Daniela
I first met Dr. Dobson on Focus on the Family following my conversion to Christ in my 20s and he fed my desire to reach my children for Him before THEIR 20s! I tuned in to garner wisdom on my marriage, raising my children, being outspoken about being an advocate for the family and faith. I read not only Dr. Dobson’s books, (especially the Strong Willed Child!) and also read the books of his frequent guests, being the wiser for having spent time in them. I cry as I hear of Dr. Dobson leaving us, as I considered him a friend and mentor though we never met. I sing praises to Jesus that Dr. Dobson is HOME!
Linda
I thank you Dr. Dobson and your beloved Shirley, for your broadcasts in the 1980s. “Focus on the Family” was my daily lifeline of encouragement and hope as a wife and mom. “Adventures in Odyssey” was the best! “May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.”
Jan
As I grew up on the family farm, I had the privilege and honor to listen to Dr. James Dobson on the radio in the cow barn as we milked and fed cows on a daily basis. Dr. Dobson was someone I grew to respect and love. I have many of his books in my home library as references that I used to prepare myself for marriage, parenting, and family life. Dr. Dobson was right in his understanding that Biblical marriage between one man and one woman for life and the nuclear family unit is the basic building block of all of human society. Our modern society is plagued with many social ills because of our loss of focus on the Lord and His holy word as well as a lack of understanding of created order. Dr. Dobson was a light in a darkening world and has and will inspire many others not only to grow up, but to step up to be the godly Christian men and woman God intended them to be having a positive impact for God and His kingdom for generations to come. I want to express my condolences to Shirley, Ryan, Laura, Danae and the rest of the family in there loss of husband, father, and friend, but also to re-assure them of God’s love and faithfulness through Christ and His ability to preserve us in both life and death. Once again you all have my deepest sympathy in your time of loss, but also the hope in the promises we have in God through Christ. He is faithful.
John
When I was a new Christian I tuned in daily at 12:30 to listen to Dr. Dobson on Focus on the Family. It was a half hour loaded with lots of practical counsel for my wife and I as we raised our two sons in a nation that was quickly abandoning it’s Judeo Christian foundation. I am so grateful to the Lord for raising up such a godly man during our country’s (Canada) turbulent times and I pray the Lord will raise up more men like Dr. Dobson, with courage in their Christian convictions. My condolences to Mrs. Dobson and their family.
Dave
Dr. Dobson’s ‘action, not anger’ teaching, reminding me to implement the action plan sooner to not become angry, was so helpful. Listening to the radio broadcasts of Focus on the Family calmed me, normalized challenges, and helped me know I could do it. I am so grateful for his courage. I’m thankful that he worked so hard for our gain.
Fiona
I loved hearing his voice on the radio. He was like a second father, and he was full of compassion. I took comfort in listening to him. He will be greatly missed. I wish I could have had him for a counselor.
Matthew
I became a Christian at age 13 and soon after started reading materials by Dr. Dobson and listening to Focus on the Family. In 1983, the year I graduated high school, I started a lifelong habit of listening to Christian talk radio as I yearned for a father figure like Dr. Dobson. He was always faithful and had such a calm demeanor. Since then, I married my college sweetheart and we had two amazing children. We homeschooled them and are now preparing to homeschool our granddaughter. The gospel-infused content has impacted three generations of our family here in Kentucky. Thank you, Dr. Dobson, for inspiring me, educating me, giving me hope, and pointing me to the saving grace of Jesus.
Heather
I lost my father when I was 17 and shortly afterwards gave my heart to Jesus. I listened to Dr. James Dobson from that time on until today in my Christian walk. He has been my hero and mentor to whom I am eternally grateful. Thank you for your influence in mine and millions of others lives. You’re a good and faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Jon
Dr. Dobson was a wonderful man of God. I’ve listened to him for years. When I was in CO, it was a thrill to find the Focus on the Family campus. Although everything was closed when I was there, I drove around and felt like something wonderful was taking place on those grounds. Thank you Jim and Shirley for years of service to others in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. See you in Heaven!
Shelley