Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

In this bonus episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow explores crucial questions about the role of Christians in politics. Should Christians vote or engage in political issues? Should churches speak out on government matters? Drawing from Scripture, Rob discusses God's sovereignty over nations, the biblical mandate for citizens in a democracy, and the responsibility Christians have to influence their society toward righteousness. Featured Resources: Visionary Church: How Your Church Can Strengthen Families – Explore the biblical relationship between families, churches, and governments: https://visionaryfam.com/churches  Family Worship Guides – Equip your family to engage with Scripture on important cultural issues: https://visionaryfam.com/family-worship-genesis/  For prayer requests or questions, email Rob and Amy Rienow at podcast@visionaryfam.com 

In this special episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow dives into the life-changing truth that every person is made in the image of God. Focusing on Genesis 1:26-27, Rob unpacks how this biblical truth answers three essential questions for teens: What is our nature? What is our value? And what is our purpose? This episode is perfect for families - and especially kids and teens - looking to find their true identity and worth in Christ. Featured Resources: Free Teen Devotional: Living for Christ at Home by Lisey Bailey. Download it FREE at: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/living-for-christ-at-home/  Email your questions and prayer requersts to: podcast@visionaryfam.com 

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 love with firm boundaries, comment on the trend of gentle parenting, handling toddler tantrums. They also discuss the controversial subject of spanking. Get insights to strengthen your parenting approach and cultivate godly character in your children. Featured Resources Not So Perfect Mom: A foundational book for nurturing parent-child relationships across all stages, focusing on embracing what matters most: https://visionaryfam.com/notsoperfectmom  Visionary Parenting: This resource dives deeper into managing behavior versus discipline and offers insights on discipline strategies for toddlers and teenagers: https://visionaryfam.com/visionary-parenting/  The Heart of Your Teen: Get Lissy Bailey's book for parents. Understand and connect with your teen! https://visionaryfam.com/teens/

In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow welcomes his friend Steve Leitch, an adventure swimmer and a man of deep faith. Steve shares his incredible story of swimming the 28-mile Molokai Channel in Hawaii—an intense journey filled with shark shields, stingrays, jellyfish, and 13 hours of open water. Beyond the physical challenges, Steve dives into the spiritual lessons he’s learned through swimming and life, including his battle with addiction, his relationship with his father, and how his faith has been central in his journey of recovery and adventure. The conversation also touches on Steve’s documentary Beyond the Shoreline: The Channel of Bones, which captures his epic swim and the personal stories that shaped his life. Steve’s wife, Kelly, played a vital role in supporting him throughout the swim and continues to be a cornerstone in his faith and family life. Join this inspiring conversation about faith, family, and pushing the limits of what’s possible. Don’t miss this incredible adventure, both in the water and in following Jesus. To watch Beyond the Shoreline: The Channel of Bones, visit: https://beyondtheshoreline.org  For prayer requests or questions, email Rob and Amy Rienow at podcast@visionaryfam.com.

In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow welcomes back Barrett Johnson, author of Disciple Them Like Jesus, for part two of their discussion. They explore how parents can follow the five key principles Jesus used to disciple His followers—abiding, modeling, teaching, applying, and connecting. Together, they unpack practical ways to lead children to follow Jesus, emphasizing the importance of starting with our own relationship with God and modeling a life of faith for our children. Don’t miss this powerful conversation, and be sure to pick up a copy of Barrett’s new book, Disciple Them Like Jesus, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0764243829  Join us for the VFM Thanksgiving Ball, November 10, 2024 - www.VisionaryFam.com/ball  

In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow welcomes back special guest Barrett Johnson, a longtime friend and ministry partner. Barrett shares an update on his ongoing battle with cancer and discusses his latest book, Disciple Them Like Jesus. Together, they dive into how Jesus’ approach to discipling can be applied to parenting and raising children to follow Christ. They explore how the Great Commission and Acts 1:8 reveal that making disciples begins right at home, with our own families. If you are a parent seeking to lead your children in their spiritual walk or have older children who may have strayed from the faith, this episode offers hope and practical wisdom for engaging them in meaningful ways. Don’t miss this powerful conversation, and be sure to pick up a copy of Barrett’s new book, Disciple Them Like Jesus, available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0764243829 

True repentance is key in our walk with God and in our relationships with others. In this episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries explore the difference between true and false repentance, continuing their series on how to biblically handle conflict. They share insights from one of their favorite resources, the Brother Offended Checklist, and explore biblical principles for navigating hurt and conflict in families. Through personal stories and practical guidance, Rob and Amy discuss the signs of true repentance, such as accepting consequences, a softened heart, and a renewed relationship with God and others. They also offer a helpful five-step process for teaching children how to ask for forgiveness when they have hurt others. This episode encourages parents to turn moments of conflict into opportunities for spiritual growth. Featured Resources: Brother Offended Checklist — A step-by-step biblical walkthrough on how to respond when we get hurt, available at: https://www.doorposts.com/details.aspx?id=5  For more information on upcoming Visionary Family Ministries events and to access resources like their book Visionary Parenting, visit visionaryfam.com/parenting  

Is your child known as a peacemaker? In this episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries continue their discussion on how to help children handle conflict, hurt, and offense in a Christ-like way. They delve deeper into the Brother Offended Checklist, a powerful resource from Doorposts.com that offers a step-by-step biblical guide for navigating conflicts. Learn how to cultivate a spirit of generosity, teach your kids to ask themselves if they are making situations better or worse, and encourage them to become peacemakers! Rob and Amy share from Proverbs 20:3 and Matthew 5:9, as well as the challenges they have experienced in their own family life. Also, find out about upcoming Visionary Family Ministries events near you, including special gatherings and conferences aimed at strengthening families. Featured Resources: Brother Offended Checklist — A step-by-step biblical walkthrough on how to respond when we get hurt, available at: Doorposts.com/Details.aspx?id=5 For more information on upcoming Visionary Family Ministries events and to access resources like their book Visionary Parenting, visit VisionaryFam.com/Parenting.

Are you tired of constant conflicts at home? Do you feel like every family vacation turns into a battle zone? Join Rob and Amy Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries as they delve into a biblical approach to conflict resolution in this episode of Family Vision. They introduce "The Brother Offended Checklist," a powerful tool from Doorposts.com designed to guide parents and children through biblical principles for managing conflicts and handling offenses. Rob and Amy share personal stories and practical steps, including evaluating offenses, removing the "plank" from your own eye, and teaching children to be peacemakers rather than tattletales. They explore how these teachings can change the dynamic in your home, fostering peace and understanding among siblings, friends, and even within marriage. Tune in to this episode to start your journey toward a more peaceful home. Don’t forget to check out their upcoming VFM events, where you can strengthen your faith and family relationships. Visit visionaryfam.com/events for more information. Brother Offended Checklist: https://www.doorposts.com/details.aspx?id=5 Upcoming VFM Events: https://visionaryfam.com/events/ Start reading Healing Family Relationships: https://visionaryfam.com/healing/  

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 Visionary Family Ministries dive into a crucial conversation about the impact of technology on families and how to navigate this digital landscape with biblical principles. You will learn practical ways to create an open relationship with your kids on these complicated subjects, as well as the essential principle of keeping all tech use "open" so that kids don't get trapped and tempted with a secret online life.  Rob and Amy share personal stories and insights from their experiences with their children and from conversations with other teens about the challenges of growing up in a tech-saturated world.