Stay ConnectedDr. 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.
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Speaking God's Word in your home can make a huge difference in the life of your family. In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow draw parallels between the small yet powerful presence of light during an eclipse and how taking even small steps of reading the Bible with your family can powerfully transform your faith.
They share their personal journey and lessons learned about the importance of regular Scripture reading, and honestly share about their struggles with consistency.
Learn how to incorporate the Bible into your daily routines and the value of having Scripture art in your home.
Featured Resources:
Reaffirm your belief in the Bible's sufficiency for all aspects of faith and practice anbd revitalize your family's Gospel mission in the church and home in 'Reclaiming the Sufficiency of Scripture': https://visionaryfam.com/shop/reclaiming-the-sufficiency-of-scripture/
Dive into 'Family Worship: Genesis' for a transformative journey through Genesis, designed to strengthen family bonds in faith with activities, songs, and discussions for all ages: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/family-worship-genesis/
Explore the journey of faith with 'Family Worship: Exodus-Deuteronomy', a comprehensive guide fostering family unity and spiritual growth through engaging activities and discussions: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/family-worship-exodus-deuteronomy/
Discover 'Jesus: The Reigning King', a guide to transforming your family life through regular worship, prayer, and Bible reading, inviting the ever-present King Jesus into every moment: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/jesus-the-reigning-king/
Join Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow on this episode of Family Vision, as they share their once-in-a-lifetime experience witnessing the total solar eclipse of 2024.
Rob and Amy unpack the truth from Psalm 19:1, "The heavens declare the glory of God."
While God's power and presence are on display through the physical universe (Romans 1), Satan seeks for people to worship the creation rather than the Creator.
It would be an honor to pray for you and your family. Email your prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com
Learn about hosting a Visionary Family Conference in your church or community at https://visionaryfam.com/host-a-conference/
God can use your kids, even at young ages, to impact others for Christ. In this heartwarming episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow sits down with special guest, Andrew Reinhard, for a conversation on how God can use our children to shine for Him in unexpected ways.
We met Andrew and his family at Gull Lake Ministries in Michigan - one of our favorite family camps! Little did we know that our teen son, RW, would befried Andrew and make a difference in his life. Andrew is now following Christ and has a vision for God using him to impact the next generation.
Do you have a gameplan to help your children follow Christ? Check out Rob and Amy's book, Visionary Parenting. https://visionaryfam.com/shop/visionary-parenting/
Learn more about some of our favorite Family Camps!
Gull Lake - https://gulllake.org
Forest Springs - https://forestsprings.us
Pine Cove - https://www.pinecove.com
Maranatha - https://maranathamichigan.org
Cedar Bay - https://cedarbay.us
For prayer requests or further support, email the Family Vision team at podcast@visionaryfam.com
In this deeply personal episode of Family Vision, host Rob Rienow is joined again by Brian Haynes, lead pastor at Bay Area Church and author, for a continuation of their compelling conversation.
This time, the focus shifts to the difficult story of Brian's family's battle through the aftermath of uncovering a painful secret that led them into their deepest wilderness yet. Brian shares the heart-wrenching journey of his oldest daughter's experience of sexual assault and the profound impact it had on every member of their family.
Through their struggle with anger, betrayal, and seeking justice, the Haynes family also embarked on a path toward healing, leaning into Christ, community support, and Christian counseling. This episode offers hope and guidance for families facing their darkest moments the unwavering presence of God in the midst of terrible pain.
God loves your family and there is hope for your future.
Featured Resources:
To connect with Brian and access resources mentioned in the episode, visit https://brianhaynes.org and explore his book,
"War in the Wilderness: Fight for Your Family When Life Isn't as It Should Be" Learn more at: Amazon.com/dp/161484139X
For prayer requests or further support, email the Family Vision team at podcast@visionaryfam.com
Does it feel like your family is wandering in the wilderness? Maybe your family is in the middle of a spiritual warzone. Don't miss this special episode of Family Vision with our host Dr. Rob Rienow and his special guest Brian Haynes.
Brian Haynes, lead pastor at Bay Area Church and author of "War in the Wilderness," discusses the parallels between the physical wilderness of biblical lands and the spiritual wilderness families face today.
Drawing on his unique ministry trips through Israel, Brian offers key Scriptures on navigating the deep valleys of family life and experiencing the grace of God in the most difficult of times.
With a focus on understanding God's presence in every hardship, Brian and Rob explore how families can find hope, strength, and guidance through their most challenging times.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with biblical wisdom and practical advice for trusting God when family feels like war.
Featured Resources:
To connect with Brian and access resources mentioned in the episode, visit https://brianhaynes.org and explore his book,
"War in the Wilderness: Fight for Your Family When Life Isn't as It Should Be" Learn more at: Amazon.com/dp/161484139X
For prayer requests or further support, email the Family Vision team at podcast@visionaryfam.com
You don't want to miss this special Palm Sunday edition of Family Vision.
The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the works of the devil. - 1 John 3:8
Christ's humble entry into Jerusalem is a powerful picture of how God chooses the seemingly weak and foolish things of the world to accomplish His purposes. His weapons are not the weapons of the world.
Jesus fulfilled incredible prophesies, and He is coming back to establish His eternal Kingdom. Learn about the battle of Armageddon and the weapon Jesus will use to secure His victory.
If you are feeling weak and lowly, you are in a perfect position for God to use you. Listen with your whole family!
In this follow-up episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow continues his conversation with Terry Powell, a professor and fellow ministry worker, who openly discusses his ongoing battle with depression.
Terry delves deeper into the practical steps and biblical practices that have helped him experience God's grace during his battles depression, anxiety, and discouragement.
From the life-changing power of Scripture to the support of the Christian community and the raw honesty of lamenting prayer, Terry shares how God's power has sustained him personally, with his family, and in his ministry.
This episode is especially poignant as Terry reflects on the impact of his struggles on his role as a father and husband, sharing heartfelt regrets and the lessons learned about communication and vulnerability within the family.
For anyone feeling isolated in their fight against depression or who is watching a loved one suffer, Terry's insights offer hope, encouragement, and practical advice on leaning into God's grace and the support of the Christian friends.
Featured Resources:
To connect with Terry and access resources mentioned in the episode, visit his blog at penetratingthedarkness.com and explore his book, "Serve Strong: Biblical Encouragement to Sustain God's Servants" Learn more at: Amazon.com/dp/B00I9I80MK
For prayer requests or further support, email the Family Vision team at podcast@visionaryfam.com
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Are you or a loved one struggling with depression? In this episode of Family Vision, Rob Rienow talks with Terry Powell, a respected professor and a long-time ministry friend. Terry courageously recounts his journey with depression, from childhood moments of despair to struggles with self-condemnation, and how this struggle has impacted his marriage and children. Most importantly, Terry shares how God's grace has sustained him through these difficult seasons.
If you need hope for your own battle with depression, or if you are concerned for a loved one, Terry's story will encourage you, and point you to Christ.
Featured Resources:
To connect with Terry and access resources mentioned in the episode, visit his blog at penetratingthedarkness.com and explore his book, "Serve Strong: Biblical Encouragement to Sustain God's Servants" Learn more at: Amazon.com/dp/B00I9I80MK
For prayer requests or further support, email the Family Vision team at 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
God created marriage to advance His Kingdom! If a husband and wife want to engage in the mission God has for them, they will need to experience supernatural unity.
Drawing from Genesis 2:26, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow unpack the biblical foundation of marriage, emphasizing the importance of leaving, cleaving, and becoming one flesh.
The conversation navigates through the turbulent waters of spiritual warfare, offering couples a beacon of hope in finding unity through Christ.
This episode is not just a discussion; it's a toolkit for revitalizing marriages through the power of God, His Word, and the call that He gives to spouses to forgive one another and seek unity in Him.
Featured Resources:
Discover a path to healing and spiritual growth within your family with "Healing Family Relationships: A Guide to Peace and Reconciliation". Learn more at: VisionaryFam.com/Healing
For deeper study, check out Rob & Amy's book and Video Bible Study "Visionary Marriage": Learn More at: VisionaryFam.com/Marriage
Engaged or considering engagement? Check out "Preparing for a Visionary Marriage": Learn More at: VisionaryFam.com/PreMarriage
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow share four essential keys for buildinga unified marriage. They explore how the biblical vows of Christian marriage, once revered, are now challenged by contemporary cultural shifts.
Rob and Amy share personal ups and downs from their own marriage journey as well as the biblical process of leaving, cleaving, and becoming one from Genesis 2:26.
They emphasize the importance of mutual pursuit within marriage, the impact of external influences on marital unity, and practical steps towards fostering a genuine couple identity.
Highlighting the necessity of prayer, guarding thoughts, and positive communication, they provide couples with actionable strategies to counteract division in their relationship and experience oneness in Christ.
Featured Resources:
For deeper study, check out Rob & Amy's book and Video Bible Study "Visionary Marriage": Learn More at: VisionaryFam.com/Marriage
Engaged or considering engagement? Check out "Preparing for a Visionary Marriage": Learn More at: VisionaryFam.com/PreMarriage
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