I first learned about Dr. Dobson in the early-to-mid ’90s. I listened to his FOTF broadcast daily for decades. Then I listened to him on Family Talk. I give him credit for re-fathering me and helping me to realize why I grew up an angry boy and had behaviors that I could not shake. God used Dr. Dobson in powerful ways to heal me, mature my faith in Christ, and much more! I am one of millions that Dr. Dobson blessed mightily. I will miss him, and I look forward to seeing him in Heaven. God bless his family during this time of such sorrow.

Robert

Dr. James Dobson spearheaded a movement to maintain the truths of the Bible as our world crumbled within and around us. Against all odds, we are still married today (43 yrs.) because of his books, broadcasts, Adventures in Odyssey’s family modeling, & his fatherly fortitude on the issues of our day. Our own five grown sons now express courage to be standard-bearers for family, faith, freedom, & truth in their own lives. Dr. Dobson’s influence on our lives through his ministry at Focus on the Family & his books certainly have contributed to that effect. There is no end to the power of a force for good resulting from one simple man’s example of a surrendered life! Thank you sincerely to the family, who most certainly sacrificed much to release such a great man to his destiny. We pray for the peace and comfort of Christ for you in this deep, earthly loss.

Ca

It is with a grateful heart that I write this personal tribute to Dr. James Dobson. I am one of the thousands of people he led into a greater understanding of who we are as Christians, parents, friends, and members of a greater community. In 1984 and 1986, as answers to prayer, we had two beautiful daughters, truly gifts from the Lord. For all of our 45 years of marriage, we have been blessed by the selfless obedience of Dr. Dobson. His insights and encouragement, the speakers we were able to hear, and the books made available through his ministry gave us the tools we needed to be better parents. Dr. Dobson’s ministry to our family has continued as we and our grandchildren read Clubhouse, Jr., Clubhouse, Brio magazines, as well as Adventures in Odyssey, and we enjoy Family Talk. Your free telephone counseling center and referrals were a source of encouragement, and I have personally received advice that helped. You need to know that those miracle daughters were smart, yet highly strong-willed, prodigals for over 10 years. But God always has plans, and we learned to trust Him. Our daughters have returned to Christ, and it is because of your ministries that we were able to get insight into how to speak to them, how to love them, and how to pray for them – and even how to have “tough love.” I have learned and grown as a wife, mother, leader, and, most importantly, a Christian because of the ministry and the faith of Dr. Dobson. I believe Dr. Dobson will go down in history as one of the greatest and humblest Christian leaders of his generation and probably those following. He surely caused my husband and me to become aware of our civic obligation to be witnesses of Christ wherever we are. We are very grateful to his family for their integral part in his ministry. May the God of all comfort be with you now, and also as you continue this vital ministry to the glory of God alone. In the love of Christ, Phyllis and Thomas Jones

Phyllis

Listening to Dr. James Dobson’s voice in his early radio broadcasts influenced me and were a lifeline after coming to the Lord as a college student in 1976. Becoming a stay-at-home mom by the mid ‘80s, I looked forward to listening to his programs and bought many of his wise books – on marriage, Christian life, and parenting – which supported and helped me and our family immensely. I’m so thankful for Dr. Dobson’s influence, and I know the Lord greeted him lovingly with open arms. Shirley, Danae, Ryan, and all others who loved him, you will be in my prayers.

Diane