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January 18, 2023
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What happens after a woman has an abortion? What resources are available after that grievous choice? These are the questions that Lisa Rowe, founder and CEO of the Support After Abortion ministry, is trying to answer. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Lisa, a licensed social worker, who works directly with women experiencing this tremendous loss and pain, shares that women consider abortion to be the best option after enduring other preliminary traumas. She says that post-abortive women grapple with regret, anger, grief, and anxiety. Through the network of counselors available at Support After Abortion, women learn the difference between guilt which says, “I did bad,” and shame which says, “I am bad.” 

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Christian comedian Dennis Swanberg says that many men are lonely and they struggle with regret and secret fears. Proverbs 27:17 declares, “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” That’s why all Christian men need to resist the temptation to isolate, and should find a trustworthy accountability partner. Swanberg points to the biblical examples of Paul and Luke as well as Silas and Timothy. When men confess their sins in transparency to God and to one another, they can be healed. 
January 17, 2023
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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 dad was so moved by that image from the Scriptures that every morning his mom and dad 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. 
January 16, 2023
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The pain, pace, and pressure of everyday life has kept us all on the run. With the volatile economy, a turbulent society, anxiety caused by the pandemic and other adversities, and the 24/7 news cycle, it can feel overwhelming. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Linda Mintle, the author of Letting Go of Worry, outlines God's plan for finding peace in the midst of chaos. Like a spam email in your inbox, Dr. Mintle says that you don’t have to click on an anxious thought. She underscores the importance of taking “captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ,” as 2 Corinthians 10:5 commands. God’s prescription is to renew our mind daily in His Word. 
January 13, 2023
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According to author George Gilder, a woman's contribution to the culture and the continuity of the human race is secure and even defined by biology. By contrast, a man's role has been minimized. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Gilder continue discussing Gilder’s book, Men and Marriage. They also talk about gender roles in society and how a man’s role is not defined biologically, but culturally. Genesis 1:27 declares, “So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them: male and female he created them.” 
January 12, 2023
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Genesis 2:18 states, “The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.’” On today’s classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews economist and author, George Gilder, about his book, Men and Marriage. The two highlight the important role men have in the holy union of husband and wife, and the ongoing effects that relationship has had on our society. 
January 11, 2023
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Did you know that seven hundred years before the birth of Christ, the prophet Isaiah predicted that Jesus would come to earth and be crucified for our sins? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dan Seaborn, the president of Winning At Home, highlights the four descriptions of the God who loves us despite ourselves. In Isaiah 9:6, the prophet writes that our redeemer is the “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.” Seaborn methodically unfolds the rich meaning of each title. When you fully grasp who the Lord is, in all His majesty and love, it’s a game changer! 
January 10, 2023
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Michele Bachmann has lived a full life. After coming to Christ at age 16, she graduated from college and law school, got married, and served in the U.S. Congress. Remarkably, she and her husband not only raised five biological children, but fostered 23 teenage girls. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Bachmann urges Christians to bear one another’s burdens and practice kindness to unbelievers. Echoing the words of Luke 21, she reminds us to “stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”
January 9, 2023
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“Are you so filled with God’s power that you’re shaping culture, or is culture shaping you?” That is the question international speaker and author Rick Rigsby posed to 5,000 men at the 2022 Men’s Ignite event. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Rigsby challenges men to rise up, be authentic in their Christian faith, and stand firm in their communities “for such a time as this.” Joshua 1:9 says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” 
January 6, 2023
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Dinnertime can be stressful for parents, especially if their children are picky eaters. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues discussing healthy eating habits with his guest, Ali Elliott. She shares how she educates parents to set proper guidelines for their kids' perspective of food. Ali also explains how to regulate a child's consumption of sugar, and why it's important for families to eat together.
January 5, 2023
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Did you know that 1 in 5 kids suffer from obesity in America? Or that on average, kids are eating about 1.8 daily servings of fruits and vegetables, less than half the recommendation of 4.5 servings? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson is joined by pediatric dietitian, Ali Elliott. They discuss how the deterioration of the family has negatively impacted children's overall health, and they break down what kids should be eating daily through the 5-2-1-0 principle.
January 4, 2023
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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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