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Aug 22

47 m

In His Own Words: Dr. James Dobson

About this episode

He was a force of nature. His voice was unmistakable. His counsel about family issues was both biblical and practical. With the passing of Dr. James Dobson on August 21, 2025, you'll hear a conversation we had a few years ago when we talked about his radio programs, his films and books. Don't miss Dr. James Dobson in his own words on Chris Fabry Live.

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