Dr. James Dobson, evangelist, psychologist, advocate for conventional household values, and founding father of Give attention to the Household handed away this morning after a quick sickness. He was 89.
James Dobson was an advisor to 5 presidents, a radio corridor of fame broadcaster, and a brave Evangelical Christian who took fireplace for years from the indignant and cruel American left.
Dr. James Dobson org released a statement this morning.
“Dr. Dobson was a pioneer—a person of deep conviction whose voice formed the way in which generations view religion, household and tradition,” mentioned Gary Bauer, Senior Vice President of Public Coverage on the Dr. James Dobson Household Institute. “His daring management, integrity, and compassion helped equip numerous households to thrive in a world of shifting values. He was a mentor, a counselor, and a gradual voice of reality in turbulent occasions.”
Born in 1936 in Shreveport, Louisiana, Dr. Dobson based Give attention to the Household in 1977, creating one of many largest faith-based organizations on this planet. His each day broadcasts have been heard on over 4,000 radio stations throughout North America and translated into 27 languages in additional than 160 nations. Following his departure from Give attention to the Household in 2010, Dr. Dobson launched the Dr. James Dobson Household Institute (JDFI), persevering with his mission by way of Household Speak, a nationally syndicated radio broadcast providing timeless counsel for in the present day’s households.
Dr. Dobson authored greater than 70 books devoted to the preservation of the household, together with The New Dare to Self-discipline, The New Robust-Willed Little one, Bringing Up Boys, Bringing Up Women, and When God Doesn’t Make Sense, which stay staples in Christian properties in the present day. His management prolonged past media and publishing as he suggested a number of U.S. administrations on household coverage, juvenile justice, and youngster welfare.
Notable religion leaders and Christian organizations posted tributes to Dr. Dobson following information of his demise.
Dr. Dobson Household Institute–
In the present day, we share the information of the passing of our beloved founder, Dr. James C. Dobson. He went house to be with the Lord peacefully, following a quick sickness.
Dr. Dobson’s unwavering religion and tireless devotion to the household formed generations. pic.twitter.com/DKzaOVsEJS
— Dr. James Dobson Household Institute (@DrJamesDobsonFT) August 21, 2025
Eric Metaxas–
It has been one of many nice honors of my life to know Dr. James Dobson. What a hero! He was not afraid to deliver his religion into the general public sphere for God’s functions. He has completed the race — to God’s glory! Hallelujah! Might all of us observe in his footsteps. Reward the LORD! pic.twitter.com/4K7G7nD93N
— Eric Metaxas (@ericmetaxas) August 21, 2025
Dr. Robert Jeffress
Might God bless endlessly my good friend and one of many best Christian leaders of all time, Dr. James Dobson. “Properly accomplished, good and trustworthy servant!” pic.twitter.com/MHjj7n3BvS
— Dr. Robert Jeffress (@robertjeffress) August 21, 2025
Dr. Alveda King–
Dr. James Dobson, founding father of Give attention to the Household, made a long-lasting influence on the world. A person of religion, conviction, and braveness—he completed the race nicely. ️
His legacy of defending household and religion will proceed to encourage generations.#JamesDobson #FocusOnTheFamily… pic.twitter.com/UkomDty2PI
— Alveda C. King, Ph.D. (@AlvedaCKing) August 21, 2025
Ed Martin–
A really nice man. So sort. God blessed us with him.
And Dr. Dobson is with Him now.
God be praised! https://t.co/fG00qNZGrl— Eagle Ed Martin (@EagleEdMartin) August 21, 2025
Right here is Dr. Dobson sharing his ideas on President Donald Trump again in six years in the past.
