There are not enough words to express my appreciation for Dr. James Dobson and his ministry. His books, Focus on the Family magazines, and radio messages provided much-needed guidance when I was raising my children. We loved the age-appropriate movies and magazines too. Since the inception of the radio programs and podcasts of Family Talk, I continue to learn and value the information from Dr. Dobson‘s messages and interviews, and those of his associates, even during these grandparenting years. My deepest appreciation, prayers, and condolences to Shirley and family. Dr. Dobson will be sorely missed. May God continue to bless the ministry of Family Talk.

JANET E

There is so much I could say about James Dobson, and how his broadcast helped me get through life. I feel such a loss at his departure to heaven, yet oh what a celebration there must have been when that precious man was welcomed into the arms of Jesus! After getting married at 24, my husband and I accepted the Lord on the same day. This, of course, was God‘s plan, because a couple months later I found out I was pregnant with our first child. I had a wonderful neighbor down the road who was also a young Christian. She introduced me to Focus on the Family with James Dobson. At 10 o’clock every morning, I sat in front of the radio and listened to Focus as Dr. Dobson helped me learn to be a mom, a wife and, most of all, a Christian. Our new baby was born with a severe birth defect. We spent more days than I can count in the hospital, me taking the day shift, my husband taking the nights. I don’t believe I would’ve made it through those years without the steady voice of Dr. Dobson, every day, reassuring me that, indeed, I would get through this with the help of God! The years to follow were filled with advice passed along to me and my husband through the wise words of James Dobson. I can honestly say he taught us to be more like Christ every day. Dr. Dobson was a blessing to so many people; he will be greatly missed! I’m looking forward to meeting him in heaven one day! Peg

Peggy

I remember being a young mother, overwhelmed and tired from swimming against the cultural current. It was the early 1980s, and the mantra was that staying at home to raise your children was oppressive or ignorant or both. I can still hear Dr. Dobson‘s voice on that radio program saying, “Moms, you are doing THE most important job in the universe.” I knew it was true, and it gave me a renewed passion to dedicate every day to raising my blessings for God’s glory. I have shared his words with countless “moms in the trenches” over the decades. Only eternity will reveal the impact of each mother’s years of self-sacrifice. Motherhood is a high calling. I never doubted it, but having Dr. Dobson affirm it was life-giving encouragement. Now, another generation is stepping up to embrace this holy assignment, and I am forever grateful!

Deb

I began listening to Dr. Dobson on the radio in the ’80s when he was with FOF. I, too, at that time, started “carrying the cross” for life and have never stopped. How could I not? I was still in those early days thinking about marriage, so listening to him and his advice to couples, families, and singles resonated with me because I realized that’s the type of marriage I would want, and how I would like to raise my children. I did not marry; however, all that wisdom and encouragement to trust Scripture stayed with me in all my relationships and carrying and mentoring the younger generation. I’ve volunteered for a pregnancy resource center ever since. I love children and will never stop praying for them because of their vulnerability in this world. But, especially, I tell them about Jesus being the best they could ever have as a friend and God as Father! Thank you to Dr. Dobson for his heart for families, children, couples, and for us singles! I really look forward to meeting him in Heaven!

Liz

The Lord has used the wisdom of Dr. James Dobson to help guide me into adulthood, beginning when I was a college student decades ago. I was reading one of his books. I thought, this is the philosophy with which I agree! I was an Elementary Education major. His writings were helpful as I began teaching and later as I became a wife and mother. Now, as the Lord has given me opportunities to help teach some of our grandchildren, my words of appreciation are far overdue. My prayers and deep appreciation are with Shirley and their beautiful family. May the LORD bless you all and comfort you greatly every day. You will be together again, and forever, because of Jesus Christ.

Sharon

I want to thank Dr.Dobson for his radio talk show many years ago when I was a preschool teacher. He had such a wonderful and thorough understanding of the young child that it became a ministry to me in my job with his many insights on how to work with my students. I also had books of his that my students’ parents could check out or that I would recommend for parents to check out to read. What a wonderfully marvelous ministry Dr.Dobson had in my life on behalf of all those young lives he understood and loved so well! Thank you, again, Dr.Dobson!

Sheryl

Words are insufficient. Dr. Dobson has been a stable source of wisdom and love as long as I can remember. His radio broadcasts shone light into my troubled childhood and teen years. My mom always listened to him and tried to apply his teaching in the midst of abuse, poverty, divorce, and blended family struggles. As a young adult, the broadcasts taught me how to be a stronger Christian and then led me to the FOTF Institute in the summer of 2003. This opportunity to be steeped in Dr. Dobson’s teaching and Christian worldview has colored my entire life since – with marriage, work, parenting, family, and societal involvement. Prior to this, I trusted no one and hadn’t a clue as to how and why to live life for Christ. Dr. Dobson’s vision, and the talented people he placed around him or hosted in broadcasts, showed me how to live a life for God and my family, to heal from the bondage and lies I grew up with, and so much more. He was the father/grandfather I always knew I could trust and call (e.g., the FOTF hotline) when I had a question or a friend needed guidance. His passing hurts greatly, but my praise to God is so great! God loved me through him, and he is blessing my family, life, and community daily through his books, broadcasts, and example. Thank you, Shirley, Ryan, and Danae, for your sacrifices in allowing him to be what God intended for so many others. Big hugs and so much gratitude!

Candi