Dr. James Dobson's Family Talk

On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Matthew Maher, a former college soccer star whose drunk driving collision claimed an innocent man’s life. Matthew shares his raw, redemptive journey from devastating guilt to unexpected forgiveness, and how his mother’s simple words became the title of his book, U May B the Only Bible Somebody Reads. Don’t miss this powerful testimony!

God’s plan for your life is bigger than your greatest suffering. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh continues his inspiring conversation with Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright about their book, God Won’t Leave You There. They share how Joseph’s story in the Bible teaches us to trust God’s faithfulness through long seasons of hardship, and how to pass that legacy of faith to the next generation.

When life’s hardships leave you feeling lost and forgotten, God is still at work. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh welcomes Anne Graham Lotz and her daughter, Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright, to discuss their new book, God Won’t Leave You There. Through personal heartbreak and health crises, they share how Joseph’s story in the Bible reveals that God never wastes our sufferings.

A loss can shatter us, but faith sustains us through life’s darkest valleys. On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson shares a powerful testimony from the late Dale Evans Rogers about walking through unimaginable grief. She reflects on losing three of her children, and discovering that God’s presence carries us when we cannot stand on our own.

Stu Epperson Jr., evangelical leader and founder of The Truth Network, and author of The Last Words of Jesus, explores the seven final sayings of Christ. They examine compassion at the cross and why last words matter. Conversations cover grief, the legitimacy of asking God why, the cry I thirst, and the meaning of It is finished.

Stu Epperson Jr., author and radio broadcaster who founded The Truth Network, joins to unpack his book The Last Words of Jesus. They explore Jesus’ prayers from the cross, His plea for forgiveness, shared human responsibility for His death, the contrast between the two criminals, and His care for Mary. Short, thoughtful reflections set up a continuation in a follow-up installment.

The last words of a dying man carry extraordinary weight—but what about the last words of God’s own Son? On today’s edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson welcomes Stu Epperson, Jr., founder of Truth Network, to discuss his book, The Last Words of Jesus. Together, they explore the profound meaning behind Christ’s seven final sayings on the cross, and what they reveal about faith, suffering, and redemption.

Reverend Dr. Darrell Jones, president of the Stanley M. Herzog Charitable Foundation and pastor focused on Christian education and outreach. He discusses the Freedom Tour 250 and the USA 250 essay partnership. He explains the ambassador program, vetting and nationwide placements. He talks about American Dream events and why he is optimistic about a youth revival in faith and civic life.

Dr. Darrell Jones, pastor and Herzog Foundation leader advancing Christ-centered K-12 education. He discusses the foundation's $350M mission, the rise of micro schools and school choice, tools like Schoolbox that launch faith-based schools, and programs such as the Freedom Tour 250 and Read Lion informing Christian families.

Dana Wichterman, international development and impact investing pro, and Bill Wichterman, attorney and former presidential adviser, co-authors on stewarding money for faith. They share stories of radical generosity and kingdom-aligned investing. They discuss balancing saving versus hoarding, faith-based investment screens, and using for-profit solutions to fight poverty.