Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Every American needs to value the service and sacrifice veterans and active military have given for their country. As Family Talk continues Men's Ignite week, hear a moving speech from Vietnam veteran and evangelist Tim Lee. He shares the heart-wrenching story of how he lost his legs in combat and emphasizes the importance of faith, patriotism, and focusing on Jesus.

The writer of Hebrews tells believers to run with perseverance the race marked out for us. On this broadcast, Dr. Jack Graham uses this analogy of an athlete in his message at the recent Ignite Men’s Conference. He shares how men are called to run the race of life, avoid the traps of sin, and focus solely on Jesus Christ.

Men have unfortunately become the primary target of disdain in this progressive culture. Listen as Dr. Dobson and co-host Dr. Tim Clinton sit down to address this growing trend. They identify ways masculinity and manliness are attacked in society and negatively depicted in entertainment. The two also briefly outline this week of programs dedicated to men.

Genesis instructs us to be fruitful and multiply. That command not only applies to offspring, but to evangelism and faith as well. On this edition, Dr. Del Tackett, creator of the worldview curriculum The Truth Project, dives into the idea of fruitfulness and what it means to be fulfilling our God-given design.

Modern ideas of sexuality and gender have unfortunately made their way into the classroom at every level. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson concludes his conversation with Dr. Joe McIlhaney, author and board-certified OB/GYN. Dr. McIlhaney shares the horrifying curriculum being taught under the banner of comprehensive sex education. He also explains the Biblical approach for teaching our kids about the role of purity before marriage.

Many young people are completely unaware of the devastating physical, emotional, and spiritual consequences of casual sex. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson sits down with board-certified OB/GYN, Dr. Joe McIlhaney, to discuss the devastating 'hookup culture'. He explains why sleeping around with multiple people has a damaging impact on one's brain and future relationships.

Listen now as Dr. Dobson continues his discussion with Dr. Joe McIlhaney and Dr. Freda McKissic Bush, authors of the book Girls Uncovered. They identify the lies of 'safe sex' and abortion being a woman's choice that culture preaches to young people. Dr. McIlhaney and Dr. Bush also offer hope and a path to healing for those who have fallen to the deceptions in the past.

Moms and dads must be keenly aware of the sexual immorality that threatens their children. On this classic broadcast, Dr. Dobson addresses these growing issues with Drs. Joe McIlhaney and Freda McKissic Bush. They explain the harms of cohabitation, the threats of sexually transmitted infections, and why culture has normalized promiscuity.

Over 2000 years ago, the Son of God was gruesomely crucified to pay the penalty for the sins of all humanity. On this Good Friday broadcast, hear a stirring message from Pastor Ed Young of Second Baptist Church in Houston. He identifies the followers who gathered at the foot of the cross, and the lessons we can learn from their lives.

Throughout Paul's letters to the early church, Christians are called to emulate the life of a soldier. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson shares his thoughts on this concept by reading his April newsletter. He emphasizes the fight we must have as Christian warriors for the cause of the Gospel, and why we must die to ourselves daily.

Motherhood is an extremely taxing job that can drain every bit of a woman's day. With this demanding responsibility, when can moms spend quality time with Jesus? Listen now as Dr. Tim Clinton answers this question with author and blogger, Becky Thompson. She explains how moms can stay tuned to the voice of God, and keep Him at the center of their lives.

On this special broadcast, Dr. Tim Clinton sits down with pro-life advocate Abby Johnson and actress Ashley Bratcher. Abby shares how her former position as a Director at Planned Parenthood blinded her to the horrible truth about abortion. Hear about the moment she realized the evil that was happening, and what Abby is doing now with her new feature film.

The constant assault on men by culture has caused many young boys to be confused about the very definition of manhood. On this broadcast, Dr. Dobson discusses the importance of Godly manhood with Wild at Heart author, John Eldredge. John explains the innate masculine traits God has placed in all men and why fatherlessness has generational consequences.

The ideas and values that are introduced in school profoundly influence a young person's worldview. Listen now as Dr. Tim Clinton talks about this concept with the President of Houston Baptist University, Dr. Robert Sloan. He shares what his institution is doing to educate the next generation of believers and why parents must be aware of what their kids are being taught.

On this broadcast, you will hear the remainder of Dr. Dobson's speech from the Bringing Up Boys DVD series. He implores moms and dads to stay attentive to the needs of their kids by surrounding them with love and respect. Parents in the audience also asked Dr. Dobson how they should talk to their kids about purity, decency, confidence, and attitude problems.