Going Home for Christmas
December 16, 2023
Isaiah 9:6 says, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given.” During the busy Christmas season, it is always a joy to be able to go home and spend time with loved ones while celebrating the birth of our Savior. But did you know that in 1958, Dr. James Dobson almost missed his chance to go home for Christmas and survived a harrowing experience while serving in the National Guard? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh shares a heartfelt and almost unbelievable story of how Dr. Dobson was able to make it home for Christmas in the midst of a blizzard.
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On October 7, 2023, over 1,700 Jews were mercilessly slaughtered, tortured, or taken as prisoners by the terrorist group, Hamas. As Christians, we must not stand idly by and watch this happen! On today’s edition of Family Talk, the Hon. Michele Bachmann interviews Tommy, Sherri, and Joshua Waller about all that they’re doing to counteract the evil that is continuing to plague Israel and God’s chosen people. Genesis 12:3 states, “I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on the earth will be blessed through you.”
December 9, 2023
According to Ken Harrison, the chairman and CEO of Promise Keepers, masculinity is the definition of all the positive aspects of being a man. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Ken about the biblical definition of manhood and his book, Rise of the Servant Kings: What the Bible Says About Being a Man. Learn more about God’s truth and how it is in direct opposition of the cultural lie which claims masculinity is toxic.
December 2, 2023
When adversity comes into your life, do you have a tendency to complain about your situation? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson encourages Christians to be spiritually resilient, especially when God allows heartache and trials to enter our lives. Philippians 4:11 says, “…for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” Be reminded that God allows us to face tragedy out of His great love for us, and He promises to never leave our side.
November 25, 2023
As our culture drifts further from righteousness and grows increasingly hostile toward Christianity, believers are tasked to remain firm in their faith and give the troubles in life to God. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson reflects on this timeless challenge, along with the unique personal relationship we share with the Creator, and our call to be in the world but not of the world. Be inspired and find hope in the Lord, even in the face of adversity.
November 18, 2023
Did you know that only three percent of Christians feel comfortable sharing their faith, according to pollster George Barna? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with Scott Baller of Saturate USA to discuss a God-sized vision to reach all 120 million U.S. households with the gospel by 2027. Through Scott's ministry, you or your congregation can request "saturation packs," which contain information on your local church, along with a DVD about who Jesus is, and gospel tracts to encourage thousands of households in your zip code.
November 11, 2023
When going through trials, it’s easy to feel as if God has abandoned you. The truth is, God says in His Word that He will never leave you nor forsake you. It is His promise to all of us. On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares how “you can trust God even when you can’t track Him.” Isaiah 41:10 declares, “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Discover how the Lord is using seemingly insurmountable events in your life to deepen your relationship with Him.
November 4, 2023
What do the biblical characters David, Job, and Hezekiah have in common? They all experienced a time where they did not hear from God and cried out to Him with the universal question of “Why?” Even while on the cross, Jesus asked His Father, “Why have You forsaken me?” On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues to walk us through this question of “Why?,” which we all have experienced amidst trying circumstances. Proverbs 3:5 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not unto your own understanding.” In the face of life’s most difficult challenges, we can find hope in the Word of God.
October 28, 2023
Whether it has to do with sickness or death, a tornado or a divorce, certain traumatic events will happen in our lives that will make us question, “Why me, Lord?” On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson reminds us of the hope we have in our great and mighty God, despite the struggles we face. Romans 8:38-39 says, “For I am sure that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
October 21, 2023
How does a divorced single mom live for the glory of the Lord? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his inspiring discussion with author and speaker, Angela Thomas-Pharr about her book, Tender Mercy for a Mother's Soul: Inspiration to Renew Your Spirit. Be encouraged and lifted up as we listen to the counsel of a woman who chose to pursue God during one of the hardest and busiest times of her life.
October 14, 2023
When life blindsides you and the bottom suddenly drops out from under your feet, what do you do? Will you turn to God or begin to doubt your faith? On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson candidly speaks with author and speaker, Angela Thomas-Pharr, about a time when she found herself divorced and on her own to care for her four young children. Discover how this brokenness in Angela’s life took her relationship with the Lord to new depths she had not yet experienced.
October 7, 2023
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