Trump’s historic win and how Christians stepped up to promote righteousness in the public square.
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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Marilyn Hontz and her husband, Paul, about Marilyn’s upbringing and the abuse that she experienced. Marilyn encourages those with similar backgrounds that they don't have to live in the shame of someone else's sin. Galatians 5:1 says, It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
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No matter how broken and scarred we are by the effects of sin, God can bring redemption. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, author Marilyn Hontz shares with Dr. James Dobson her tragic story of abuse from her father, the healing she experienced, and how the Lord removed the burden of shame over her life. Psalm 107:2 says, Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble.
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Did you know that over 22 military veterans commit suicide every day? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his powerful conversation with Brandon Cabalar, the president of the Warfighters Mission. Brandon shares his passion for helping veterans and their families, and his desire for them to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior because, as Brandon said, The Lord saved my life I don’t want to see this happen anymore. The struggle is real every day for these guys and they don’t understand that they have one person, one thing that can save them and help them.
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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his interview with Brandon Cabalar. They discuss his experience with PTSD, and how it was a neighbor who helped him connect with the Lord. Brandon and Dr. Dobson also expound on the emotional and mental toll the military has on the men and women who serve, which ultimately led Brandon to create a non-profit organization called The Warfighter’s Mission.
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Brandon Cabalar is the founder and president of the Warfighters Mission, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and their families. In addition, he serves as a team member at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute. After the terrorist attack on 9/11, Brandon made the decision to sign up for the Armed Forces, and for twelve years he served in the U.S Army before retiring in 2014 for medical reasons. Brandon and his wife, Tanya, have seven daughters and reside in Colorado.
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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh interviews author Sara Hagerty about her recent book, The Gift of Limitations: Finding Beauty in Your Boundaries. Sara shares how the limitations that we often see as obstacles in our life can be used by God to develop greater intimacy with Him. 2 Corinthians 12:9, But he said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.
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Because of her bold stance for Jesus Christ in communist Romania, Virginia Prodan was kidnapped, beaten, tortured, and placed under house arrest. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his insightful interview with Virginia about her unashamed stance for the gospel. She shares that a hit was put on her life, and you won’t believe what happened when the assassin came to kill her.
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