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,
Inner city youth face staggering odds of success without the presence of father figures or Christian mentors. On today's edition of Family Talk, former NFL player Steve Fitzhugh shares his compelling journey of finding faith despite childhood challenges. He also explains how he is transforming lives by turning crack houses into thriving youth centers in Washington, D.C. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Generational patterns of hurt can be broken through God's transforming love! On today's edition Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his powerful conversation with author and ministry leader Dona Fisher to discuss her book, Change of Pace. She describes her remarkable journey from an abusive childhood to reconciliation with her mother. Dona also shares how facing her past created healing and led to a ministry that's touched thousands of women. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Can childhood suffering lead to redemption? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes his dear friend, Dona Fisher, to give her powerful testimony. She shares how a painful childhood marked by physical abuse and emotional neglect transformed into a journey of healing, forgiveness, and ministry. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his inspiring conversation with businessman Ken Eldred about finding balance in a demanding world. They discuss how limiting work hours can lead to greater productivity, and Ken shares his remarkable story of God's faithfulness through financial devastation. Learn practical ways to integrate faith into your career without becoming burned out. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Is your career overshadowing your family? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson speaks with successful businessman Ken Eldred about finding true purpose. Discover how this Stanford MBA graduate learned that success without God leads to emptiness, and how limiting his workload to 40 hours weekly allowed his business to flourish beyond expectation. Learn to prioritize faith and family for lasting fulfillment. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
When love ends, the pain can feel unbearable. But there is hope and healing ahead! On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with author Jackie M. Johnson about her book, When Love Ends and the Ice Cream Carton Is Empty. She'll share hard-won wisdom about grieving loss, finding forgiveness, and trusting God's plan during seasons of heartbreak. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Breaking up is never easy—especially when you're blindsided by someone you trusted. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with author Jackie M. Johnson to discuss her book, When Love Ends and the Ice Cream Carton Is Empty. She'll share her personal journey through painful breakups and offer biblical hope for healing from relationship loss. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Jesus pardoned our sins, even when we didn't deserve it. For that reason, reconciliation and forgiveness must always be at the forefront of a believer's mind. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Dr. O.S. Hawkins, author of The Nehemiah Code. They analyze how Nehemiah's efforts to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem corresponds with restoring broken relationships in our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with best-selling author, Dr. O.S. Hawkins. He shares his heart for caring for retired ministry leaders through his organization, Mission: Dignity. He also explains why he wrote the Code series books, and how believers can unlock the meaningful truth that's found in God's Word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Is your home becoming a palace of entitlement? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and author Kay Wills Wyma discuss her eye-opening book entitled, Cleaning House. After realizing her five children expected to be served at every turn, Kay embarked on a 12-month experiment to teach them responsibility and a strong work ethic. Proverbs 22:6 says, Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old, they will not turn from it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
What does faith look like in the face of unimaginable loss? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Frank and Jan Harrison, who share their journey through grief after losing their 27-year-old son, James. Their candid testimony reveals how God's presence sustains us in our darkest moments and brings beauty from ashes. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
How does God redeem our greatest sorrows? Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down again with Frank and Jan Harrison to discuss how God turned their deepest loss into an extraordinary harvest. They'll share how their late son, James, had a passion for serving others in Africa that sparked a worldwide ministry reaching thousands for Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Can faith and business mix successfully? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Frank Harrison, the CEO and chairman of Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc., and his wife, author Jan Harrison. They'll share how they transformed their company culture by putting God first, including placing chaplains in their facilities. Discover how biblical principles can revolutionize the workplace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his discussion with Sdyna Masse and her husband, Tom, who joins the conversation. They discuss the work of Ramah International and highlight the need for pregnancy resource centers and the tremendous ways they help women and babies. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
When Sydna Masse was in college, she found herself pregnant and tragically had an abortion. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with Sydna about her decision, the effect it had on her, and the courageous step she took to be one of the first post-abortive women to speak out publicly. Today, Synda and her organization, Ramah International, have a mission to reach women who are post-abortive and the men who also went through the tragedy. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson continues his conversation with author and speaker Allison Bottke on the subject of prodigal children in her book, Setting Boundaries with Your Adult Children. Allison shares practical advice to struggling parents, and encourages moms and dads to develop a plan of action to deal with their rebellious child. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Allison Bottke is a best-selling author and speaker. Her written works include the acclaimed God Allows U-Turns compilation book series, the God Answers Prayers series, and the best-selling Setting Boundaries series from Harvest House Publishers. With a passion to assist people who long to experience the writing dreams of their hearts, Allison also works one-on-one with a limited number of writers every year. She has been on the faculty at several national writing conferences, including Jerry Jenkins' Writing for the Soul conference. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Did you know that over 22 military veterans commit suicide every day? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his powerful conversation with Brandon Cabalar, the president of the Warfighters Mission. Brandon shares his passion for helping veterans and their families, and his desire for them to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior because, as Brandon said, The Lord saved my life I don't want to see this happen anymore. The struggle is real every day for these guys and they don't understand that they have one person, one thing that can save them and help them. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Did you know that over 22 military veterans commit suicide every day? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his powerful conversation with Brandon Cabalar, the president of the Warfighters Mission. Brandon shares his passion for helping veterans and their families, and his desire for them to know Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior because, as Brandon said, The Lord saved my life I don't want to see this happen anymore. The struggle is real every day for these guys and they don't understand that they have one person, one thing that can save them and help them. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Brandon Cabalar is the founder and president of the Warfighters Mission, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping veterans and their families. In addition, he serves as a team member at the Dr. James Dobson Family Institute. After the terrorist attack on 9/11, Brandon made the decision to sign up for the Armed Forces, and for twelve years he served in the U.S Army before retiring in 2014 for medical reasons. Brandon and his wife, Tanya, have seven daughters and reside in Colorado. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his enlightening discussion with Dr. Bruce Wilkinson as he shares stories and lessons on stewardship from his book, The God Pocket. Proverbs 19:17 says, Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will reward them for what they have done. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Did you know that one of the topics Jesus spoke about most in the Bible was money? On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Dr. Bruce Wilkinson to the program to discuss his book entitled, The God Pocket. Luke 21:3-4 says, Truly I tell you,' He said, this poor widow has put in more than all the others. All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.' To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his heartfelt discussion with Dr. Robert Lewis about his book, Raising a Modern-Day Knight: A Father's Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood. Dr. Lewis shares the widespread need for community among men, especially in today's society where fatherless homes have become exponentially more common. Without strong male role models, young boys have lost that crucial link to bridge the gap between boyhood and manhood. Join us as Dr. Lewis and Dr. Dobson explain the lost art of authentic manhood and point us back to the Bible which outlines God perfect plan for men to become great leaders, husbands and fathers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his heartfelt discussion with Dr. Robert Lewis about his book, Raising a Modern-Day Knight: A Father's Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood. Dr. Lewis shares the widespread need for community among men, especially in today's society where fatherless homes have become exponentially more common. Without strong male role models, young boys have lost that crucial link to bridge the gap between boyhood and manhood. Join us as Dr. Lewis and Dr. Dobson explain the lost art of authentic manhood and point us back to the Bible which outlines God perfect plan for men to become great leaders, husbands and fathers. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
According to Dr. Robert Lewis, who is the pastor, author and founder of the original Men's Fraternity, We have lost the ability to pass on to the next generation a vision of manhood that makes sense and is compelling to young men. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Pastor Lewis discuss the essentials of what it means to be a man, and why the inability of dads to connect with their sons can cause a huge loss of their masculine identity. Discover more as Dr. Lewis defines the different phases of training up boys, and why manhood is best forged under the wings of a dad. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
According to Dr. Robert Lewis, who is the pastor, author and founder of the original Men's Fraternity, We have lost the ability to pass on to the next generation a vision of manhood that makes sense and is compelling to young men. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Pastor Lewis discuss the essentials of what it means to be a man, and why the inability of dads to connect with their sons can cause a huge loss of their masculine identity. Discover more as Dr. Lewis defines the different phases of training up boys, and why manhood is best forged under the wings of a dad. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Marilyn Hontz and her husband, Paul, about Marilyn's upbringing and the abuse that she experienced. Marilyn encourages those with similar backgrounds that they don't have to live in the shame of someone else's sin. Galatians 5:1 says, It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Marilyn Hontz and her husband, Paul, about Marilyn's upbringing and the abuse that she experienced. Marilyn encourages those with similar backgrounds that they don't have to live in the shame of someone else's sin. Galatians 5:1 says, It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
No matter how broken and scarred we are by the effects of sin, God can bring redemption. On today's classic edition of Family Talk, author Marilyn Hontz shares with Dr. James Dobson her tragic story of abuse from her father, the healing she experienced, and how the Lord removed the burden of shame over her life. Psalm 107:2 says, Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
No matter how broken and scarred we are by the effects of sin, God can bring redemption. On today's classic edition of Family Talk, author Marilyn Hontz shares with Dr. James Dobson her tragic story of abuse from her father, the healing she experienced, and how the Lord removed the burden of shame over her life. Psalm 107:2 says, Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he has redeemed from trouble. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Because of her bold stance for Jesus Christ in communist Romania, Virginia Prodan was kidnapped, beaten, tortured, and placed under house arrest. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his insightful interview with Virginia about her unashamed stance for the gospel. She shares that a hit was put on her life, and you won't believe what happened when the assassin came to kill her. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Because of her bold stance for Jesus Christ in communist Romania, Virginia Prodan was kidnapped, beaten, tortured, and placed under house arrest. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his insightful interview with Virginia about her unashamed stance for the gospel. She shares that a hit was put on her life, and you won't believe what happened when the assassin came to kill her. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
As a young attorney under the communist regime in Romania, Virginia Prodan spent her entire life searching for truth. When she finally found it in the most forbidden book in her country, the Bible, she accepted the divine call to defend fellow followers of Jesus Christ against unjust persecution. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Virginia about her inspiring story, and her courage to speak out for the cause of Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
As a young attorney under the communist regime in Romania, Virginia Prodan spent her entire life searching for truth. When she finally found it in the most forbidden book in her country, the Bible, she accepted the divine call to defend fellow followers of Jesus Christ against unjust persecution. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Virginia about her inspiring story, and her courage to speak out for the cause of Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
According to Dr. James Dobson, Ken Hutcherson was a man's man who didn't back down from a fight. On today's edition of Family Talk, one of Dr. Dobson's dearest ministry friends expresses his commitment to Jesus in different seasons of his life, including going toe-to-toe with Microsoft. When the tech giant urged Washington state legislators to adopt radical homosexual policies, the former NFL linebacker took a righteous stand. He states, "I believe that God has called us to be warriors." Ultimately, Dr. Hutcherson lived his life to please an audience of One, his Savior, Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
According to Dr. James Dobson, Ken Hutcherson was a man's man who didn't back down from a fight. On today's edition of Family Talk, one of Dr. Dobson's dearest ministry friends expresses his commitment to Jesus in different seasons of his life, including going toe-to-toe with Microsoft. When the tech giant urged Washington state legislators to adopt radical homosexual policies, the former NFL linebacker took a righteous stand. He states, "I believe that God has called us to be warriors." Ultimately, Dr. Hutcherson lived his life to please an audience of One, his Savior, Jesus Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Ken Hutcherson was born a week after his mother's 15th birthday in rural Alabama. While growing up in an environment of deep racism, of which he experienced hatred firsthand, Ken developed his own disdain toward others. Fortunately, as a young man, he was able to take his anger out on the football field. On today's edition of Family Talk, the late pastor of Antioch Bible Church shares how God inspired him to use the Bible as his real life playbook, and how it motivated him to take bold stands against injustice, abortion, and homosexuality. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Ken Hutcherson was born a week after his mother's 15th birthday in rural Alabama. While growing up in an environment of deep racism, of which he experienced hatred firsthand, Ken developed his own disdain toward others. Fortunately, as a young man, he was able to take his anger out on the football field. On today's edition of Family Talk, the late pastor of Antioch Bible Church shares how God inspired him to use the Bible as his real life playbook, and how it motivated him to take bold stands against injustice, abortion, and homosexuality. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
How do you respond to a child who's doing everything you taught him or her not to do? According to Pastor Jentezen Franklin, the answer is in love! On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his encouraging conversation with Pastor Franklin about some of his life experiences using unconditional love. Jentezen openly shares his personal journey with his daughter, which partly contributed as the basis for his book entitled, Love Like You've Never Been Hurt: Hope, Healing and the Power of an Open Heart. Hear more of Pastor Jentezen's inspirational story about God's love that never fails. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
How do you respond to a child who's doing everything you taught him or her not to do? According to Pastor Jentezen Franklin, the answer is in love! On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his encouraging conversation with Pastor Franklin about some of his life experiences using unconditional love. Jentezen openly shares his personal journey with his daughter, which partly contributed as the basis for his book entitled, Love Like You've Never Been Hurt: Hope, Healing and the Power of an Open Heart. Hear more of Pastor Jentezen's inspirational story about God's love that never fails. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, you'll hear a heartfelt discussion between Dr. James Dobson and pastor and author, Jentezen Franklin. They reminisce over their upbringings as preacher's kids, and what a powerful impact that had on their lives. Jentezen explains his awe for how the Lord can take ordinary people and use them for His glory. You'll be blessed by this time of sharing as Dr. Dobson and Pastor Jentezen reveal the gifts of transformation, grace, and mercy they have experienced by our Father in Heaven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, you'll hear a heartfelt discussion between Dr. James Dobson and pastor and author, Jentezen Franklin. They reminisce over their upbringings as preacher's kids, and what a powerful impact that had on their lives. Jentezen explains his awe for how the Lord can take ordinary people and use them for His glory. You'll be blessed by this time of sharing as Dr. Dobson and Pastor Jentezen reveal the gifts of transformation, grace, and mercy they have experienced by our Father in Heaven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
No one wants to experience great loss or tragedy. Instead of trusting God when heartbreak comes, we often question why He is allowing our suffering. Today's edition of Family Talk will address that pain through a conversation between Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Pastor Lon Solomon. James 1:2-4 says, Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. We pray that you will experience the peace only Jesus can bring as Pastor Solomon reminds us that suffering has a redeeming purpose in God's plan for our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
No one wants to experience great loss or tragedy. Instead of trusting God when heartbreak comes, we often question why He is allowing our suffering. Today's edition of Family Talk will address that pain through a conversation between Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Pastor Lon Solomon. James 1:2-4 says, Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. We pray that you will experience the peace only Jesus can bring as Pastor Solomon reminds us that suffering has a redeeming purpose in God's plan for our lives. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
As Christians living in this modern culture, we must be bold and refuse to keep our beliefs silent. On this classic Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson sits down with law professor and radio journalist, Hugh Hewitt. Professor Hewitt talks about his book, The Embarrassed Believer, and why so many Christ followers are afraid to live out or share their faith publicly. Romans 12:2 says, Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
As Christians living in this modern culture, we must be bold and refuse to keep our beliefs silent. On this classic Family Talk broadcast, Dr. Dobson sits down with law professor and radio journalist, Hugh Hewitt. Professor Hewitt talks about his book, The Embarrassed Believer, and why so many Christ followers are afraid to live out or share their faith publicly. Romans 12:2 says, Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his inspiring conversation with Victor Marx and his wife, Eileen, co-founders of All Things Possible Ministries. According to Victor, the world needs men to answer the call to be filled with God's spirit and be willing to fight mightily against the kingdom of darkness, and to be more like Jesus, who is the greatest example of the dangerous gentleman! Proverbs 3:25-26 says, Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his inspiring conversation with Victor Marx and his wife, Eileen, co-founders of All Things Possible Ministries. According to Victor, the world needs men to answer the call to be filled with God's spirit and be willing to fight mightily against the kingdom of darkness, and to be more like Jesus, who is the greatest example of the dangerous gentleman! Proverbs 3:25-26 says, Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
According to Victor Marx, co-founder of All Things Possible Ministries, the biggest threat to America is not terrorism, it's the lack of fathers. On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with Victor about his latest book, The Dangerous Gentleman. They also discuss the trauma Victor faced as a young boy, and how growing up without a loving father figure affected his life. You'll hear unbelievable stories of redemption, rescue and resilience that only the Lord could orchestrate. Matthew 19:26 says, With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible. Hear more of all that the Lord has done through Victor and his wife, Eileen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his spirit-led discussion with Chaplain Barry Black, author of Make Your Voice Heard in Heaven. They emphasize that we must humble ourselves, repent, and then we can enter God's throne room with our requests. Discover more as Chaplain Black reminds us, people who make their voices heard in Heaven are the most influential people on the planet! They can move the arm of God! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
According to U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black, prayer is the only thing that people of faith are instructed in Scripture to do constantly. The Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:17 to pray continually. Today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with Rev. Black, author of Make Your Voice Heard in Heaven: How to Pray with Power, about the access we have to God through prayer and the unfathomable love our Creator has for each one of His children. Chaplain Black explains that prayer is the breath of the soul. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1091/29
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