City Serve: Mobilizing the Church to Transform Communities - II
December 10, 2022
According to Dave Donaldson and Wendell Vinson, the CEO and President of the CityServe International, the ability to mobilize local churches to provide resources to people in need allows for an open door to share the love of Jesus. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his conversation with Dave and Wendell, who highlight the mission of CityServe and the value of stepping up and taking initiative in serving the community. Through the Farmers to Families program and Operation Border Blessing, CityServe has been able to assist churches nationwide and be a distribution anchor to neighborhoods. 1 Peter 4:10 says, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
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Theologian A.W. Tozer once said, “A scared world needs a fearless church.” When Russia attacked Ukraine in February 2022, fear was rampant. Five million refugees escaped into nearby countries, while another seven million Ukrainians were displaced. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dave Donaldson and Wendell Vinson, the CEO and President of CityServe International, respectively, proclaim what Satan meant for great harm, God is using for His glory. Over the last few months, CityServe has equipped 1,800 Ukrainian churches and another 1,000 churches in neighboring countries with food and supplies. The ultimate mission is to lovingly care for people and unapologetically proclaim the gospel.
December 3, 2022
For a Christian, Thanksgiving should be a lot more than just food, family, and football. On today's special edition of Family Talk, Pastor Chuck Swindoll, in a timeless sermon on the topic gratitude, reflects on Psalm 103, in which King David thanks God for pardoning his sin, redeeming his life from the pit, and crowning him with love and compassion. The hymn "It Is Well with My Soul" reveals why we are so grateful. "My sin, not in part but the whole; Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more; Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!" That's true redemption indeed!
November 26, 2022
Sadly, the art of hospitality is mostly lost in today's busy world. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson invites his wife and daughter into the studio to discuss the finer points of gracious hosting. Shirley and Danae Dobson, co-authors of "Welcome to Our Table", discuss the importance of hospitality and breaking bread together. They point to Romans 12:13, which says, "Share with the Lord's people who are in need. Practice hospitality." As you open your home and heart over a home-cooked meal, you are extending the love and comfort of your family which might even change a life. Whether it's on Thanksgiving Day or just a typical Friday, your guests will experience God's love through you. Thankfully, fancy silverware is not required.
November 19, 2022
On June 25, 1962, the Supreme Court ruled that school sponsored prayer was unconstitutional. But did you know that Christians still have the ability to bring biblical teaching and the gospel to school-aged kids during the school day? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Kori Pennypacker, the CEO of Bible2School, shares the mission behind her program and explains how concerned Christians and parents can aid in bringing the Bible to children in their communities. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.”
November 12, 2022
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues speaking with a panel of pediatricians about the toddler years. America’s most trusted family advocate and child psychologist insists that parenting is not a sprint — it’s a marathon. Parents have to find a pace and routine that won’t drain their batteries. Mom and Dad, listen and learn how to vet trustworthy childcare and understand the importance of getting routine medical examinations for your children.
November 5, 2022
Parents, when your child enters the toddler stage, brace yourself for the “first adolescence!” Just like a teenager desires increasing independence, your toddler will too. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews a panel of doctors who insist that Mom and Dad must lovingly let their toddler know that they are in charge. Listen to a valuable dose of encouragement and insight, and learn how to win the battle over bedtime and mealtime, the best toys for any age range, and the optimum number of hours of sleep a toddler needs per day.
October 29, 2022
On today’s edition of Family talk, hear another day of practical wisdom for those expecting their first baby, or for the parents of a newborn. Dr. James Dobson continues his discussion with a panel of pediatric doctors. If your baby is colicky, don’t hesitate to ask the grandparents or your close friends to watch the child for a couple of hours so you can take a break. The pediatricians also weigh in on the debate over scheduled feedings versus on-demand feedings, and provide advice on sleep training.
October 22, 2022
If you’re expecting a child or are the parent of a newborn, you won’t want to miss today’s Family Talk broadcast. As Dr. James Dobson interviews a panel of pediatric doctors, you’ll learn about the importance of breastfeeding, best practices for treating croup, and some of the presumed causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, also known as SIDS. Because babies have an insatiable curiosity in their first year, it’s essential to child-proof your home by placing medicines, cleaning products, and other potentially toxic items out of reach.
October 15, 2022
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Hillary Morgan Ferrer discuss her recent book, Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality. Our culture has redefined the word love to mean approval of every imaginable sexual sin. By twisting the Creator’s design in order to satisfy sinful desires, Satan attacks our God-given identity. What does it mean to be human? What is sin? And Who is God? Dr. Clinton and Hillary address these questions and more, and encourage parents to educate themselves and empower their children to challenge cultural lies about sexuality.
October 8, 2022
According to research, 59 percent of all high school graduates leave the church. The statistic begs the question, “How can we help our children cultivate a faith of their own, and develop a personal relationship with the Lord?” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and his guest, Hillary Morgan Ferrer, discuss her book, Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies. The world’s most potent lies are wrapped in partial truths. Hillary stresses the importance of teaching kids to think biblically. She believes this is crucial and empowers parents with the “ROAR” method in identifying and analyzing truth from fiction. Recognize the message. Offer discernment. Argue for a healthier approach. And finally, reinforce these ideas through discussion.
October 1, 2022
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