Dr. Tim Clinton is joined by none other than Dr. Ben Carson—world-renowned neurosurgeon and former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Carson reflects on his journey from growing up in poverty to becoming a trailblazer in neurosurgery and a respected leader in public service. Now stepping into his new role as Vice Chair of the Religious Liberty Commission, he shares his vision, concerns, and unwavering commitment to faith and freedom.
Life, Love, Faith, and Family, with cohosts Dr. Tim Clinton, and his son, Dr. Zach Clinton, offers timely and topical conversations with national leaders in faith, mental health, and family advocacy. Anchored in a biblical perspective to help you navigate today’s culture, each episode provides a word of hope and encouragement to help strengthen your life, your love, and your relationships with those you love most. Each day, we want to remind you that God loves you and is there for you! Our goal is to equip you to face everyday challenges, move from “survive” to “thrive,” and embrace the life that God has designed for you. Filled with wisdom, testimonials, timeless truths, and both clinical and practical tips to address the emotional and spiritual needs that most often affect people, the program covers everything from stress and anxiety to trust, intimacy, grace, and even forgiveness. Life, Love, Faith, and Family explores the dynamics of marriage, raising children, and building a better life for yourself and your family.
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Encouraging Men to Live the Christian Life Boldly and Unashamedly
Dr. Tim Clinton welcomes Ken Harrison, CEO of WaterStone and author of Rise of the Servant Kings and A Daring Faith in a Cowardly World , for a conversation about living boldly for Christ. Fresh off Father’s Day weekend, Ken offers a timely challenge, especially for men, to lead with conviction and courage.
Let’s Talk: Healing Dad/Daughter Wounds
This Father’s Day weekend, Dr. Tim Clinton is joined by counselor and founder of The ABBA Project, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield. After feeling prompted by God to help turn the hearts of fathers to their children, Dr. Michelle has dedicated her life’s work to doing just that. If you’re a dad, her message is clear: be the hero your daughter needs. Stay present. Don’t pull away as she grows. And if you’ve experienced father wounds, tune in for a practical healing framework, H.E.A.L., and be reminded that you have a Heavenly Father who adores you.
The God You Need to Know
Margaret Feinberg, a speaker and author whose books have sold over one million copies, joins Dr. Zach Clinton for a conversation all about the Holy Spirit. Drawing from years of study for her new book, The God You Need to Know , Margaret explains why many believers struggle to understand the Holy Spirit’s role and highlights numerous places where the Spirit appears throughout the Old Testament. She encourages us to take the time to learn the language of God, reminding us that He is still moving and speaking—we simply need to listen.
The Crisis of Fatherlessness in America and What We Can Do About it
A Living Testimony: Turning Tragedy and Hardship into Triumph
Dr. Tim Clinton sits down with motivational speaker and author Dustin Rivenbark to explore how God’s truth carried him through devastating loss, identity struggles, and a transformative journey of faith. From the oil fields of the Gulf to the heartbreak of losing a child, Dustin shares how God’s Word—particularly the story of Joshua—became his lifeline, and how it can become yours as well.
So Long, Normal! Living and Loving the Free Fall of Faith, Pt. 2
When Laura Story’s husband developed a severe disability, she had to say goodbye to the “normal” future she had envisioned for her family. The unexpected trial felt like a free fall into faith—but because Laura trusted in the Lord, she didn’t fear the unknown. In part 2 of her conversation with Dr. Tim Clinton, the Grammy-winning Christian singer/songwriter shares how she relates to many biblical figures whose lives were profoundly disrupted. Like the Proverbs 31 woman, Laura has learned to laugh at the days to come, trusting that we are created by God to do good works.
So Long, Normal! Living and Loving the Free Fall of Faith, Pt. 1
When Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter Laura Story married her high school sweetheart, it seemed like a dream come true. But their world turned upside down when her husband, Martin, developed a brain tumor, leaving him with significant memory and vision impairments. In part 1 of her conversation with Dr. Tim Clinton, Laura shares how she learned to say “so long, normal” to the future she had envisioned for her life. Yet through these difficult experiences, Laura has learned that the Lord does incredible things when we surrender our brokenness to Him.
Making Marriage Easier… and Better!
Dr. Tim Clinton welcomes author and speaker Arlene Pellicane to discuss her brand-new book, Making Marriage Easier: How to Love (and Like) Your Spouse for Life. With a title that promises real results, Arlene explains why she felt compelled to pass on what she’s learned over 26 years of marriage to her husband, James. She reveals how small, intentional actions and conversations can strengthen and even save marriages. Arlene encourages us all to engage in the hard conversations and to keep showing up and serving one another faithfully, even when those efforts go unnoticed.
Daily Hope for Families, Pt. 2
In part 2 of this program, Dr. Tim Clinton finishes his conversation with Mark Gregston, co-founder of Heartlight Ministries, by diving into Mark’s devotional, Daily Hope for Families , and the life-changing support his ministry provides for families in crisis. Mark shares his passion for walking alongside parents when it feels like all hope is lost. You’ll also hear how Heartlight Ministries and his radio program, Parenting Today’s Teens with Mark Gregston , are making a real difference in the lives of struggling families.
About Dr. Tim Clinton
and Dr. Zach Clinton
Tim Clinton, Ed.D., LPC, LMFT, is President of The American Association of Christian Counselors, (AACC), the world’s largest and most diverse Christian counseling organization, with over 50,000 active members and students. He also serves as Executive Director of the Global Center for Mental Health, Addiction, and Recovery and Professor Emeritus at Liberty University. Dr. Clinton previously served as co-host of the Dr. James Dobson’s Family Talk nationally syndicated radio program, from 2018 to 2023. Dr. Clinton hosts a weekend television news talk program, Sunday The Road Forward, which airs on Real America’s Voice News Network and is available across numerous streaming platforms. Licensed as a professional counselor and as a marriage and family therapist, Dr. Clinton is recognized as an expert on mental health and relationship issues and spends much of his time working with Christian leaders and professional athletes.
Dr. Clinton has authored or edited nearly 30 books, including Take It Back: Reclaiming Biblical Masculinity, and Focus on the Future: Your Family, Your Faith, and Your Voice Matter Now More Than Ever. Tim has been married for over 44 years to his wife, Julie, and together they have two children, Megan (married to Ben) and Zach (married to Evelyn), and two granddaughters, Olivia and Sophia, who have stolen their hearts.
Dr. Zach Clinton, Ph.D., serves as Vice President of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), the world’s largest and most diverse Christian counseling organization. He is the Host of the renowned Built Different Podcast as well as President and Host of Ignite Men’s Ministry and Conferences. Dr. Zach is also a Licensed Professional Counseling Resident at Light Counseling as well as an athletic counselor specializing in sport and performance psychology at Liberty University. As a former Division 1 college baseball player, Dr. Clinton loves working with professional & collegiate athletes and enjoys speaking into the lives of today’s generations as he has a deep passion for helping people build self-esteem, emotion regulation, leadership qualities, and perspective shifts. He has dedicated his life to reminding people that no matter how dark, difficult, or painful life can be, they are never out of the fight! He is the author of Even If and is currently working on his next book, Remember My Chains: Helping You Move from Bondage to Breakthrough. Dr. Zach is thrilled to be married to his lovely wife, Evelyn, as they make their home in Central Virginia.