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Children and the Five Love Languages

November 10,2022 These are pictures of some of the books and authors we have featured on the Family Shield radio program and podcast.  The Five Love Languages of Children And they were bringing children to him that he might touch them, and the disciples rebuked them. But when Jesus saw it, he was indignant and said to them, Let the ...
Why I Left the Mormon Church

Introducing Christianity to Mormons

One of the great challenges Christians face is sharing the truth with those who believe they have already found it. When witnessing to current or former members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, it's essential that you compassionately describe biblical teachings from Mormon doctrine while tactfully advocating for Christ. For every believer who prays for loved ones ...
Let's Learn About the Reformation

The Reformation

What was the reformation? Who was involved? And why is it so important 500 years later? Join us today as I interview Rev. William Marler about the reformation. He’s the senior pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Springfield, Missouri, and an instructor in the Department of Religious Studies at Missouri State University.
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Fun Family Devotions for the Home

October 25, 2022 Fun Family Devotions for the Home From Kay Meyer's column in the St. Louis Metro Voice newspaper from 1994 to 2013. It's tough, isn't it? Even in Christian families tempers sometimes flare. Christians sometimes find themselves irritated by insignificant events. Then, too, we don't talk with one another about our faith or about our Savior as often ...
Family Outdoors

Let’s Connect!

October 7, 2022 Family Shield Ministries Thank you for your prayers and support! You are special to us! We have a complimentary copy of our newest booklet: Let's Walk & Pray! Ideas for Your Family and Friends Prayer Walk available as our gift to you and your family. We launched our first Family Prayer Walk (FPW) Initiative in 2021. We learned that many Christian parents ...

An Ex-Jehovah’s Witness Shares Her Faith Journey

Why do Jehovah's Witnesses leave the Watchtower Society? Many ex-Jehovah's Witnesses are disfellowshipped. They can also experience guilt and anger after they leave. Why do they need hope that is only possible when we know the Christ of the Bible, and how can we effectively share God's love and the Gospel with them? Join us today as we visit with ...
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Family Shield Ministries

September 23, 2022 Family Shield Ministries Did you know that the gospel-focused, Christ-centered Family Shield radio program airs on 54 radio stations and is heard by more than 850,000 people each week? Sometimes people are surprised to learn that the radio program has aired for over 28 years and that we have designed and produced more than 1300 programs. The ...
Dragons: Legends & Lore of Dinosaurs

Dragons: Legends & Lore of Dinosaurs

Today on Family Shield we’ll explore the links between Dragon myths and the reality of dinosaurs. Did you know there are dragon legends in nearly every culture from China to Australia, India to Europe, the Americas, and Persia to the kingdoms of the fiercest Norse warriors? Eyewitnesses to these dinosaurs include Job from the Bible, Alexander the Great, and Marco ...
Discipling our Children for Christ

Discipling Our Children for Christ

Raising children to know and love the Lord in today's world is a joy, a privilege, and a challenge. Parenting is the most important job you will ever have. How can we maintain a Christ-centered home while juggling jobs, sports, school, and community activities? We find the answer when we rely upon God’s power, not our own. Family Shield Ministries ...
M&Ms Remind Me of God!

M&Ms Remind Me of God!

September 9, 2022 M&Ms Remind Me of God by Kay L. Meyer "Mom, wake up! It's time for us to get ready to go to church." "Dad, can I invite Larry to go to church and Sunday school with me this Sunday?" "Wally, would you like to come to Sunday school with me this Sunday?" "Steven, let's play church. I'll ...