Family Talk Weekends

Dr. James Dobson

Living Through the Loss of a Spouse - II

June 10, 2023

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues interviewing Dee Brestin to discuss life after the loss of her husband, Steve. Dee shares how she coped after his passing, just 21 months prior to this interview. Learn how she discovered there can still be purpose and blessing, and even the possibility for the soul to be renewed through the pain and loss of a loved one. Psalm 147:3 says, “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Featured Offer

Bringing Up Boys
With so much confusion about the role of men in society, it’s no wonder we have questions about how to bring up boys in the right way. Why are so many young males in crisis? What qualities should we be instilling in our sons? The culture has vilified masculinity, and as a result, an entire generation of boys is growing up without a clear idea of what it means to be a man. To help parents confront this challenge, the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute has developed a new 10-day email series based on Dr. Dobson’s best-selling book, Bringing Up Boys. It’s designed to equip you to wisely lead your sons to become godly men.

Archives

Did you know that there are approximately 11 million widows in the United States? Or that close to 80% of wives will lose their husbands during their lifetime? On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dee Brestin to discuss her heart-wrenching journey back into a life of singleness following the death of her husband, Steve. In the midst of her journey, Dee learned to lean on the Lord, and discovered His unwavering faithfulness in the midst of deep loneliness and grief.
June 3, 2023
Exodus 28:29 records that Aaron, the high priest, entered into the presence of the Lord in the tabernacle. He carried forth the names of the 12 sons of Israel as a memorial to the Lord. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the late Pastor Jack Hayford reveals that his father was so moved by that image that every morning his parents brought before the Lord not only the names of their own children, but also any person who had the same last name. Providentially, they heard first-hand from three separate people who shared their name, who crossed their paths and testified that they had personally received Christ in the last few months.
May 27, 2023
Do you know what your calling is? According to the Bible, the Great Commission is spelled out in Matthew 28:19, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” On today’s Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton speaks with Lisa Bevere, co-founder of Messenger International. Lisa reveals how she and her husband, John, turned his vision of simply sharing Christian content into a global ministry that distributes discipleship tools and literature around the world, free of charge. To date, Messenger International has shared over 53 million resources in 123 languages to those in need throughout the free world, and also to the oppressed, suffering unchurched countries.
May 20, 2023
Philippians 4:13, says, “I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.” For author and Bible teacher Jennifer Rothschild, this verse came to be an anchor after she lost her eyesight as a teenager. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Jennifer shares with Dr. Tim Clinton her triumphant story of how despite being blind, God has made her life “well with her soul.”
May 13, 2023
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with Michele Bachmann to discuss the overreach of the World Health Organization, and the possibility of the United States turning over its decision-making ability to that organization. Dr. Dobson and Michele urge listeners to call their representatives and senators in Washington, D.C., to let their voices be heard, and to continue to turn to the Lord for help. 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 I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”
May 6, 2023
How would our lives change if the United States signed away its decision-making authority to the World Health Organization? According to Michele Bachmann, that could be our future if the U.S. stays in the WHO, and if Christians remain silent. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Michele, a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, discuss this topic of concern, and how it could affect our freedoms for years to come.
April 29, 2023
Since 1984, Moms in Prayer International has been praying for school children all over the world. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton continues his conversation with Sally Burke, president of Moms in Prayer International. Sally shares how she is witnessing a revival in schools since the pandemic, with hundreds of kids making decisions to receive Jesus Christ. She challenges listeners to intercede for their children and proclaim Christ over them. Discover how Moms in Prayer is changing the lives of thousands through their 4 simple steps of prayer.
April 22, 2023
God, through prayer, has transformed the hearts and minds of moms all over the world as they come together and stand in the gap to pray for their children. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton speaks with Sally Burke, president of Moms in Prayer International. She shares how God is moving in and through her ministry, using schools and teachers to provide an opportunity for their children to come to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
April 15, 2023
Adversity in life can sometimes cause our faith to be shaken. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dave Butts, the late president of Harvest Prayer Ministries, in an conversation from 2018. Before his passing, Dave opened up about his battle with a rare form of cancer, from which he wasn’t expected to recover. Through this difficult journey, he revealed what he learned about fervent prayer and the peace of God.
April 8, 2023
On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Gene Getz continue discussing God’s blueprint for masculinity along with what is really important in life. Dr. Getz stresses the necessity of not missing moments at home with family, and to make prayer a priority. These two godly men also reflect on their long careers, family histories and Dr. Getz explains the origins of his popular book, The Measure of a Man.
April 1, 2023
See More Episodes
Loading...
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Listen to Family Talk Weekends on
Amazon Echo
Learn How
Learn How

Featured Offer

Bringing Up Boys
With so much confusion about the role of men in society, it’s no wonder we have questions about how to bring up boys in the right way. Why are so many young males in crisis? What qualities should we be instilling in our sons? The culture has vilified masculinity, and as a result, an entire generation of boys is growing up without a clear idea of what it means to be a man. To help parents confront this challenge, the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute has developed a new 10-day email series based on Dr. Dobson’s best-selling book, Bringing Up Boys. It’s designed to equip you to wisely lead your sons to become godly men.

About Family Talk Weekends

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.

Contact Family Talk Weekends with Dr. James Dobson

Mailing Address
540 Elkton Drive
Suite 201
Colorado Springs, CO 80907


Phone Number
877.732.6825