Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

By 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

Episode Date
The Power of Family Trips
Dec 29, 2025
Serving Jesus at Christmas
Dec 22, 2025
Fractured Families at Christmas
Dec 15, 2025
Christmas Proves God's Goodness
Dec 08, 2025
I Want More for My Kids
Dec 01, 2025
Two Questions that Rocked My Fatherhood
Nov 24, 2025
Can a Christian Support Communism?
Nov 17, 2025
Communism Rising: The War Against the Family
Nov 10, 2025
On Mission In Rwanda
Nov 03, 2025
Always Overwhelmed?
Oct 27, 2025
Is Your Family On Mission?
Oct 20, 2025
When Your Wife Feels Far Away
Oct 13, 2025
My Husband Won't Lead
Oct 06, 2025
David & Jonathan: More Than Friends?
Sep 29, 2025
Are You a True Friend?
Sep 22, 2025
The Legacy of Charlie Kirk
Sep 13, 2025
Facing Storms as a Family, Part 2
Sep 08, 2025
Facing Storms as a Family, Part 1
Sep 01, 2025
The Miracle of the Bible, Part 2
Aug 25, 2025
When Life Gives You Lemons, Featuring "The Figs"
Aug 18, 2025
The Miracle of the Bible, Part 1
Aug 11, 2025
Let's Talk Education: Academic Success Isn't Educational Success
Aug 04, 2025
Let's Talk Education: Public, Private, or Home?
Jul 28, 2025
Diamond Discipleship
Jul 21, 2025
Faith on the Field
Jul 14, 2025
The 10 Commandments: #10: The Cure for Coveting
Jul 07, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #10: Do Not Covet
Jun 30, 2025
The 10 Commandments: #9: Tell the Truth, Even When it Hurts
Jun 23, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #9: Do Not Lie
Jun 16, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #8: The Battle Against Greed
Jun 09, 2025
Helping Kids to Follow Christ - with Lee Ann Mancini
Jun 05, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #8: Do Not Steal
Jun 02, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #7: Preparing Kids for Marriage
May 26, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #7: Guard Your Marriage Against Adultery
May 19, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #7: Do Not Commit Adultery
May 12, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #6: The Battle Against Hatred
May 05, 2025
Not So Perfect Mom – A Conversation with Amy Rienow & Jeremy Lee
Apr 28, 2025
Families In Your Church Need Help
Apr 21, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #6: Do Not Murder
Apr 14, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #5: Build Honor in Your Family
Apr 07, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #5: Honor Your Parents
Mar 31, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #4: Does Your Family Rest?
Mar 24, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #4: Remember the Sabbath
Mar 17, 2025
Be Bold for Jesus - A Conversation with Hank Brown
Mar 10, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #3: Don't Take God's Name in Vain
Mar 03, 2025
The Gospel Shining in Scotland – A Conversation with Robert Bell
Feb 27, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #2: The Sins of the Father
Feb 24, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #2: Do Not Worship Idols
Feb 17, 2025
The Ten Commandments: #1: No Other Gods Before Me
Feb 10, 2025
The Ten Commandments & Family Life
Feb 03, 2025
Your Family Needs A Growth Plan
Jan 27, 2025
From Planned Parenthood to Saving Babies - A Conversation with Abby Johnson
Jan 20, 2025
Reaching the Prodigal
Jan 13, 2025
Protect Young Eyes - A Conversation with Chris McKenna
Jan 06, 2025
Designed to Heal - A Conversation with Dr. Ben Rall
Dec 30, 2024
Waiting For Christmas: The story of Simeon
Dec 23, 2024
Secrets of the Magi's Gifts
Dec 16, 2024
Behold the Name of Jesus
Dec 09, 2024
Behold the King Is Coming!
Dec 02, 2024
Thanksgiving Special: The Pilgrims & The First Thanksgiving
Nov 27, 2024
Navigating Step Family Relationships - A Conversation with Ron Deal
Nov 25, 2024
Encouragement For Blended Families - A Conversation with Ron Deal
Nov 18, 2024
Mom Q&A: Parenting Burn Out
Nov 11, 2024
Created For God's Glory - A Conversation for Teens
Nov 04, 2024
Mom Q&A: Quality Time, Screen Boundaries & Spiritual Growth
Oct 28, 2024
Should Christians Vote?
Oct 26, 2024
Created in God's Image - A Conversation for Teens
Oct 24, 2024
Mom Q&A: Dealing with Bad Behavior
Oct 21, 2024
Swimming in Open Ocean - A Conversation with Steve Leitch
Oct 14, 2024
Learning Discipleship From Jesus - A Conversation with Barrett Johnson
Oct 07, 2024
Disciple Them Like Jesus - A Conversation with Barrett Johnson
Oct 03, 2024
False vs. True Repentance
Sep 30, 2024
Is Your Child a Peacemaker?
Sep 23, 2024
Parents Need a PhD in Conflict Management!
Sep 16, 2024
Is Tech Pulling Your Family Apart?
Sep 09, 2024
God Loves Girls & Boys - A Conversation with Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Sep 02, 2024
Teaching Kids God's Vision for Family - A Conversation with Elizabeth Urbanowicz
Aug 26, 2024
Finding the Gospel in Movies - A Conversation with Tim Chaffey
Aug 19, 2024
Watch What You Watch! - A Conversation with Tim Chaffey
Aug 12, 2024
Mission Field with 7 Kids? - A Conversation Daniel and Anya Storey
Aug 05, 2024
Healing in Africa: A Family's Mission Story - A Conversation with Daniel & Anya Storey
Jul 29, 2024
The Power of Affection
Jul 22, 2024
I Want My Daughter to Know God
Jul 15, 2024
The Joy of a Wedding
Jul 08, 2024
Small Acts of Faithfulness - A Conversation with Drew Dyck
Jul 01, 2024
Just Show Up! - A Conversation with Drew Dyck
Jun 27, 2024
Encouragement for Single Parents - A Conversation with Anna Meade Harris
Jun 24, 2024
Is Single Parenting Mission Impossible? - with Anna Meade Harris
Jun 20, 2024
No Wonder Kids Hate Church!
Jun 17, 2024
My Husband Won't Lead
Jun 10, 2024
When Parents are Spiritually Separated
Jun 03, 2024
Rules Don't Change Hearts - A Conversation with Adam Page
May 30, 2024
The Danger of Legalistic Parenting - A Conversation with Adam Page
May 27, 2024
Protecting the Hearts of Our Kids - A Conversation with Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh
May 20, 2024
The Crisis of Human Trafficking - A Conversation with Rachel Timothy and Denise Walsh
May 16, 2024
Build Your House Upon the Rock - A Conversation with Dakota Lynch
May 13, 2024
The Power of Memorizing Scripture - A Conversation with Dakota Lynch
May 09, 2024
Healing From Father Wounds - A Conversation with John Finch
May 06, 2024
The Father Effect - A Conversation with John Finch
May 02, 2024
Impacting Families Through Sports
Apr 29, 2024
Turn to God's Word in Everything
Apr 25, 2024
Speaking God's Word at Home
Apr 22, 2024
Lessons from the Eclipse
Apr 18, 2024
Kids Can Shine for Christ - A Conversation with Andrew Reinhard
Apr 15, 2024
The Trauma of Family Secrets - A Conversation with Brian Haynes
Apr 08, 2024
War in the Wilderness - A Conversation with Brian Haynes
Apr 04, 2024
The Weapons of God
Mar 24, 2024
Experiencing Grace in Seasons of Depression - A Conversation with Terry Powell
Mar 22, 2024
Penetrating the Darkness - A Conversation with Terry Powell
Mar 18, 2024
Marriage & The Kingdom of God
Mar 11, 2024
Four Keys Toward a Unified Marriage
Mar 04, 2024
The Power of Affirming Your Teen - A Conversation with Lissy Bailey
Feb 29, 2024
Teens Struggle with Family Relationships - A Conversation with Lissy Bailey
Feb 27, 2024
Your Spouse is Not the Enemy
Feb 26, 2024
Can AI Help Your Marriage?
Feb 19, 2024
Doing Battle with Secret Sin - A Conversation with Dave Howe (Part 2)
Feb 16, 2024
Recovery from Sexual Addiction - A Conversation with Dave Howe (Part 1)
Feb 12, 2024
Dealing with Difficult Grandparents
Feb 05, 2024
Did Jesus Teach We Should Hate Our Family?
Jan 29, 2024
My Child Can't Express Emotion - A Conversation with Scott Turansky (Bonus Episode)
Jan 28, 2024
My Child's Emotions Are Out of Control - A Conversation with Scott Turansky (Bonus Episode)
Jan 26, 2024
Staying Spiritually Hydrated
Jan 22, 2024
Spiritual Resolutions
Jan 15, 2024
Living Together is a Disaster!
Jan 08, 2024
Can Your Kids Share the Gospel - A Conversation with Greg Stier (Part 2)
Jan 01, 2024
Sharing the Good News of Jesus - A Conversation with Greg Stier (Part 1)
Dec 25, 2023
Created to Shine
Dec 18, 2023
The Power of a Strong-Willed Woman
Dec 11, 2023
Planning a Christ-Centered Christmas
Dec 05, 2023
How Forgiveness Really Works
Nov 27, 2023
Time Does Not Heal All Wounds
Nov 20, 2023
Facing Family Issues During College
Nov 13, 2023
College Students & Family Relationships
Nov 06, 2023
To Change the Fruit, Change the Root
Oct 30, 2023
Is the News Deceiving Your Kids?
Oct 23, 2023
Marriage Do-Over, Part 2
Oct 16, 2023
Marriage Do-Over, Part 1
Oct 09, 2023
Can Your Child Stand Alone?
Oct 03, 2023
My Kid Would Never Do That!
Sep 25, 2023
No Goals, No Growth?
Sep 18, 2023
Do Your Kids Have Goals?
Sep 11, 2023
Every Family Struggles with Anger
Sep 04, 2023
Is Your Home Filled with Anger?
Aug 28, 2023
Starting (or Re-starting) Family Worship
Aug 21, 2023
The Power of Family Worship
Aug 14, 2023
Obstacles to Spiritual Impact at Home
Aug 07, 2023
When Work & Family Collide - A Conversation with Joe Simonds (Part 2)
Jul 31, 2023
Putting Faith Over Fear - A Conversation with Joe Simonds (Part 2)
Jul 24, 2023
The Nuclear Blast of Cancer - A Conversation with Barrett & Jen Johnson (Part 2)
Jul 17, 2023
Cancer, Faith & Family - A Conversation with Barrett & Jen Johnson (Part 1)
Jul 10, 2023
Essential Ingredients for The Talk
Jul 03, 2023
What Is the Meaning of the Christian Fish?
Jun 26, 2023
Fishing for Men & Fishing for Fish
Jun 19, 2023
Talking Points for "The Talk"
Jun 12, 2023
Navigating Mother Daughter Conflict
Jun 05, 2023
Honor & Friendship Between Mother & Daughter
May 29, 2023
The Importance of the Mother Daughter Relationship
May 22, 2023
Is Your Child Hard Hearted?
May 15, 2023
Does My Child Need Counseling?
May 08, 2023
Does Your Family Have a Team Mindset?
May 01, 2023
A Child Crisis is a Family Crisis
Apr 24, 2023
Toddler Training Basics, Part 2
Apr 17, 2023
Family Miracles in Africa
Apr 10, 2023
Did Jesus Really Rise from the Dead?
Apr 03, 2023
The Destructive Force of Favoritism, Part 2
Mar 27, 2023
The Destructive Force of Favoritism, Part 1
Mar 20, 2023
Doing Life with Your Adult Kids - A Conversation with Jim Burns (Part 2)
Mar 13, 2023
Doing Life with Your Adult Kids - A Conversation with Jim Burns (Part 1)
Mar 06, 2023
Toddler Training Basics, Part 1
Feb 27, 2023
How to Talk to Your Kids About Racism - A Conversation with Samuel Sey (Part 2)
Feb 20, 2023
How to Talk to Your Kids About Racism - A Conversation with Samuel Sey (Part 1)
Feb 13, 2023
Dying for Marriage
Feb 06, 2023
I Found Drugs in My Kid's Room, Part 2
Jan 30, 2023
I Found Drugs in My Kid's Room, Part 1
Jan 23, 2023
The Demanding Child, College Choices & Story Bibles
Jan 16, 2023
A Disconnected Dad & an Angry Granddaughter
Jan 09, 2023
Battle for our Kids Hearts, Part 2
Jan 02, 2023
Your Family: A Lighthouse
Dec 26, 2022
Jesus: The Light of the World
Dec 19, 2022
The Battle for Our Kids Hearts, Part 1
Dec 12, 2022
Are Video Games Out of Control at Home? Part 2
Dec 05, 2022
Are Video Games Out of Control at Home? Part 1
Nov 28, 2022
Thanksgiving Special: The Spiritual Impact of the Pilgrims
Nov 24, 2022
Hope for Prodigals & Their Parents, Part 3
Nov 14, 2022
Hope for Prodigals & Their Parents, Part 2
Nov 07, 2022
Hope for Prodigals & Their Parents, Part 1
Oct 31, 2022
Transforming Families in the Heart of Africa, Part 2
Oct 24, 2022
Family Ministry in the Heart of Africa, Part 1
Oct 17, 2022
100th Episode: The Story of VFM
Oct 10, 2022
Don't Let The World Change Your Words
Oct 03, 2022
Is Communication Wrecking Your Community?
Sep 26, 2022
Welcoming our Grand-Daughter!
Sep 19, 2022
Why Bother Getting Married?
Sep 12, 2022
Can Families Transform Our Culture?
Aug 29, 2022
Can Families Transform Our Culture?
Aug 29, 2022
Does Your Church Have a Plan To Equip Families?
Aug 15, 2022
Is Your Ministry Hurting Your Family?
Aug 08, 2022
Love is Not Selfish, Part 2
Jul 25, 2022
Love is Not Selfish, Part 1
Jul 18, 2022
Love is Not Envious, Part 2
Jul 11, 2022
Love is Not Envious, Part 1
Jul 04, 2022
Anchor Your Family in The Bible
Jun 27, 2022
The Destructive Impact of COVID on Families
Jun 20, 2022
Discipleship on The Road - A Conversation with JD & Britney Lott (Part 2)
Jun 13, 2022
Full Time RV Discipleship - A Conversation with JD & Britney Lott (Part 1)
Jun 06, 2022
When Honoring Parents Is Hard
May 30, 2022
Teach Your Children to Honor You
May 23, 2022
Recovering a "Fifth Commandment" Culture
May 16, 2022
Training Our Sons to Honor Women
May 09, 2022
Out of Control: Screens, Phones & Tech
May 02, 2022
Spiritual Warfare: Fight for Your Family
Apr 25, 2022
Spiritual Warfare: How Do Demons Work?
Apr 18, 2022
Spiritual Warfare: Are Demons Real?
Apr 11, 2022
Will God Keep Me Safe?
Apr 04, 2022
Best Of: Practical Steps Toward Oneness in Marriage
Mar 28, 2022
The Mother-Son Relationship with special guest JD Rienow
Mar 21, 2022
Do Your Kids Know Your Family Story?
Mar 14, 2022
Teen Crushes, Living Together & More – Special Q&A Edition
Mar 07, 2022
Sibling Conflict, Big Families & More – Special Q&A Edition
Feb 28, 2022
Feeling Overwhelmed, Family Ministry & More – Special Q&A Edition
Feb 21, 2022
Enjoy Your Family Bible Time
Feb 14, 2022
When Parents Spiritually Neglect Their Children
Feb 07, 2022
The Lost Beauty of Modesty, Part 2
Jan 31, 2022
Fatherly Advice with Special Guest Carey Green
Jan 24, 2022
The Lost Beauty of Modesty, Part 1
Jan 17, 2022
Building Heart Connection with Your Kids
Jan 10, 2022
Best Of: I Wish My Parents Had…with Lissy Rienow
Jan 03, 2022
Best Of: Discovering God's Purpose for Your Family
Dec 27, 2021
A Birth Announcement
Dec 20, 2021
Are You Kind to Your Kids?
Dec 13, 2021
A Christ-Centered Christmas
Dec 06, 2021
Are You Patient with Your Kids?
Nov 29, 2021
A Time for Giving Thanks
Nov 22, 2021
12-Year-Old Challenges
Nov 15, 2021
12-Year-Old Challenges
Nov 15, 2021
Responsibility & Privilege
Nov 08, 2021
The Toddler Years, Part 2
Nov 01, 2021
The Toddler Years, Part 1
Oct 25, 2021
The Power of The Family Schedule
Oct 18, 2021
27 Years & Learning
Oct 10, 2021
Wedding Reflections
Oct 04, 2021
A Challenge for Husbands – A Conversation with Pastor Michael Johnson (Part 2)
Sep 27, 2021
A Challenge for Husbands – A Conversation with Pastor Michael Johnson (Part 1)
Sep 20, 2021
Jesus is Enough
Sep 13, 2021
Religious Exemption
Sep 06, 2021
Do Kids Belong in Church? Part 2
Aug 30, 2021
Do Kids Belong in Church? Part 1
Aug 23, 2021
Pros & Cons of Home Schooling
Aug 16, 2021
Pros & Cons of Christian Schooling
Aug 09, 2021
Pros & Cons of Public Schooling
Aug 02, 2021
Developing Your Own Philosophy of Education, Part 2
Jul 25, 2021
Developing Your Own Philosophy of Education, Part 1
Jul 19, 2021
Discipline that Shapes the Heart, Part 2
Jul 12, 2021
Discipline that Shapes the Heart, Part 1
Jul 05, 2021
Is the Bible Enough, Part 2
Jun 28, 2021
Is the Bible Enough, Part 1
Jun 21, 2021
Sibling Drama, Part 2
Jun 14, 2021
Sibling Drama, Part 1
Jun 07, 2021
Practical Steps Toward Oneness in Marriage
May 31, 2021
Barriers to Oneness in Marriage
May 24, 2021
Becoming One in Marriage
May 17, 2021
Dads - Don't Give Up!
May 10, 2021
Our Need for Family Worship
May 03, 2021
Helping Our Children Spend Time with God
Apr 26, 2021
Your Kids Need the Church
Apr 19, 2021
Your Kids Need the Church
Apr 19, 2021
Rejection & Depression at Home
Apr 12, 2021
Encouragement for Single Parents
Apr 05, 2021
Not So Perfect Mom, Part 2
Mar 29, 2021
Parenting Through Sexual Confusion
Mar 22, 2021
Teaching Your Kids Sexuality 101
Mar 15, 2021
The Influence of the Firstborn Child
Mar 08, 2021
Kids Sports: Blessing or Curse?
Mar 01, 2021
Planning a Family Retreat
Feb 22, 2021
Not So Perfect Mom, Part 1
Feb 15, 2021
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 4
Feb 08, 2021
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 3
Feb 01, 2021
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 2
Jan 25, 2021
Impacting the World Through Your Family, Part 1
Jan 18, 2021
I Wish My Parents Had... with Lissy Rienow
Jan 11, 2021
Breaking Through To Your Teen with Lissy Rienow
Jan 04, 2021
A Family Miracle
Dec 28, 2020
Healing Family Relationships Through Prayer
Dec 21, 2020
Celebrating Jesus' Birthday
Dec 14, 2020
Helping Our Children with COVID Anxiety
Dec 07, 2020
Holding Fast to God's Word
Nov 30, 2020
Training Your Kids to Become Producers
Nov 23, 2020
Growing in Family Worship, Part 2
Nov 16, 2020
Growing in Family Worship, Part 1
Nov 09, 2020
Fighting Back Against Anger with Dr. Rob & Amy Rienow
Nov 02, 2020
Discovering God's Purpose for Your Family with Dr. Rob & Amy Rienow
Oct 26, 2020
Classics: Thriving In Faith Through College, Part 3
Jun 01, 2020
Classics: Thriving In Faith Through College, Part 2
May 25, 2020
Classics: Thriving In Faith Through College, Part 1
May 18, 2020
Classics: Healing Family Relationships, Part 3
Jan 20, 2020
Classics: Healing Family Relationships, Part 2
Jan 13, 2020
Classics: Healing Family Relationships, Part 1
Jan 06, 2020
Classics: Visionary Fatherhood, Part 5
Nov 25, 2019
Classics: Visionary Fatherhood, Part 4
Nov 18, 2019
Classics: Visionary Fatherhood, Part 3
Nov 11, 2019
Classics: Visionary Fatherhood, Part 2
Nov 04, 2019
Classics: Visionary Fatherhood, Part 1
Oct 28, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Enduring, Part 7.2
Oct 21, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Enduring, Part 7.1
Oct 14, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Rejoicing, Part 6.2
Oct 07, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Rejoicing, Part 6.1
Sep 30, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Not Resentful, Part 5.2
Sep 23, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Not Selfish, Part 4.2
Sep 16, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Not Resentful, Part 5.1
Sep 16, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Not Selfish, Part 4.1
Sep 09, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Not Envious, Part 3.2
Sep 02, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Not Envious. Part 3.1
Aug 26, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Kind, Part 2.2
Aug 19, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Kind, Part 2.1
Aug 12, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Patient, Part 1.2
Aug 05, 2019
Classics: Love Is... Patient, Part 1.1
Jul 29, 2019
Classics: Your Family & God's Plan for the World - Part 2
Nov 01, 2018
Classics: Practical Thoughts on Raising Siblings
Nov 01, 2018
Classics: Raising Siblings with Kingdom Vision
Nov 01, 2018
Classics: Visionary Parenting: God's Grand Vision for the Home
Nov 01, 2018
Classics: Helping Your Teen Keep the Faith Through College, Part 1
Nov 01, 2018
Classics: Parenting in a World of Tech
Jan 21, 2017
Classics: Engaging Kids In The Worship Service
Sep 23, 2015
Classics: All Together Church
Oct 19, 2014
Classics: Five Reasons for Spiritual Apathy in Teens
Jan 31, 2014
Classics: A Tale of Two Fathers
Aug 11, 2013
Classics: Exploring Educational Choices for the Christian Family
Apr 05, 2013
Classics: Planting a Deuteronomy 6 Church
Nov 17, 2012
Classics: Family Ministry for Non-Traditional Families
Nov 17, 2012
Classics: Family Ministry for Non-Traditional Families
Sep 12, 2012
Classics: Building a Christian Worldview in Your Children
Mar 15, 2012
Classics: The Family & Global Evangelism
Jun 08, 2011
Classics: Never Too Late: Encouraging Empty-Nest Parents
May 03, 2011
Classics: Encouraging Forgiveness in Your Family
Mar 18, 2011