“Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.” – 2 Corinthians 5:8
There are very few lives that have had such a widespread impact on an entire nation, with lasting influence, through their words, actions, and life, the way Dr. James Dobson has had on America. He was a once-in-a-lifetime leader, a giant in the faith, a champion for family, a courageous visionary, and a lion who stood unapologetically for Biblical truth in the public square.
Days ago, Dr. Dobson, at age 89, after decades of faithful, fruitful, and courageous ministry work, passed away and is now at home in the presence of our Lord. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley, as well as their two children, a daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren, whom he loved all deeply.
Dr. Dobson founded influential ministry organizations, which include Focus on the Family, the Family Policy Alliance, and played an integral part in the start of the Family Research Council. Due to his vision of creating independent state family policy councils, he played a vitally important role in the founding of The Family Foundation here in Kentucky.
Through his bold, courageous, strong, and Biblically faithful prophetic voice and leadership, Dr. Dobson lived his life publicly showing an entire generation what it means for believers in the Lord to be the “salt and light” Jesus Christ commanded us to be. Dr. Dobson is a hero of the faith, and make no mistake about it, his legacy of family ministry will continue to live on for generations to come.
LET US PRAY…
Father, we thank You for the life, ministry, and legacy of Dr. Dobson and the lasting impact his life will have for generations to come. Lord, we thank You for the role model that Dr. Dobson was and for his public portrayal of what it means to be the “salt and light” that our Lord has called us to be in our culture. Father, may we strive to have an impact on our society for You with the same fervor that Dr. Dobson had. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
