Family Shield

At the moment of Jesus' death, the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook and the rocks split. What does the tearing of the curtain in the temple mean? How many days did Jesus appear to people after His resurrection, and how many people at once saw him after the resurrection? We spend a lot of time before Easter learning about the suffering and death of Jesus for our sins, but do we know as much about what Jesus did after He rose bodily from the dead? Some years ago I prepared a resurrection quiz. Today we'll talk about the days after His resurrection and why Family Shield Ministries wants to equip individuals and their families to know, grow and go for Christ.

What do Jehovah's Witnesses teach and believe that's different from the Body of Christ? Why would an active Jehovah's Witness decide to leave the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society? Why does leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses cause family conflict? And why are some ex-Jehovah's Witnesses disfellowshipped?

Where do parents go for help when they suspect that their child is taking drugs? What signs and symptoms should we watch for? How can parents find resources that will help? And what should we do when we know our child is on drugs?

"And these words, which I am commanding you today, shall be on your heart; and you shall teach them diligently to your sons and daughters, and talk to them when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way and when you lie down and when you rise up."(Deuteronomy 6:6-8). The church faces many challenges in today's world. How can congregations reach and engage millenials and help them raise their children to know and love Jesus? Why is teaching the faith at home so important? What is the church's role in faith formation? And how does the church partner with the home to strengthen today's families? Stay tuned today as we talk about strong families produce lasting faith. My guest is Ben Froedenberg, director of Concordia Center for the Family, and professor of Family Life Education at Concordia University. He's also the founder of Family Friendly Partners.

What is Pentecost? Why do Christians believe Pentecost represents the birth of the church? What happened at Pentecost? What languages, or tongues, did the apostles and disciples speak in, and what did they say? Why is the Holy Spirit so important to us as Christians?

The soaring divorce rate indicates that great marriages don't just happen. All couples have conflict and disagreements. How do couples learn to fight fair and communicate effectively? Join us today as we discuss handling conflict and fighting fair. My guest is Marty Lindvedt, a Christian counselor.

What is spiritual warfare? How can Christians learn to stand firm and put on the full armor of God? How do we learn to resist the schemes of the devil and serve the Lord in all circumstances? Join us today as I intervew Rev. Michael Newman. Our topic - Spiritual Warfare in Today's Families.

What causes Christians who believe in Jesus to seemingly give up hope and take their own lives? How is mental illness involved? Why do so many people assume that Christians who commit suicide have lost their faith in Christ and are lost forever? And what does God's Word really say about sin and grace? My guest today is Rev. Peter Preus. He's the author of the book, And She Was a Christian: Why Do Believers Commit Suicide? In his book, he shares the story of his wife's suicide. During today's interview, we will find hope and help, especially for those that have experienced the suicide of a loved one.

Recently someone asked me why Family Shield Ministries exists. Another way to say this is why do we do what we do? It's simple -- it's all about Jesus. Today we'll talk about Jesus, who He is, and what He's done for you and me.

Host Kay L. Meyer with guest Vicar Alex Schrader Why would a husband and father with over 18 years of experience in the information technology field decide to attend Concordia Seminary to become a pastor? How did the Lord guide this family as they made this decision? What does becoming a pastor involve, and how has it impacted his family? Join us today as I interview Vicar Alex Schrader. He's in his third year at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis.