Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

As many young people navigate the dating pool in search of a spouse, they wrestle with the question: what does it mean to be in love? On this classic broadcast, prominent speaker, Dawson McAllister, explores God's definition of marital love. He speaks against the deceiving emotion of infatuation, which distorts the picture of true devotion. Hear why a servant heart is at the center of Biblical love.

Throughout history, Christianity has been constantly challenged by dangerous ideologies and wayward societal trends. On this broadcast, Dr. Jack Graham focuses on one of those threats that has risen in popularity in recent years: socialism. He identifies its notable failures around the world and explains why socialism is in direct opposition to God's Word.

Should Christians be fearful of COVID-19, or use this crisis as an opportunity to advance God's Kingdom? On this special broadcast, Dr. Dobson continues his enlightening conversation with Pastor Greg Laurie and Barry Meguiar. They point out the rapid growth of online churches in the last few weeks and urge believers to deepen their walk with Jesus during this time.

Psalm 46 reminds us that 'God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.' On this special broadcast, Dr. Dobson connects with Pastor Greg Laurie and Barry Meguiar to discuss the crisis surrounding COVID-19. Hear how Christians should respond to this crisis and the ways we can continue encouraging others with the Gospel of Jesus.

Husbands and wives have a mutual responsibility laid out in Scripture to love and respect one another. On this edition, featured guests Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner, unpack why those biblical concepts are foundational to a couple's sex life. The Penners and Dr. Dobson encourage couples to make time for intimacy and explain each gender's sexual desires, which were created by God.

God intended sex to be reserved for and exclusive to a marital relationship. On this broadcast, we’ll learn why that Divine purpose has been disregarded, through Dr. Dobson's interview with sex therapists Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner. The two unpack the ways pornography and casual sex have warped our view of intimacy. Hear how couples can discover more meaningful and fulfilling intimacy.

Do you turn to God when your family experiences a crisis? On this classic edition, Randy and Marcia Hekman continue sharing the ways God has been faithful to their family of 14. They explain their choice to rely on the Lord's strength and direction for their kids. The Hekmans also address America's low birth rate and how that has stunted our growth as a society.

In the midst of life's challenges, trusting in the Lord is a lot easier said than done. This broadcast focuses on Dr. Dobson's classic interview with Randy and Marcia Hekman, the parents of 12 kids. They explain their decision to continue having children and describe the specific hardships and adversities they faced as their family grew over the years.

On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson concludes his interview with Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn, authors of For Men Only. The two emphasize a woman's need to find emotional security in her husband and breakdown what it means for men to actually listen to their wives. They also discuss the key differences in the way men and women view sex and relational expectations.

Is it possible for husbands to really understand their wives' needs and desires? On this classic edition, authors Shaunti and Jeff Feldhahn simplify some concepts that men should understand about women. Along with Dr. Dobson, Jeff and Shaunti explain a husband's duty to continually reassure his wife of his love and devotion to her, and they highlight the drastic differences in the ways men and women think.

Believers in the 21st century are engaged in a fierce fight against a wicked culture and the plots of the Devil. But as you'll hear on this broadcast, we can have victory in our lives with the help of Jesus. Author and speaker, Priscilla Shirer, continues addressing the spiritual war that is raging for our souls. Listen to the significance of the Armor of God and why we must equip ourselves with it daily.

When we stumble in our Christian walk, we often blame ourselves or others, when at times we should be rebuking the Devil for his schemes against us. On this edition, best-selling author and speaker Priscilla Shirer, talks about the spiritual warfare that surrounds us every day. She teaches from Ephesians 6 and explains our access to and the power of the Armor of God.

During his ministry on Earth, Jesus made a point to seek out the poor and destitute and to care for their needs. Through this broadcast, you'll understand why believers must continue to follow His example. Dr. Tim Clinton sits down with the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Dr. Ben Carson to discuss how government and faith groups are working together to provide affordable housing and support for those who are less fortunate.

The late Charles Spurgeon once said, "True prayer is a spiritual transaction with the Creator of Heaven and Earth." On this broadcast, Dr. Tim Clinton shares how he personally experienced the power of prayer in his own life. He opens up about a horrific car accident that caused his family to cry out to God, and outlines the ways we can communicate with our Heavenly Father on a daily basis.

President Abraham Lincoln once said, "I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go." On this edition, former NFL quarterback, Jeff Kemp continues to point to humility as a way to handle the blitz of life. He and Dr. Dobson also reminisce about their relationships with their fathers and illustrate what dads must do to better invest in their children. Don't miss what Jeff is doing now to empower men and women in their faith.