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Staying Christian in a Pagan Culture, Part 1

May 1, 2013
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Are you the type of person who attracts others to you? Is your spirit so welcoming that those who meet you can sense your faith in God? Hear from the late Zig Ziglar, as he encourages us to be winsome Christ followers—bringing the good news and light of the gospel to a world in darkness. Find new inspiration to boldly speak the truth with confidence and joy.

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Growing up, home life was chaotic for Greg Laurie. His mother lived a party lifestyle, and he had five stepfathers over the years. In high school, he fell into heavy drug use, but it was the “Jesus Freaks” he knew that started him on a path toward freedom. From a difficult childhood and teenage rebellion, hear one man’s powerful story of transformation and a life forever changed.
April 30, 2013
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His mom was a Marilyn Monroe look-alike, so men beat a quick path to her door, but that lifestyle had an impact on her young son. Hear from Pastor Greg Laurie as he recalls his turbulent upbringing in the 1950s and 60s, his deep longing for a father figure, and his search for a sense of belonging. How could God use a man with such difficult beginnings? Hear his remarkable story.
April 29, 2013
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A federal judge has recently ruled that the “Morning After pill” should be available to all ages, over-the-counter, without a doctor’s supervision. What does that mean for your family? Hear from physician and mother of four, Dr. Meg Meeker, on the resulting health risks and moral consequences, as well as how to better protect your children. It’s news that has implications for every household.
April 26, 2013
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As one school year winds down, many are already thinking about the new school year just around the corner! We’ll hear from one family who discovered that the best education could be found right in their own home! Tune in to find out why the St. John kids, and 1.5 million other children, are thriving when mom and dad are the teachers.
April 25, 2013
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Hear how one family is thriving through education in the home: Their classroom is their kitchen table and their teaching is tailored to each individual child. Build a foundation of biblical truth right alongside reading, writing and arithmetic—laying the groundwork for a successful future. The St. John family shares how homeschooling works in their home.
April 24, 2013
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Matthew 7:7 says “Ask and it will be given to you: seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” One man shares how this verse, and the knowledge that someone believed in him, changed an entire community. Growing up physically deformed and rejected, his eyes were opened to his worth and value to the Lord. Join us for a message of hope and redemption.
April 23, 2013
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Unfortunately, bullying is an all too common issue in our culture. Hear from a man who shares what it felt like to grow up unwanted and ridiculed. He recounts the agony of rejection and then the hope that he found when one woman showed him that he had value. It’s a compelling account of the power of our words and our actions — demonstrating the importance of reaching out to others.
April 22, 2013
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America is a nation built on freedom—but it doesn’t come for free. Hear from Alan Sears of Alliance Defending Freedom who asks all to work for liberty by engaging in the democratic process, and joining him in prayer for our Supreme Court Justices to make sound, godly decisions regarding our country’s future—because it’s worth fighting for.
April 19, 2013
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The future may look dark, but victories are being fought and won every day in the courts. Helping to make that happen is Alan Sears from Alliance Defending Freedom. Learn about laws being decided today that will affect your family tomorrow, and be encouraged by the great work being done. It’s a discussion not to be missed! So, tune in to learn how you too can make a change for a brighter tomorrow.
April 18, 2013
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2 Chronicles 7:14 says, “If My people who are called by My name will 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.” Mrs. Dobson and the National Day of Prayer team join Dr. Dobson to share about their upcoming prayer event in Washington, D.C. and how you can get involved to help change the course of where this country is headed and heal this great land.
April 17, 2013
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About Family Talk

Family Talk is a Christian non-profit organization located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Founded in 2010 by Dr. James Dobson, the ministry promotes and teaches biblical principles that support marriage, family, and child-development. Since its inception, Family Talk has served millions of families with broadcasts, monthly newsletters, feature articles, videos, blogs, books and other resources available on demand via its website, mobile apps, and social media platforms.


The Dr. James Dobson Family Institute (JDFI) is a Christian non-profit organization located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Founded initially as Family Talk in 2010 by Dr. James Dobson, the ministry promotes and teaches biblical principles that support marriage, family, and child-development. Since its inception, Family Talk has served families with broadcasts, monthly newsletters, feature articles, videos, blogs, books, and other resources available on demand via its website, mobile apps, and social media platforms. In 2017, the ministry rebranded under JDFI to expand its four core ministry divisions consisting of Family Talk, the Dobson Policy and Education Centers, and the Dobson Digital Library.


Dr. Dobson's flagship program, "Family Talk," is aired on more than 1,300 terrestrial radio outlets and numerous digital channels that reach millions of people each month.

About Dr. James Dobson

Dr. James Dobson is the Founder and President of Family Talk, a nonprofit organization that produces his radio program, "Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk." He is the author of more than 30 books dedicated to the preservation of the family, including The New Dare to Discipline, Love for a Lifetime, Life on the Edge, Love Must Be Tough, The New Strong-Willed Child, When God Doesn't Make Sense, Bringing Up Boys, Marriage Under Fire, Bringing Up Girls, Head Over Heels and, most recently, Your Legacy: The Greatest Gift.


Dr. Dobson served as an associate clinical professor of pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine for 14 years and on the attending staff of Children's Hospital of Los Angeles for 17 years. He has been active in governmental affairs and has advised five U.S. presidents on family matters. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California (1967) in the field of child development. He holds 17 honorary doctoral degrees, and was inducted in 2008 into The National Radio Hall of Fame. Dr. Dobson recently received the following awards: Winston Churchill Lifetime Achievement Award from the Faith & Freedom Coalition (2017), Daniel Award from AZ Christian University (2016), and the Defender of Life Award from the Justice Foundation (2015).


Dr. Dobson is married to Shirley and they have two grown children, Danae and Ryan, and two grandchildren. The Dobsons reside in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

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