Last year, 100,000 high school students with special needs were honored guests at a special prom called, “A Night to Shine.” Today, we talk with the creative vision behind that special night: Heisman Trophy winner, former NFL Quarterback, and former New York Mets baseball player, Tim Tebow. His new children’s book, Bronco and Friends: A Party to Remember, illustrates that regardless of abilities or disabilities, all of God’s children are special, wonderful, and perfectly made by our Creator.
March 13, 2021
Many people casually believe that marriage should be a 50/50 proposition. But they’re wrong. Because that would be describing a performance-based marriage, where a husband and wife are always keeping score. Bob Lepine, author of Love Like You Mean It, cautions that we simply need to serve each other, instead of asking, “Did he or she pull their weight today?” Inspired by Jesus Himself, Bob describes how both partners in a Christian marriage should always give 100%.
March 6, 2021
Contrary to the claims of pop culture, love is not singularly emotional, or even necessarily romantic. Biblically speaking, the cornerstone of marital love is an unflinching commitment to one’s spouse and a Christ-like posture of self-sacrifice. In Bob Lepine’s new book, Love Like You Mean It (based on 1 Corinthians 13), he explains that patience, kindness, and humility are like marital disinfectants which help wash away the toxins that can build up over time.
February 27, 2021
When Jesus walked the earth, He was full of surprises. He most certainly surprised Cleopas and his friend who were grieving Jesus’ death as they walked on the road to Emmaus. Dee Brestin, author of The Jesus Who Surprises: Opening Our Eyes to His Presence in All of Life and Scripture, is today’s guest, and she notes that our focus on worldly troubles can often blind us to the fact that Jesus is near.
February 20, 2021
Dee Brestin was grieving the death of her husband of 39 years and feeling abandoned when she was reminded of a significant moment while attempting to nurse her colicky baby boy. After kicking and crying for ten minutes, he would finally calm down and latch on. Dee realized that, like her colicky baby, there’s no reason for any of us to throw a fit - because God is right there.
February 13, 2021
Through the unconditional love of a horse and God’s mercy, Kim Meeder’s hope was restored after tragically losing her parents when she was only nine years of age. On this part two edition, Kim describes how Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch pairs rescued horses with hurting kids to create healing where once there was only brokenness. She also relates an emotional story of how God used her to save a drowning man, and describes the spiritual application of sharing Christ with unbelievers before they perish.
February 6, 2021
At nine years of age, Kim Meeder tragically became an orphan in the blink of an eye. On today’s Family Talk, you’ll discover how she found indescribable solace in the presence of her horse and learned that God loves her unconditionally. As an adult, Kim felt led to replicate the Christian healing she experienced by founding Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch in Bend, Oregon, where she pairs rescued horses with broken children.
January 30, 2021
Countless families have been financially blindsided by the 2020 pandemic. On this edition of Family Talk, author and personal finance expert, Rachel Cruze, shares what we can do to get back on our feet. She and Dr. Dobson address people’s anxieties and behaviors toward money, and then identify biblical principles for becoming financially stable.
January 23, 2021
The uncertainty that has rocked our world in 2020 has caused many to wonder where God has been. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks to that concern with Dr. R.T. Kendall, author of We’ve Never Been This Way Before. Dr. Kendall points out how America’s moral waywardness may have led to these many months of turmoil. Discover why we must humbly return to God.
January 16, 2021
In Isaiah chapter 41, God tells the prophet, "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am Your God." Dr. Tim Clinton talks with author and speaker, Kasey Van Norman, who shares her heartbreaking testimony that included a turbulent childhood, a wrecked marriage, and a difficult battle with cancer—but still her faith was strengthened through it all.
January 9, 2021