Family Shield Ministries
Christian Talk
Radio program topics feature experts from around the United States and address family life, spiritual growth, prayer, life issues, mission topics, apologetics, and learning to witness. Diverse topics address issues individuals, parents, and families face in today’s world. The program encourages listeners to care and share their faith with those they meet in their daily life.
Location:
Springfield, IL
Description:
Radio program topics feature experts from around the United States and address family life, spiritual growth, prayer, life issues, mission topics, apologetics, and learning to witness. Diverse topics address issues individuals, parents, and families face in today’s world. The program encourages listeners to care and share their faith with those they meet in their daily life.
Language:
English
Contact:
Family Shield Ministries, Inc., P. O. Box 230015, St. Louis, MO 63123 314 772 6070
Episodes
Reaching Millennials and Involving Them in Congregations
3/5/2018
“And these words, which I am commanding you today, shall be on your heart; and you shall teach them diligently to your sons and daughters, and 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.”(Deuteronomy 6:6-8). The church […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Pentecost
3/2/2018
What is Pentecost? Why do Christians believe Pentecost represents the birth of the church? What happened at Pentecost? What languages, or tongues, did the apostles and disciples speak in, and what did they say? Why is the Holy Spirit so important to us as Christians?
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Duration:00:27:58
Conflict in Marriage
2/20/2018
The soaring divorce rate indicates that great marriages don’t just happen. All couples have conflict and disagreements. How do couples learn to fight fair and communicate effectively? Join us today as we discuss handling conflict and fighting fair. My guest is Marty Lindvedt, a Christian counselor.
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Duration:00:27:58
Dealing with Spiritual Warfare
2/12/2018
What is spiritual warfare? How can Christians learn to stand firm and put on the full armor of God? How do we learn to resist the schemes of the devil and serve the Lord in all circumstances? Join us today as I intervew Rev. Michael Newman. Our topic – Spiritual Warfare in Today’s Families.
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Duration:00:27:58
The Challenge of Suicide
2/5/2018
What causes Christians who believe in Jesus to seemingly give up hope and take their own lives? How is mental illness involved? Why do so many people assume that Christians who commit suicide have lost their faith in Christ and are lost forever? And what does God’s Word really say about sin and grace? My […]
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Duration:00:27:58
It’s All About Jesus
1/29/2018
Recently someone asked me why Family Shield Ministries exists. Another way to say this is why do we do what we do? It’s simple — it’s all about Jesus. Today we’ll talk about Jesus, who He is, and what He’s done for you and me.
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Duration:00:27:59
Becoming a Pastor
1/27/2018
Host Kay L. Meyer with guest Vicar Alex Schrader Why would a husband and father with over 18 years of experience in the information technology field decide to attend Concordia Seminary to become a pastor? How did the Lord guide this family as they made this decision? What does becoming a pastor involve, and how […]
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Duration:00:28:39
Married and Still Loving It
1/22/2018
Nothing is more inspiring than witnessing a married couple that has been together for decades still in love and enjoying life together. But in a culture that continuously seems to devalue marriage, how does a couple stick together? What does it look like to thrive in a marriage in the second half of life? And […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Opening Your Church Door to the Community
1/15/2018
How does the mission of God get carried out in today’s world? How can congregations emerge from their buildings, programs, and institutions and effectively engage their communities with the power of the Gospel? What are the eight hinges that help open church’s doors into their community? Join us today as I interview Rev. Terry Tieman, […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
1/8/2018
What is post-traumatic stress disorder, how is it diagnosed, and how is it treated? My guest today is Chaplain Steven Hokane, the Assistant Director of Ministry to the armed forces for the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. His military service has taken him to Southwest Asia, Cuba, Bosnia, Germany, Denmark, and Alaska, as well as state […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Witnessing to Mormons about LDS History and Beliefs
1/1/2018
How is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints dealing with touchy topics about their history that Mormon members can now so easily obtain on the Internet? What did the LDS Church believe and teach about race and the priesthood? What do they teach about polygamy? And do they really believe that man […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours
12/25/2017
If you’re looking for parenting direction in today’s chaotic world and your pint-sized treasures always seem to have the upper hand, you’re not alone. How can we encourage healthy attitudes, positive behavior, and long-lasting values in children of all ages? Join us today as we talk with the author of Making Children Mind Without Losing […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Holiday Traditions for the Family
12/18/2017
Why are traditions and precious memories important as we build strong, healthy families for Christ? Why do traditions matter? How can we show our children and grandchildren who they are, and what’s important to us? What traditions do you and your family enjoy during the holidays? Join us today as we discuss family traditions. My […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Why Do Christians Celebrate Christmas? and Why Don’t Jehovah’s Witnesses?
12/11/2017
What is the incarnation of Christ? When did it happen, and why should it be celebrated and proclaimed to all people? Why do the prophesies about Christ predicted in the Old Testament, fulfilled in the New Testament matter? Why and how should we celebrate Christmas? Why do Jehovah’s Witnesses tell their members and followers that […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Eight Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids
12/4/2017
What are Eight Simple Tools for Raising Great Kids? Why should we control our volume knob? What does listening have to do with parenting effectively? Why should we understand the power of our words, and why is regular family time so important? Join us today as I interview Dr. Todd Cartmell, author of Eight Simple […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Dealing with Depression
11/27/2017
What is depression? What are symptoms we should watch for? How is it diagnosed and treated? Join us today as we discuss dealing with depression. My guest is Dr. Richard Winter, Professor Emeritus of Applied Theology and Counseling at Covenant Seminary.
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Duration:00:27:59
Confirmation and Today’s Youth
11/13/2017
Why should congregations develop a holistic approach to involving young Christians into the life of the church, especially as it relates to confirmation? What is the history of confirmation? Why is much of what is occurring in our churches not meeting the needs of today’s youth, and why are so many youth and young adults […]
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Duration:00:27:59
The Two Kingdoms of God
11/6/2017
Christians live in two kingdoms. What is the kingdom of the right, and the kingdom of the left? Why should Christians understand these teachings? Today my guest is Dr. Gregory Seltz, the Executive Director of the Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty. Today we’ll talk about two kingdoms of God and learn about LCRL Freedom.
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Duration:00:27:59
God Grows Families
10/2/2017
God doesn’t always send us a family in the way we expect, but God always has a plan. We just need to wait for Him to show us His plan, and be open to sharing God’s love with all people. Joan Harwell and her husband never had children of their own, yet God eventually sent […]
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Duration:00:27:59
Eight Great Smarts
9/4/2017
Why should we expose our young children to a variety of activities so their God-given passions can be awakened? What are the Eight Great Smarts? How do we discover and nurture our childrens’ intelligence? My guest today is Dr. Cathy Koch. She’s the founder and president of Celebrate Kids and an internationally celebrated speaker and […]
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Duration:00:27:59