What Is James Dobson’s Net Worth?
James Dobson, dubbed “the nation’s most influential evangelical leader,” is an American Christian leader, author, and founder of ”Family Talk” who has a net worth of $5 million. He is also a licensed psychologist in the State of California.
He was born on April 21, 1936, in Shreveport, Louisiana, USA, as James Clayton Dobson Jr., to Myrtle Georgia and James C. Dobson, Sr.
In 1967, Dobson earned his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California.
In 1970, he published his first book titled – ”Dare to Discipline.”
In 1975, Dr. Dobson published his second book, ”What wives wish their husbands knew about women.”
Focus on the Family
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In 1977, he founded Focus on the Family (FOTF), a Christian organization dedicated to helping families thrive. It is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Until 2003, he served as the sole leader of Focus on the Family.
In 1981, Dr. Dobson founded the Family Research Council with the mission ”to advance faith, family, and freedom in public policy and the culture from a Christian worldview.”
In 1982, he was chosen as Layman of the Year by the National Association of Evangelicals.
In 1984, he published another book entitled – ”Emotions Can You Trust Them.”
It was followed in 1986 by ”Temper Your Child’s Tantrums” and ”Dr. Dobson Answers Your Questions about Feelings and Self-Esteem.”
In 2008, he was inducted into The National Radio Hall of Fame.
In 2010, Dr. Dobson left Focus on the Family.
Family Talk
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In 2010, he founded Family Talk, a nonprofit organization that produces his radio program, Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk.
Donald Trump
In December 2019, he issued a response to ”Christianity Today’s” call to remove President Donald Trump.
”I have read a new editorial published by Christianity Today that promotes impeachment of President Donald Trump,” Dr. Dobson said. ”The editors didn’t tell us who should take his place in the aftermath.”
”While Christianity Today is making its case for impeachment, I hope the editors will now tell us who they support for the president among the Democrat field,” he added.
In June 2020, he interviewed Secretary Michael R. Pompeo.
Wife
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On August 26, 1960, James Dobson married Shirley Deere.
Starting in 1991, Mrs. Dobson has served as Chair of the National Day of Prayer Task Force. She was honored with the Christian Woman of the Year Award in 1992.
In 1988, Mrs. Dobson was invited to the White House by former President Ronald Reagan for a Christian Women’s Leadership Conference.
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“That’s been sort of a goal of my life to take care of her and to love her,” Dobson said about his wife. “It is something that every Christian husband should do to get.”
Children
The couple has two children together, Ryan and Danae.
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Quotes
”If you want your marriage to last a lifetime, you must set your jaw and clench your fists.”
”Raising children who have been loaned to us for a brief moment outranks every other responsibility.”
”Lord, by Your Spirit, make my mate and me aware of one another’s needs.”
”Despite that commitment, however, many women admit that raising boys has been a special challenge.”
”Lord, we are grateful we can share funny times with our kids.”
”An important component of “love must be tough” is that it is most successful in a crisis.”
”You don’t have to spend huge amounts of money to have a meaningful family life.”
”Few human emotions are as distressing and painful as feelings of guilt and personal disapproval.”
”Sooner or later, everybody hits a wall. We all do. it’s part of life.”
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Net Worth
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So, how much is James Dobson worth?
Dr. Dobson earned most of his wealth from leading Focus on the Family and from his radio show.
In addition, he served as an Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Southern California School of Medicine.
He’s the author of 36 books dedicated to the preservation of the family, including – Stories of Heart and Home, The New Strong-Willed Child, Love for a Lifetime Building a Marriage That Will Go the Distance, When God Doesn’t Make Sense, Temper Your Child’s Tantrums, and Emotions Can You Trust Them.
”I could write endlessly about the magnificence of human development,” Dr. Dobson said. He continued: ”In fact, I have been doing that since 1969 when I wrote a textbook for medical students.”
His first book (Dare to Discipline) has sold over 4.5 million copies.
On Amazon, Dr. James Dobson’s books have over 12,000 ratings — an estimated 600,000 to 1,200,000 sold copies.
His latest book is Bringing Up Girls (2010).
Therefore, Dr. James Dobson has an estimated net worth of $5 million.
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daniel
Sunday 1st of October 2023
one of he great christians of our time!
Joyce Rogers
Thursday 19th of August 2021
Dr. Dobson has been a tremendous blessing to my family. My late husband, Adrian Rogers, was a member of his board when he was at Focus on the Family.