Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

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Living the Good Life, Part 2 Jul 07, 2026

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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.

Changing the World Through Prayer, Part 1 Jul 06, 2026

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Prayer aligns our hearts with God’s, and when we put it into practice, He can do incredible things in our lives. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with his friend, Dr. Dick Eastman, former president of Every Home for Christ, a ministry that has carried the gospel into 215 nations. Hear Dr. Eastman’s remarkable story of faith, provision, and world-changing prayer.

Living the Good Life, Part 1 Jul 06, 2026

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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.

Honoring the America 250 Essay Contest Winners, Part 2 Jul 03, 2026

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On today’s special edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer welcomes the high school winner of the USA250 essay contest, Crystal Konadu. She expresses her deep passion for America, her desire to reflect Jesus Christ wherever she goes, and her mission to serve in the future.

Honoring the America 250 Essay Contest Winners, Part 1 Jul 02, 2026

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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.

I Believe in American Patriotism Jul 01, 2026

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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. He reflects on the founding principles, faith, and freedoms that made this nation great, and why love of country is worth defending.

Celebrating God Our Founder, Part 2 Jun 30, 2026

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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. She explains how our freedoms come from the Creator, why God shaped our nation into a republic rather than a monarchy, and how American prosperity reflects His blessing.

Celebrating God Our Founder, Part 1 Jun 29, 2026

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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.

If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty, Part 2 Jun 26, 2026

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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.

If You Can Keep It: The Forgotten Promise of American Liberty, Part 1 Jun 25, 2026

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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.