Who is James Dobson?

Who is James Dobson?

Dr. James C. Dobson [pictured below] is one of the most influential spokespersons in the evangelical spectrum of Christianity. Millions of Christians have listened to his daily Focus on the Family broadcast, and over fifty million people have viewed his Focus on the Family film series.

Why is Dobson’s dare to discipline so popular?

Dobson quickly endeared himself to mothers and fathers all over the nation. Dare to Discipline gave Christian parents the courage to discipline with spanking. It gave them a psychological rationale for a biblical method of child training. Dr. Dobson’s teaching also presents a strong emotional appeal to women.

How does Dobson’s teaching appeal to women?

Dr. Dobson’s teaching also presents a strong emotional appeal to women. He encourages mothers who elect to stay at home with their young children instead of being pressured to have another career.

Does Dobson ministry do any good?

We don’t deny that Dobson has done much good, but that a ministry does some good is no excuse for ignoring the error it promotes. We must remember that the great error with New Evangelicalism is not so much what it DOES preach, but what it DOES NOT preach.