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“They Did Not Honor Him as God, or Give Thanks”
November 25, 2009
October 13, 2009
How to Think about Reproductive Services as a Christian
The joy of having children is something sought after by all kinds of people, specifically for Christians who understand the gift children are from the Lord. When pregnancy becomes difficult, how should Christians think about reproductive issues? On today’s program, Dr. Mohler addresses the dangers of disguised abortion, when doctors promote “selective reduction” to deal…
September 14, 2009
The Shock of Too Much Nurturing
Good parenting involves genuinely loving your child. But what happens when loving a little one turns into an obsession, putting the child first in every circumstance and neglecting necessary discipline? Is it possible to love your child too much? On today’s show, Dr. Mohler discusses trends in parenting with his guest, Po Bronson, author of…
A Christian Vision of Marriage and Family
July 6, 2009
“For the first time in its history, Western civilization is confronted with the need to define the meaning of the terms ‘marriage’ and ‘family.’” So states author Andreas J. Kostenberger who, with the assistance of David W. Jones has written God, Marriage, and Family: Rebuilding the Biblical Foundation.
Special “Focus on the Family” Broadcast
March 3, 2009
The announcement that Dr. James C. Dobson has stepped down from his role as Chairman of the Board of Directors at Focus on the Family has received considerable media attention — as should be expected. After all, transitions of this magnitude are newsworthy. Dr. Dobson has been in transition for the last six years. In 2003 a new President/CEO position was established in order to free Dr. Dobson from administrative responsibilities. This new step frees him from board responsibilities as well. The same is true for Mrs. Dobson (Shirley) who also stepped down from the board.
January 23, 2009
Encouraging the Blessing of Children
Do Christians view children and families as a blessing from the Lord? Or have we, like the culture around us, bought into the idea that children are just another ‘lifestyle option’ for married couples? On today’s program, guest host Russell Moore welcomes Steve Watters to the program. Steve and Candice Watters are the authors of…
Faith Equals Fertility?
December 17, 2008
A growing number of researchers and observers are beginning to take note of a huge demographic reality — those who take belief in God most seriously tend to have more babies. For many years, the conventional wisdom has held that demography determines destiny. Well, now it appears that theology determines demography.
December 16, 2008
Connecting Faith and Fertility
Why would it be that conservative believers tend to have more children? Does faith correlate with fertility? As Anthony Gottlieb notes in the most recent issue of Intelligent Life, data seems to draw a clear connection between the two. On today’s program, Dr. Mohler looks at the issue and proposes some explanations.
November 20, 2008
Transracial Adoption and the Gospel of Jesus Christ
November 7, 2008
Christian Families, Television, and Sex
A new study by the RAND Corporation draws a scientific link between sexual content on television and teenage sexual behavior. On today’s program, Dr. Mohler looks at the study and points to the responsibility of Christian families to exercise tremendous discernment and judgment as “media consumers.”
October 28, 2008
