Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk show

Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Summary: Be encouraged and uplifted to build your family upon enduring truths that are built upon God's word. Whether it's marriage tips or how to raise your sons and daughters, Dr. Dobson and his guests will help you build a stronger marriage and family.

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 Praying Boldly | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

Prayer is not only our way of communicating with God, but an instrument we can use to bring change in our families and communities. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Pastor Mark Batterson, author of The Circle Maker, invites listeners to see prayer in a new way. He finds that prayer is the difference between the best we can do, and the best God can do. Most importantly, prayer is not about outlining our agenda to the Lord—it's about getting into His presence and letting Him outline His agenda to us.

 Social Justice at a Crossroads | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

In the midst of the racial tension and trauma over the last few years, and the uprising of the secular Black Lives Matter movement, Kevin McGary knew there needed to be a righteous and biblical alternative to reflect that black lives do indeed matter. After much prayer, his organization, Every Black Life Matters, was born. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and McGary affirm God’s creation of the family and the right of every black baby to be born. Ephesians 2:10 says “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

 Planting Shade Trees - Part 3 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

When former pastor and popular Christian comedian Dennis Swanberg’s great-grandfather immigrated from Sweden to America in the 1880s, he planted shade trees on his Texas farm. Years later, his grandson enjoyed the shade from those mature trees that his great-grandfather never could. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dennis invites listeners to commit their lives to leaving a legacy of "spiritual shade trees" for generations to come. Psalm 145:4 says, "Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts; let them proclaim your power."

 Planting Shade Trees - Part 2 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

According to Dr. Dobson, "an inheritance is something you leave to someone, while a legacy is something you instill in someone." On today’s edition of Family Talk, speaker and comedian Dennis Swanberg delights an audience through his memories with his family. As he reflects on the humorous moments with his parents and grandparents, Swanberg explains that the spiritual legacy they left him was like someone planting a shade tree. When Thomas Edison invented the light bulb, he couldn’t envision New York City’s skyline, and when the Wright brothers built the first plane, they couldn’t envision a 747. They planted "shade trees" for future generations to enjoy.

 Planting Shade Trees - Part 1 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson reveals that his beloved father was the only one who gave his heart to Christ at a revival that cost the church $600. Not only did his dad go on to reach thousands as a traveling evangelist, but the Lord has used his son, James Dobson, Jr., to reach millions for Christ through his books and radio broadcasts. On today’s program, his guest, speaker and comedian Dennis Swanberg, urges people of faith to be spiritual shade trees for the next generation by leaving a godly legacy. Psalm 1 describes the believer who delights in the Lord as a tree planted by streams of water.

 Loving Your Prodigal Child | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

Despite Christian parents making much effort and intentionality in raising their children to follow God, many have experienced the disappointing rebellion of a prodigal child. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the late Ruth Bell Graham explains that she can relate to the anguish parents face, but she also offers hope to mothers and fathers who suffer residual pain. The author of "Prodigals and Those Who Love Them", Ruth reveals how Ned and Franklin, her two sons, strayed from the narrow path. Emphasizing the importance of unconditional love, she shares the intriguing story of former slave trader John Newton. Her advice to parents? Remember God’s faithfulness.

 Contagious Faith - Part 2 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

In Luke 15, Jesus says there is great rejoicing in Heaven over just one sinner who repents. Can you imagine the heavenly celebration if every believer shared their faith with one person who ultimately gave their life to the Lord? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and author, evangelist, and noted apologetics scholar Mark Mittelberg continue discussing his new book, Contagious Faith: Discover Your Natural Style for Sharing Jesus with Others. Mittelberg illustrates the five evangelism styles he defined in his book, including friendship building, selfless serving, storytelling, reason giving, and truth telling. He notes that along with these styles, we have to be willing to speak hard truths.

 Contagious Faith - Part 1 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

According to Mark Mittelberg, as Christ-followers we are made for more than just the normal Christian life. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and his guest, Mark Mittelberg, discuss how you can break through the barriers of sharing your faith. The author of Contagious Faith: Discover Your Natural Style for Sharing Jesus with Others, Mittelberg encourages listeners that God wants them to be out on the edge of adventure serving Him, and there’s no better way to do so than to take small risks by talking to people about your faith.

 Is Atheism Dead? - Part 2 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

In 1966, Time Magazine featured a cover story asking the question, "Is God Dead?" On today’s edition of Family Talk, Christian talk show host Eric Metaxas mirrors that provocative cover with a question of his own: "Is Atheism Dead?" His new book of the same name explains that science makes the case for God’s existence. For example, Dr. Stephen Collins, an archeologist, discovered the biblical Sodom complete with five feet of ash, melted bits of brick, and charred human bone. Scientifically, it could not have been caused by a fire or a volcano. The evidence points to the sobering truth of the Lord’s judgment in Genesis 19.

 Is Atheism Dead? - Part 1 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Christian radio host Eric Metaxas, author of Is Atheism Dead?, declares that science makes the case for God in this fine-tuned universe. For example, did you know that Jupiter, which is 400 million miles away from earth, enables us to live? This gas giant is so massive and has such a strong gravitational pull that it attracts the asteroids, meteorites, and comets that would otherwise bombard earth and destroy all forms of life.

 Defeating Dementia - Part 2 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

According to the Alzheimer's Association, half of all Alzheimer's cases could be prevented. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Dr. Richard Furman, will highlight the different stages of Alzheimer’s, and explain why we must take care of our bodies by eating the right foods, exercising, and sustaining a healthy weight. Follow God’s prescription found in 1 Corinthians 6 to honor Him with your body.

 Defeating Dementia - Part 1 | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

Alzheimer's is a cruel disease, mainly because it robs its victims of precious memories of childhood, marriage, and family. Fortunately, recent studies assert that it’s only genetically inevitable for 5% of the population. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Richard Furman, author of Defeating Dementia, explains that dementia is not a foregone conclusion as we get older. In fact, exercising 5 days a week and making mindful food choices can cut its likelihood by 67%!

 Embrace Grace: A Loving Ministry for Unplanned Pregnancies | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

When Amy Ford, who was a Christian, unmarried 19-year-old, found out she was pregnant, she panicked and scheduled an abortion. As the medical provider was describing the procedure, Amy literally fainted. On today’s edition of Family Talk, you’ll discover that she ultimately chose life for her son, and in turn founded "Embrace Grace," a network of support groups in 700 churches in 47 states that empowers women to choose life. In Amy’s book, Help Her Be Brave, she shares tips on how and why the Church can be the first place a young woman turns to when she faces a crisis pregnancy.

 Fathers: Shaping A Daughter’s Life | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Kevin Leman, father of five, discusses his book, What a Difference a Daddy Makes. He explains that a good dad honors his wife, affirms his daughter’s strengths, and is quick to ask for forgiveness. A father’s unconditional love will boost his daughter’s self-confidence, academic achievement, and future family life when she’s grown.

 Rediscovering God in America | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 1555

Despite the fact that the United States was founded upon Christian values and principles, in recent decades the secular culture has tried relentlessly to drive God out of public life. On today’s edition of Family Talk, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses his book, Rediscovering God in America. From the Latin inscription, "Praise be to God" atop the Washington Monument, to the engraving on the Lincoln Memorial referencing that we are "one nation under God," Gingrich reminds us of our nation’s rich Christian heritage.

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