Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Caring for and ministering to the poor and oppressed is a major calling for Christians living in this destitute world. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson welcomes back his friends, Victor and Eileen Marx, to the Family Talk studios. The Marxes discuss their main humanitarian initiatives, while Victor explains how his own battle with PTSD has allowed him to help others.

During His earthly ministry, Jesus challenged His disciples to purposely find and help those in need. On this broadcast, humanitarians Victor and Eileen Marx explain why that statute still applies to believers today. They talk to Dr. Dobson about their spiritual journeys and backgrounds and then describe their passion for philanthropic work around the world.

When facing this hostile culture, Christians must trust in God's faithfulness. On this edition, businessman David Abel shares with Dr. Dobson how he has personally relied on the Lord. David explains his start in the corporate world, then talks about his decision to purchase the historic Star Barn. Hear about the spiritual symbolism of this property and the adversity the Abels have endured for their faith.

According to mental health experts, 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression every year. On this edition, Dr. Tim Clinton discusses this global struggle with licensed counselor and author, Dr. Gregory Jantz. They unpack how depression can wreck a person's entire life and examine how genetics, diet and even technology can affect someone's mental health.

When we experience difficult and painful times in life, the only true source of hope we have is in Jesus. On this edition, author and speaker Dr. Carolyn Koons continues to share her heartbreaking testimony. Carolyn describes how her parents' total apathy made her believe she had no meaning or reason to live. But the moment she walked into a church, she found her purpose.

Romans chapter 5 says to rejoice in our suffering because trials develop perseverance, character, and hope. This selection from Family Talk's '2019 Best of Broadcast' features popular speaker and author, Dr. Carolyn Koons. She opens up about her painful childhood that was scarred by feelings of abandonment and lack of love from her own parents.

Over the last 20 years, more and more Christians are adopting a 'gay-friendly' worldview. On this edition, Dr. Dobson wraps up his discussion on this topic with author and speaker, Anne Paulk. They walk through 4 doctrinal views on the LGBT lifestyle and address the false ideas concerning counseling and therapy.

Many churches and Christian groups are intentionally supporting the LGBTQ movement. On this '2019 Best of Broadcast' edition, Dr. Dobson addresses this disturbing trend with Anne Paulk, Executive Director of Restored Hope Network. They examine the hostility towards Biblical truth concerning homosexuality, while Anne shares her own story of being liberated from lesbianism.

Will the United States ever revere God again? Is a revival on the horizon? This selection from Family Talk's '2019 Best of Broadcast' will address these questions through Dr. Dobson's interview with Christian apologist, Ravi Zacharias. The two discuss the moral decline of this nation and why the millennial generation is key to our future. Ravi also points out the hunger for the Gospel all over the world.

Oftentimes when standing up for our beliefs, we become hostile towards those who oppose our worldview. However, Scripture reminds us to be graceful, loving and wise when defending our faith. On this special edition, Dr. Dobson is joined by prominent Christian apologist and author, Ravi Zacharias. He highlights the importance of first understanding the person who is asking difficult questions regarding meaning or purpose.

No matter the cultural influences, we must remember that Jesus is the real reason for the season. On this special Christmas edition, you will hear a powerful sermon from Dr. Robert Jeffress, pastor at First Baptist Dallas. He unpacks the beautiful and meaningful names of Jesus and how they point to His Divinity and love.

On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson concludes his insightful conversation with best-selling author and international evangelist, Anne Graham Lotz. She continues to reveal the profound lessons she discovered about the Holy Spirit while experiencing the darkest days of her life. Anne provides evidence for the Holy Spirit all throughout Scripture and explains His role as advocate, intercessor, and constant companion.

Before ascending into Heaven, Jesus promised to send us another comforter for us to rely on. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson welcomes best-selling author and evangelist Anne Graham Lotz to the Family Talk studios. Anne shares how the Holy Spirit ministered to her after losing her husband and father, and being diagnosed with cancer.

Many women don't realize the permanent physical, emotional, and spiritual scars of abortion. That is why anytime they choose life for their child, it's a miracle that should be celebrated. Dr. Dobson welcomes back pro-life advocate, Dr. William Lile, to the Family Talk studios. He shares tender stories of women who successfully reversed their abortions through revolutionary medical intervention.

More than 46 years ago, the Supreme Court infamously legalized the murderous practice of abortion. This selection from Family Talk's '2019 Best of Broadcast', revisits Dr. Dobson's conversation with pro-life advocate, Dr. William Lile. Dr. Lile shares his passion for defending the pre-born and explains the intricate procedures done on babies in the womb. You'll also hear the science that points to life beginning at conception.