Family Renewal

Raising Spiritual Champions is a long-awaited new book from renowned researcher and bestselling author Dr. George Barna. It is set to release on Sept. 5, and it’s specifically geared to help parents disciple and build the biblical worldview of their children. “I want to wake people up—especially the parents of young children as well as individuals who have significant cultural influence—to understand that time is of the essence in transforming how we raise our children,” explained Dr. Barna, author of the book and Director of Research at the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University.

The product of seven different research studies conducted by Dr. Barna since 2022, Raising Spiritual Champions: Nurturing Your Child’s Heart, Mind and Soul (published by Arizona Christian University Press in partnership with Fedd Books) is a dynamic, Bible-based, research-supported guide for the parents of tomorrow’s Christian church.

Dr. Barna explains how vital it is for parents to disciple their own children and not merely trust institutions to do it for them.

To date, Barna has authored or co-authored 60 books addressing social and religious trends, worldview, leadership, spiritual development, church dynamics, and cultural transformation. They include New York Times and amazon bestsellers and several award-winning books. His books have been translated into more than a dozen foreign languages. His most recent bestseller is Raising Spiritual Champions: Nurturing Your Child’s Heart, Mind and Soul (ACU Press, September 2023).

He previously taught at several universities and seminaries; served as the Teaching Pastor of a large, multi-ethnic church; pastor of a house church; an elder; and helped to start several churches.

After graduating summa cum laude from Boston College, Barna earned two Master’s degrees from Rutgers University and received a doctorate from Dallas Baptist University.

George and his wife Nancy attended high school, college, and grad school together before marrying in 1978. They have three adopted daughters and three grandchildren, and currently live on the central California coast and in Phoenix. In his free time, George likes to watch the Yankees, read novels, play bass and listen to music, enjoy the ocean, spend time with his family and his blind dog (Ray Charles).

https://GeorgeBarna.com/

To learn more about Dr. Barna’s new book:

https://www.arizonachristian.edu/2023/09/06/announcing-dr-george-barna-latest-book-raising-spiritual-champions-copy-2/

For more information on Israel Wayne: https://www.FamilyRenewal.org

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This is an interview with veteran homeschooling mother of 14, author and conference speaker, Marilyn Boyer. Host, Brook Wayne, discusses with Marilyn how Christian mothers can truly embrace motherhood.

Beginning in 1980, Marilyn has taught all of her 14 children from kindergarten through high school. Her passion for putting Christian character at the top of her educational priorities resulted in the creation of the Character Concepts Curriculum. Marilyn has authored several books including Parenting from the Heart, Hands-On Character Building, and For You They Signed, which inspires children and adults alike by learning of the character of our founders. Her combination of compassion, godly wisdom, and rich insight into the hearts of children has made her a cherished resource for homeschooling moms all across America.

Marilyn’s store: https://characterconcepts.com/store/

Marilyn’s blog: https://www.characterconceptsblog.com/

This podcast is an outreach of https://www.FamilyRenewal.org

Learn more about Brook Wayne here: https://israelwayne.com/meet-brook/

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Join Israel Wayne every month as he discusses life, theology, Christian Apologetics, education, family and cultural issues from a Biblical worldview. Israel is an author and conference speaker who often speaks at homeschooling conferences, and churches, as well as marriage and parenting seminars.

Finally, the information he teaches around the nation will be available to listeners like you. Each broadcast will be about a half hour and will feature interviews and thoughtful commentary from Israel and his guests.

Israel and Brook Wayne tackle an area that has been the menace of parents for way too long.  Frustration, irritation, and anger often find a way into our homes, trying to turn the kindest of parents into a meanie. What happened? Where did this anger come from? What can be done to get rid of it? Come along and join the discussion.

You can order our new book here: Pitchin’ A Fit! Overcoming Angry & Stressed-Out Parenting.

The decision to homeschool is difficult. There is so much to learn, and there are often radical changes that take place in your family. Unfortunately, not everyone will be supportive.

Well-meaning friends and relatives may believe you are going to “ruin your child.” How can you make sure that you have laid a good foundation for your child’s future? How can you respectfully defend your choice to those who disagree with you?

Many studies indicate that Christian youth are leaving the Church, and anti-Christian education has been linked as a major factor in this equation. The Bible is full of instructions on how God desires His children to be educated. IF GOD has a definite opinion about the issue of education, wouldn’t you desire to find out what it is and how best to implement HIS WISDOM?

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Grandparenting Josh Mulvihill, what is the role of a grandparent? While the world tells you it’s time to retire and relax, you have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your grandchildren and leave a lasting heritage for your family that will bless generations to come. In this podcast, Josh Mulvihill explains culture’s misleading messages about grandparenting, provides a biblical overview of the role of grandparents, and shares encouragement that will give you a vision to impact the next generation for Christ. In addition, you will be given practical methods to disciple your grandchildren and navigate your place in the family. You are needed as a grandparent–and not simply as a babysitter or a playmate. If you want to care for your grandchildren, give them something that will truly last: a firm spiritual foundation and a close personal relationship they will cherish forever.

Josh Mulvihill is the Executive Director of Church and Family Ministry at RenewaNation. Josh served as a pastor for nearly 20 years, has a PhD in Family Ministry, serves on the board of Awana, is the Assistant Editor for The Review Magazine, and is the author or editor of ten books on parenting and grandparenting including Biblical Grandparenting, Biblical Worldview, and 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home. He is married to Jen, they homeschool their five children, and live in Minnesota on a farm where they raise KuneKune pigs, heritage breed chickens, and their black lab Liberty. Josh enjoys camping with friends, reading a great book next to a crackling fire, and catching fish in Minnesota lakes.

Learn more about RenewaNation: https://www.renewanation.org/staff

Josh’s website(GospelShapedFamily.com, with a blog posts, podcast interviews, books, and resources for parents and grandparents

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To Learn more about Israel Wayne and Family Renewal, LLC visit https://www.ChristianWorldview.net

& https://www.FamilyRenewal.org

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Gerald & Bev Huebner

Homeschooling Around the World In this podcast episode, Israel Wayne interviews Gerald and Bev Huebner. They are veteran homeschooling parents and international advocates for home education. They share their experiences from traveling around the world helping to encourage and equip new home educators in many countries. Learn more about what homeschooling looks like globally through this interview.

Gerald and Bev Huebner are veteran home educating parents from Arborg, Manitoba. They, like many, started home educating their 2 children with the oldest in grade one, deciding to try it for a year. They went on to home educate their two, now adult children, through to graduation and now are enjoying four homeschooled grandchildren.

Gerald and Bev have spent over 30 years in leadership of home education organizations, including serving on the MACHS (Manitoba Association of Christian Home Schools) board since 1989, having served as chair, conference coordinators, newsletter editors and other roles including currently as the board secretary. Gerald and Bev have also been involved in national home education advocacy and ministry across Canada for many years. They have had the privilege of sharing their homeschool journey in 10 different provinces. Nationally Gerald serves as the board chair of HSLDA Canada and the Canadian Centre for Home Education.

Since 2010 Gerald and Bev have also been very involved in international Home education development, having spoken on Home education and shared their homeschool journey and experience with parents, government officials and others in over 12 different countries around the world. Gerald has served as the chair of the Global Home Education Council since 2012. The Huebner’s have traveled to speak on home education in Ukraine, Belarus and Russia and many other places around the world.

Learn more about the Global Home Education eXchange (GHEX) here: https://ghex.world/about/

Learn more about the Huebner’s work through MACHS here: https://machs.ca/machs-board

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To Learn more about Israel Wayne and Family Renewal, LLC visit https://www.ChristianWorldview.net

& https://www.FamilyRenewal.org

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Daniel Hancock

Christian View Creativity the Arts Daniel Hancock is a play writer, script writer, director, producer, story-teller, and fiction author who creates comic books, graphic novels, audio dramas and much more. In this episode, Israel Wayne and Daniel discuss ideas for those who want to use their artistic talents for the glory of God. This is a great podcast episode for teens or parents who have children who are interested in the performing arts: theater, film-making, dance, speculative fiction, etc.

Learn more about Daniel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielhancock222/

Bible Actors: https://bibleactors.com/

Dominion (Bible-based Graphic Novels): https://www.terminusmedia.com/dominion

Experience DOMINION Chapters 1-3: Star Wars meets Narnia in this timeless story of war and family reimagined for a new generation! Own your copy of DOMINION CHAPTERS 1, 2 AND 3 together as a first edition trade paperback! This beautiful 134 page graphic novel includes galactic maps, biblical study guides, and exciting behind-the-scenes bonus material! [E for Everyone]

End of Darkness (audio Bible drama): https://www.terminusmedia.com/endofdarkness

Experience Bible Actors’ epic, full cast audio drama, END OF DARKNESS! Written and directed by DOMINION writer, Daniel Hancock.

Jesus of Nazareth recruits an unlikely group of disciples to join him in confronting spiritual darkness and launching the kingdom of God on earth. But hopes are shattered when he is falsely tried and executed. Will light yet shine in the darkness?

Faithful to the Biblical text and dedicated to excellence in storytelling, the Bible Actors deliver a bold rendition of the Gospel narrative. With a full cast of 50 voice actors, immersive sound effects, an original score, and unforgettable performances, END OF DARKNESS is a powerful, one-of-a-kind dramatic experience you don’t want to miss!

Now available for digital download and as a Limited Edition 3-Disc Set including a 24 page Visual Companion booklet! [Runtime 213 minutes]

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& https://www.FamilyRenewal.org

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Christian Education – Max Lyons

Principle Approach Max Lyons of the Foundation for American Christian Education (FACE) talks with Israel Wayne about the philosophy of the Principle Approach and how to teach Providential History. The Principle Approach was developed by Verna Hall & Rosalie Slater and has prepared many Christian school teachers and homeschoolers with a Biblical philosophy of education.

Dr. Max Lyons serves as Director of Teaching Services at FACE. He is a teacher, curriculum writer, and conference speaker, specializing in the areas of Bible, history, government, law, economics, and Biblical worldview. He has taught a Biblical worldview adult Sunday school class for two decades and served as a teacher and administrator in three Christian schools since 1979. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Virginia Wesleyan College, a Masters in Christian School Administration from Regent University, and a Ph.D. in Christian Education from Whitefield Theological Seminary. Max and Margie have four children and seven grandchildren and they attend Kempsville Presbyterian Church.

Government Takes All…What’s Left for Me?

Dr. Lyons logically presents the case for limited government and free-market economics in this well-researched yet easy-to-read book. https://www.facebookstore.net/product_p/gta.htm

Sons & Daughters: Walking in Truth

Your children are your priceless treasures! Learn the Biblical reasons to educate them in a thoroughly Christian program. This defense of Biblical Christian education presents ten compelling reasons for parents to equip their children with the Biblical worldview, ensuring that they walk in God’s truth (II John 4). This booklet is an apologetic for Biblical Christian education, most appropriate for high school and older. https://www.facebookstore.net/product_p/sdwt.htm

Celebrate Our Christian Holidays Like You Were There

Celebrate seventeen American holidays with the depth of their Biblical traditions and true history.

Website: https://www.Face.net

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-lyons-593b422b/

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To Learn more about Israel Wayne and Family Renewal, LLC visit https://www.ChristianWorldview.net

& https://www.FamilyRenewal.org

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Do you want to develop a Biblical Worldview? Join Israel Wayne and his special guest, David L. Barrett.

Israel and his guests tackle real-life issues important to raising Christian families. Share this episode with a friend and follow this podcast on your favorite podcast app.

Israel and his wife, Brook, are founders of Family Renewal. They are both authors,  speakers, and radio show hosts who cover a wide variety of homeschool and biblical topics. The Waynes are homeschool graduates and are homeschooling their eleven children.

The Director of BWLC, David L. Barrett, has a B.A. degree in mathematics and an M.A. degree in family studies. He has worked in the educational field since 1985 as a homeschooled father of seven and the leader of a local homeschool organization (The Montgomery Institute).

Since 1993 David has served as administrator and high school instructor at Covenant Academy, a private Christian school that joins with the home in educating children to be the Christian Statesmen of tomorrow. He also serves as a Teaching Elder at Wellsprings Church and teaches at Bradford Christian. College.

Biblical Worldview Learning Center: www.BiblicalView.com

Bradford Christian College: www.BradfordChristianCollege.com

Rocky Mountain Biblical Worldview Conference: https://biblicalworldviewconference.com

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To learn more about Family Renewal, LLC, visit www.FamilyRenewal.org

Other Links of Interest

Israel & Brook’s blog

Israel Wayne’s Books:

Questions God Asks: Unlocking the Wisdom of Eternity

Questions Jesus Asks: Where Divinity Meets Humanity

Pitchin’ A Fit! Overcoming Angry & Stressed-Out Parenting

Education: Does God Have an Opinion? – A Biblical Apologetic for Christian Education & Homeschooling

Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask

Raising Them Up – Parenting for Christians

Foundations in Faith – Bible Doctrine Curriculum (7th-12th grade)

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Steve Demme of Building Faith Families joins Israel Wayne to discuss the important issues of personal Bible study, family devotions / family worship and hymn studies.

More about Steve: https://buildingfaithfamilies.org/about/

Website: https://www.BuildingFaithFamilies.org

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To Learn more about Family Renewal, LLC visit www.FamilyRenewal.org

Other Links of Interest

Israel & Brook’s blog

Israel Wayne’s Books:

Questions God Asks: Unlocking the Wisdom of Eternity

Questions Jesus Asks: Where Divinity Meets Humanity

Pitchin’ A Fit! Overcoming Angry & Stressed-Out Parenting

Education: Does God Have an Opinion? – A Biblical Apologetic for Christian Education & Homeschooling

Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask

Raising Them Up – Parenting for Christians

Foundations in Faith – Bible Doctrine Curriculum (7th-12th grade)

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Dr. Jeff Myers is the president of Summit Ministries. In this podcast, Israel Wayne asks Jeff about his new book, Truth Change Everything: How People of Faith Can Transform the World in Times of Crisis.

How can we pass on objective transcendent truth in an age of postmodern moral relativism?

More about Jeff: https://www.summit.org/news/jeff-myers-biography/

Website: www.Summit.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/summitministries

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To Learn more about Family Renewal, LLC visit www.FamilyRenewal.org

Other Links of Interest

Israel & Brook’s blog

Israel Wayne’s Books:

Questions God Asks: Unlocking the Wisdom of Eternity

Questions Jesus Asks: Where Divinity Meets Humanity

Pitchin’ A Fit! Overcoming Angry & Stressed-Out Parenting

Education: Does God Have an Opinion? – A Biblical Apologetic for Christian Education & Homeschooling

Answers for Homeschooling: Top 25 Questions Critics Ask

Raising Them Up – Parenting for Christians

Foundations in Faith – Bible Doctrine Curriculum (7th-12th grade)

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