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Kristan Hawkins: How to Help Women Choose Life

June 20, 2022
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As the Supreme Court appears likely to overturn Roe v. Wade, the battle to save pre-born babies will move from Washington, D.C. to the state level government. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Kristan Hawkins, President of Students for Life of America, highlights the ongoing work of her organization, and urges Christians to continue to stand strong in the fight against abortion. Kristan also invites believers to join their campaign for abortion-free cities, and illustrates how we can be mobilized in a “post Roe” America.

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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.
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“He was my hero!” Those are the words of Dr. James Dobson when describing his own father as he was interviewed by Pastor Ed Young on Father’s Day in 2019. Dr. Dobson concluded that, as a young boy, “I wanted to be like him. I wanted his God for my God, his values for my values.” On today’s special edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson and Dr. Young discuss the importance and irreplaceable role of fathers in the home.
June 17, 2022
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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 19.5 million children, more than 1 in 4, live without a father in the home. When a dad checks out or leaves the home, it's like a bus driver leaving the bus, and the abandoned passengers end up in a ditch. On today’s edition of Family Talk, filmmaker and producer, Stephen Kendrick, gives us hope. The film he made with his two brothers titled Show Me the Father, features five true stories of wounded dads and broken homes, and how God stepped in and brought forgiveness and restoration. The solution to America’s crippling fatherlessness is to reconnect people to their loving Heavenly Father, and inspire dads to step into their God-given roles, in this moment.
June 16, 2022
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When Christian filmmaker Stephen Kendrick speaks at a men's conference, he asks, “How many of you never heard your father tell you he loved you?” Tragically, half the hands go up. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tim Clinton and Stephen discuss his recent documentary, Show Me the Father, that centers on the impact and influence of dads in the home. Stephen explains that there’s a direct connection between a dad’s words and the identity in the heart of his child. Stephen insists that it’s a game changer when a father loves his child in word and deed, like our Heavenly Father loves us. 
June 15, 2022
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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson, along with married couples Kurt and Olivia Bruner, and Al and Jo Ann Janssen, continue discussing how the Lord should be reflected in marriage. The panel reminds listeners that our relationship to our spouse is an expression of worship and honor in our relationship with the God we serve. Above all else, marriage is a covenant that requires unfaltering commitment.
June 14, 2022
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Genesis 2:24 says, “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother, and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson, along with married couples Kurt and Olivia Bruner, and Al and Jo Ann Janssen, discuss the Lord’s blueprint for marriage. The author of The Marriage Masterpiece, Al Janssen makes the comparison that, similar to uncovering the Sistine Chapel’s vibrant beauty after years of being covered by dirt and grime, God’s original vision for marriage has become concealed by the grime of our culture.
June 13, 2022
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Having a husband who developed a severe disability led Laura Story to say, “Farewell, predictable.” The unexpected trial was a free fall into faith. Because Laura trusted in the Lord, she did not fear the unknown. On today’s edition of Family Talk, the Christian singer/songwriter shares that she identifies with many biblical characters who experienced a disruption in their lives. Similar to the Proverbs 31 woman, Laura has learned to laugh at the days to come, recognizing that we are indeed created by God to do good works.
June 10, 2022
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When Laura Story, award-winning singer/songwriter, married her high school sweetheart, it felt like a fairytale come true. But then her husband, Martin, developed a brain tumor, and its removal left him with debilitating memory and sight problems. On today’s Family Talk, Laura declares, “So long, normal!” In her 2011 Grammy award-winning song, “Blessings,” Laura asked God, “What if Your healing comes through tears? What if a thousand sleepless nights are what it takes to know You're near? And what if trials in this life are Your mercies in disguise?” Through difficult experiences, Laura learned that the Lord does incredible things when we surrender our brokenness to Him.
June 9, 2022
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Through his worldwide ministry, the late Reverend Billy Graham led millions to a meaningful relationship with Jesus. Because of this, he changed the culture forever. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Billy’s son, the Reverend Franklin Graham, reflect on the life and legacy of Christianity’s most influential evangelist. After Billy went home to be with the Lord in 2018, Franklin was inspired to write about his father’s legacy and his personal relationship with the man he called “Daddy,” in his memoir, “Through My Father’s Eyes.” Even though Franklin strayed as a young man, he came to know Christ at age 22. When he shared the good news, his father said, “Your mother and I have been praying for this day for a long time!” You’ll hear about Billy Graham’s own conversion, his famed Los Angeles tent revival, and the Yankee Stadium crusade that drew over 100,000 people. 
June 8, 2022
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How are you honoring God with your finances? Matthew 6:24 says, “No one can serve two masters…you cannot serve both God and money.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, the late Larry Burkett said there’s a reason why two-thirds of all Christ’s parables addressed the issue of money. It's a heart issue! How we utilize the resources the Lord entrusts us with is an X-ray of our priorities. 
June 7, 2022
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When we heed God’s invitation to commune with Him in prayer, we can experience the fruits of the Spirit such as peace, patience, and joy. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Kathy Branzell, President of the National Day of Prayer Task Force, explains that every fruit has a root. Philippians 4:6 counsels us, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Throughout her 14-year-long battle with a brain tumor and her teenage son’s illness with a rare blood cancer, Kathy learned that God inclines His ear to hear our voice.
June 6, 2022
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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.
Sign Up More resources

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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