Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

Dr. Rob & Amy Rienow
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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

  1. On Mission In Rwanda

    HACE 6 DÍAS

    On Mission In Rwanda

    What happens when a family shares the Gospel together across the world? In this "on location" episode of Family Vision, Rob & Amy Rienow and their children share reflections from their family mission trip to Rwanda. You'll hear stories from their time leading marriage and family conferences and learning from a nation still healing from the trauma of genocide. From tears at the Genocide Memorial to joy-filled worship in Rwandan churches, the Rienow family reflects on God's redemptive work, the global hunger for biblical family discipleship, and the power of forgiveness. This episode is filled with testimonies, cross-cultural ministry highlights, and insights into what it means to follow Jesus as a family. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - The powerful role of forgiveness in healing post-genocide Rwanda - How marriage and parenting conferences are transforming local churches - Why person-to-person Gospel ministry still matters—especially globally - The importance of multi-generational family missions and discipleship - How God is opening doors for biblical family ministry in Africa Featured Resources: Translated Resources — Discover how VFM resources are being used internationally, including the new Kinyarwanda edition of Visionary Parenting - www.visionaryfam.com/interntional Join the Mission — Help more families around the world follow Jesus through teaching, training, and discipleship resources. Partner with us: https://visionaryfam.com/family2026 Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts and prayer requests at podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your review helps more families discover the show and grow in their faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode.

    24 min
  2. Always Overwhelmed?

    27 OCT

    Always Overwhelmed?

    Are you constanlty feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. In this powerful episode, Rob & Amy Rienow share a deeply personal conversation about spiritual burnout, emotional overload, and how the enemy uses overwhelm to attack families—especially mothers and daughters. Hear practical, biblical insights on how to identify when you're under spiritual attack and how to reconnect with Jesus as your Master and Guide. Recorded just before their family mission trip to Rwanda, Rob & Amy also share a powerful vision for 2026 and how you can be part of it. Whether you're a mom, a dad, or simply someone navigating a stressful season, this episode will offer encouragement, biblical clarity, and a practical plan for spiritual renewal. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - How the enemy uses feelings of overwhelm to disrupt families - Why reconnecting with Jesus as "Master" brings peace - A four-step spiritual battle plan to combat stress and anxiety - How husbands can better support overwhelmed wives - Why now is the time to double down on family discipleship Featured Resources: Upcoming Events — Join us in person for the Father-Son Connect Morning and the unforgettable Thanksgiving Ball! Full event details: https://visionaryfam.com/events Partner With Us — God is opening doors for 2026! Help us reach families worldwide with the Gospel and biblical teaching on family life. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com Prayer Support — We would love to pray with you. Schedule a prayer call at podcast@visionaryfam.com Love this episode? If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps more families discover Family Vision. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we continue our journey through the Ten Commandments with Commandment One: "You shall have no other gods before me." What does that mean in a world full of distractions? Don't miss it.

    23 min
  3. Is Your Family On Mission?

    20 OCT

    Is Your Family On Mission?

    Is your family on mission together? In this inspiring episode, Rob & Amy Rienow share their recent family missions trip to the Dominican Republic with Filter of Hope—and how it impacted their kids, their marriage, and the families they served. Hear powerful stories of gospel transformation, clean water ministry, and what it means to live as a "lighthouse family" in today's world. This episode is a call to action for parents to step outside their comfort zones, prioritize family discipleship, and use their homes as a base for evangelism. You'll also hear about VFM's upcoming ministry in Rwanda, new global initiatives, and how you can join the mission through your support and prayers. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why short-term missions can change your family forever - How to use clean water filters to share the Gospel - What it means to be a "lighthouse family" - Why now is the time to double down on ministry to families Featured Resources: Filter of Hope — Learn more about this powerful clean water and evangelism ministry at filterofhope.org Visionary Family Mission Trips — Interested in joining us in 2026 or 2027? E-mail us at podcast@visionaryfam.com Visionary Family Events — Join us at upcoming events including the Father-Son Morning and Thanksgiving Ball. See the full schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Support the Mission — Help us reach our $400,000 goal to expand global ministry in 2026. Give today: https://visionaryfam.com Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts or prayer requests at podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback helps more families discover the show and grow in faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we'll return to our 10 Commandments series and dive into Commandment One: "You shall have no other gods before me." What does this mean in a culture of distraction and divided loyalties? Don't miss it.

    22 min
  4. When Your Wife Feels Far Away

    13 OCT

    When Your Wife Feels Far Away

    What can a husband do when his wife seems disconnected, distracted, or emotionally distant? In this special Q&A episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow respond to two heartfelt questions from husbands—one whose wife is always on her phone, and another who feels like his wife has nothing left to give after pouring everything into the kids. These situations are painful—but not hopeless. Rob and Amy offer compassionate, biblical insight and encouragement for couples navigating these tough seasons. You'll also hear exciting updates about Visionary Family Ministries' growing mission around the world—and how you can help more families follow Jesus. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to respond with love and truth when your spouse seems disengaged Why emotional disconnection in marriage often runs deeper than the surface Practical steps for rekindling connection, communication, and commitment The importance of asking for help before marriage problems escalate Featured Resources: Visionary Marriage Date Night – Find upcoming events near you: https://visionaryfam.com/events Visionary Mission: Rwanda – Learn how you can help equip 500+ church leaders with biblical marriage tools this October: https://visionaryfam.com/rwanda Support the 2026 Vision – Help families follow Jesus through resources, global outreach, and biblical teaching: https://visionaryfam.com/family2026 We'd love to hear from you! Send your questions, feedback, or prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com. You can even record a voice memo and send us the audio to be featured in a future episode. Subscribe to Family Vision on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube—and if this episode encouraged you, leave us a review and share it with a friend. Next Episode Preview: Don't miss our next episode where Rob and Amy dive into more real-life family questions and continue sharing the vision for how God is using families to advance the Gospel around the world.

    23 min
  5. My Husband Won't Lead

    6 OCT

    My Husband Won't Lead

    What can you do when your husband isn't leading spiritually—or is constantly away for work? In this special Q&A episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow respond to two heartfelt questions from wives facing these exact challenges. With honesty, biblical insight, and practical encouragement, Rob and Amy share how God helped them break unhealthy patterns in their own marriage and offer hope for others walking a similar road. They also share a behind-the-scenes update on Visionary Family Ministries' growing mission around the world—and how you can be part of helping more families follow Jesus in 2026 and beyond. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - How to respond when your husband isn't spiritually leading - Why long-term travel can impact spiritual leadership in the home - The power of prayer, patience, and God's Word in difficult seasons - How to support your husband without enabling passivity Featured Resources: Prayers of Blessing Over Your Husband by Bruce Wilkinson: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0736971815 1 Peter 3 — Meditate on this passage daily as a wife: https://www.bible.com/bible/111/1pe.3.1 Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference or special event. Full schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Visionary Family Mission: Rwanda — Help us equip pastors and families in Rwanda this fall. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/rwanda Support the 2026 Vision — Help us reach families across the globe through biblical teaching and discipleship. Give today: https://visionaryfam.com/family2026 Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Send questions or prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com. You can also record a voice memo with your question—we may feature it on a future episode! If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your review helps more families discover the show and grow in their faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we hear directly from husbands asking tough questions about their wives. Don't miss this continuation of our honest Q&A series for couples and families.

    22 min
  6. David & Jonathan: More Than Friends?

    29 SEP

    David & Jonathan: More Than Friends?

    Were David and Jonathan more than friends? In today's episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow addresses a growing cultural accusation that their biblical relationship was romantic. With clarity, grace, and a commitment to Scripture, Rob walks through the key texts that describe their friendship and explains why the Bible celebrates their bond as a model of godly loyalty, not romance. This is a critical conversation for families to hear, especially as confusion about gender, sexuality, and biblical manhood continues to grow. Learn how to respond with truth and love, and help your children understand the beauty of God's design for friendship and relationships. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why the Bible never describes David and Jonathan's friendship as romantic - How cultural assumptions distort the meaning of godly friendship - What Scripture actually says about love between friends - How to talk to your kids about biblical sexuality and God's good design Featured Resources: Helping Families Navigate the World of Sexuality — Watch now on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5213ToFkONg Upcoming Events — Join us for live Visionary Family Conferences, Sundays, and special events. Full schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Visionary Family Mission: Rwanda — Support our October mission trip equipping church leaders and families in Rwanda: https://visionaryfam.com/rwanda Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Share your questions or prayer requests at podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts and share it with a friend. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we return to the Old Testament for a fresh look at how Christian parents can help their children discern wise friendships—especially in today's digital world.

    13 min
  7. Are You a True Friend?

    22 SEP

    Are You a True Friend?

    True friendship is in rare supply today. In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow begins a powerful two-part series on Christian friendship, diving into the remarkable bond between David and Jonathan in 1 Samuel 18. What does their covenant friendship teach us about loyalty, humility, and joy in the success of others? Rob shares how Jonathan's radical loyalty to David—and joy in his rise—reveals what it means to be a true friend. You'll also hear biblical principles to help your kids build lasting, Christ-centered friendships in a culture that often misunderstands or distorts real connection. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why loyalty is a lost but essential quality in true friendship - How rejoicing in a friend's success fights against jealousy and comparison - What David and Jonathan's friendship reveals about Christian unity - How to help your children build godly friendships from a young age Featured Resources: Upcoming Events — Meet us at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Visionary Family Rwanda Mission — Help us bring marriage and family ministry to churches across Rwanda. Learn more and support the trip: https://visionaryfam.com/rwanda Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts or prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback helps more families discover the show and grow in faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: Next week, we'll continue our study of David and Jonathan's friendship and address a challenging modern accusation—were they more than friends? Join us as we respond biblically and equip families to stand on God's truth.

    28 min
  8. The Legacy of Charlie Kirk

    13 SEP

    The Legacy of Charlie Kirk

    How do we talk to our children and teens about tragedy, persecution, and the spiritual battles happening in our culture? In this powerful episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow responds to the heartbreaking assassination of Christian leader Charlie Kirk and helps families process the event from a biblical worldview. Rob explores how foundational truths from Genesis 1–3 are at the heart of today's cultural, moral, and political conflicts. He addresses the rejection of God's design for gender, marriage, and the sanctity of life—and challenges Christian families not to shy away from these hard conversations but to lean in with grace and truth. Media referred to in this episode - Should Christian's Vote? https://youtu.be/M7460NMA0z8?si=zdygPVsckTqAKfF8 Message from Erika Kirk: https://www.youtube.com/live/e5SHpvRYg_o?si=iN-2DK51f6t9UZ9h What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why Charlie Kirk's public ministry was both courageous and controversial - How the spiritual battle in our culture ties directly to Genesis 1–3 - How to talk to your kids about persecution, truth, and courage - Why now is the time for families to stand firm in the Gospel Featured Resources: Upcoming Events — Join us at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events Visionary Family Community — Get prayer support, live teaching, and exclusive resources: https://visionaryfam.com/community Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts or prayer requests to podcast@visionaryfam.com. If this episode encouraged you, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps other families find the show and grow in faith. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Next Episode Preview: In our next episode, we'll look at what it means to raise children who are unashamed of the gospel in a world that increasingly rejects biblical truth. Don't miss this essential conversation for your family.

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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

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