Entrusting The Faith
How do we equip our families with a biblical worldview? How do we prepare the next generation for life? How do I grow in my walk with the Lord and in my marriage? If you wrestle with these questions, you are in the right place to find answers. This podcast equips families so that future generations may know Christ. Learn Biblical instruction, grow closer to Christ, and apply the tools learned to build a legacy.
Episodes
Episode Overview
Eric Rutherford sits down with David Michael to explore what it actually means to pass the faith from one generation to the next. They unpack the biblical mandate behind next generation ministry, why churches often miss the mark despite good intentions, and what a practical, vision-oriented approach to discipling children looks like — in both the church and the home. This episode is directly relevant to fathers...
Eric Rutherford sits down with Dr. Eric Scalise to tackle one of the most under-addressed areas in faith communities: mental and emotional health. They cover the stigma that still surrounds Christian counseling, the role of AI in making biblical resources more accessible, and why the local church is uniquely positioned to be a first-responder community for people in crisis.
Key Points
1. The stigma around mental health in the church ...
What if the simplest, most overlooked act in your faith could shape nations, strengthen your family, and even change your life’s direction?
In this episode of Entrusting the Faith, Eric Rutherford sits down with missionary and Operation World researcher Kyle Eipperle to unpack the power of prayer, global missions, and raising families with a vision far beyond their home.
After nearly 20 years serving in Ukraine, Kyle shares how God r...
Why are so many men isolated, passive, and spiritually stuck, even while sitting in church every Sunday? In this powerful episode of Entrusting the Faith, Eric Rutherford sits down with David “Goose” Mills, retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and founder of Men's Alliance, to discuss how men are being transformed through challenge, brotherhood, leadership, and practical discipleship.
Goose shares the surprising story of h...
Key Takeaways
1. Church has long been perceived as “unmanly” (00:01:29)
For centuries, attending church signaled a step away from traditional markers of masculinity, creating a deep-rooted gender gap that still influences men today.
2. Emotionalism unintentionally pushes men away (00:04:51)
When spiritual maturity is measured by visible emotion, many men feel like they can’t compete—leading to discomfort, disengagement, or ...
Key Takeaways
- Courage is a daily decision, not a personality trait (00:01:07)
Ann explains that courage isn’t something you achieve once—it’s something you choose every single day in response to what you’re facing. - You won’t change until staying the same hurts more (00:10:20)
Real transformation often begins when the pain of your current reality outweighs the fear of change. - Fear and courage are not opposites—they coex...
Episode Summary
Brad and Heidi Mitchell share why praying together is one of the most overlooked yet transformative practices in marriage and how couples can start, even if it feels awkward or unfamiliar.
Key Takeaways
1. Most couples aren’t praying together—and it’s more serious than you think (00:02:02)
Only about 5% of couples pray together, and even among pastors it’s just 6%. This highlights a major gap between belief and pr...
In this episode of the Entrusting the Faith podcast, host Eric Rutherford explores the historical shift from private to public education in America, drawing insights from Samuel Blumenfield's 1979 article, "Why the Schools Went Public." The article can be found here: https://reason.com/1979/03/01/why-the-schools-went-public/
The article delves into the early 1800s, when a group of intellectuals pushed for soc...
Key Takeaways:
A biblical legacy requires thinking decades or centuries into the future, not just for short-term gains or outcomes.
We must begin with the end in mind and consider what we want our obituary and legacy to convey about our faith.
God has given us resources, talents, opportunities, and his Word to use for his purposes - we will be accountable for what we do with what he has given.
Examples like George Mueller and D...
YWAM Publishing Biographies
YWAM Publishing offers a range of biographies on notable figures such as Lottie Moon, Amy Carmichael, William Carey, and Gladys Aylward. These biographies provide insight into the lives of missionaries and their journeys of faith.
The biographies are recommended for children at a fourth to sixth-grade reading level, making them accessible for young readers.
Reading these biographies can inspire chil...
The first resource highlighted is Established in the Faith: A Discipleship Guide for Discerning and Affirming a Young Person's Faith. This guide serves as a tool for parents to assess their child's belief in Christ and readiness for baptism, emphasizing the importance of genuine faith over mere ritual.
Next, I introduce A Father's Guide to Blessing His Children, which explores the biblical concept of blessing ...
First up, we have the "Big Picture Story Bible" by David Helm and Gail Shoemaker. This book is perfect for children from birth to around age five. It beautifully narrates the story of Scripture from Adam to Christ, providing solid biblical teaching in an engaging way.
Next on the list is "The Jesus Storybook Bible" by Sally Lloyd-Jones, illustrated by Jago. This book delves deeper into the narrative of Sc...
Andrea and Gabe Olson
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Ray Leight
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