Kristan Hawkins is unapologetically pro-life. The President of Students for Life of America explains to Dr. Tim Clinton why she and her team spend so much time on college campuses engaging young people. She says the key to changing someone’s mind on the issue of abortion is to change their heart. Kristan says young people need see their own value, “because so many of them don’t think they are important, so how could they value any other life?” Be enlightened as Tim and Kristan explore the dawn of a new day on college campuses and warn of the threats to women’s health and the pre-born should the upcoming elections empower those with a radical agenda.
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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Saving Babies and Souls: The Mission of Preborn
There is no greater impact than saving the life of a preborn baby. That’s the fundamental belief of Roxy Lamorgese, Executive Director of the Preborn pro-life ministry. Roxy began her career as a registered nurse, so she has been in the trenches of the battle for a long time. Today she leads a team of more than 80 passionate pro-life advocates to help save lives and souls. Listen as she explains to Dr. Tim Clinton how Preborn is equipping pregnancy clinics across the country and how she is seeing firsthand the transformation of the lives of the women and the babies they serve.
Rising Up: How Faith and Football Allows One Man to Help Others
Playing professional sports on the biggest stage is the ultimate goal for most athletes. But not for NFL player Dalton Risner. Listen as the Minnesota Vikings offensive lineman tells Zach Clinton how a humble upbringing in a rural town, surrounded by loving parents and many siblings, drew him closer to Jesus. For Dalton, the real victory is the loving marriage he shares with his wife, Whitney, and the work he pours into the non-profit he created to help kids in need, RisnerUp. Risner established his foundation based on 1 Peter 4:10, which also is tattooed on his forearm: “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” Words to live by, indeed!
The Faith of Our Fathers: Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton Reflect on the Impact Their Dads Had on Their Lives, Part 2
Two friends and colleagues committed to defending the institution of the family, Dr. Tim Clinton is joined by Dr. James Dobson to discuss the critical role their dads played in their own lives. Listen as they personal stories of growing up in loving homes that were led by men who practiced faith daily and made many sacrifices to serve others. Enjoy the timeless truths and wisdom passed from one generation to another, in part 2 of a 2-part series, only on “Life, Love, Faith, and Family.”
The Faith of Our Fathers: Dr. James Dobson and Dr. Tim Clinton Reflect on the Impact Their Dads Had on Their Lives, Part 1
Two friends committed to defending the institution of the family, Dr. Tim Clinton is joined by Dr. James Dobson to discuss the critical role their dads played in their own lives. Listen as they personal stories of growing up in loving homes that were led by men who practiced faith daily and made many sacrifices to serve others. Enjoy the timeless truths and wisdom passed from one generation to another, today and tomorrow, in a special two part series, on “Life, Love, Faith, and Family.”
Take Your Faith and Put it Into Action
Be bold, be brave, trust in the Lord, and then take your faith and put it into action. So says Eden Gordon Hill, communications specialist. Zach Clinton visits with Eden to learn more about what drives her to go into the public arena to carry the good news and engage people directly as a Christian. Earlier in her career, Eden served as a White House staffer and a TV news contributor. But today Eden derives her identity not in what she does, but rather in who she is as a Christian living boldly amidst a very challenging culture. Eden’s advice- slow down, put your phone down, engage whom ever and where ever possible, and never forget to read your Bible. Always remember who you belong to. In Him, all things are possible.
Surviving the Loss of a Loved One to Suicide: Making Your Way Beyond the Ruins
Dr. Tim visits with licensed professional counselor Rita Schulte about the pain and loss she endured when her husband took his own life. Rita offers tender memories about her best friend and soulmate, Mike, and their journey through his mental illness. Her testimony provides reflective healing, as she describes her book and professional practice as a map toward understanding and awareness. Rita’s hope is that others can move from anguish, uncertainty and guilt to a place of peace and healing. Listen, as we begin National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month together and create an important conversation that people need to be having. Know hope, and be the hope that someone in a mental health crisis of despair needs, today on “Life, Love, Faith, and Family.”
How the Faith of Our Fathers Can Become Our Own
Sean McDowell, scholar, author, influencer and professor at Biola University, son of renowned Christian apologist Josh McDowell, sits down with Zach Clinton to discuss how our faith can be a burden and a coat of armor. Listen as these two godly men reflect on modern culture and encourage young people to recognize the faith of our fathers, embrace it, and make it our own.
Becoming a Pillar of Faith, Part 2
If you are feeling overwhelmed, beaten down, or even defeated, remember that God is on the move toward you! Do not fear the enemy, so says Pastor Preston Morrison, leader of The Pillar Church. Preston explains to Zach Clinton that no matter how hard it may seem, take time today to prepare for tomorrow. Why? Preston reminds us that in your tomorrow, Jesus offers you the love, grace and providence that only He can deliver!
Becoming a Pillar of Faith, Part 1
Be a pillar, for yourself, and for others, and see the pillars of faith around you! Listen as Zach Clinton explores the power of being a believer and the challenges of faith in today’s culture with Pastor Preston Morrison, in part 1 of a 2-part series. Learn how Preston encourages people of every age and walk of life, each of us, no matter where we stand, to be a leader for our faith. Zach describes it as “an attunement with the Holy Spirit.” You will be inspired, today and tomorrow, on “Life, Love, Faith, and Family.”
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.