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The Legacy of Dr. James Dobson: Jay Snyder on Faith, Family, and the Birth of CAP

23 min · 16 de oct de 2025
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Founding CAP board member Jay Snyder shares how Dr. James Dobson’s faith and leadership shaped a generation, and helped inspire the creation of the Center for Arizona Policy. From cassette tapes and radio broadcasts to a new AI-powered global ministry, Jay recounts powerful stories of obedience, family, and cultural impact. Hosted by Peter Gentala Listen now and be encouraged by how one man’s “yes” to God continues to change lives.

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