In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow tackle the sensitive topic of managing relationships with difficult grandparents. They address a listener's concern about maintaining a healthy connection between their teens and a grandmother who is negative towards their faith and involved in potentially harmful practices. The Rienows offer biblical, compassionate insights and practical advice on setting boundaries while still honoring family ties. They share personal experiences and...

Dive deep into one of the most perplexing scriptures about family in this episode of Family Vision with Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow. They confront the confusing command from Jesus about "hating" one's family to be His disciple. The Rienows unpack the cultural and historical context of this scripture, clarifying its meaning for contemporary believers and their relationships with family members who may not share their faith. Whether you're struggling with opposition from family members or simply...

Join Dr. Rob Rienow on Family Vision as he continues his conversation with Dr. Scott Turansky from the National Center for Biblical Parenting. This special bonus episode focuses on developing emotional intelligence in children. Dr. Turansky provides an in-depth exploration of emotional intelligence, breaking it down into its core components and discussing how to nurture these skills in children. He addresses the varying levels of emotional awareness and responsiveness in children, offering...

In this special bonus episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow is joined by Dr. Scott Turansky from the National Center for Biblical Parenting. They delve into the complex world of children's emotions, discussing the challenges faced by children who either express excessive emotions or seem withdrawn and unemotional. Dr. Turansky shares expert advice on how parents can effectively navigate and respond to their children's emotional states, emphasizing the importance of understanding and...

In this episode of "Family Vision," Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow of Visionary Family Ministries explore the essential theme of sustaining a vibrant spiritual life within the family. Utilizing the metaphor of a Christmas tree's need for constant hydration, the Rienows share personal stories and scriptural teachings to highlight the importance of remaining spiritually connected. The episode unfolds with the Rienows sharing their family tradition of selecting a Christmas tree from Ben's tree farm....

Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow in this insightful episode of Family Vision as they delve into the importance of spiritual resolutions for the new year. Discover how their family tradition of celebrating Jesus' birthday shapes their faith journey and hear about their latest seminar on helping teens maintain their faith. Learn from their personal experiences and get inspired to make your own spiritual commitments. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your family's faith and start the new year...

Join Rob and Amy Rienow from Visionary Family Ministries as they dive into an important and often controversial topic: couples living together before marriage. In this insightful episode, they explore the modern phenomenon of cohabitation, armed with statistics from the 2020 census and insights from a September 2023 brides.com article. Discover why this trend, which has become increasingly common, may not be the "test run" for marriage it's often thought to be. Featured Resources: ...

Join us for an enriching episode of Family Vision as Rob Rienow engages in a meaningful New Year's conversation with special guest Greg Stier, founder of the international Dare to Share movement. This episode, titled "Gospel Advancing Families," explores the vital role of parents in nurturing a gospel-centric environment at home. Discover practical strategies for equipping both children and adults to share the good news of Jesus with confidence. From initiating gospel conversations to...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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":...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Marriages can grow by learning from the past. If you could go back to your first year of marriage, what things would you do differently? As Rob and Amy recently celebrated their 29th anniversary, they turn back to the clock to consider what they would have done differently in the early years of their marriage. Couples can find encouragement for their marriage in Rob and Amy’s book, Visionary Marriage: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-marriage Experience the Visionary Marriage Video...

If you could go back to your first year of marriage, what things would you do differently? As Rob and Amy recently celebrated their 29th anniversary, they turn back to the clock to consider what they would have done differently in the early years of their marriage. Couples can find encouragement for their marriage in Rob and Amy’s book, Visionary Marriage: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-marriage Experience the Visionary Marriage Video Bible Study with your small group or church...

The day is coming, if it has not already come, when your child will need to stand alone for Christ and for the truth. It is wonderful to have a Christian family, Christian friends, and a Christian church around you. But sometimes, our faith requires us to stand firm for Jesus all by ourselves. 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...

“My kid would never do that!” Have you ever said (or thought) those words? It is right to think the best of our children, but sometimes we can be naïve when it comes to our children’s character and their behavior outside the home. In this episode, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow talk about the need to be honest with ourselves about the current state of our child’s character in order to best love them and help them grow in their faith. Capture a Christian vision for your parenting through Rob and...

“If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.” Zig Ziglar Do you have any goals for your kids as we enter a new school year? Goal setting can be a powerful way to intentionally help our kids grow in faith, relationships, academics, and life skills. Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share the ups and downs of their parenting journey in the area of “goal setting.” Capture a Christian vision for your parenting through Rob and Amy’s book, Visionary...

Setting goals with your children each year can be a powerful way to help them grow in faith and character. How would you like to see your child grow during this next year, spiritually, socially, academically, and in life skills? Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow as they share the ups and downs of their parenting journey in the area of “goal setting.” Capture a Christian vision for your parenting through Rob and Amy’s book, Visionary Parenting: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting  ...

Every family struggles with anger. Anger is like a destructive flood which can do serious damage to your most important relationships. Every family needs a Christ-centered gameplan to push back against anger. In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow shares biblical principles which will help you draw closer to Christ and find freedom from anger. You will also discover practical ways to help a child who may be struggling. This is the second part of this conversation. If you missed Part 1, you can...