Family Vision: Christian Parenting, Marriage & Family Advice

How do we get to Heaven? In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow concludes the series on Heaven by addressing the most important question of all—what it takes to enter eternal life with God.

Many people assume Heaven is reached by being good enough or doing enough good works. But Scripture gives a different answer. Dr. Rob explains why every person needs a Savior, what it means to trust in Jesus Christ, and how parents can prepare their children to stand before God with confidence in the gospel.

In this episode you'll learn:

- Why heaven cannot be earned through good behavior

- What the Bible teaches about sin and judgment

- The meaning of the Book of Life in Scripture

- How salvation comes by grace through faith in Jesus Christ

- What it means to trust Jesus for forgiveness and eternal life

- Why parents should talk with their children about the gospel now

Featured Resources:

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Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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What does the Bible actually say about heaven? In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow continues the conversation by looking at common ideas people have about heaven and comparing them with what Scripture teaches.

Many of our assumptions about heaven come from culture, imagination, or tradition. Dr. Rob walks through several of these ideas and helps families understand what God has revealed in His Word about eternity, our future bodies, and the new heaven and new earth. This conversation helps parents guide their children to think clearly about their eternal home.

In this episode you'll learn:

- Why people do not become angels in heaven

- What the Bible says about our future resurrection bodies

- Why heaven is not static but full of ongoing life and purpose

- The difference between paradise and the new heaven and new earth

- How Scripture describes the new creation and the city of God

- Why focusing on eternity changes how we live today

Featured Resources:

Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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How often does your family talk about heaven? In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow invites parents to consider why conversations about eternity should be a regular part of family life.

Many families focus on daily responsibilities, school, and activities, but rarely talk about what matters most—our eternal future with God. Dr. Rob explores how Scripture points us to heaven and why helping our children think about eternity can shape their faith, priorities, and relationship with Jesus.

In this episode you'll learn:

- Why conversations about heaven are important for family discipleship

- How thinking about eternity shapes daily priorities

- Ways to naturally talk about heaven with your children

- How Scripture helps us understand our future with God

- Why focusing on eternity strengthens faith in Jesus

- How parents can lead meaningful spiritual conversations at home

Featured Resources:

Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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How can families make vacations and trips meaningful for their faith? In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow and Amy Rienow share practical ways to use everyday moments—especially during travel—to invest in family discipleship.

Whether it's a road trip, a special outing, or a full vacation, these moments can become opportunities to grow spiritually as a family. Rob and Amy talk about simple ways to be intentional, the importance of shared experiences, and how activities like family camps and mission trips can help build lasting faith across generations.

In this episode you'll learn:

- How everyday travel moments can become opportunities for family discipleship

- Why intentional spiritual habits matter even during vacations

- Simple ways to connect with your children spiritually during trips

- How prayer helps families recognize God's work throughout the day

- Why Christian family camps can strengthen relationships and faith

- How family mission trips help build a lasting spiritual legacy

Featured Resources:

Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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In this episode, Amy introduces the new Shine Online Discipleship Group for Young Women. Amy Rienow is joined by her daughter-in-law, Brooke, as they share her story of recovery and her desire to help others find their identity in Christ.

Many young women struggle with body image, food, and identity, often feeling alone or unsure how to talk about what they are facing. Brooke shares how bringing these struggles into the light and applying God's Word can lead to freedom. This upcoming group is designed to create a safe place for young women to walk through these challenges together and grow in their faith.

In this episode you'll learn:

- Why many young women feel alone in struggles with body image and food

- How bringing struggles into the light helps break patterns of shame

- Why identity in Christ is key to lasting change

- How Scripture helps replace lies with truth

- The purpose and structure of the Shine Bible study group

- How community and discipleship support real spiritual growth

Featured Resources: hine Online Discipleship Group for Young Women — Register Today at: https://visionaryfam.com/shop/shine-small-group-experience-with-brooke-rienow/

Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow reflects on the power of multi-generational faith. Did you know that how you live right now has a direct effect on your great-grandchildren?

Parents and grandparents play an important role in shaping the faith of future generations. Dr. Rob encourages families to begin praying not only for their children, but also for their grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In this episode you'll learn:

- How the sons of Asaph show the impact of faith across generations

- Why parents should pray for the spiritual lives of future generations

- Why Christian families need encouragement and support from others

- How the Visionary Family community provides prayer and connection

Featured Resources:

Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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How can parents help their children face temptation? In this episode, Dr. Rob Rienow looks at how Jesus responded to temptation in Luke 4 and what families can learn from His example.

Many parents know their children will face pressure and temptation, especially in areas like online behavior and sexual purity. But fewer parents intentionally teach their kids how to fight spiritual battles. Dr. Rob walks through practical principles from Scripture to help parents prepare their children to resist temptation and rely on God's Word.

In this episode you'll learn:

- Why temptation often comes when we are physically, emotionally, or spiritually weak

- Two common kinds of temptation: escaping pain or chasing pleasure

- Why fighting temptation immediately - is critical

- How Scripture becomes a weapon in spiritual battle

- Why believers have authority to resist the devil

- Why children need trusted people to fight these battles with them

Featured Resources:

Upcoming Events — Meet us in person at a Visionary Family Conference near you. Full event schedule: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Visionary Family Community — Join a movement of families dedicated to passing faith to the next generation. Receive prayer support, live teachings, and exclusive resources. Learn more: https://visionaryfam.com/community

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Can God really bring healing from an eating disorder?

In Part 2 of this conversation on Family Vision, Amy continues her discussion with her daughter-in-law, Brooke Rienow, about God's work of hope, repentance, and restoration.

After collapsing and being hospitalized, Brooke realized the severity of her condition—and her desperate need for the Lord. What followed was not an overnight transformation but journey of recovery marked by surrender, care, and daily dependence on Christ.

Brooke shares how a Christian-based treatment team helped her reframe food as a gift from God rather than something to fear. Through intentional goal-setting, biblical counseling, and spiritual renewal, she began replacing pride and control with gratitude and obedience. Recovery required both physical rebuilding and spiritual growth—and ultimately, a deeper intimacy with the Lord than she had ever known.

This episode is an honest look at how sin, suffering, mental health, and spiritual warfare intersect—and how God faithfully forgives, heals, and restores.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

- Why eating disorder recovery is a long process—not a quick fix - How surrender to Christ becomes the turning point in healing - The role of repentance in restoring both body and soul - Why food must be seen as a gift from God, not an enemy - How pride and control give way to gratitude and dependence - The difference between "checkbox Christianity" and true intimacy with God - Why prayer and daily surrender are essential for lasting freedom

Scriptures Referenced:

Psalm 103:1–3

Resources:

Visionary Parenting – Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting

Join the Visionary Family Community – Become part of a global community of families committed to following Jesus: https://visionaryfam.com/community

Upcoming Events – Visionary Family Conferences and Family Camp details: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Connect With Us:

If your family is navigating the challenges of an eating disorder and would like prayer, please reach out to us at [email protected]. We would be honored to pray for you.

Negative body images and eating disorders are far too common today—and many of us can trace those struggles back to our early years. In this episode of Family Vision, Amy is joined by a very special guest: her daughter-in-law, Brooke Rienow.

Brooke shares her personal testimony of how insecurity and body image struggles began as a young girl, intensified through painful peer experiences, and later escalated in college into a serious battle with anorexia. She describes how "control," comparison, and pride quietly took root, and how an outwardly productive, high-achieving life hid a growing internal darkness.

This is a raw and hope-filled conversation about what an eating disorder can look like behind the scenes—and why true healing is not just physical, but spiritual. Brooke also opens up about how her relationship with God became "checkbox Christianity" during the hardest seasons, and how the Lord began to bring her back to real freedom. Amy and Brooke share key Scriptures that provide a foundation for hope and healing.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

- How early body image struggles can begin (even in kindergarten) - How comparison and peer cruelty can shape a child's self-image

- Why college can become a pressure-cooker for control and insecurity

- How eating disorders often shift from "I'm in control" to "it controls me" - Why isolation is one of the most dangerous parts of disordered eating - What anorexia can do physically—and why it becomes life-or-death - Why spiritual healing is essential for long-term freedom

Resources:

Visionary Parenting – Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/parenting

Join the Visionary Family Community – Become part of a global community of families committed to following Jesus: https://visionaryfam.com/community

Support the Philippines Mission Trip – Help provide clean water filters and share the Gospel. Donate at: https://visionaryfam.com/hope (Type "filter" in the notes section)

Upcoming Events – Visionary Family Conferences and Family Camp details: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Connect With Us:

If your family is navigating the challenges of an eating disorder and you would like prayer, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Our prayer team would be honored to pray for your family. You can also request a prayer call with our prayer team leader, Peter Rothermel.

For nearly 2,000 years of Christian history, this wasn't even a debated question. When the church gathered for worship, the whole family gathered together. But today, many parents wrestle with what Sunday mornings should look like for their children.

In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob and Amy Rienow explore what Scripture, church history, and personal experience reveal about children in corporate worship. From Old Testament feasts to New Testament letters addressed directly to children, the biblical pattern consistently points toward multi-generational worship.

But this conversation goes deeper than logistics. It's about long-term discipleship, heart connection to the church body, and whether our children truly feel seen, valued, and spiritually formed within the gathered church.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

- What the Bible reveals about children participating in corporate worship - Why this question did not exist for most of church history - How separating children from the main service may impact long-term faith - The difference between having kids present and truly valuing them - Practical encouragement for parents navigating Sunday mornings

Scriptures Referenced:

Exodus 12, Deuteronomy 16, Joshua 8, Joel 2, Ephesians 6:1–3, Colossians 3:20

Resources:

Visionary Church – Discover how your church can strengthen families and the next generation. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/church

Not So Perfect Mom – Encouragement for mothers seeking to raise their children with eternal purpose. Start reading for free: https://visionaryfam.com/mom

Support the Philippines Mission Trip – Help provide clean water filters and share the Gospel. Donate at: https://visionaryfam.com/hope (Type "Filter" in the notes section)

Join the Visionary Family Community – Become part of a global community of families committed to following Jesus: https://visionaryfam.com

Upcoming Events – Visionary Family Conferences and Family Camp details: https://visionaryfam.com/events

Connect With Us:

We would love to hear from you. Send your questions or prayer requests to [email protected]. Our prayer team would be honored to pray for your family.