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Hello and welcome to Family Shield Ministries. We are both a podcast and a radio program, so it's pretty exciting. My question for you is have you ever been in that moment where you're sitting in church and the pastor does it again - he looks at you and somehow he knows you haven't been reading the Bible. And he looks at you and says, “You should really start reading the Bible. It’s the Word of Life, it’s good - the more you’re in the Word, the freer you are.” Then you do that thing where you nod but on the inside you go “But it’s so boring.” Today we have somebody who I deeply appreciate and respect, Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kloha. He was at the Concordia Seminary here in St Louis when I was here and then in 2017 Dr. Kloha, you went to the Museum of the Bible.

“And these words which I am commanding you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your sons and shall talk to them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise up. You shall bind them as a sign on your hand, and write them on the doorpost of your house.” (Deuteronomy 6:6-8) According to God's Word God wants parents to be the primary disciple maker for their children. How do parents learn to disciple their children? How should congregations and leaders support parents in this important work? Today on Family Shield we’ll talk about how parents can be supported by the congregation to raise their children to know and love Jesus. My guests today are Rev. Brian Weaver, pastor of Peace Lutheran Church in Hurst, Texas, and Rev. Chris Kennedy, pastor of Shepherd of the Hills in San Antonio, Texas.

Patti took a leap of bravery and faith to acknowledge an eating disorder she had since she was a teenager and sought help. Her eating disorder began with negative thoughts about herself and how she viewed her body when she was a teenager. Today we’ll learn more about how Patti sought and received help as she went through an intensive 12-week treatment program. It helped her change her relationship with food, her body, and her mind. My guest today is Patti Caskey. Patti is my niece and lives in California with her husband Dean.

How do we respond and share our faith with Mormons who come to our door or that we meet in the community? What's the difference between the Mormon concept of God and how it differs from Christian beliefs? What do Mormons believe about Jesus, and how is this different from Christian beliefs? Why is it important that we talk about these things with our family, friends, and those who come to our doors that are Mormon? Today I'm interviewing Bill McKeever, the founder of Mormon Research Ministry.

What is trauma? What types of events cause trauma? What are some of the warning signs to watch for, and how do we learn to cope and eventually recover from trauma? Join us today as we discuss dealing with trauma. Today my guest is Dr Marie Yvette Seltz, director of Candescent Counseling and Coaching.

How do we learn more about God's Word? Whether you are new to the Bible or have been reading and studying it for years, you'll want to listen to today's Family Shield program. We'll talk about 10 questions we should ask every time we read the Bible. Why are questions so important, and how will asking these questions help us understand and personally connect to the Bible as we read it? My guest today is Reverend Andrew Jones. He's the author of Ten Questions to Ask Every Time You Read the Bible. He enjoys writing, hiking, and adventuring with his wife Stephanie. He has served the church on three continents including as a campus pastor, international mission work, Professor of Preaching, and today as a parish pastor in the San Francisco bay area.

How can we improve our prayer life? Why should we pray more and worry less? Join us today on Family Shield as we learn what the Bible says about prayer, discuss how to improve our prayer life, help our children learn to pray, and share stories of how God answers prayers.

God created the family and He wants parents to raise their children to know and love the Lord. Today is the Family Shield Father's Day Special - Why are fathers so important to their children? Why is it important for fathers to learn to say “I'm sorry; will you forgive me?” And how do fathers help their children grow spiritually and become disciples of Christ? My guest today is Reverend Brian Weaver. He's pastor of Peace Lutheran Church in Hurst Texas and the host of The Average Disciple.

The Bible has endured for generations, been shared around the world, and is still the best selling book of all time. The Museum of the Bible located in Washington DC is a 430,000 square foot building that preserves an abundance of rare and fascinating artifacts. Today we’ll learn about the Museum of the Bible—its mission, four pillars, and about the biblical cannon. My guest today is the Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Kloha, the Chief Curatorial Officer. He previously served 18 years as Professor of New Testament at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, and earned his PhD from the University of Leeds.

Family Shield Ministries' board of directors unanimously approved taking over the ministry of Faith Family Reunion at its March 2023 board meeting. Faith Family Reunion has ministered to parents and grandparents that had adult children raised in the church but ... More The post Learning About Faith Family Reunion appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

How can a coffee shop be used to introduce people to Christ? How can we as Christians learn to open up conversations and build trusting relationships with those we meet in our community? Join us today as I talk with ... More The post Witnessing in Our Daily Lives appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Has technology taken over your home? In this digital age children spend more time absorbed in screens and less time playing outside, reading a book, or enjoying family. With Screen Kids you’ll become empowered to make positive changes in your ... More The post Screen Kids appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Explore who God is, what He does, and what He promises in His Word as we talk about Promised Rest: Finding Peace In God’s Presence. As you study this book it will draw you closer to God’s real and present ... More The post Promised Rest: Finding Peace in God’s Presence appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

In our culture of sound bites it's easy for Jesus’ words to be taken out of context and misunderstood. What do we make of these challenging words? Jesus Said WHAT? is a book written by Christopher Kennedy. The book brings ... More The post Jesus Said WHAT? appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

What is grief and why do people grieve differently? How can Christians find ways to share God’s love with people who are grieving that know the Lord? How can we offer God’s comfort and peace to those who are grieving ... More The post Ministering to the Grieving appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why are so many young adults leaving the church? How do we learn to open up conversations with those who are unchurched about faith issues? And what should a church for Millennials look like and do? Join us today as ... More The post Reaching Young Adults appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

How can a couple stay connected? How can a couple keep their marriage centered on Christ; and how can a couple receive encouragement during times of joy and times of stress? By staying connected to God's Word. 5-Minute Bible Studies ... More The post 5-Minute Bible Studies for Couples appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Jacob seems to be anything but a model disciple. He’s a trickster, liar, and a selfishly ambitious man who fathers children with four women and leads a dysfunctional family life with jealousy and backstabbing. But Jacob is also Israel, the ... More The post Limping with God appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

Why did Matthew, a college student raised as a Jehovah’s Witness leave the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society? How did Matthew’s friend, Daniel show love and help him learn more about what Christians believe and teach? And how did Daniel ... More The post Witnessing to Jehovah’s Witnesses appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.

A number of months ago my wife and I were sharing a meal with some good friends. All three of our families had been members of the same congregation several years before but we’d all moved on to different places. ... More The post Meaningful Outreach: An Essential Guide for Churches appeared first on Family Shield Ministries.