

Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice
Dr. Rob & Amy Rienow
Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow provide practical, encouraging, and real conversations about faith and family. Each episode will give you hope and encouragement to grow in your faith and strengthen your family. Family Vision is the podcast ministry of Visionary Family Ministries.
Discover more resources to help your family at visonaryfam.com
Questions or comments? Email us at info@visionaryfam.com
Discover more resources to help your family at visonaryfam.com
Questions or comments? Email us at info@visionaryfam.com
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Jun 10, 2024 • 16min
My Husband Won't Lead
Many Christian wives are feeling lonely and discouraged in their marriage relationship because husbands often struggle with spiritual passivity at home. This was the case for many years in Rob and Amy's marriage. Rob was not engaging the family in prayer, Scripture, or discipleship with the family. What does it take for this pattern to change? How can a wife help her husband without being critical or shaming? How can a husband experience repentance and transformation? How can a wife experience repentance and transformation? Featured Resources Rob and Amy's couples Bible study, Visionary Marriage, will help you capture a biblical vision for unity in your marriage. Start reading today: https://VisionaryFam.com/Marriage

Jun 3, 2024 • 18min
When Parents are Spiritually Separated
What happens when two parents are on different pages spiritually? What happens when two parents are "unequally yoked?" Rob and Amy Rienow dive into this complicated subject, and share about their experiences growing up in homes with Christian mothers and non-Christian fathers. Rob and Amy share biblical principles and practical approaches for couples and parents. Featured Resources Catch a vision for a unified marriage in the practical and powerful book, Visionary Marriage: https://visionaryfam.com/marriage Watch a summary of the Visionary Marriage message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hhTpMW2cs8 The Salvation Story of Rob's father: https://visionaryfam.com/s02e10

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May 30, 2024 • 12min
Rules Don't Change Hearts - A Conversation with Adam Page
In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow continues his conversation with Pastor Adam Page, focusing on combating legalism in Christian parenting. Pastor Adam, from Amelia Baptist Church in Florida, talks about the destructive nature of legalistic parenting and practical ways parents can grow in true discipleship. Adam also shares how many young people have hard hearts toward their parents, and God, in part because of the rules-based home they were raised in. God calls parents to build a heart connected relationship with our children so that we can help them build a heart connected relationship with God. Featured Resources Visit Amelia Baptist Church's YouTube channel to watch sermons and teachings by Pastor Adam Page: https://www.youtube.com/@AmeliaBaptistChurch Tune into the "We Bear Witness" Podcast on all major platforms for more discussions on family and faith: https://www.ameliabaptist.org/wbwp-podcast/

May 27, 2024 • 18min
The Danger of Legalistic Parenting - A Conversation with Adam Page
Legalistic parenting can crush the hearts of our kids. Dr. Rob Rienow engages in a profound conversation with Pastor Adam Page about the dangers of legalistic parenting within Christian families. Adam, the preaching pastor at Amelia Island Baptist Church, shares his personal and pastoral insights on the impact of rules without grace. Discover how legalistic parenting can harden the hearts of children and hinder their spiritual growth. More importantly, you will come away with practical ways to build a healthy heart connection with your children in order to help them grow in their walk with God. Featured Resources Visit Amelia Baptist Church's YouTube channel to watch sermons and teachings by Pastor Adam Page: https://www.youtube.com/@AmeliaBaptistChurch Tune into the "We Bear Witness" Podcast on all major platforms for more discussions on family and faith: https://www.ameliabaptist.org/wbwp-podcast/

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May 20, 2024 • 20min
Protecting the Hearts of Our Kids - A Conversation with Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh
Join us for a crucial continuation of our discussion on human trafficking in this latest episode of Family Vision. Host Amy Rienow welcomes guests Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh. Rachel continues to share her story of surviving trafficking and how she has experienced God's mercy and healing. Parents will be encouraged with practical action steps to create an emotionally safe home and be on guard for potentially unhealthy relationships. Featured Resources: Read Rachel Timothy's book "Open Blind Eyes" to delve deeper into her personal story and the broader issue of human trafficking. Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/166414367X Listen to their podcast "Stop Suffering In Silence" on trauma and trafficking recovery: https://stopsuffering.org/stop-sis-podcast/ Explore resources and support through Stop Suffering In Silence at https://stopsuffering.org

May 16, 2024 • 27min
The Crisis of Human Trafficking - A Conversation with Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh
In this crucial episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow leads a much needed discussion on the often overlooked crisis of human trafficking within our communities. Special guests Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh share their expertise and personal experiences to shed light on this pervasive issue. Rachel, a survivor and author of "Open Blind Eyes," recounts her harrowing journey through child trafficking. Denise, co-founder of Stop Suffering In Silence, discusses their joint efforts in raising awareness and providing support for trauma survivors. Rachel and Denise share the hope and healing that Christ can give for those who have experienced trauma as well as practical ways that Christian parents, families, and churches can protect children. Featured Resources: Read Rachel Timothy's book "Open Blind Eyes" to delve deeper into her personal story and the broader issue of human trafficking. Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/166414367X Listen to their podcast "Stop Suffering In Silence" on trauma and trafficking recovery: https://stopsuffering.org/stop-sis-podcast/ Explore resources and support through Stop Suffering In Silence at https://stopsuffering.org

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May 13, 2024 • 18min
Build Your House Upon the Rock - A Conversation with Dakota Lynch
Jesus calls us to build our lives on "the rock." According to Jesus that means hearing His Words and doing them (Matthew 7:24). In this inspiring episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow welcomes back Dakota Lynch from Scripture Memory Fellowship to delve deeper into the transformative practice of memorizing scripture. Have you found trying to memorize the Bible boring or too difficult? Dakota Lynch will encourage with practical ways to hide God's Word in your heart. Dakota illustrates how embedding God's Word deeply into our hearts can fundamentally change our lives and strengthen our faith during times of trial. Featured Resources: Explore Scripture Memory Fellowship and its resources for families at https://scripturememory.com Learn about their unique Scripture Memory Camp and how to participate: https://scripturememory.com/camp

May 9, 2024 • 14min
The Power of Memorizing Scripture - A Conversation with Dakota Lynch
Dr. Rob Rienow welcomes Dakota Lynch from Scripture Memory Fellowship to discuss the transformative power of memorizing the Bible. Dakota shares his personal journey of turning to Scripture during a turbulent time in his life and how this practice deeply influenced his spiritual growth. Does the idea of memorizing Scripture passages seem daunting, difficult, or even boring? You will want to listen to this conversation. Dakota also delves into the history of Scripture Memory Fellowship and its longstanding impact through summer camps and memory courses that have impacted the lives of thousands of kids (and adults!) Featured Resources: Explore Scripture Memory Fellowship and its resources for families at https://scripturememory.com Learn about their unique Scripture Memory Camp and how to participate: https://scripturememory.com/camp

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May 6, 2024 • 13min
Healing From Father Wounds - A Conversation with John Finch
Dr. Rob Rienow and John Finch continue their discussion about the impact of a father's absence on personal and family life. Drawing from his own painful experience of losing his father at a young age, John delves into how this loss influenced his journey as a father to three daughters and in his ministry as a husband. John shares about the power of God's love in his life that has transformed his misison as a father and husbands. There is hope for all who have experienced father wounds. Featured Resources: Watch "The Father Effect" film for free on YouTube, offering a deeper insight into the effects of father absence: https://youtube.com/TheFatherEffect Explore John Finch's journey and solutions in his book "The Father Effect: Hope and Healing from a Dad's Absence," available here: https://thefathereffect1.gumroad.com/l/paperbackbook

May 2, 2024 • 19min
The Father Effect - A Conversation with John Finch
In this compelling episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined by John Finch, author and filmmaker behind "The Father Effect." They dive deep into the profound and often painful impact of a father's absence on one's life. John shares his personal journey of grappling with his father's suicide at a young age, exploring themes of anger, forgiveness, and ultimate healing that reshaped his understanding of fatherhood and personal relationship with God. John discusses his book and film, both titled "The Father Effect," which provide insights and resources for healing from a dad's absence and becoming the father one was never able to have. Featured Resources: Watch "The Father Effect" film for free on YouTube, offering a deeper insight into the effects of father absence: https://youtube.com/TheFatherEffect Explore John Finch's journey and solutions in his book "The Father Effect: Hope and Healing from a Dad's Absence," available here: https://thefathereffect1.gumroad.com/l/paperbackbook Grow in your mission as a father through Rob and Amy Rienow's book "Visionary Parenting" available here: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting/


