Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

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. 

In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow continues his conversation with special guest Elizabeth Urbanowicz from Foundation Worldview. They dive into the importance of teaching young children about manhood, womanhood, and gender from a biblical perspective. Elizabeth shares practical tips on how to introduce these topics to preschool and early elementary-aged kids in a way that is both age-appropriate and grounded in Scripture. They also discuss the curriculum from Foundation Worldview, God's Good Design, which aims to equip parents with tools to guide their children through these sensitive subjects. The episode emphasizes the need for ongoing, positive conversations to help children understand and embrace God's good design for their lives. Featured Resources Foundation Worldview YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FoundationWorldview  Foundation Worldview Podcast: https://foundationworldview.com/podcast  Visionary Parenting: Get a bible-driven game plan for Christian parenting: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting Prayer Support: Email Visionary Family Ministries for prayer support and top share feedback about this episide: podcast@visionaryfam.com Watch or Listen & Subscribe on your favorite podcasting service: YouTube: http://youtube.visionaryfam.com Rumble: http://rumble.visionaryfam.com  Apple Podcasts: http://apple.visionaryfam.com Website: http://podcast.visionaryfam.com More Resources to Help Your Family: Website: http://visionaryfam.com Parenting: http://parenting.visionaryfam.com Marriage: http://marriage.visionaryfam.com Family: http://family.visionaryfam.com Family Ministry: http://churches.visionaryfam.com Books & Resources: http://shop.visionaryfam.com

In today's episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries is joined by special guest Elizabeth Urbanowicz from Foundation Worldview. Together, they explore the importance of starting conversations about manhood, womanhood, and gender at an early age, well before the teenage years. Elizabeth shares insights on why it's crucial for parents to introduce these topics to their children first, ensuring they receive a biblical understanding of gender and family before encountering confusion and falsehoods from the world. They also discuss Foundation Worldview's new curriculum, God's Good Design, which aims to help parents instill a Christian worldview in their young children. Their conversation emphasizes the need for proactive parenting in today's culture, where children are exposed to various messages at increasingly younger ages. Featured Resources Foundation Worldview: https://foundationworldview.com  God's Good Design: https://foundationworldview.com/curriculum/gods-good-design  Foundation Worldview YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FoundationWorldview Foundation Worldview Podcast: https://foundationworldview.com/podcast  Visionary Parenting: Get a bible-driven game plan for Christian parenting: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting Prayer Support: Email Visionary Family Ministries for prayer support and top share feedback about this episide: podcast@visionaryfam.com Watch or Listen & Subscribe on your favorite podcasting service: YouTube: http://youtube.visionaryfam.com Rumble: http://rumble.visionaryfam.com  Apple Podcasts: http://apple.visionaryfam.com Website: http://podcast.visionaryfam.com More Resources to Help Your Family: Website: http://visionaryfam.com Parenting: http://parenting.visionaryfam.com Marriage: http://marriage.visionaryfam.com Family: http://family.visionaryfam.com Family Ministry: http://churches.visionaryfam.com Books & Resources: http://shop.visionaryfam.com

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 powerful tool for sparking spiritual conversations with children of all ages. They discuss the importance of guiding media choices and how different films, like Free Guy and The Bad Guys, contain gospel themes that can lead to deeper discussions about our faith. Tim also shares examples of how even the most unexpected films, such as Kung Fu Panda and The Lord of the Rings, mirror the gospel's story arc, offering opportunities for parents to connect with their kids on a spiritual level. Tune in to discover how you can use popular media to foster meaningful conversations with your family, equipping them to see the world through the lens of Scripture. Featured Resources Books from Tim Chaffey - Amazon Page Tilt Shift TV - https://www.answers.tv/tilt-shift Visionary Parenting: Get a bible-driven game plan for Christian parenting: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting Prayer Support: Email Visionary Family Ministries for prayer support and top share feedback about this episide: podcast@visionaryfam.com Parents, get equipping to build a stronger relationship with your teen with Lissy's book "The Heart of Your Teen": https://visionaryfam.com/shop/the-heart-of-your-teen/ Download Lissy Bailey's free devotional for kids and teens, "Living For Christ at Home": https://visionaryfam.com/honor/ Watch or Listen & Subscribe on your favorite podcasting service: YouTube: http://youtube.visionaryfam.com Rumble: http://rumble.visionaryfam.com  Apple Podcasts: http://apple.visionaryfam.com Website: http://podcast.visionaryfam.com More Resources to Help Your Family: Website: http://visionaryfam.com Parenting: http://parenting.visionaryfam.com Marriage: http://marriage.visionaryfam.com Family: http://family.visionaryfam.com Family Ministry: http://churches.visionaryfam.com Books & Resources: http://shop.visionaryfam.com  

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 to compare everything they consume with truth from God's Word. The conversation touches on the challenges parents face in guiding their children through media choices and the value of discussing both the positive and negative elements of films. They also delve into the presence of gospel themes in popular media, offering practical advice for sparking meaningful conversations with kids. Tim shares insights from his new TV show, Tilt Shift, which is designed to help families navigate media with a biblical worldview. Tune in to learn how to engage with media thoughtfully and intentionally, equipping your family to make wise choices. Featured Resources Books from Tim Chaffey - Amazon Page Tilt Shift TV - https://www.answers.tv/tilt-shift Visionary Parenting: Get a bible-driven game plan for Christian parenting: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting Prayer Support: Email Visionary Family Ministries for prayer support and top share feedback about this episide: podcast@visionaryfam.com