From Planned Parenthood to Saving Babies – A Conversation with Abby Johnson
How can parents teach their children to love life and value babies? Why is abortion so hotly defended by so many in our culture? Is the church being effective in honoring life and saving babies? In this episode, Rob Rienow welcomes Abby Johnson, author and pro-life...
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Reaching the Prodigal
Parenting is one of the most rewarding yet challenging missions God entrusts to us. For many Christian parents, one of the deepest heartbreaks comes when a child or grandchild strays from the faith. Whether your child is a teenager questioning God or an adult who has...
Protect Young Eyes – A Conversation with Chris McKenna
In this vital episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow welcomes Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, to discuss the hidden dangers of technology for children. From unexpected risks with devices like Apple Watches to the pervasive influence of social media...
Designed to Heal – A Conversation with Dr. Ben Rall
Join Rob Rienow as he welcomes Dr. Ben Rall, chiropractor, author, and host of the Designed to Heal podcast. In this episode, Dr. Rall shares how God’s intricate design of the human body reveals His wisdom, creativity, and healing power. They discuss the biblical...
Waiting For Christmas: The story of Simeon
The anticipation of Christmas morning is something we all know well. As children, we counted the days with eager excitement, imagining the joy of tearing into beautifully wrapped gifts. This sense of waiting, though often focused on presents and holiday traditions,...
Secrets of the Magi’s Gifts
At Christmas, we remember the extraordinary moment when God sent His Son into the world to bring salvation. The story of the wise men, found in Matthew 2, provides profound insight into who Jesus is through the gifts they brought: gold, frankincense, and myrrh. These...
Behold the Name of Jesus
As we celebrate Christmas, the story of Christ’s birth offers profound insights into God’s plan for humanity. In the Gospel of Matthew, we encounter two names for the Messiah: Jesus, meaning "the Lord saves," and Emmanuel, meaning "God with us." These names...
Behold the King Is Coming!
In the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season, it’s easy to lose sight of its profound spiritual meaning. Yet, within the biblical narrative of Christ’s birth lies a simple yet powerful word that invites us to pause and reflect: behold. From the first chapter of...
Thanksgiving Special: The Pilgrims & The First Thanksgiving
On this special Thanksgiving episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow shares the incredible story of the Pilgrims and their journey to the New World in 1620. Discover why this small church relocated from England, to Holland, and ultimately to the New World. But what...
Navigating Step Family Relationships – A Conversation with Ron Deal
While building a strong foundation is essential, the journey of blended families often involves navigating significant challenges. From step-parenting dynamics to questions of loyalty and favoritism, these obstacles require wisdom, empathy, and steadfast reliance on...
Encouragement For Blended Families – A Conversation with Ron Deal
Blended families are a beautiful testimony to God’s power of redemption, bringing together individuals with diverse stories into a new shared journey. Yet, this process often comes with unique challenges that require patience, wisdom, and reliance on God’s grace. A...
Mom Q&A: Parenting Burn Out
Parenting can feel overwhelming, and one of the most challenging aspects is managing the expectations that come with raising children. Society often places unrealistic standards on parents, making them feel as if they must have everything figured out—especially when...
Created For God’s Glory – A Conversation For Teens
Have you ever wondered about the purpose of life? As Christians, we often hear that our purpose is to glorify God, but what does that truly mean? To uncover this profound question, we turn to Scripture, specifically Genesis 1, where we learn that God created us in His...
Mom Q&A: Quality Time, Screen Boundaries & Spiritual Growth
Parenting can be an overwhelming journey, filled with questions and uncertainties. From balancing quality time with household tasks to setting healthy screen boundaries and fostering spiritual growth, the challenges can feel endless. Fortunately, the Bible offers...
Should Christians Vote?
Many Christians wrestle with the question of whether they should engage in politics. Should they vote? Should they speak out on political issues? In today’s political climate, these questions are more urgent than ever. To find answers, we must turn to Scripture and...
Created in God’s Image – A Conversation For Teens
In today’s world, teenagers face constant pressure to define themselves through social media, popularity, achievements, or the approval of others. But these sources of identity are fleeting, leaving many feeling empty and unsure of their value. The Bible, however,...
Mom Q&A: Dealing with Bad Behavior
In this episode, Amy Rienow and her daughter Lissy Bailey answer parenting questions on discipline. How can we respond to bad behavior, especially from little kids, with a mindset toward discipleship and "heart training?" They also discuss the importance of balancing...
Swimming in Open Ocean – A Conversation with Steve Leitch
In the world of endurance sports, marathon swimming is a unique and challenging pursuit. For Steve Leitch, the sport has become more than just a physical challenge—it's a journey of faith, family, and personal redemption. With a passion for adventure swimming, Steve...
Learning Discipleship From Jesus – A Conversation with Barrett Johnson
Parenting is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles in life, and for Christian parents, it carries the added responsibility of nurturing their children's spiritual growth. Discipling your children—helping them grow in their faith and follow Jesus—is at the...
Disciple Them Like Jesus – A Conversation with Barrett Johnson
In today’s fast-paced world, one of the greatest callings for parents and grandparents is to help their children grow in faith. As Christians, the responsibility to disciple our children is a central part of the Great Commission, and it starts within the walls of our...
False vs. True Repentance
As parents, one of the most important things we can do for our children is to help them understand repentance. True repentance is more than just saying “sorry”—it’s an essential step toward spiritual growth and healthier relationships. In this post, we’ll explore how...
Is Your Child a Peacemaker?
One of the most valuable traits we can instill in our children is the ability to be peacemakers. In today’s world, conflict is everywhere, and helping our kids navigate disagreements with grace and wisdom will equip them for lifelong relational success. In this post,...
Parents Need a PhD in Conflict Management!
As parents, one of the most challenging parts of raising children is managing conflict. Whether it's between siblings, friends, or even between parents and kids, conflict seems to be a constant part of family life. But what if we saw conflict differently? What if we...
Is Tech Pulling Your Family Apart?
Technology can bless and help your family - but it can also bring addiction, filth, and relational separation. Parents need a clear and simple gameplan to help our kids in this new world of tech. In today's episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow from...
God Loves Girls & Boys – A Conversation with Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Teaching Kids God’s Vision for Family – A Conversation with Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Finding the Gospel in Movies – A Conversation with Tim Chaffey
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined once again by Tim Chaffey from Answers in Genesis, the producer of the TV show, Tilt Shift, which helps families engage with media from a biblical perspective. Together, they explore how movies can be a...
Watch What You Watch! – A Conversation with Tim Chaffey
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined by Tim Chaffee from Answers in Genesis to discuss the importance of being discerning when it comes to movies and media. They explore the concept of "watching what we watch," emphasizing the need for Christians...
Mission Field with 7 Kids? – A Conversation with Daniel and Anya Storey
In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow is back in the studio with Dr. Daniel and Anya Story, continuing their inspiring journey as a family called to medical missions in Togo, Africa. The Storey family, with seven children, share how their kids are handling this...
Healing in Africa: A Family’s Mission Story – A Conversation with Daniel & Anya Storey
Rob and Amy Rienow welcome Dr. Daniel and Anya Storey to discuss their inspiring journey as a family called to serve in medical missions in Togo, Africa. The Storeys share about their seven children, their passion for missions, and the pivotal experiences that led...
The Power of Affection
In this heartfelt episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries explore the transformative power of warmth and affection in family relationships, especially with children. Drawing from Proverbs 23:26 and Malachi 4:6, they emphasize the...
I Want My Daughter to Know God
God opened up a great ministry opportunity with Rob's Lyft driver! In this heartfelt episode of Family Vision, hosts Rob and Amy Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries respond to a poignant question from a single dad: "I want my daughter to follow God, but I don't know...
The Joy of a Wedding
In this heartwarming episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries share the joyous occasion of their son JD's wedding to Brooke. The Scripture for the ceremony was Psalm 118:24, "This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice...
Small Acts of Faithfulness – A Conversation with Drew Dyck
Dr. Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries continues his conversation with special guest Drew Dyck, author of Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything. Drew shares insights on how adults and kids can apply the principle of "just showing up"...
Just Show Up! – A Conversation with Drew Dyck
In this inspiring episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries welcomes Drew Dyck, author of Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything. Together, they discuss the profound impact of simple, consistent faithfulness in our...
Encouragement for Single Parents – A Conversation with Anna Meade Harris
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries continues his conversation with Anna Harris, author of God's Grace for Every Family. Together, they discuss the unique challenges faced by single parents and how the church and community...
Is Single Parenting Mission Impossible – A Conversation with Anna Meade Harris
In this important episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries is joined by special guest Anna Meade Harris, author of the new book, God's Grace for Every Family. They delve into the profound challenges (and unexpected blessings) of single...
No Wonder Kids Hate Church!
For many children, Sunday morning is a highly unpleasant experience. Is it possible we are actually training our kids to hate church? In this episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy provide practical ways to help your entire family prepare for Sunday worship with a...
My Husband Won’t Lead
Many Christian wives are feeling lonely and discouraged in their marriage relationship because husbands often struggle with spiritual passivity at home. This was the case for many years in Rob and Amy's marriage. Rob was not engaging the family in prayer, Scripture,...
When Parents are Spiritually Separated
What happens when two parents are on different pages spiritually? What happens when two parents are "unequally yoked?" Rob and Amy Rienow dive into this complicated subject, and share about their experiences growing up in homes with Christian mothers and non-Christian...
Rules Don’t Change Hearts – A Conversation with Adam Page
In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow continues his conversation with Pastor Adam Page, focusing on combating legalism in Christian parenting. Pastor Adam, from Amelia Baptist Church in Florida, talks about the destructive nature of legalistic parenting and...
The Danger of Legalistic Parenting – A Conversation with Adam Page
Legalistic parenting can crush the hearts of our kids. Dr. Rob Rienow engages in a profound conversation with Pastor Adam Page about the dangers of legalistic parenting within Christian families. Adam, the preaching pastor at Amelia Island Baptist Church, shares his...
Protecting the Hearts of Our Kids – A Conversation with Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh
Join us for a crucial continuation of our discussion on human trafficking in this latest episode of Family Vision. Host Amy Rienow welcomes guests Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh. Rachel continues to share her story of surviving trafficking and how she has experienced...
The Crisis of Human Trafficking – A Conversation with Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh
In this crucial episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow leads a much needed discussion on the often overlooked crisis of human trafficking within our communities. Special guests Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh share their expertise and personal experiences to shed light...
Build Your House Upon the Rock – A Conversation with Dakota Lynch
Jesus calls us to build our lives on "the rock." According to Jesus that means hearing His Words and doing them (Matthew 7:24). In this inspiring episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow welcomes back Dakota Lynch from Scripture Memory Fellowship to delve deeper into...
The Power of Memorizing Scripture – A Conversation with Dakota Lynch
Dr. Rob Rienow welcomes Dakota Lynch from Scripture Memory Fellowship to discuss the transformative power of memorizing the Bible. Dakota shares his personal journey of turning to Scripture during a turbulent time in his life and how this practice deeply influenced...
Healing From Father Wounds – A Conversation with John Finch
Dr. Rob Rienow and John Finch continue their discussion about the impact of a father's absence on personal and family life. Drawing from his own painful experience of losing his father at a young age, John delves into how this loss influenced his journey as a father...
The Father Effect – A Conversation with John Finch
In this compelling episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined by John Finch, author and filmmaker behind "The Father Effect." They dive deep into the profound and often painful impact of a father's absence on one's life. John shares his personal journey of...
Impacting Families Through Sports
In this spirited episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow delve into the challenges and opportunities Christian families face in the world of youth sports. Spring brings baseball season to the Rienow household, igniting discussions on the roles of parents and...
Turn to God’s Word in Everything
The Bible speaks to every important area of our lives. In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow invite families to explore the profound truth that God's Word provides Christians with principles and practical guidance for everyday life. Drawing from...
Speaking God’s Word at Home
Speaking God's Word in your home can make a huge difference in the life of your family. In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow draw parallels between the small yet powerful presence of light during an eclipse and how taking even small steps of...
Lessons from the Eclipse
Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow on this episode of Family Vision, as they share their once-in-a-lifetime experience witnessing the total solar eclipse of 2024. Rob and Amy unpack the truth from Psalm 19:1, "The heavens declare the glory of God." While God's power and...
Kids Can Shine for Christ – A Conversation with Andrew Reinhard
God can use your kids, even at young ages, to impact others for Christ. In this heartwarming episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow sits down with special guest, Andrew Reinhard for a conversation on how God can use our children to shine for Him in unexpected ways. We...
The Trauma of Family Secrets – A Conversation with Brian Haynes
In this deeply personal episode of Family Vision, host Rob Rienow is joined again by Brian Haynes, lead pastor at Bay Area Church and author, for a continuation of their compelling conversation. This time, the focus shifts to the difficult story of Brian's family's...
War in the Wilderness – A Conversation with Brian Haynes
Does it feel like your family is wandering in the wilderness? Maybe your family is in the middle of a spiritual warzone. Don't miss this special episode of Family Vision with our host Dr. Rob Rienow and his special guest Brian Haynes. Brian Haynes, lead pastor at Bay...
The Weapons of God
In this special Palm Sunday Edition of Family Vision, Rob Rienow shares an inspiring message of hope and encouragement for families. Rob dives into the powerful message behind Christ's humble entry into Jerusalem and how it relates to our lives today. Drawing from...
Experiencing Grace in Seasons of Depression – A Conversation with Terry Powell
In this follow-up episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow continues his conversation with Terry Powell, a professor and fellow ministry worker, who openly discusses his ongoing battle with depression. Terry delves deeper into the practical steps and biblical practices...
Penetrating the Darkness – A Conversation with Terry Powell
Are you or a loved one struggling with depression? In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow talks with Terry Powell, a respected professor and a long-time ministry friend. Terry courageously recounts his journey with depression, from childhood moments of despair...
Marriage & The Kingdom of God
God created marriage for a Kingdom purpose! If a husband and wife want to engage in the mission God has for them, they will need to experience supernatural unity. Drawing from Genesis 2:26, they unpack the biblical foundation of marriage, emphasizing the importance of...
Four Keys To a Unified Marriage
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share four essential keys for buildinga unified marriage. They explore how the biblical vows of Christian marriage, once revered, are now challenged by contemporary cultural shifts. Rob and Amy share personal...
The Power of Affirming Your Teen – A Conversation with Lissy Bailey
Your teen needs your affirmation. If a son or daughter receives praise and encouragement when they are outside the house, but only criticism inside the house, they will increasingly want to separate themselves from the family. In this special episode of Family Vision,...
Teens Struggle with Family Relationships – A Conversation with Lissy Bailey
Teens struggle with family relationships. In this special episode of Family Vision, you will hear from Rob and Amy’s daughter Lissy Bailey. Lissy married to Bond and they have two children. She has a heart to help parents and teens build stronger relationships...
Your Spouse is not the Enemy
Modern culture has pulled us away from God’s purpose and plan for marriage. In fact, Christian wedding vows are now considered old fashioned, or even oppressive. In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob & Amy Rienow continue their conversation about pursuing...
Can AI Help Your Marriage?
In this thought-provoking episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob & Amy Rienow explore the complex and often humorous world of artificial intelligence (AI) and its reflections on marriage. The episode begins with a light-hearted experiment where Karl Bastian uses...
Doing Battle with Secret Sin – A Conversation with Dave Howe (Part 2)
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow and special guest Dave Howe tackle the pervasive issue of pornography and sexual struggles. The conversation delves into personal stories of entrapment from an early age, the journey towards seeking help, and the...
Recovery from Sexual Addiction – A Conversation with Dave Howe (Part 1)
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow and special guest Dave Howe tackle the pervasive issue of pornography and sexual struggles. The conversation delves into personal stories of entrapment from an early age, the journey towards seeking help, and the...
Dealing with Difficult Grandparents
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow tackle the sensitive topic of managing relationships with difficult grandparents. They address a listener's concern about maintaining a healthy connection between their teens and a grandmother who is negative...
Did Jesus Teach We Should Hate Our Family?
Dive deep into one of the most perplexing scriptures about family in this episode of Family Vision with Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow. They confront the confusing command from Jesus about "hating" one's family to be His disciple. The Rienows unpack the cultural and...
My Child Can’t Express Emotion – A Conversation with Scott Turansky (Bonus Episode)
Join Dr. Rob Rienow on Family Vision as he continues his conversation with Dr. Scott Turansky from the National Center for Biblical Parenting. This special bonus episode focuses on developing emotional intelligence in children. Dr. Turansky provides an in-depth...
My Child’s Emotions Are Out of Control – A Conversation with Scott Turansky (Bonus Episode)
In this special bonus episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined by Dr. Scott Turansky from the National Center for Biblical Parenting. They delve into the complex world of children's emotions, discussing the challenges faced by children who either express...
Staying Spiritually Hydrated
In this episode of "Family Vision," Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries explore the essential theme of sustaining a vibrant spiritual life within the family. Utilizing the metaphor of a Christmas tree's need for constant hydration, the Rienows share...
Spiritual Resolutions
Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow in this insightful episode of Family Vision as they delve into the importance of spiritual resolutions for the new year. Discover how their family tradition of celebrating Jesus' birthday shapes their faith journey and hear about their...
Living Together is a Disaster!
Join Rob and Amy Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries as they dive into an important and often controversial topic: couples living together before marriage. In this insightful episode, they explore the modern phenomenon of cohabitation, armed with statistics from...
Can Your Kids Share the Gospel? – A Conversation Greg Stier
As we enter a new year, many families are looking for ways to deepen their spiritual journey and impact the world positively. On the latest episode of Family Vision, hosted by Rob Rienow with his special guest Greg Stier, we explored an essential aspect of Christian...
Sharing the Good News of Jesus – A Conversation with Greg Stier
Merry Christmas! In this festive episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow is joined by a special guest, Greg Stier, founder of the international movement Dare to Share. They dive into the topic of sharing the good news of Jesus, especially during the Christmas season....
Created to Shine
For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. – 2 Corinthians 4:6 Jesus is the light of the world, He places His light into our hearts, and then calls...
The Power of a Strong-Willed Woman
What is your reaction to the phrase, “a strong-willed woman?” We believe God calls women to be filled with a strong faith and a powerful determination to know and live the truth. In today’s episode Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow explore 2 Timothy 3:1-7 and other key...
Planning a Christ-Centered Christmas
It is easy to have a Christmas without Christ. There can be food, fun, family, and lots of presents … but no expressions of worship and love for Jesus. In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow will encourage you to plan ahead with practical and meaningful ways to help...
How Forgiveness Really Works
Time does not heal all wounds. Many young people bring anger and bitterness from their family into the college years and adulthood. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares from Hebrews 12 and encourages students at Olivet Nazarene University to pursue forgiveness in...
Time Does Not Heal All Wounds
Time does not heal all wounds. Many young people bring anger and bitterness from their family into the college years and adulthood. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares from Hebrews 12 and challenges students at Olivet Nazarene University to pursue forgiveness in...
Facing Family Issues During College
My family is toxic! We hear that a lot from young adults today. What do family relationships look like during the college years? In what ways can young men and women continue to stay connected after high school? How should young adults prepare for the future...
College Students & Family Relationships
What do family relationships look like during the college years? In what ways can young men and women continue to stay connected after high school? How should young adults prepare for the future possibility of getting married or being a parent? Rob and Amy Rienow were...
To Change the Fruit, Change the Root
Do you find yourself complaining about the rot and degradation in our culture? It is easy to see the “bad fruit” all around us. But if we want different fruit, we need to change the root. In this episode, Rob and Amy Rienow discuss the biblical principle that we reap...
Is the News Deceiving Your Kids?
The news that we are fed online and from the “main stream media” comes with an intentional perspective. How can we teach our kids to filter the news with wisdom and a biblical perspective? In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow talk about the important parenting...
Marriage Do-Over, Part 2
Marriages can grow by learning from the past. If you could go back to your first year of marriage, what things would you do differently? As Rob and Amy recently celebrated their 29th anniversary, they turn back to the clock to consider what they would have done...
Marriage Do-Over, Part 1
If you could go back to your first year of marriage, what things would you do differently? As Rob and Amy recently celebrated their 29th anniversary, they turn back to the clock to consider what they would have done differently in the early years of their marriage....
Can Your Child Stand Alone?
The day is coming, if it has not already come, when your child will need to stand alone for Christ and for the truth. It is wonderful to have a Christian family, Christian friends, and a Christian church around you. But sometimes, our faith requires us to stand firm...
My Kid Would Never Do That!
“My kid would never do that!” Have you ever said (or thought) those words? It is right to think the best of our children, but sometimes we can be naïve when it comes to our children’s character and their behavior outside the home. In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy...
No Goals, No Growth?
“If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.” Zig Ziglar Do you have any goals for your kids as we enter a new school year? Goal setting can be a powerful way to intentionally help our kids grow in faith, relationships, academics, and life skills. Join Dr. Rob...
Do Your Kids Have Goals?
Setting goals with your children each year can be a powerful way to help them grow in faith and character. How would you like to see your child grow during this next year, spiritually, socially, academically, and in life skills? Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they...
Every Family Struggles with Anger
Every family struggles with anger. Anger is like a destructive flood which can do serious damage to your most important relationships. Every family needs a Christ-centered gameplan to push back against anger. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares biblical principles...
Is Your Home Filled with Anger?
Is your home filled with anger? Anger is a serious character issue that everyone struggles with to one degree or another. Anger can destroy a marriage, a parent child relationship, as well as sibling connection. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares essential...
Starting (or Re-starting) Family Worship
How are you doing when it comes to praying and reading the Bible with your children? Perhaps you started when they were young, but now it is more of a struggle. Sadly, I completely neglected family worship the first 10 years of our marriage! Join Dr. Rob Rienow as he...
The Power of Family Worship
Most parents struggle when it comes to praying and reading the Bible with their children. I completely neglected family worship the first 10 years of our marriage. Join Dr. Rob Rienow as he shares his story along with the biblical and historical foundation for the...
Obstacles to Spiritual Impact at Home
What are the obstacles to spiritually leading our children? Passing our faith to our kids is our most important mission. Because of this, the parent child relationship comes under tremendous spiritual attack. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares two areas of his...
When Work & Family Collide with Joe Simonds
What happens when our commitment at work causes damage at home? Have you ever experienced the results of getting your priorities out of order? Has your child ever seen you lose control? Rob Rienow continues his conversation with Joe Simonds from SaltStrong.com In this...
Putting Faith Over Fear with Joe Simonds
What does it look like to put faith over fear? One of the hardest places to be bold with our faith is in the workplace. In this episode, Rob Rienow interviews Joe Simonds from SaltStrong.com. God called Joe and his brother Luke to start a unique online business which...
The Nuclear Blast of Cancer – A Conversation with Barrett & Jen Johnson (Part 2)
A cancer diagnosis is a nuclear blast for any family. In today’s episode, Dr. Rienow continues a conversation with special guests Barrett and Jen Johnson. The Johnson family was rocked with Barrett’s cancer diagnosis in December of 2022. In this candid conversation,...
Cancer, Faith & Family – A Conversation with Barrett & Jen Johnson (Part 1)
The news of cancer can rock our faith and our families. In today’s episode, Dr. Rienow begins a conversation with special guests Barrett and Jen Johnson. The Johnson family was rocked with Barrett’s cancer diagnosis in December of 2022. In this candid conversation,...
Essential Ingredients for “The Talk”
Did you get “the talk” from your parents? Most adults today had zero (or only one) intentional conversations with their parents about sexuality. God created sexuality as a beautiful gift for one man and one woman within the bounds of covenant marriage. Join Dr. Rob...
What Is the Meaning of the Christian Fish?
Have you ever seen the “Christian fish?” Perhaps you saw it on a bumper sticker or a water bottle. But what does it mean? Is there a connection between faith and fishing? Four of Jesus’ disciples were professional fishermen, and today calls all His followers to become...
Fishing for Men & Fishing for Fish
Is there a connection between faith and fishing? Dozens of times throughout the Bible, God talks about fish, fishing, and fishermen. Four of Jesus’ disciples were professional fishermen, and today calls all His followers to become “fishers of men.” In this special...
Talking Points for “The Talk”
Did you get “the talk” from your parents? Most adults today had zero (or only one) intentional conversations with their parents about sexuality. God created sexuality as a beautiful gift for one man and one woman within the bounds of covenant marriage. Join Dr. Rob...
Navigating Mother Daughter Conflict
The mother daughter relationship can be filled with conflict! What can mothers do to create a relationship of peace? What can daughters do to seek healing with the relationship is strained? In this episode, Amy Rienow and her daughter Lissy Bailey, share honestly...
Honor & Friendship Between Mother & Daughter
Can mothers and daughters become true friends? What does that look like? What role does honor play in the mother daughter relationship? In this episode, Amy Rienow and her daughter Lissy Bailey share the ups and downs of their relationship over the years, and key...
The Importance of the Mother Daughter Relationship
The mother daughter relationship is powerful and important. Because of this, mothers and daughters should anticipate significant spiritual attack against their relationship. In this episode, Amy Rienow and her daughter Lissy Bailey share the ups and downs of their...
Is Your Child Hard Hearted?
Do you have a child who is cold or apathetic when it comes to spiritual things? They don’t like to pray. They get annoyed if you try to have family Bible time. They refuse to go to church. They show little or no repentance when they do things wrong. All of these are...
Does My Child Need Counseling?
Does my child need counseling? This one of the most common questions that our ministry receives. Children and teens can face serious issues with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, addiction, and more. Working with an excellent Christian counselor can be a great...
Does Your Family Have a Team Mindset?
Children and teens can face serious issues with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, addiction, and more. Helping children in crisis requires the family to have a team mindset. In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow encourage parents and grandparents to think and...
A Child Crisis is a Family Crisis
What does it take to help children who are in crisis? Children and teens can face serious issues with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, addiction, and more. In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow encourage parents and grandparents to avoid the “fix the kid”...
Toddler Training Basics, Part 2
How do we parent strong willed children? How can we respond to children when they are stubborn or defiant? In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow talk about how parents can do more harm than good by labeling their children with negative character traits during the...
Family Miracles in Africa
God is doing miracles in families in Africa! In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow continues the conversation with his friend Pastor Jean Claude from Burundi, Africa. If you missed parts 1 and 2 of this conversation you can listen here: Part 1 & Part 2 Jean Claude and...
Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead?
Is it reasonable to believe that Jesus actually rose from the dead? It is vital for parents not only to teach our children that the resurrection happened in real history, but why it is reasonable to believe it. If Jesus did not actually, physically rise from the dead,...
The Destructive Force of Favoritism, Part 2
Favoritism is often an unspoken sin with unspoken hurt. Does your family play favorites? Do your children compete with one another for your love and attention? Have siblings in your family formed cliques with one another? Many families fall into the trap of “playing...
The Destructive Force of Favoritism, Part 1
Is your family fragmented by favoritism? Many parents fall into the trap of “playing favorites” and it has a terrible effect on family relationships. Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share their family experiences regarding favoritism, key biblical principles, and practical...
Doing Life with Your Adult Kids – A Conversation with Jim Burns (Part 2)
How do we do life with our adult kids? Parenting adult children is radically different than parenting younger children. Is it possible to do too much for our adult children and end up hurting them and their future? Are we helping or enabling our adult child? What if...
Doing Life with Your Adult Kids – A Conversation with Jim Burns (Part 1)
How do we do life with our adult kids? What does it mean to parent adult children? How can parents rebuild broken relationships with their adult kids? What should we do if we disagree with the choices our children are making? When do we set boundaries in difficult...
Toddler Training Basics, Part 1
The early years of parenting give your child an important foundation for the future. The terrible twos don’t have to be terrible, but there are important principles of discipline and boundary setting which can help bring more peace to you, your child, and your home. ...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Racism with Samuel Sey, Part 2
Should people be judged on the color of their skin, or the content of their character? That question from Martin Luther King Jr is front and center in our world today. How should Christians think about race and racism? What does the Bible teach about race and...
How to Talk to Your Kids About Racism with Samuel Sey, Part 1
“You are a racist!” We hear this accusation everywhere in today’s culture. How should Christians think about race and racism? What does the Bible teach about race and ethnicity? How can we give our children a biblical worldview and equip them to shine God’s love...
Dying for Marriage
Marriage is worth dying for. What is what St. Valentine believed. Do you know the history of Valentine’s Day? Valentine’s day commemorates the martyrdom of St. Valentine in 269 AD. In this episode Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow talk about the history of Valentine’s Day and...
I Found Drugs in My Kid’s Room, Part 2
I found drugs in my teen’s room. What do I do? This can be a terrifying moment for a parent. How do we respond? In the previous episode (#115), Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow shared essential ingredients for the first conversation to have with your son or daughter after drug...
I Found Drugs in My Kid’s Room, Part 1
I found drugs in my teen’s room. What do I do? This can be a terrifying moment for a parent. How do we respond? In part 1 of this series, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow the essential ingredients for the first conversation with your son or daughter. -- Catch a fresh vision...
The Demanding Child, College Choices & Story Bibles
We have four children, ages 13 to 2, and our second child, our ten-year-old son, is out of control. He makes any situation chaotic. He takes all of our parenting energy. We feel like our other children are being neglected and paying the price for his behavior. What...
A Disconnected Dad & An Angry Granddaughter
My husband does not help when it comes to discipline situations with the kids, how can I talk to him about this so that we can work better as a team? My grand-daughter has been living with us for the past three years. She is now 13 years old and for the first time is...
Battle for our Kids Hearts, Part 2
As parents, we focus our attention on our kids’ academics, sports, and activities. But how much attention do we give to our “heart connection” with them? How much attention do we give to building our relationship? Heart connection is essential for influence. The Bible...
Your Family: A Lighthouse
Jesus is the light of the world. When we repent of our sins and put our faith in Him, His spirit comes to live in our hearts. Jesus says to His followers, “You are the light or the world.” He calls us to shine His light to everyone around us. Our families become...
Jesus: The Light of the World
Jesus said, “I am the light of the world.” A major theme in the Bible related to God the Father, His Son Jesus, and the Gospel message is light vs. darkness. Darkness represents evil, deception, and our lost world. God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all....
The Battle for Our Kids Hearts, Part 1
Sometimes parenting feels like a battle, because it is. But it is not primarily a battle over discipline and behavior, but rather a battle for hearts our children. The Bible gives us a vision of the hearts of parents turned to their children, and the hearts of...
Are Video Games Out of Control at Home? Part 2
Is your son or daughter into video games? Are video games having a positive or negative influence on your child and on your family? How do we determine what games are appropriate? How can parents set appropriate rules and guidelines around video games? How can parents...
Are Video Games Out of Control at Home? Part 1
Is your child a gamer? Are they making good choices with the amount of time they play as well as the games they choose? Are you aware of who your child is connecting with online? Can video games be a positive influence? In today’s episode, Dr. Rob Rienow interviews...
Thanksgiving Special: The Spiritual Impact of the Pilgrims
In 1620 God called a small church to relocate from Holland to the New World. These “Pilgrims” were used by God in a powerful way to establish the foundation for a new nation and for the advance of the Gospel. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow turns back the clock to...
Hope for Prodigals & Their Parents, Part 3
Many parents know the grief of having a teen or adult child who is hard hearted toward God. Is there any hope? What can parents do to reach a “prodigal” child for Jesus? In part three of this podcast series, Dr. Rob Rienow shares biblical principles and practical...
Hope for Prodigals & Their Parents, Part 2
Many young people grow up in church but leave it behind when they become adults. Why does this happen? What can parents do to help? Perhaps you have a “prodigal” teen or adult child. The world tells you that there is nothing you can do for them. That is a lie! In this...
Hope for Prodigals & Their Parents, Part 1
Many young people grow up in church but leave it behind when they become adults. Why does this happen? What can parents do to help? Perhaps you have a “prodigal” teen or adult child. The world tells you that there is nothing you can do for them. That is a lie! In this...
Transforming Families in the Heart of Africa, Part 2
God is transforming families all over the world. In part 2 of Rob Rienow’s interview with Pastor Jean Claude from Burundi, Africa – Jean Claude shares about how he and his wife were so busy in ministry that they were neglecting their marriage and even their own...
Family Ministry in the Heart of Africa, Part 1
Imagine raising your family, in the heart of Africa, with no electricity or running water. In this episode, Rob Rienow interviews his friend Pastor Jean Claude from Burundi, Africa. Jean Claude and his wife have nine children and God is using them to bless, equip, and...
100th Episode: The Story of VFM
God called us to launch Visionary Family Ministries in the fall of 2010. The Lord gave us the faith to take a leap of faith! In this episode, Rob and Amy Rienow share the backstory of how God led them to start VFM and how they have seen the Lord work during these past...
Don’t Let The World Change Your Words
Have you noticed how the world is trying to change and redefine your words? Words and language are powerful. Words have definitions and those definitions are important. One of the ways to transform culture is through the transformation of language. Old words are...
Is Communication Wrecking Your Community?
Have you ever considered how closely related the words “community” and “communication” are? How we communicate dramatically affects our community and our relationships. In this episode Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow explore how changes in communication and technology have...
Welcoming Our Grand-Daughter!
Our daughter had a daughter! Rob and Amy have entered the new world of grand-parenting! Lissy and her husband, Bond, welcomed Amy Victoria, “Avie” this past June. In this episode, Rob and Amy share from their hearts about the miracle of new life and about the first...
Why Bother Getting Married?
Many teens and 20-somethings are asking these questions. Why bother getting married? What is the point of marriage? Why not just live together? Why should I stop having fun? Dr. Rob Rienow joined Chris Brooks – host of Equipped with Chris Brooks on Moody Radio – to...
Can Families Transform Our Culture?
Whether we like it or not, we are in the middle of a cultural war – and that war centers on the family. What is the purpose of family? Are our churches equipping young men and women to thrive as spouses and parents? In this episode we share a recent interview that Dr....
Does Your Church Have a Plan To Equip Families?
Does your church have a plan to equip families? God created the church and the family to partner together to advance the Gospel. In the New Testament, we see the early church specifically strengthening marriages, equipping parents, and encouraging families....
Is Your Ministry Hurting Your Family?
Every Christian is called to ministry – and life in ministry will impact your marriage and family – Join us for this important conversation on family vision. Is your marriage or family struggling because of ministry at church? Are you a pastor’s wife in need of...
Love is Not Selfish, Part 2
Selfishness and love are never found together. Unfortunately, every person struggles with self-centeredness. We naturally put ourselves before others. God tells us in 1 Corinthians 13 that "love it not selfish." In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares biblical insights...
Love is Not Selfish, Part 1
Every person struggles with selfishness. We want what we want, when we want it. Self-centeredness is at the heart of sinfulness. God tells us in 1 Corinthians 13 that "love is not selfish." If want to grow in our love for God and our love for others, we have to do...
Love is Not Envious, Part 2
Envy and jealousy are enemies of love. These have the power to destroy your family relationships. God tells us in 1 Corinthians 13 that "love is not envious." In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow provides practical ways to push back on envy and grow in your love for God...
Love is Not Envious, Part 1
Love is at the heart of the Christian life. God calls us to love Him and love others. In 1 Corinthians 13 He gives us a definition of true love, and in that definition God says "love is not envious." Envy. Greed. Jealousy. These are all enemies of love. In this...
Anchor Your Family in The Bible
Your family needs the anchor of God's Word and God's people. Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow are joined today by Carey Green from The Morning Mindset Podcast. Here are some of the questions that they address: Why do families need the foundation of Scripture? If I am new to the...
The Destructive Impact of COVID on Families
COVID has put enormous pressure on families and churches and many of the foundations are crumbling. Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow had the opportunity to sit down for a wide-ranging conversation with Carey Green, from The Morning Mindset podcast. Here are some of the...
Discipleship on The Road — A Conversation with JD & Britney Lott (Part 2)
We love summer road trips. But can you imagine raising your kids, year-round in an RV? Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow are joined by their friends JD and Britney Lott. They have been blessed with seven children and have had learned a lot of lessons about marriage, parenting,...
Discipleship on The Road — A Conversation with JD & Britney Lott (Part 1)
Have you ever thought about selling everything and hitting the road in an RV? Today Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow are joined by their friends JD and Britney Lott, who did exactly that. They have been blessed with seven children and have had learned a lot of lessons about...
When Honoring Parents Is Hard
How do we honor parents who are difficult to honor? What does it look like to show honor to parents who may have hurt us or made destructive choices? Can we establish needed boundaries and still maintain a spirit of honor? In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share...
Teach Your Children to Honor You
If you don't teach your children to honor you, no one else will. Join us for today for this important conversation on family vision. The call to honor parents, which is the fifth commandment in Exodus 20, is an increasingly lost virtue in our world today. Because of...
Recovering a “Fifth Commandment” Culture
The fifth commandment says, "Honor your father and your mother." Has our culture lost this vision of showing honor to our parents? When a culture abandons the biblical virtue of honoring parents we see families, churches, and nations suffering. In this episode, Dr....
Training Our Sons to Honor Women
Strong Christian men show honor to women. How can we raise our sons toward this vision? How can we help our sons, even from young ages, to treat girls and women with dignity and value? In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share essential Scriptures and practical...
Out of Control: Screens, Phones & Tech
Is technology out of control in your house? Are all these screens doing more harm than good? Every family struggles with navigating media, phones, TV, and tech. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares from his experience, as a father of 7, some foundational principles...
Spiritual Warfare: Fight for Your Family
Our families are under spiritual attack. We need a battle plan. We are in the middle of a spiritual war, but we often act like it is not happening or fail to engage as we should. The demons working against our families with temptations, lies, and accusations. In this...
Spiritual Warfare: How Do Demons Work?
One of the reasons that Jesus came was to destroy the works of the devil. Angels and demons are real. They are engaged in an unseen spiritual war, and we are a part of it whether we realize it or not. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow explains, from the Bible, what...
Spiritual Warfare: Are Demons Real?
There is an unseen war happening right now in the spiritual realm and it affects our families. Angels and demons are real. They are active in our world and in our personal lives. But what are demons? What are they doing? How can we fight against them? In this episode,...
Will God Keep Me Safe?
Do you worry about God abandoning you? Are you afraid that if you sin too much, you could lose your salvation? The headlines today are filled with the fear of war, sickness, and death. And while we should certainly care for our lives, and the lives of our children in...
Best Of: Practical Steps Toward Oneness in Marriage
One of our most popular episodes from 2021! God created marriage so that husband and wife would become one in spirit and purpose. But oneness in marriage doesn't just happen. In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share biblical principles, and the ups and downs of...
The Mother-Son Relationship with special guest JD Rienow
Mothers and sons have a unique and vitally important relationship. In this special episode of Family Vision, JD Rienow (age 20) joins his mom, Amy, as they share the ups and downs of their mother-son relationship through JD's teen years. You will come away with key...
Do Your Kids Know Your Family Story?
Do your kids know the story of your life? Have they heard about your big God moments? God tells us in Psalm 78 to tell our children about "His might and the wonders He has done." Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share practical ways you can help your children and...
Teen Crushes, Living Together & More – Special Q&A Edition
In this special Q and A edition of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow respond to questions from listeners. A mom is concerned that their 16-year-old daughter is boy crazy. She is going from heart break to heart break. How can the mom help her daughter become...
Sibling Conflict, Big Families & More – Special Q&A Edition
In this special Q and A edition of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow respond to questions from listeners. A 10-year-old girl has a question about conflicts with her sister. A couple writes in with a personal question for Rob and Amy, "did you always want to have a...
Feeling Overwhelmed, Family Ministry & More – Special Q&A Edition
In this special Q and A edition of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow respond to questions from listeners. A mom writes in to share her feelings of guilt and being overwhelmed, as she is parenting three children under the age of 5. A church leader is exploring...
Enjoy Your Family Bible Time
Does your family read the Bible together? Is it fun or boring? In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow talk about creative ways to help your family enjoy reading the Bible together. If your family worship time is boring, or feels like school, your children will likely...
When Parents Spiritually Neglect Their Children
Do you have a passion in your heart to help your children follow Jesus? Parenting is exhausting. It sometimes feels like a victory just to get through each day. It is easy for us to lose focus on our most important parenting mission, which is to do to all in our...
The Lost Beauty of Modesty, Part 2
What does it mean to be modest? How do we have conversations about the virtue of modesty with our children? Special guest Laynie...
Fatherly Advice with Special Guest Carey Green
Fatherly advice. Do those two words bring you comfort or anxiety? In this special episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow...
The Lost Beauty of Modesty, Part 1
Modesty seems to be a forgotten virtue in our culture today. Should parents teach their kids to dress modestly? How should we...
Building Heart Connection with Your Kids
Do you have a heart-connected relationship with your kids? It is easy for days or even weeks to pass without connecting in a...
A Birth Announcement
Birth announcements are extraordinary moments. The entire Old Testament is filled with anticipation for the birth of Jesus. The...
Are You Kind to Your Kids?
We teach our kids the importance of kindness. But as parents are we kind to our kids? God tells us in 1 Corinthians 13 that love is kind. Therefore, in order to show love to our children we need to show them kindness. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share key...
A Christ-Centered Christmas
When we celebrate someone's birthday, with give them our personal attention. Sadly, when it comes to Christmas, it is far too...
Are You Patient with Your Kids?
Love is patient. If we want to love our children, we need to grow in patience. For parents, it is one of the most difficult virtues to practice. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share their parenting struggles along with hope and help from God's Word. Learn more...
A Time to Give Thanks
There is a big difference saying thank you, and being thankful. Join us as we talk about preparing for Thanksgiving, here on...
12-Year-Old Challenges
How does a child move from childhood to adulthood? How can we help our kids make this essential transition? Join Dr. Rob and Amy...
Responsibility & Privilege
Some kids have too many privileges and not enough responsibilities. Others have too many responsibilities, without their...
The Toddler Years, Part 2
Parenting during the toddler years have a powerful and long-lasting shaping effect on the hearts of our children. In this episode, Amy Rienow shares biblical principles, practical thoughts, and honest reflections for parenting toddlers. Find more Bible-driven help for...
The Toddler Years, Part 1
Terrible twos. Potty training. Bedtime. Tantrums. The toddler years! The first years of parenting are filled with unique joys and special challenges. Amy Rienow shares biblical principles, practical thoughts, and honest reflections for parenting toddlers. Find more...
The Power of The Family Schedule
What does your family schedule teach your children about your priorities? We live in a world of crazy schedules! The calendar choices that we make for our children and for our family have a powerful effect on their faith and values. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they...
27 Years & Learning
In a good marriage relationship, you never stop learning. Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow have been married for 27 years. In this...
Wedding Reflections
Weddings are life-changing and family-transforming events. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share reflections from the recent...
A Challenge for Husbands – A Conversation with Pastor Michael Johnson (Part 2)
What does it mean to be godly husband? What are practical ways that a husband can love, serve, and lead in marriage? In this episode, we will continue to hear from our guest, Pastor Michael Johnson from Gospel Fellowship Church. Pastor Michael shares a biblical,...
A Challenge for Husbands – A Conversation with Pastor Michael Johnson (Part 1)
What is God's calling, purpose, and mission for a husband? In this episode, we share a portion of a powerful message from Pastor Michael Johnson from Gospel Fellowship Church - www.gfc1.org - in Wheaton, IL. Pastor Michael challenges and encourages husbands from the...
Jesus is Enough
What does it mean to believe in Jesus? What does it mean to trust Him? For many of us, if we are honest, we sometimes struggle to believe that God will forgive our sins. We have sinned too often. We have sinned too big. We believe in Jesus but at the same time think...
Religious Exemption
Some businesses and government entities are requiring that employees or citizens take a particular medicine or face...
Do Kids Belong in Church? Part 2
Should we bring our kids to the big worship service, or is it better for them be in their own classes while we worship the other adults? How can we help our children get the most out of the corporate worship service and develop a deep, spiritual connection to our...
Do Kids Belong in Church? Part 1
Do kids belong in church? Should they be in big church with mom and dad? Join Dr. Rob Rienow as he explores this controversial...
Pros & Cons of Home Schooling
Home schooling is becoming an increasingly attractive option for families today. What are the pros and cons of home schooling?...
Pros & Cons of Christian Schooling
Choosing Christian education for your children can be a great blessing, but it is not without its challenges. What are the pros...
Pros & Cons of Public Schooling
Choosing Christian education for your children can be a great The majority of parents have their children in public schools. From a Christian perspective, this brings challenges and opportunities. Join Amy Rienow as she explores pros and cons of public schooling, with...
Developing Your Own Philosophy of Education, Part 2
The choices we make regarding the education of our children have far-reaching consequences. Join Amy Rienow as she encourages...
Developing Your Own Philosophy of Education, Part 1
The choices we make regarding the education of our children have far-reaching consequences. Join Amy Rienow as she encourages...
Discipline that Shapes the Heart, Part 2
Are you fed up with disobedience, whining, and disrespect from your kids? Are you losing your temper far too often? Join Dr. Rob...
Discipline that Shapes the Heart, Part 1
Quit it! Stop that! What is wrong with your kid? Are discipline situations driving you crazy? Join Dr. Rob Rienow as he talks about the difference between the world's perspective on discipline and a Christian perspective on discipleship. These biblical principles will...
Is the Bible Enough, Part 2
The demons and the world want to keep you away from the Bible. They want you to doubt it and reject it. They want you to believe human wisdom instead of God's wisdom. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow will encourage you to understand and embrace the sufficiency of...
Is the Bible Enough, Part 1
There is a constant spiritual battle in the world between the word of God and the word of man - the wisdom of God vs. the...
Sibling Drama, Part 2
What is God's plan for sibling relationships? Do you have a plan to help your children become best friends in Christ? Join...
Sibling Drama, Part 1
Sibling relationships can be a great blessing and a great challenge. Do you have a distinctively Christian vision for...
Practical Steps Toward Oneness in Marriage
Would you like to experience more oneness and unity in your marriage? Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share biblical...
Barriers to Oneness in Marriage
Every marriage experiences spiritual attack. Division, not oneness, is the default setting. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as...
Becoming One in Marriage
What does it mean for husband and wife to become one in marriage? Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share some of the ups...
Dads, Don’t Give Up!
Fathers, God has entrusted immortal souls to your care. We can't afford to lose heart or shrink back! Join Dr. Rob Rienow as...
Our Need for Family Worship
Does your family pray and read the Bible together? With crazy schedules and spiritual obstacles, many families struggle to...
Helping Our Children Spend Time with God
Does your child have a personal relationship with God? Does your child spend alone time with God, talking to Him in prayer...
Your Kids Need the Church
Sunday school and youth group can make a huge difference in the life of a child or teenager. But the centerpiece of our...
Rejection & Depression at Home
When it comes to parenting, we have all made mistakes, are making mistakes, and will make more mistakes. Amy Rienow shares...
Encouragement for Single Parents
Single parents face unique challenges. The "to do" list is overwhelming! In today's episode Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share...
Not So Perfect Mom, Part 2
When it comes to parenting, we have all made mistakes, are making mistakes, and will make more mistakes. Amy Rienow shares...
Parenting Through Sexual Confusion
Our kids are growing up in a sexually confused and supercharged culture. Every person, every child, struggles in some form...
Teaching Your Kids Sexuality 101
We live in a culture of sexual confusion, chaos, and lies. Christian parents need to understand God's truth about manhood,...
The Influence of the Firstborn Child
Firstborn children make a huge impact in a family system. Leadership and character can trickle down from the oldest child to...
Kids Sports: Blessing or Curse?
Sports can make a big impact in life of your child and your family. But sports can also get out of control - financially,...
Planning a Family Retreat
Planning a family retreat or experiencing a family camp can make a huge difference in your faith and family relationships....
Not So Perfect Mom
Many moms live under the burden of guilt and a constant feeling of falling short. In today's episode, Dr. Rob Rienow...
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 4
God used the early Christian families to spread the good news of Jesus. He wants to use our families to do the same thing...
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 3
What did Jesus teach about family relationships? What can we learn from Jesus' relationship with His own family? In part...
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 2
God created your family for a Kingdom purpose. Throughout the Bible, God connects His plan for the world with families. In...
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 1
Are you concerned about conflict and divisions in the nation? Healing nations begins in our homes. From the beginning, God...
I Wish My Parents Had… with Lissy Rienow
Lissy Rienow joins her father, Dr. Rob Rienow, to encourage parents to build strong relationships with their teens in order...
Breaking Through To Your Teen with Lissy Rienow
Lissy Rienow joins Dr. Rob Rienow and reflects on important lessons that the Lord taught her during her teen years, as well...
A Family Miracle
Does your family need a miracle of healing and reconciliation? Join Dr. Rob Rienow as he shares the miraculous story of...
Healing Family Relationships Through Prayer
All families struggle with hurt and conflict. Join Dr. Rob Rienow as he shares three powerful prayer strategies to seek...
Celebrating Jesus’ Birthday with Laynie Rienow
Imagine a birthday party where everyone gets presents except the birthday boy! Join Dr. Rob, Amy, and special guest Laynie...
Helping Our Children with COVID Anxiety
The pandemic is causing tremendous levels of stress and anxiety in our children. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share...
Holding Fast to God’s Word
Is your Bible gathering dust? Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow for an encouraging conversation about the power and necessity of...
Training Your Kids to Become Producers
Are your kids consumers or producers? In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share practical ways every member of your home...
Growing in Family Worship, Part 2
Does your family pray together? Maybe you worship God at church, but do you ever worship God together at home? Dr. Rob and...
Growing in Family Worship, Part 1
Every family needs God's grace and strength. But most families struggle with family prayer and Bible reading. In this...
Fighting Back Against Anger
Every family struggles with anger. Sometimes it is hot and in your face. Other times anger simmers below the surface. In...
Discovering God’s Purpose for Your Family
God loves your family. He brought you together for a reason! In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share the story of...