Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

When we’re deeply wounded by someone we’ve trusted, forgiveness is oftentimes the furthest thought in our minds. On this edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his interview with Lysa Terkeurst, president of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She explains that our call to forgive stems from God’s undeserved grace toward us. Hear how you can experience the beauty of true forgiveness the same way Lysa did.

"Turning the other cheek," as Jesus commanded in Scripture, is especially difficult after we've been hurt by a loved one. Today on this Family Talk "2020 Best of Broadcast," Dr. James Dobson discusses the topic of forgiveness with the president of Proverbs 31 Ministries, Lysa TerKeurst. She opens up about the painful discovery of her husband’s infidelity, and describes how Dr. Dobson's book, Love Must Be Tough, helped heal her marriage.

As people are being confined to their homes due to COVID-19, a lot of families are spending more time together than ever before. Today on Family Talk, Dr, James Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton continue discussing the opportunity parents have to reconnect with their children. The two men walk through 6 critical ways that moms and dads can help their kids process this crisis.

In the midst of this pandemic, there is a startling rise in mental health issues. Today, Family Talk continues their "2020 Best of Broadcast" by highlighting Dr. James Dobson's conversation with Dr. Tim Clinton. They examine how anxiety and depression are impacting kids during this crisis. They also challenge parents to be more attuned to their son's and daughter's needs, especially if their home life is unstable.

On the very first Christmas, the shepherds were shocked to receive the angelic announcement about Christ's birth. The wise men were startled to discover God's star in the sky. Are you shocked that the Creator of the universe came to die a cruel death for your sins? The late Pastor Adrian Rogers tells the story afresh.

This Christmas Eve, dust off the classic story of the birth of Jesus. Instead of seeing His birth in Bethlehem underneath the star in isolation, consider the big picture. The late Pastor Adrian Rogers reminds us that Christ was born to bear the scars of painful Roman whips and the cruel crucifixion to take the punishment for our sins. That’s true, unconditional love!

Shockingly, 25% of married Christian couples maintain separate bank accounts! Shaunti Feldhahn, the author of Thriving in Love and Money, who interviewed 3,000 people, reveals, "Where your treasure is, there your heart will be." Ultimately, money conflicts are about power. Shaunti says money should be an opportunity for connection, not conflict.

Men stress over "Am I going to be able to provide for my family?" Women wonder, "Are we okay as a family?" Shaunti Feldhahn, author of Thriving in Love and Money, explains that the different gender-related stresses over money in marriage lead to dramatic conflict for 80% of couples. Learn how to address defensiveness & frustration.

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said, "Few people enjoy what I think sometimes Americans take for granted—our capacity to worship and practice our faith." Two-thirds of the world's people live with limited religious liberty. Listen as Pompeo shares his Christian faith and his concern about Chinese religious oppression.

Believers in the 21st century are engaged in a fierce fight against a wicked culture and the plots of the devil. Today you will hear how we can have victory in our lives with the help of Jesus. Author and evangelist Priscilla Shirer addresses the spiritual war that is being fought for our souls. She warns that Satan "preys on lazy, apathetic Christians." Listen to the importance of putting on the full armor of God, especially "the breastplate of righteousness," and commit to "right living" that invites the favor of God on your life.

When we stumble in our Christian walk, we often blame others instead of recognizing the devil's schemes against us. Popular author and evangelist Priscilla Shirer talks about the spiritual warfare that surrounds us every day. She says that Satan "wants you to think that just because he's invisible, he's also fictional." But he's real, and you will see his fingerprints in the chaos, the strife, the jealousy, and the pride in your life. She teaches from Ephesians 6 and urges Christians to put on the full armor of God.

Psalm 46 reminds us to "be still and know God," a concept largely lost in the constant busyness of our culture. Dr. James Dobson talks with author John Eldredge about his new book Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad. He explains the dangers of a distracted, technology-addicted lifestyle and then suggests that we practice the "One Minute Pause," along with soaking up God's creation, and turning off our phones’ notifications. As we unplug from "the fight or flight" culture, our stress-triggered cortisol levels go down, and we can begin to learn how to cast our cares upon the Lord.

If men didn't grow up with fathers who validated and loved them, they will often turn to women and even porn to find that validation. Dr. James Dobson talks with John Eldredge, author of the best-selling Wild at Heart, about the "father wound." A boy looks to his dad, asking, "Do I have what it takes? Can I be a man? Am I strong? Am I brave?" At the start of Jesus' ministry, God the Father validated Him, saying, "This is my Son in whom I am well pleased." Jesus came to heal the brokenhearted and set the captives free—and He can heal "the father wound" in the lives of men today.

Conflict is a predictable part of every marriage, but it shouldn’t become a habit. Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Sharon May discuss the idea of healthy arguing. Dr. May states, "It's possible to break the argument cycle and to find a way to love each other." The two doctors reveal what triggers an argument and explain the ways anger and guardedness can erode a marriage. Listen to what you can do to resolve disputes between you and your spouse.

Boys were created with a desire to seek out a godly example of masculinity, which is why the father/son bond is so important. Today Dr. Dobson continues to reflect on his significant relationship with his own dad. He walks through his early childhood years, and points out the ways in which his father sacrificed for their family. Hear how Dr. Dobson's dad directly impacted his life.