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Honoring Dr. James Dobson: Champion of Family Values
Faith Facts
- Dr. James Dobson powerfully shaped American Christian conservatism through biblical parenting advice and outspoken support for traditional family values.
- He founded Focus on the Family and the Family Research Council, influencing both culture and politics from a faith-driven perspective.
- Dobson’s legacy lives on as a courageous defender of life, marriage, and biblical truth in the public square.
Dr. James Dobson, a pillar of the Religious Right, passed away at 89 after a lifetime dedicated to lifting families through faith-centered guidance. Through both his early teachings and later political engagement, Dobson left an enduring mark on Christian America.
Born during the Great Depression to a family of traveling evangelists, Dobson overcame a rebellious youth thanks to his parents’ commitment to raising their child in the ways of the Lord. After training as a child psychologist, he authored ‘Dare to Discipline’ in 1970, calling parents to exercise loving authority shaped by Scripture.
His firm stance on discipline countered the permissive parenting trends of his era, always teaching that paddling should never harm but instead lovingly establish godly boundaries. This biblical approach became the cornerstone of his widespread influence.
Dobson’s ministry expanded through his Focus on the Family broadcasts and resources that reached millions.
They reinforced the sanctity of life, the biblical definition of marriage, and the importance of strong families.
Unwavering in his convictions, Dobson urged Christians to resist societal tides undermining biblical truth, strongly opposing abortion, gender redefinition, and attacks on religious liberty. His involvement in founding advocacy groups and advising presidents exemplified godly stewardship in the public arena.
“Do we as Christians need to be liked so badly that we choose to remain silent in response to the killing of babies, the spreading of homosexual propaganda to our children, the distribution of condoms and immoral advice to our teenagers, and the undermining of marriage as an institution? Would Jesus have ignored these wicked activities?”
Dobson was praised by Franklin Graham as a defender of the family and by Albert Mohler as a difference-maker in politics and a faithful friend, echoing the deep impact he had on generations of believers.
The Alliance Defending Freedom recognized him as a mighty voice for truth and a servant of Christ whose influence will continue through those he inspired and equipped.
Dr. James Dobson’s life stands as a testimony to the power of living out Christian convictions. Let us continue his legacy by boldly championing faith, family, and freedom in our homes and nation.
Faith Facts
- “Say A Prayer”: Debut collaboration with country star Thomas Rhett.
- “Wait For Me”: Co-written track featuring Ben Fuller, impacting Christian radio.
- “If God Lives Here”: New studio recording plus live version from Red Rocks Amphitheater.
Two-time GRAMMY winner Zach Williams released the deluxe edition of his deeply personal album Jesus Loves on March 6, 2026.
This expanded project blends Southern rock, country, and powerful faith-based lyrics, inviting misfits, church kids, and prodigals to embrace God’s unconditional love.
These tracks join hits like the title song “Jesus Loves,” “Killed A Man,” “Hated,” and “Church Kids” with CAIN.
“I’ve always believed in writing songs for real people who are going through real things,”
Williams said.
“This album is an invitation for the misfits, the church kids, and the prodigals and is a reminder that no matter your story, you’re already loved.”
Williams gears up for the “All The Hits Tour” with Third Day, sharing gospel truths across America amid his 1.5 billion streams and Platinum singles.
Stream the deluxe Jesus Loves today, letting its Biblical message strengthen your faith and family.
Faith Facts
- Ryan Gosling produced family-friendly sci-fi to enjoy with his wife Eva Mendes and daughters.
- Film highlights sacrifice mirroring John 15:13, fostering courage over fear.
- Rejects dystopian gloom, celebrates God-given human ingenuity and cooperation.
Ryan Gosling stars as Ryland Grace in Project Hail Mary, a film he produced for his family’s enjoyment amid scarce wholesome entertainment.
“[My wife] Eva and I look for films that we can go to with our whole family, and we find it hard to find.”
The story follows Grace, a science teacher awakening on a spaceship to save Earth from a solar threat, bonding with alien Rocky in sacrificial friendship.
This reflects greater love in John 15:13:
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
“There’s something thematically that you want to show your kids,”
Gosling said, praising its shift from panic to problem-solving.
Gosling connects Grace’s terror and resilience to fatherhood, urging curiosity over anxiety in uncertain times.
“The future is not to be feared. It’s something to figure out.”
Embrace stories uplifting faith, family, and freedom—share Project Hail Mary‘s hopeful message with loved ones today.
Faith Facts
- Closes loopholes banning adults pretending to be children in pornographic material.
- Requires platforms to verify age and consent, granting depicted women right to withdraw consent anytime.
- Prohibits incest, step-incest content and ‘nudification’ apps to protect vulnerable.
Christian think tank CARE hails House of Lords votes imposing safeguards on online pornography, long unchecked unlike BBFC-regulated terrestrial content.
These reforms uphold Biblical standards by banning exploitative material that humiliates women and depicts illegal acts.
Caroline Ansell, CARE’s director of advocacy and policy, said
“It marks an important moment in the fight to bring basic standards, safeguards and accountability to an online porn industry that has operated in the shadows for too long.”
“We warmly welcome the amendments passed, each of them will better protect women, children, and anyone at risk of harm,” she said.
The government’s Online Safety Act advances family protections against youth porn access, while vigilance remains for free speech.
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