How does a marriage shift from being child-focused to partner-focused, and how does communication change when the children leave home? In what ways can you keep fun and friendship in your relationship? On today's classic edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and guests, Dave and Claudia Arp, continue their discussion about the challenges couples face after their kids have flown the coop.

When the last child leaves home, a new phase of marriage begins. But many couples struggle to adjust to this different and often sad time in their lives together. In a classic broadcast today on Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson interviews Dave and Claudia Arp, to discuss eight challenges couples face in the "empty-nesters" stage.

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and Gary Bauer conclude their encouraging discussion about the outcome of the presidential election. They also discuss how the incoming administration’s policies will change the trajectory of our nation. 2 Chronicles 7:14 says, “If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

According to social researcher Dr. George Barna, 72 percent of Christians voted in this year’s election. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson and his guest, Gary Bauer, discuss Donald Trump’s historic win, and how Christians stepped up to promote righteousness in the public square.

Brandon 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.”

Brandon 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.”

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.”

Brandon and Dr. Dobson also expound on the emotional and mental toll the military has on the men and women who serve, which ultimately led Brandon to create a non-profit organization called The Warfighter’s Mission.

Dr. James Dobson talks with Brandon about his desire to fight for his country, his experience being deployed overseas, and how the Lord began drawing his heart to His.

Sara Hagerty shares how the limitations that we often see as obstacles in our life can be used by God to develop greater intimacy with Him.

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 the courage she had to speak out for the cause of Christ.

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 the courage she had to speak out for the cause of Christ.

Across our nation today, ballots will be cast to determine the 47th President of the United States. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Kirk Cameron asks the question, “What if this current cultural setback is really a divine set up for a spiritual comeback led by the family of faith?” He encourages Christians to stay in the fight for righteousness, but also reminds us that change begins in our homes, not the White House. 1 Thessalonians 5:7 says, “Pray without ceasing.” Join us in prayer as...

On today’s edition Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson stresses the importance of Christians casting their vote for the upcoming presidential election, not based on personality, but on biblical values. In addition, the Hon. Michele Bachmann, a former congresswoman and presidential candidate, urges Christians to be aware of the weight their vote has on this election. 2 Chronicles 7:14 declares, “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from...

Proverbs 27:17 declares, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson sits down with his dear friend, renowned gospel singer, Bill Gaither, to reminisce on their nearly half-century long friendship. You will delight in hearing these two godly men celebrate their fellowship through Scripture, song, and laughter.

1 Corinthians 16:13 declares, “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, with the election just a short time away, author Eric Metaxas implores Christians not to remain silent in the public square, especially when it comes to biblical issues. Noting the thousands of pastors who chose to remain neutral in Nazi Germany, Eric implores the Church to stand up to the face of evil today, lest we lose the country and freedoms that we hold...

Did you know that according to renowned social researcher, George Barna, 32 million Christians are projected to abstain from voting in this upcoming presidential election? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Charlie Kirk, the founder and president of Turning Point USA, points out how the Church has been largely silent on political issues. He also challenges Christians to take a stand in this election, otherwise “the lasting legacy of the American church will be the destruction of this country.”

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...

Psalm 23:4 declares, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his conversation with Cathe Laurie, author of the book, As I See It. Cathe opens up about her son Christopher's sudden death in a car accident years prior, and how her family continued to trust the Lord through their pain.

What are the keys to a successful marriage? How can couples stay faithful to each other and remain happy for 50 or 60 years? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson talks with author Cathe Laurie, the wife of Pastor Greg Laurie. Dr. Dobson and Cathe discuss her role as women’s director at Harvest Christian Fellowship, and her book, As I See It. Genesis 2:24 says, “That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh.”

According to Dr. Del Tackett, “Just having a worldview is not sufficient because God calls us to be stewards in this world that He has placed us in, and that means we have to be engaged with the world around us.” On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. Tackett encourages listeners that now is not the time to be passive when it comes to the issues at stake in the public square, and we must stand firm on God’s Word in all matters. Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous....

Returning on today's edition of Family Talk, is Dr. William Lile, a Christian obstetrician and gynecologist, documents 2,500 successful abortion pill reversals through AbortionPillReversal.com. Each baby saved is a precious victory against the abortion industry. Dr. Lile explains that those who support abortion are clearly going against the Lord’s design. Not surprisingly, they're attacking the babies created in the very image of God. Psalm 139:13-14 says, “For you created my inmost...

On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. William Lile, a Christian obstetrician and gynecologist, documents 2,500 successful abortion pill reversals through AbortionPillReversal.com. Each baby saved is a precious victory against the abortion industry. Dr. Lile explains that those who support abortion are clearly going against the Lord’s design. Not surprisingly, they're attacking the babies created in the very image of God. Psalm 139:13-14 says, “For you created my inmost being; you knit me...

Parenting has never been for the faint at heart, but in our society today, moms and dads face a whole new set of hurdles that can seem insurmountable. On today’s edition of Family Talk, we’ll hear from Kirk Cameron, who is an evangelist, speaker, and actor, about specific challenges parents are experiencing across our country. Kirk boldly proclaims that we have allowed the root of Christianity to be severed and, “if we don’t repair it, nourish it back to health, the fruit will shrivel and the...