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2011/06/07
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2026/09/21
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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 [email protected]
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Good to Great Grandparenting with Larry Fowler
2026/09/21
What's the difference between being a Christian grandparent and being an intentional Christian grandparent? Loving your grandchildren, supporting them, and showing up for important moments are wonderful things—but Scripture gives grandparents an even greater spiritual calling.
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow talks with Larry Fowler, founder of Legacy Coalition, about the biblical role of grandparents in passing faith to future generations. Larry shares his own journey toward intentional grandparenting and introduces a simple biblical framework: "Watch One, Teach Two, Think Four, Bless All." Together, Rob and Larry encourage grandparents to consider the spiritual legacy they are building not only for their grandchildren, but for generations they may never meet.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The difference between being a Christian grandparent and an intentional Christian grandparent
- Why loving, supporting, and spending time with grandchildren is important but not the full biblical calling of grandparents
- Why a grandparent's own growing relationship with God is the starting point for influencing future generations
- What "Watch One, Teach Two, Think Four, Bless All" means for Christian grandparents
- How Psalm 78 challenges grandparents to think beyond the generations they can currently see
- Why grandparents can build a different spiritual legacy even if they did not have godly grandparents themselves
Featured Resources:
Legacy Coalition — Larry Fowler is one of the founders of Legacy Coalition, a ministry dedicated to helping Christian grandparents become intentional about spiritually influencing their grandchildren. Learn more about resources and the Legacy Grandparenting Summit at https://legacycoalition.com.
My Wish of All Wishes — Larry Fowler's children's book expresses a grandparent's greatest spiritual desire: to see their grandchildren in heaven with them. Find the book and other grandparenting resources through https://legacycoalition.com.
Visionary Family Grandparenting Resources — Find resources to help you become a more intentional Christian grandparent at https://visionaryfam.com.
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Lindsay Clancy & Our Moral Swamp
2026/09/14
How can Christian parents raise children with a clear biblical foundation in a culture that is increasingly confused about right and wrong? When the values surrounding our families seem far removed from God's Word, it can be tempting to respond with fear or discouragement.
In this episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow reflects on Joshua's declaration, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord." Using a difficult contemporary case as a starting point, Amy contrasts a culture in which people determine right and wrong for themselves with the biblical call to make God and His Word central in our homes. She encourages parents to focus on what they can influence—their own family culture, relationships, prayer, discipleship, and daily commitment to following Christ.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why cultural confusion about right and wrong should drive Christian families back to God's Word
- What the book of Judges teaches about the danger of everyone doing what is right in their own eyes
- How Joshua 24:15 gives parents a clear mission for their own household
- Why parents cannot control the surrounding culture but can intentionally shape the culture of their home
- How family Bible reading, prayer, love, sacrifice, and difficult conversations help ground children in biblical truth
- Why Christian parents can lead their families with confidence rather than fear when the culture around them feels overwhelming
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Discover a biblical vision for parenting and practical ways to disciple your children and help them follow Jesus. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Visionary Family Community — Join a community of families committed to following Jesus and helping the next generation do the same. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community
Upcoming Events — Find Visionary Family conferences, gatherings, and other upcoming events: https://visionaryfam.com/events
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Peace In Your Home
2026/09/07
What does it take to have real peace in your home? A clean kitchen, an organized schedule, and a predictable routine can certainly help, but even the most orderly home can be filled with anxiety, conflict, and unrest.
In this episode of Family Vision, Amy Rienow explores the difference between outward order and the peace that comes from Jesus Christ. As families enter a new school year and schedules become increasingly busy, Amy encourages parents to seek God, obey His Word, confess sin, and follow the unique path He has for their family. Drawing from Deuteronomy 30 and her own experience as a mother, she reminds us that lasting peace in our homes begins with walking closely with the Prince of Peace.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why an organized home and schedule cannot create lasting spiritual peace
- How our relationship with Jesus becomes the foundation for peace in our hearts and homes
- Why unforgiveness, hidden sin, and disobedience can rob us of peace
- What Deuteronomy 30 teaches us about hearing and obeying God's Word
- Why God's direction for your family may look different from the path He has for another family
- How parents can model seeking God's direction and peace for their children
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Discover a biblical vision for parenting and practical ways to disciple your children and help them follow Jesus. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Visionary Family Community — Join a community of Christian families committed to following Jesus and helping the next generation do the same. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community
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A Parent's Worst Case Scenario
2026/09/01
What is the worst thing that could happen to your child? As parents and grandparents, we naturally think of things like addiction, illness, broken relationships, or tragedy. But how often do we think and talk about where they will spend eternity?
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow challenges parents and grandparents to recover a sense of urgency about eternity. Drawing from Scripture, the story of missionary John Paton, and The Little Pilgrim's Progress, Rob encourages families to talk openly about heaven, hell, salvation, and the Gospel—and to make helping their children trust and follow Christ the greatest mission of their lives.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why your child's eternal relationship with God matters more than any earthly success or struggle
- Why Christian parents need to talk openly with their children about heaven, hell, judgment, and salvation
- How the Gospel answers the reality of sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ
- Why months should not pass with our families focused only on school, sports, work, money, and everyday activities
- How parents and grandparents can cultivate an eternal perspective in the next generation
- Why helping your children follow Jesus should be at the center of your mission as a family
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Discover a biblical vision for parenting and practical ways to disciple your children and help them follow Jesus. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Visionary Family Community — Join a community of Christian families committed to helping the next generation follow Jesus. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com
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Trapped in Secret Sin
2026/08/26
Could a secret struggle be contributing to your child's spiritual apathy? Even kids who seem obedient, responsible, and spiritually healthy can carry hidden struggles they are afraid or ashamed to share with their parents.
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow helps parents understand why sin thrives in secrecy and how they can create a relationship where their children feel safe bringing struggles into the light. Rob addresses three common areas of hidden struggle—sexual sin, drugs and alcohol, and anger and unforgiveness—and encourages parents to pursue honest, ongoing conversations with their children rather than assuming everything is fine.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why even "good kids" can be carrying significant struggles in secret
- How secrecy, shame, and spiritual apathy can become connected in a child's life
- Why parents need ongoing, age-appropriate conversations with their children about sexuality
- Why parents should take potential drug and alcohol use seriously rather than assuming their child would never experiment
- How unresolved anger, bitterness, and unforgiveness can become hidden spiritual burdens
- How to respond with love, gratitude, and biblical guidance when your child has the courage to confess a struggle
Featured Resources:
Five Reasons for Spiritual Apathy in Teens and What Parents Can Do to Help — Rob and Amy Rienow explore common reasons teenagers become spiritually disengaged and offer biblical guidance to help parents respond with wisdom and intentionality. Learn more at https://visionaryfam.com.
Visionary Parenting — Discover a biblical vision for parenting and practical ways to disciple your children and help them follow Jesus. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference or event near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events
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The Dangerous Drive Home From Church
2026/08/17
What happens on the drive home from church? Those few minutes in the car may seem insignificant, but the way your family talks about church can shape how your children view worship, their pastors, and their church family for years to come.
In this episode, Rob Rienow shares three practical ways parents can use the drive home from church to strengthen their family's faith. Instead of immediately moving on to the next activity, criticizing what went wrong, or ignoring opportunities for connection, families can reflect on what God taught them, affirm what was encouraging, and intentionally connect with their brothers and sisters in Christ.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why the drive home from church can have a lasting spiritual impact on your children
- How reflecting together can help your family carry Sunday's worship into the rest of the week
- Why regularly criticizing church in front of your children can damage their attitude toward the church
- How to help your children build meaningful friendships and connections within your church family
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Capture a biblical vision for your family and discover practical ways to help your children follow Jesus. Start reading for free today: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family event near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events
Visionary Family Community — Join a community of Christian families committed to following Christ and helping the next generation follow Him. Receive free family-equipping resources, invitations to community Zoom calls, resource discounts, and more. Learn more at https://visionaryfam.com.
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How Your Words Shape Your Home
2026/08/11
Are the words spoken in your home pleasing to God? Our words have tremendous power. They can build up or tear down, bring healing or cause hurt, encourage the people we love or leave lasting wounds.
In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow explores the biblical power of our words and challenges families to measure their speech by a higher standard. Psalm 19:14 says, "Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer." The ultimate question is not simply whether our words please other people, but whether they please God.
Rob also identifies seven kinds of speech that may win approval from others while dishonoring God, including flattery, gossip, crude language, affirming lies, mocking others, and complaining about authority. This episode offers a practical opportunity for your family to examine the words spoken in your home, seek forgiveness where needed, and ask God to transform your speech.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why words have the power to bring either healing or hurt
- Why the words that come from our mouths reveal what is happening in our hearts
- How saying the right thing at the wrong time can still damage a relationship
- Seven kinds of speech that may please people while displeasing God
- How parents can cultivate a culture of encouragement and godly speech at home
- Practical ways your family can confess harmful speech and pray for words that honor God
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Discover a biblical vision for passing faith to your children and helping them follow Jesus for generations to come. Start reading for free today at https://visionaryfam.com/parenting.
Upcoming Events — Meet Rob and Amy Rienow in person at a Visionary Family event or conference near you. View the full event schedule at https://visionaryfam.com/events.
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Family Discussion:
Take time this week to ask one another: "Are the words spoken in our home pleasing to God?" Consider whether flattery, swearing, crude jokes, affirming lies, gossip, mocking others, or complaining about authority have found a place in your family's conversations. Pray Psalm 19:14 together and ask God to make the words spoken in your home pleasing in His sight.
The Sibling Panel
2026/08/05
How can parents help their children build lifelong friendships with their siblings? In this special episode of Family Vision, recorded live at Visionary Family Camp, Rob and Amy Rienow explore God's design for sibling relationships and share practical ways families can cultivate love, unity, and lasting friendship between brothers and sisters.
Amy begins with rapid-fire biblical principles on sibling relationships before moderating a lively panel featuring several of the Rienow children and members of the Switzer family. Together they discuss birth order, conflict, forgiveness, honoring one another, navigating fairness, and why intentional encouragement and prayer can transform sibling relationships for a lifetime.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why God cares deeply about sibling relationships throughout Scripture
- Practical ways parents can help siblings become lifelong friends
- How birth order brings both unique blessings and challenges
- Biblical strategies for resolving conflict and extending forgiveness
- Why encouragement and prayer strengthen sibling relationships
- How healthy sibling relationships prepare children for future marriages, friendships, and life in the church
Featured Resources:
Visionary Family Conferences — Join us for a live Visionary Family Conference in your area. Find upcoming events and learn how to bring Visionary Family to your church at https://visionaryfam.com/events.
Visionary Parenting — Discover practical biblical encouragement for raising children who follow Christ. Start reading for free at https://visionaryfam.com/parenting.
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How To Connect with Your Teen with Lissy Bailey
2026/07/29
What does it look like for a teenager to genuinely live out their faith at home? In this special "Best of Family Vision" episode, Rob Rienow is joined by his daughter Lissy for an honest conversation about the spiritual lessons God taught her during her teenage years.
Lissy shares how she learned the difference between obedience and honor, why sibling relationships require forgiveness and prayer, and what servant leadership looks like inside the home. She also opens up about the spiritual battle she experienced when trying to share her heart with her dad and how honest conversations helped strengthen their relationship.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why who you are at home reveals who you really are
- The difference between outward obedience and genuine honor
- How teenagers can strengthen relationships with their siblings
- Why forgiveness and prayer are essential for healthy family relationships
- How parents and teens can build openness, honesty, and trust
- What servant leadership looks like inside the home
Featured Resources:
Living for Christ at Home — This devotional guide challenges teenagers to grow in their faith and family relationships through practical biblical encouragement. Download the free e-book or purchase print copies for your youth group at https://visionaryfam.com/lissy.
Support Visionary Family Ministries — Your generosity helps us equip families around the world with biblical teaching and practical resources. Learn more at https://visionaryfam.com/donate.
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How Your Firstborn Shapes The Family
2026/07/20
What influence does the oldest child have on the rest of the family? More than you may realize. In this special "Best of Family Vision" episode, Rob and Amy Reno are joined by their oldest son, RW, for an honest conversation about the blessings, challenges, and spiritual responsibility of being the firstborn child.
Drawing from their own family story, Rob, Amy, and RW explore how firstborn children often set the tone for younger siblings, why Satan targets firstborns, and how older brothers and sisters can become powerful spiritual leaders in the home. Whether you're raising a firstborn or you are one, this conversation offers practical encouragement for strengthening family relationships across generations.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The unique blessings and challenges of being a firstborn child
- Why firstborns often struggle with pride or bitterness
- How older siblings can intentionally disciple younger brothers and sisters
- Practical ways to build lifelong sibling relationships
- Why parents should pray intentionally for their firstborn children
Featured Resources:
Family Worship: Genesis — Lead meaningful family devotions through the book of Genesis with this practical family worship guide. Learn more at https://visionaryfam.com/store.
Visionary Family Community — Join a growing community of families committed to following Jesus every day through biblical encouragement, live teaching, and practical resources. Learn more at https://visionaryfam.com/community.
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Family Mission: Philippines
2026/07/13
What happens when an anniversary trip becomes a life-changing mission trip for multiple families? In this special episode, Rob and Amy Rienow welcome members of Visionary Family Ministries' Filter of Hope mission team to the Philippines to share powerful stories of God's faithfulness, answered prayer, and gospel impact.
Hear firsthand how God overcame unexpected obstacles, opened doors to remote villages, and used three generations—from age 3 to 77—to bring clean water and the hope of Jesus to families in need. If you've ever wondered whether your family could serve together on a mission trip, this conversation will inspire you to take the next step.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why serving together can strengthen your family's faith
- How God opened unexpected doors during the Philippines mission trip
- The gospel impact of providing clean water through Filter of Hope
- Why mission trips often transform those who serve as much as those being served
- How children, parents, grandparents, and singles can all serve together on mission
- Why stepping out in faith often requires pushing through spiritual opposition
Featured Resources:
2027 Visionary Family Dominican Republic Mission Trip — Learn more about joining a future multi-generational Filter of Hope mission trip by visiting: https://visionaryfam.com/events
Visionary Parenting — Build a biblical vision for raising children who follow Jesus. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Visionary Family Community — Join families committed to passing faith to the next generation. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community
Filter of Hope — Learn how clean water and the gospel are transforming lives around the world: https://filterofhope.org
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Is Our Culture Toxic to Boys? with Russ Ewell
2026/07/06
How can parents help their sons become godly men in a culture that often leaves them confused and isolated? In Part 2 of Rob Rienow's conversation with Pastor Russ Ewell, the focus turns to practical, biblical encouragement for parents, grandparents, and young men seeking to navigate today's challenges with wisdom and hope.
Russ shares lessons from raising two sons with special needs, explains why emotional and spiritual formation must go hand in hand, and offers practical guidance for dads, moms, and young men searching for purpose. If you're raising boys—or you're a young man looking for direction—this conversation will encourage you to pursue God's design for authentic manhood.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why emotional and spiritual formation must work together
- Practical ways fathers can disciple and encourage their sons
- How mothers uniquely strengthen and support young men
- Why taking healthy risks helps boys grow into mature men
- The importance of community, mentors, and Christian friendships
- Encouragement for parents raising children with special needs
- Practical advice for young men searching for identity and purpose in Christ
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Build a biblical vision for raising children who know and follow Christ. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Foundations of the Christian Family — A 19-session video Bible study that equips families and churches with a biblical foundation for family discipleship. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/foundations
Russ Ewell — Learn more about Russ's ministry and resources at https://russewell.com.
Bay Area Christian Church — Learn more about the church and its ministries at https://bacc.cc.
Visionary Family Community — Join families committed to passing faith to the next generation. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community
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Are Young Men Failing? with Russ Ewell
2026/06/29
Why are so many young men struggling with purpose, identity, and hope? In this special interview, Rob Rienow welcomes Pastor Russ Ewell of Bay Area Christian Church for an honest conversation about the challenges facing boys and young men today. Together they explore why formation—not fear—is the biblical answer to a generation searching for direction.
Rather than accepting today's cultural narratives about masculinity, Russ shares insights from decades of mentoring young men. From loneliness and discouragement to the search for identity and purpose, this episode offers practical encouragement for parents, grandparents, pastors, and mentors who want to help the next generation thrive in Christ.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why many young men today struggle with identity and purpose
- The difference between cultural labels and biblical formation
- How coaches, mentors, and other trusted adults shape a young man's life
- Five common struggles facing boys and young men today
- Practical ways parents can encourage rather than discourage their sons
- Why listening is one of the most powerful tools in family discipleship
- How Jesus addresses our deepest questions about identity and purpose
Featured Resources:
Visionary Parenting — Build a biblical vision for raising children who know and follow Christ. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
Foundations of the Christian Family — A 19-session video Bible study that equips families and churches with a biblical foundation for family discipleship. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/foundations
Russ Ewell — Learn more about Russ's ministry and resources at https://russewell.com.
Bay Area Christian Church — Learn more about the church and its ministries at https://bacc.cc.
Visionary Family Community — Join families committed to passing faith to the next generation. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community
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When Kids Cut Off Their Parents, Part 2
2026/06/22
What do you do when a child says, "I need space"? Or worse, when they cut off contact completely? In part 2 of this conversation, Rob and Amy Rienow tackle one of the most painful realities facing many families today: strained and broken relationships between parents and adult children. They explore why these ruptures happen, how parents may unknowingly contribute to them, and how the gospel offers hope for healing and reconciliation.
Drawing from Scripture and decades of ministry experience, Rob and Amy discuss eight common patterns that can drive children away, the importance of listening over lecturing, and why restoration is usually a long journey rather than a quick fix. Whether you are a parent carrying deep heartache or an adult child longing for healing, this conversation offers biblical wisdom and practical hope.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why children often establish boundaries when they feel unsafe or unheard
- Eight patterns that can unintentionally push children away
- Why healing broken family relationships takes time and humility
- How avoiding difficult conversations creates long-term damage
- Why anger, perfectionism, and criticism can exasperate children
- How both parents and adult children can pursue reconciliation
- Why it is never too late to seek healing in your family
Featured Resources:
Never Too Late Video Bible Study — An eight-session Bible study designed to help parents strengthen relationships with adult children and encourage faith in the next generation. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/nevertoolate
The Heart of Your Teen — Discover practical ways to build heart-connected relationships with your teenagers and prepare for lifelong family faithfulness: Availbe FREE at: https://visionaryfam.com/teens
Living for Christ at Home — A devotional for teenagers by Lissie Rienow to help young people turn their hearts toward their parents. Available in the FREE resources section at https://visionaryfam.com/home
Shine — Amy Rienow's Bible study for women on identity and walking with Christ. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/shine
Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families committed to passing faith to the next generation. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community
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When Parents Cut Off Their Kids, Part 1
2026/06/15
What happens when parents walk away from their own children? In this episode of Family Vision, Rob and Amy Rienow tackle a painful and increasingly common issue: parents who cut off relationships with their adult children. While much attention is often given to children who reject their parents, many families are also experiencing the heartbreak of parents withdrawing from their children and grandchildren.
Drawing from their counseling ministry and personal conversations with families, Rob and Amy explore the warning signs that lead to relational breakdown, the dangers of unresolved bitterness and offense, and the biblical call to pursue forgiveness and reconciliation. They also discuss the proper role of boundaries and why healthy boundaries should always aim toward healing rather than permanent separation.
If your family is experiencing strained relationships, this episode offers biblical encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope for restoration.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- Why some parents choose to cut off relationships with their adult children
- The difference between healthy boundaries and relational abandonment
- How unresolved bitterness, anger, and offense can destroy family relationships
- Why forgiveness is essential for parents facing difficult situations with adult children
- How to pursue reconciliation while still addressing serious sin and harmful behavior
- The importance of seeking godly counsel instead of handling family crises in isolation
Featured Resources:
Never Too Late Video Bible Study — A brand-new 8-session video study designed to help parents build stronger relationships with their adult children and encourage faith in the next generation. Perfect for individuals, couples, small groups, and Sunday School classes. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/nevertoolate
Visionary Parenting — Start reading for free and discover a biblical vision for helping your children know, love, and follow Jesus for generations to come: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting
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K Suzy 2024/03/10
Favorite Marriage & Family Podcast
Family Vision is hands down one of the few “go to” podcasts I listen to on a weekly basis. Rob and Amy give a biblical worldview for marriage and fami...
MAM7316 2023/11/08
Thank you, Visionary Family!
This podcast helps me to know how to raise my kids for Christ!
Get some jitsu 2023/07/21
Worth a listen and then some….
Heard Dr. Rob and his wife Amy speak at a recent conference of sorts and the messages stood out to say the least. Always Biblically sound, full of wis...
amwarren82512 2021/12/22
Can’t speak enough sweet things….
This ministry along with Rob and Amy’s wisdom and encouragement has been heart changing for me. Always challenged to look more like Jesus. I always le...
Stutz5 2021/03/25
So encouraging!
I am so glad I started listening to this Podcast 4 months ago. Topics are always timely, encouraging, and practical. Thanks Rob!
Rehash Critics 2020/06/17
Fills my cup
I am a lover of podcasts, and when I found this one, it fills me with what I need for that day or week. I no longer waste my time with ESPN or the Psy...
Sydforest 2017/01/11
Awesome
Rob has such a grounded wisdom and unique perspective & voice that makes you want to go back and listen again & again....
So good.
BPD145 2011/07/30
A warrior for the family
I have heard Rob at three different conferences and it is apparent that God has blessed this man to speak an important message about the family. With ...
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