Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

Merry Christmas! In this 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. Greg shares his powerful testimony of family transformation, touching upon the miraculous work of Jesus in his life and his family. From discussing violent family backgrounds to witnessing the incredible power of the Gospel, this episode is filled with real-life stories of transformation and hope. This episode is a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas and the transformative power of Christ's love. Get Greg’s book, Unlikely Fighter, https://www.amazon.com/Unlikely-Fighter-Fatherless-Overcame-Confusion/dp/1496451554 Watch this new video: The Heart of Visionary Family Ministries: https://youtu.be/m7Trwzp1yXU?si=zK1XZsPYzulkIoHM You can bring hope and help to families around the world by becoming a VFM financial partner. Learn more at www.visionaryfam.com/donate Learn more about the Visionary Family Weekend Away at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. June 7-9, 2024 – www.VisionaryFam.com/retreat

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 us to SHINE for Him. Do you shine for Jesus to those around you? In today’s episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share about this vital calling to “shine” for Christ in our dark world. Discover Amy Rienow’s new women’s Bible study, “Shine: Embracing God’s Heart for You”: https://visionaryfam.com/shine/ Learn more about the Shine Bible Study, Prayer Journal, Leader’s Guide, and Online Experience: https://visionaryfam.com/shine/ Shine is ideal for your next women’s Bible study. The study also connects well with high school and college age girls. Watch this new video: The Heart of Visionary Family Ministries: https://youtu.be/m7Trwzp1yXU?si=zK1XZsPYzulkIoHM You can bring hope and help to families around the world by becoming a VFM financial partner. Learn more at: http://www.visionaryfam.com/donate Learn more about the Visionary Family Weekend Away at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. June 7-9, 2024: http://www.VisionaryFam.com/retreat

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 Scriptures in which God calls women to a strong faith and to shine for Him in this dark world. Discover Amy Rienow’s new women’s Bible study, “Shine: Embracing God’s Heart for You” - https://visionaryfam.com/shine/ Learn more about the Shine Bible Study, Prayer Journal, Leader’s Guide, and Online Experience: https://visionaryfam.com/shine/ Shine is ideal for your next women’s Bible study. The study also connects well with high school and college age girls. Watch this new video: The Heart of Visionary Family Ministries: https://youtu.be/m7Trwzp1yXU?si=zK1XZsPYzulkIoHM You can bring hope and help to families around the world by becoming a VFM financial partner. Learn more at: https://www.visionaryfam.com/donate Learn more about the Visionary Family Weekend Away at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. June 7-9, 2024: https://www.VisionaryFam.com/retreat

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 your entire family grow in your love for Jesus this Christmas season. Watch “The Heart of Visionary Family Ministries”: https://youtu.be/m7Trwzp1yXU You can bring hope and help to families around the world by becoming a VFM financial partner. Learn more at www.visionaryfam.com/donate Learn more about the Visionary Family Weekend Away at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. June 7-9, 2024: https:// www.VisionaryFam.com/retreat Discover more Bible-driven resources to strengthen your faith and family at our online store: https://visionaryfam.com/bookstore/

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 their family relationships. He also talks about biblical principles for setting up boundaries in unhealthy relationships. Please share this with young adults in your life!

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 their family relationships. He also talks about biblical principles for setting up boundaries in unhealthy relationships. Discover more about forgiveness and family healing in Rob’s book "Healing Family Relationships": https://visionaryfam.com/shop/healing-family-relationships

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 possibility of getting married or being a parent? Rob and Amy Rienow were honored to speak at in a chapel service at Olivet Nazarene University in October 2023. They encouraged students to engage in their family relationships, both now and in the future. Please share this podcast with the young adults in your life.

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 honored to speak at in a chapel service at Olivet Nazarene University in October 2023. They encouraged students to engage in their family relationships, both now and in the future. Please share this podcast with the young adults in your life.

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 what we sow, individually as well as culturally. What can families do to establish new patterns and a more godly environment for our children? Learn more about transforming practices for your church and family in Rob’s book “Visionary Church: How Your Church Can Strengthen Families": https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-church

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 principle of learning to stand alone for Christ. Capture a Christian vision for your parenting through Rob and Amy’s book, Visionary Parenting: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting  Experience the Visionary Parenting Video Bible Study with your small group or church class: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-video-bible-study Learn new ways to connect with a teenager who may be cold and distant through Rob and Amy’s book, Five Reasons For Spiritual Apathy in Teens: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/five-reasons-for-spiritual-apathy-in-teens