Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

Faith can grow stagnant when life settles into routine. On today’s edition of Family Talk, award-winning actress and author Jen Lilley offers listeners a path out of complacency and into bold, courageous faith. Drawing from her own testimony of finding freedom and renewal, she shares how surrendering control to God opens the door to lasting peace.

The search for meaning is the biggest need that’s facing our culture today. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his inspiring conversation with Chuck Colson about his book, The Good Life. Colson makes a compelling case for truth, human dignity, and faith. He also shares how even an atheist's change of heart points to a loving God.

Money, power, and success promise fulfillment but leave a deep emptiness. On today’s edition of Family Talk, we revisit a timeless conversation Dr. James Dobson had with his dear friend, Chuck Colson, founder of Prison Fellowship and former aide to President Richard Nixon. They discuss Chuck’s book, The Good Life, and how prison and brokenness led him to discover that real meaning comes from giving your life away.

On today’s special edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes the high school winner of the USA250 essay contest, Crystal Konadu.

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The next generation is rising up to lead with faith and conviction. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes the middle school winner of the USA250 essay contest, Jack Bodker. Jack reflects on how the Christian faith shaped America's founding, and how God is calling him to help influence what comes next as our nation approaches its 250th anniversary. Jack also offers a stirring challenge to the rising generation.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a stirring Independence Day message, reading a moving letter from his friend, Don Feder.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his encouraging conversation with author Cynthia Scott about her book, Celebrating God Our Founder at America's 250th Birthday.

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America was founded on certain inalienable rights endowed by our Creator. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes author and prayer leader Cynthia Scott to discuss her book, Celebrating God Our Founder at America's 250th Birthday. She shares how God's hand of providence shaped our nation's founding, the true meaning of separation of church and state, and the Christian roots of American education.

Long before the Constitution was written, one preacher helped prepare a nation for freedom. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his inspiring conversation with best-selling author Eric Metaxas about his book, If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty. He reveals how evangelist George Whitefield shaped the colonies, why virtue and faith are the foundation of self-government, and what it will take to renew America today.

America's founders gave us a republic—if we can keep it. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes best-selling author Eric Metaxas to discuss his book, If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty. He explains why our freedoms are fragile, how virtue and faith sustain self-government, and why every American must rediscover the stories that shaped our nation.

Singleness is not a holding pattern or a mistake. On today’s edition of Family Talk, author and speaker Cheryl Martin shares an inspiring message on embracing the single life. Drawing from her conference talk, "God's Leading Lady," she explains how single women can pursue God first, develop fully in this season, and trust His perfect timing for their lives.

Winning an argument doesn’t mean much if you lose the person. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Neil Shenvi about his book, Post Woke: Asserting a Biblical Vision of Race, Gender, and Sexuality. He explains how to engage loved ones who are caught up in woke ideology with truth and compassion, and why a positive biblical vision matters more than criticism alone.

Many Christian parents feel unprepared when their kids return home from school steeped in ideas they don't understand.

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The years with your children pass faster than you think! On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson reflects on the fleeting nature of time and the decisions that shaped his family. He shares moving stories about his children, and why he concluded that nothing in life matters more than love for God and family.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer and Rich Bott of Bott Radio Network explore the vital role Christian broadcasting plays in America’s spiritual battle.

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On today’s edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer interviews Rich Bott, president and CEO of Bott Radio Network.

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The father-daughter bond shapes a girl’s confidence, her faith, and even her future marriage. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson continues his insightful conversation with the late Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth and their daughters. They discuss the importance of building a daughter’s self-esteem, making faith in Christ a natural part of family life, and staying connected through the challenging adolescent years.

A father occupies a place in a child’s heart that no one else can fill. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with the late Robert and Bobbie Wolgemuth and their daughters for a classic conversation about Robert’s book, She Calls Me Daddy. They explore the seven principles every dad needs to know for raising a godly daughter with a healthy self-esteem.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and his daughter, Danae, share heartwarming stories from bike rides to bedtime prayers that shaped their special bond.

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Anger in marriage is inevitable, but how you handle it makes all the difference. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with counselor and family therapist Jean Lush to explore why venting anger often does more harm than good, and how waiting on the Lord can protect the love in your marriage.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with John Corcoran, a man who spent decades teaching high school students and building a successful career without knowing how to read

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Painful childhood memories don’t have to define your future. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his insightful conversation with Drs. Kevin Leman and Randy Carlson, authors of Unlocking the Secrets of Your Childhood Memories. They share how confronting buried hurts, challenging the lies we tell ourselves, and choosing forgiveness can set us free.

Your earliest childhood memories reveal more about you than you might think. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Drs. Kevin Leman and Randy Carlson to discuss their book, Unlocking the Secrets of Your Childhood Memories. Discover how the memories that stay with us shape our personalities, relationships, and the way we see the world.

On June 6, 1944, nearly 9,000 men were wounded or killed while storming the beaches of Normandy.

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On June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy in the battle that turned the tide of World War II. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes retired Lieutenant General Jerry Boykin to honor the upcoming anniversary of D-Day. General Boykin shares his father’s firsthand account of the Normandy landings, and reflects on the courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood that defined the Greatest Generation.

When an adult child pulls away or cuts off contact entirely, what should a parent do? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his insightful conversation with Dr. Kathy Koch, author of Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Your Adult Children. She addresses why no-contact situations are on the rise, how grandparents can navigate strained family relationships, and why hope is an active choice.

Many parents find that when their children reach adulthood, the relationship becomes more complicated than they expected.

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True biblical manhood isn’t defined by career success — it’s forged in the Word of God. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with David Jeffers, a retired Army Master Sergeant, and author of Man Up! What the Bible Says About Being a Man. Jeffers shares his remarkable journey through divorce, military service, and the loss of his son in combat. He also reflects on how Scripture recalibrated his understanding of godly manhood.

Parents and grandparents are often the last line of defense against a dangerous ideology that’s already inside the classroom. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his insightful conversation with Dr. Corey Miller, president of Ratio Christi. Dr. Miller explains when the ideological shift occurred, why Christians can’t afford to ignore it, and how families can equip the next generation to stand firm.   Learn more about Ratio Christi (Latin for ‘The Reason of Christ’), a global movement that equips university students and faculty to give historical, philosophical, and scientific reasons for following Jesus Christ by visiting rat...

America’s universities are ground zero for a cultural revolution, and the consequences are filtering into our homes, our churches, and our children’s classrooms. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Dr. Corey Miller, president of Ratio Christi, an apologetics and evangelism organization, to discuss his book, The Progressive Miseducation of America. He exposes how Marxist ideology captured higher education, and shares what believers can do to confront it.   Learn more about Ratio Christi (Latin for ‘The Reason of Christ’), a global movement that equips university students and faculty to give historical, philosophical, and scientific reasons for followi...

Prayer is one of the most powerful gifts a parent can give to their children. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a classic conversation with Pastor Jack Hayford about the discipline of praying specifically and faithfully for your family. Pastor Jack offers a deeply moving account of how his father prayed for his children five times a day, and the remarkable fruit it bore.

Outnumbered and outgunned, a soldier finds that his faith holds firm even when survival seems impossible. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his inspiring conversation with decorated Army Ranger and veteran Jeff Struecker, who survived the deadliest battle in American military history since Vietnam. He shares how that harrowing night in Mogadishu ignited a lifelong calling to prepare others for eternity.

In the chaos of the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu, one Army Ranger found peace in the face of certain death. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with decorated soldier and chaplain Dr. Jeff Struecker to discuss his harrowing experience in the battle immortalized by the film, Black Hawk Down, and the faith that carried him through it. Don’t miss this firsthand account of one of the most intense battles in modern military history!

The battle for truth is raging, and the church must be ready. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his insightful conversation with Dr. Michael Youssef, author of Winning the Invisible War. He shares his remarkable pro-life testimony, warns against lukewarm Christianity, and challenges parents to raise children to be anchored in God’s Word.

Spiritual warfare is real—and Christians are on the front lines. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Dr. Michael Youssef to discuss his book, Winning the Invisible War. Dr. Youssef reveals how Satan’s deceptions have infiltrated even evangelical churches, and how faithful Christians can keep the enemy on the run.

Every Christian will encounter moments when God seems silent and unanswered questions threaten to shake their faith. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his three-part series about his book When God Doesn’t Make Sense. He shares powerful reflections on trusting God through suffering, the brevity of life, and the certain hope of eternity that anchors believers through their darkest days.

When life falls apart and God seems silent, how do you hold on to your faith? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson draws from Scripture and personal experience to address life’s most difficult “why” questions. From the story of Lazarus to a father’s love for his son, he offers powerful encouragement to trust God even when His ways don’t seem to make sense.

When God doesn’t seem to answer and our suffering makes no sense, life’s most painful moments can shatter our faith.

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Good character and godly manners have the power to shape a nation. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Dobson reads from his classic book, Bringing Up Girls. He draws from the wisdom of John Adams and others to make the case that raising daughters with civility, poise, and moral grounding is one of the most important things a parent can do.

America’s bread supply is controlled by just two companies—and one of them is foreign-owned.

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