Passing On The Faith

About

Passing on the Faith is a podcast from Generations that brings you the best of our content—powerful moments from audiobooks, sermons, conferences, and more. Each episode delivers biblical truth to help you lead your family with clarity, courage, and conviction. Whether you’re raising kids, discipling teens, or preparing the next generation to stand firm in the truth, this podcast is for you. Biblical truth for life. Faith that lasts for generations. Sign up for our weekly newsletter at PassingOnTheFaith.org

Episodes

  • Family Life Chapter 6 - Family Honor

    This episode of Passing On The Faith discusses the Fifth Commandment and its role as a foundation for civilization. It explores the consequences of a lack of intergenerational honor on American society, economy, and spirituality.

  • What God Says About Admonishing and Correcting Children - Kevin Swanson

    In this episode, Pastor Kevin Swanson explores Ephesians 6:1–4, discussing the biblical call to admonish and correct children. He contrasts a 19th-century view on human nature with the Bible's teaching on the sinfulness of the heart.

  • Upgrade Chapter 9 - The Principle of Life Integration

    This episode, "Upgrade Chapter 9", from Kevin Swanson's audiobook, explores the argument that knowledge is ineffective without practical life application.

  • Not Back to School 2025 - Interview with Stephen Kendrick

    In this episode, Stephen Kendrick discusses homeschooling, stressing the importance of discipleship and a parent's spiritual foundation. He argues that the true measure of homeschooling success is whether children grow to love and follow C…

  • What God Says About Knowledge - Kevin Swanson

    In this episode, Kevin Swanson discusses the biblical view on knowledge, asserting that the fear of God is essential for learning. He explores how removing this foundation from education can impact families and culture.

  • Upgrade Chapter 13 - The Irreducible Rock-Bottom Essentials of Education

    This episode explores the irreducible essentials of Christian education, highlighting the importance of parent-led, life-integrated, and Scripture-saturated learning. It emphasizes that the fear of the Lord is foundational to all true educ…

  • The Names of Our Children - Steve Vaughan

    In this episode, Steve Vaughn discusses the story of Jabez and how God redefines the names people are given. He explores walking in the identity secured by Christ, based on a lecture from the 2020 Father Son Conference.

  • What God Says About Educating Your Kids - Kevin Swanson

    In this episode of Passing On The Faith, Kevin Swanson delivers a sermon on God's view of educating children. He references Deuteronomy 6 and theological perspectives to assert that educating children without a focus on God is a sin.

  • Upgrade Chapter 2 - The Data on Education: What Every Parent Needs to Know

    Kevin Swanson presents educational data, specifically on homeschooling. The episode examines research findings and open questions regarding effective education.

  • 10 Ways to Go Out of Business Fast - Dave Tucker

    In this episode, Dave Tucker discusses common reasons businesses fail and how to avoid them. He shares insights on careful planning, wise stewardship, and faithfulness in small things.

  • Abounding Grace to the Chief of Sinners - Joshua Schwisow

    This sermon by Pastor Joshua Schwisow explores how Christ’s “conquering grace” overcomes human resistance, opens blind eyes, and redirects lives for His purposes. The episode discusses the conversion of Saul as described in Acts 9.

  • Becoming the Man God Wants You to Be - Kevin Swanson

    This episode features Kevin Swanson from the 2024 Shepherds Conference. He addresses themes of masculinity, generational sin, and spiritual apathy, calling men to pursue holiness and transformation.

  • Apostate - Chapter 10 - Charles Darwin - Forming the Humanist Scientist

    This episode examines Charles Darwin's life and the spiritual revolution initiated by his ideas. It explores how Darwinism reshaped the Western understanding of God, man, morality, and human destiny.

  • Discipling Your Children to Disciple Others - Rosaria Butterfield

    Rosaria Butterfield discusses homeschooling as a calling rooted in covenant faith, shaped by hospitality, and aimed at discipling children to disciple others. The conversation challenges families to rethink their approach and place Christ…

  • Honor and Humility - Jason Young

    In this episode, Jason Young discusses the biblical meaning of honor and the importance of humility in families, churches, and communities. He delivered this sermon at the 2023 Father-Son Conference.

  • Apostate - Chapter 6 - Jean-Jacques Rousseau - Forming the Humanist Society

    This episode discusses Jean-Jacques Rousseau's philosophy and its impact on the development of the modern humanist state, including its influence on education, family life, and civil order. It explores the idea of freedom through autonomy…

  • Repentance Defined and Applied - Joshua Schwisow

    In this episode of Passing On The Faith, Pastor Josh Schwisow discusses the topic of repentance. He examines Psalm 51 to illustrate how David confessed his sins and sought God's mercy.

  • Applying the Gospel to Marriage Webinar - With Rob Rienow

    This episode features Rob Rienow discussing how to apply gospel principles to marriage. He shares insights on building a gospel-centered marriage with practical steps for couples seeking unity, peace, and spiritual growth at home.

  • Courage - Kevin Swanson

    Kevin Swanson delivers a message for men from the 2022 Father/Son Conference. He discusses the importance of prayer, standing firm in faith, and developing resilient faith through challenges. The message encourages confessing God's promise…

  • The Importance of Teaching a Biblical Worldview as It Relates to Science - Ken Ham

    In this episode, Ken Ham explains the necessity of a biblical worldview as a foundation for understanding science. He distinguishes between observational and historical science and emphasizes the importance of equipping children with apolo…

  • Heavenstruck - Chapter 5 - The Life Changing Conversion of Adoniram Judson

    This episode traces Adoniram Judson's spiritual journey, detailing his conversion and transformation. It covers his journey from youthful ambition and doubt to a life transformed by faith.

  • The REAL Reason We Homeschool - Daniel Craig

    This episode features Daniel Craig, who explores the spiritual and historical reasons behind homeschooling. He discusses the need for Christian parents to pursue a God-centered educational alternative.

  • The Suffering Man - Steve Walker

    This episode features Pastor Steve Walker from the 2025 Shepherd's Conference. He discusses suffering through a Christian lens, drawing from various biblical texts and the story of Thomas Cranmer.

  • A Family Mess and A Hidden Mercy - Kevin Swanson

    Kevin Swanson examines Genesis 19, drawing parallels between Lot’s family troubles and modern cultural and spiritual challenges for Christian families. He discusses themes of divine judgment and God's mercy for those who turn to Christ.

  • Responding to Wokeism with the Gospel - Voddie Baucham

    Dr. Voddie Baucham examines the roots of critical theory and cultural Marxism, and how terms related to social justice are redefined. The discussion contrasts these ideas with biblical doctrines of sin, truth, and salvation.

  • Heavenstruck - Chapter 11: How Jesus Won the War for Mitsuo Fuchida

    This episode of Passing On The Faith, titled "Heavenstruck - Chapter 11: How Jesus Won the War for Mitsuo Fuchida," details Mitsuo Fuchida's transformation. It describes his journey from being a Japanese national hero who led the attack th…

  • Gospel Before Grammar Webinar - with Israel and Brook Wayne

    Brandee Gillham joins Israel and Brook Wayne to discuss parenting topics including mornings, academics, and behavior. They cover age-wise academic approaches, heart-focused discipline, and strategies for common family challenges.

  • Walking with Wise Men: How to Discover, Mine, and Apply the Wisdom of Others - Steve Riddell

    In this episode, Steve Riddell discusses how to discover, mine, and apply the wisdom of others, drawing from Proverbs and Ephesians. He unpacks the "seven pillars" of wisdom and explains how pursuing them protects your soul, shapes your ha…

  • The Generational Church - Kevin Swanson

    This episode features Kevin Swanson, who discusses his vision for a revitalized church. He emphasizes intergenerational discipleship, preaching, and restoring honor between family members as key to its future.

  • Heavenstruck - Chapter 9: The Life from the Dead Conversion of a Jewish Surgeon, M.L. Rossvally

    This episode, titled "Heavenstruck - Chapter 9," describes the conversion of a Jewish surgeon. His journey to Christ is influenced by a soldier's dying prayer and subsequent events, as presented in Kevin Swanson's book.

  • Humility: The Path to Your Son's Heart - Bill Roach

    This episode of Passing On The Faith, titled 'Humility: The Path to Your Son's Heart,' examines how fathers can lead with confession, mercy, and rejoicing, using the Prodigal Son as a reference. The discussion covers the effects of pride,…

  • Knowing Satan's Devices - Kevin Swanson

    Kevin Swanson discusses spiritual warfare, identifying Satan's tactics and how Christians can use scripture, the cross of Christ, and faith to counter them. He encourages believers to become steadfast and battle-ready disciples.