Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

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 compelled them to come? In Bradford's book, Of Plymouth Plantation, he explains how their love for God, their love for their children, and their love for the Gospel motivated them to risk everything.  Gather your family to learn how the Pilgrims' faith, courage, and vision continue to shape our understanding of Thanksgiving and God's providence today. Featured Resources: Of Plymouth Plantation by William Bradford: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0075542811 What If Jesus Had Never Been Born? by D. James Kennedy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0849920795/ The Value of Every Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmQjQIdtkfw  Visionary Family Ministries Conferences – Learn how to host an event at: https://visionaryfam.com/host-a-conference/ 

Continuing the conversation on blended families, Ron Deal joins Rob Rienow to address complex topics, including favoritism, step-parenting roles, and co-parenting with a non-believer. With biblical wisdom and practical advice, this episode equips families to tackle challenges like unjust courts, strained relationships, and creating a culture of belonging. Learn how to deepen connections within your stepfamily while growing in Christ. Featured Resource: Preparing to Blend: A comprehensive premarital book for couples forming blended families. Perfect for individual use or group counseling. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GD14T22 Dating and the Single Parent: Guidance for navigating dating and blending families. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S1DKZ36 Family Life: To explore these tools and learn more, visit https://www.familylife.com/blended 

Blended families and step-families face unique challenges. In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow welcomes Ron Deal, founder of FamilyLife Blended, to share insights, resources, and encouragement for stepfamilies seeking to grow in unity. Topics include essential steps for thriving as a blended family, how to approach re-marriage conversations with children, and creating heart connection in the home. This conversation will equip you with wisdom and biblical tools to help your step-family relationships thrive. Featured Resource: Preparing to Blend: A comprehensive premarital book for couples forming blended families. Perfect for individual use or group counseling. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GD14T22 Dating and the Single Parent: Guidance for navigating dating and blending families. Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09S1DKZ36 Family Life: To explore these tools and learn more, visit https://www.familylife.com/blended 

Feeling exhausted as a parent? You're not alone! In this episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow and her daughter Lissy Bailey tackle parenting questions about sleep schedules, guilt, and building strong connections with your child. Together, they explore the importance of understanding each child's unique needs and the value of giving yourself grace as a parent. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the expectations placed on parents, this episode offers encouragement and practical wisdom rooted in biblical truth. 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  Family Worship Guides - Engage your family in spiritual growth through Genesis & Exodus: https://visionaryfam.com/familyworship  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 special episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow explores the question of life's purpose through a biblical lens. Drawing from Genesis 1, Rob explains how being made in God's image defines our nature, value, and purpose. He challenges listeners to reflect Christ in their daily lives, especially at home. Through scripture and personal insights, this episode encourages believers to shine God's light and glorify Him in all aspects of life. Featured Resources: 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/  Living for Christ at Home by Lisey Bailey. Download this FREE teen devotional at: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/living-for-christ-at-home/  Email your questions and prayer requersts to: podcast@visionaryfam.com 

In this episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow and her daughter, Lissy Bailey, dive into listener questions on parenting toddlers and young children. They discuss the challenges of balancing quality time, setting boundaries around screen time, and incorporating spiritual growth into daily routines.  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 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.