From Atheist to Christian
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|Why are many of our teenagers and young adults becoming atheists or agnostics in today's world? And why would an atheist become a Christian? Join us today as I interview Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies, a pastor and a former atheist. Today he's the regional director of North America for Lutheran Hour Ministries. We’ll hear about his journey from atheism to ...
Learning from Peter-a Church Leader
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|The apostle Peter was an impulsive fisherman when Jesus selected him to be one of his disciples. Peter, even after he became one of the 12 disciples, didn’t always think before he acted or spoke. Peter was taught and mentored by Jesus for 3 years after he said follow me. What leadership skills and personal qualities did Peter possess that ...
What is Wicca? How Can We Shield Our Loved Ones?
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|What is Wicca? Why does Wicca, or witchcraft attract so many converts? What should we do if our daughter, wife, or another loved one gets involved? What are some of the warning signs that we should watch for? Why is tolerance so important among Wiccans? And how is the fact that Wiccans don’t believe in sin impact our ability to ...
Building a Positive Relationship with a Jehovah’s Witness
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|How do we build a positive relationship with a Jehovah’s Witness? What about family members and loved ones that become involved in the Watchtower Bible & Tract Society? How can we keep the communication lines open but also be ready to share our faith in Christ with them when God opens the door? Join us today as I feature Keith ...
Families Transformed Through the Gospel of Christ
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|How can meeting physical, emotional and spiritual needs open doors to share the Gospel? How do we respond with love and point people to Jesus Christ when they struggle with relationships, parenting, marriage, communication, physical illness, addictions and a myriad of other issues today's families face? God has established two institutions--the family and the church. Would you agree with me ...
Travelers for Jesus
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|What is Travelers for Jesus? How does this ministry dedicated to carrying out the Great Commission touch lives with the Gospel and encourage people to know Christ and His Word as they travel through the community on their motorcycles? Join us today as we talk with Jim Lajeuness who is the president and chaplain for Travelers for Jesus and Ralph ...
Identity Theft
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|What is identity theft? How do thieves steal an identity? How can you prevent this from happening and what do you do if it does happen? Join us today as I interview Katie Koelling, senior counsel for Thrivent Financial within Thrivent Financial's general counsel office. She serves as Thrivent Financial's privacy, anti-money laundering and identity theft officer and manager of ...
Celebrating 25 Years & Stepping Into the Future with Christ
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|Who do you turn to when a family member has strayed from the faith? How do you cope with your own feelings of loss when a family member is losing their way? What resources are available to you when you are seeking help or assistance? Join us today as we explore one organization that has been helping families for over ...
Sharing the Gospel with Hurting People
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|We don’t need to go far to find hurting people both within and outside of the church. We just need to listen. As we listen we learn about the challenges family and friends are facing in today's world. Here are a few stories about people we've listened to and worked with through the Family Shield Follow-up Services and Response Center.
Dealing with Conflict and Reconciliation
The Family Shield Ministries Podcast
|How do you handle conflict in your home and family? When conflict occurs, how do you resolve it? How might a Christian counselor help you learn to resolve conflict and be reconciled? Join us today as we discuss conflict and reconciliation. My guest today is Dr. Gary Peterson, the director of Graduate Counselling and Graduate Education at Concordia University in ...