Passing On The Faith
Passing on the Faith is a podcast from Generations that curates the best of their content, including audiobooks, sermons, and conferences. Each episode delivers biblical truth aimed at helping listeners lead their families with clarity, courage, and conviction. The podcast focuses on raising kids, discipling teens, and preparing the next generation to stand firm in the truth. It offers faith that lasts for generations.
Episodes
The Proper Function of Civil Government
Only 0.1% of American murderers received the death penalty since 1960 — down from near 100% compliance in 1850. In this chapter from the audiobook Under God, Kevin Swanson traces how the church's abandonment of God's law gutted justice, defense, and restitution... and what it would take to restore them.
God's Gospel
This week's highlight comes from Kevin Swanson's sermon on Romans 1, preached at Reformation Church of Elizabeth. Swanson makes the case that the resurrection is the most powerful event in human history, more consequential than every government budget on earth combined. He closes with a challenge: if God is truly as good as He is powerful, the resurrection had to happen.
Raising a Beautiful Woman of God
In this episode of Passing on the Faith, we revisit a 2006 message from Kevin Swanson titled "Raising a Beautiful Woman of God," contrasting the biblical vision for womanhood and motherhood with the feminist worldview championed by figures like Betty Friedan and Gloria Steinem. Swanson makes the case for raising daughters toward dependence, diligence, and a meek and quiet spirit rather t
American Faith Chapter 9 - Samuel Adams
Samuel Adams is often remembered as a firebrand of the American Revolution, but few know he was discipled by a Puritan pastor for 47 years and once declared "a slave cannot live in my house." In this chapter from our audiobook of American Faith, Kevin Swanson traces how Adams' Christian convictions shaped his fight against British tyranny, from the Sugar Act to the Boston Tea Party.
The Calling of a Husband
What does it look like for a husband to love his wife the way Christ loves the church? In this sermon from Reformation Church of Elizabeth, Pastor Joshua Schwisow unpacks Ephesians 5:22–33, outlining three dimensions of Christlike love every husband is called to — sacrificial, sanctifying, and nourishing. He also addresses common misunderstandings around headship, and why the language Scripture it
From Lesbian Feminist to Christian Homeschool Mom
What does it actually look like to lose everything and find Christ? Rosaria Butterfield shares how years of honest conversation, radical hospitality, and faithful friendship led her from a committed lesbian relationship to the Christian faith. Her story is a compelling reminder that the ground zero of Christian witness isn't a placard, but rather a dinner table.
American Faith Chapter 8 - Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry wasn't just a patriot — he was a man of deep Christian faith who believed liberty was defined by God, not man. This chapter American Faith traces Henry's life from a homeschooled Virginia boy to the voice that lit the flame for American independence. His story is a powerful reminder that one courageous man, armed with faith and conviction, can change the course of history.
The Calling of a Wife
The world scoffs at Ephesians five. Submission is seen as a dirty word. But for the Christian wife who loves the Word of God, this passage is not a burden, but a picture of the gospel. In this episode of Passing on the Faith, Joshua Schwisow examines the calling of a wife, and explained why Ephesians chapter 5 cannot be separated from chapters 1-4. He digs into how to respond to common objections
Preparing Children to Live Under God
This week's episode features a segment from the April 2026 Generations webinar, "Preparing Children to Live Under God," with Kevin Swanson and Alex Newman. Kevin and Alex trace the roots of America's godless education system from Woodrow Wilson's evolutionary politics to John Dewey's socialist vision for public schools, and make the case that all children need to be r
American Faith Chapter 11 - George Washington - The President Who Feared God
Two horses shot from under him, his coat torn by four musket balls, his hat punched through twice — and George Washington walked away without a scratch. This audio chapter from Kevin Swanson's book American Faith traces the Braddock massacre, an old Native chief's haunting testimony, and the providential fog that saved an army, and asks why even hardened soldiers believed an unseen hand
Sons Like Jesus - The Godly Parent's Heart Cry for Their Children
What should Christian parents desire most for their sons? In this sermon, Kevin explores God's vision for biblical manhood through Ephesians 5. Christian sons are called to lead with humility, love sacrificially, steward faithfully, and follow the example of Christ.
Expressing God's Love - Norm Wakefield
What is the purpose of your life? Norm Wakefield brought this question to the 2022 Father Son Conference. Weaving personal testimony, Scripture, and a vision of what the church could look like, he builds the case that every Christian — father and son alike — is called to one thing: to live to love with Jesus. Not for him. But with him.
Family Life Chapter 2 - Family Relationships
In this chapter from Family Life, Kevin Swanson confronts a sobering reality: Christianity is disappearing from American homes one generation at a time, and the primary culprit is not the culture — it is the abdication of discipleship within the family itself. He traces how secular education, mass media, and parental hypocrisy have quietly displaced fathers from their God-given role as the chief d
Daughters as Pillars in the Palace of the King - Kevin Swanson
In this sermon from Reformation Church of Elizabeth, Pastor Kevin Swanson addresses one of the most dangerous spiritual forces affecting women today — the feminist and pro-abortion spirit. Drawing from 1 Peter 2–3 and 1 Timothy 2, he outlines God's design for daughters as gentle and God-fearing women, and calls parents, pastors, and older women in the church to raise and disciple the next gen
Experiencing God's Love - Norm Wakefield
In this powerful message from the 2022 Father-Son Conference, speaker Norm Wakefield explores how a man truly comes to know God loves him — not through facts alone, but through personal experience of God's presence. Drawing from a remarkable story of a man who walked a week from Uganda to deliver a three-word message, and tracing God's "I will be with you" promise from Abraham
Family Life Chapter 6 - Family Honor
The Fifth Commandment is not just a rule for children. It is the foundation of a civilization. In this chapter from Family Life, Kevin Swansons looks at what happens when generations stop honoring one another, and what it will cost America socially, economically, and spiritually over the next several decades.
What God Says About Admonishing and Correcting Children - Kevin Swanson
In this sermon from Reformation Church of Elizabeth, Pastor Kevin Swanson explores Ephesians 6:1–4 and the biblical call to admonish and correct children. He traces resistance to correction back to a 19th-century shift in views on human nature, contrasting that with the Bible's teaching on the sinfulness of the heart.
Upgrade Chapter 9 - The Principle of Life Integration
A child can graduate knowing how to parse Latin verbs and explain Plato's theory of forms, and still have no idea how to manage a household, raise children, or navigate a real business negotiation. This chapter from Kevin Swanson's audiobook makes the case that knowledge without life application isn't just incomplete, it's almost useless.
Not Back to School 2025 - Interview with Stephen Kendrick
In this episode from Generations' "Not Back to School" homeschool kickoff webinar, Stephen Kendrick speaks to homeschooling families about keeping discipleship at the center of their educational approach. He argues that curriculum and scheduling are secondary tools, while a parent's own walk with God is the true foundation of the home. The real measure of homeschooling success
What God Says About Knowledge - Kevin Swanson
The Bible says the fear of God is the beginning of knowledge, which means how a child learns math, science, and literature is a spiritual issue, not just an academic one. When the fear of God gets stripped out of education - whether at home or in school - the foundation doesn't just crack, but eventually collapses. Listen to Kevin Swanson's recent sermon preached to his congregation on w
Upgrade Chapter 13 - The Irreducible Rock-Bottom Essentials of Education
True education, as God designed it, must be parent-led, life-integrated, and Scripture-saturated. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, and any system that removes Him removes the foundation of all learning. If you want to know the bare essentials of a truly Christian education, the answer starts in Proverbs 1:7 and Deuteronomy 6:6-9.
The Names of Our Children - Steve Vaughan
What does it mean to be named "Trouble-bringer" at birth? In this lecture from the 2020 Father Son Conference, Steve Vaughn unpacks the story of Jabez to show how God rewrites the names we've been given and what it means to walk in the identity Christ has already secured for us.
What God Says About Educating Your Kids - Kevin Swanson
What does God actually say about the education of your children? For generations, prophetic voices have warned the church about the dangers of secular education, yet they have largely been ignored. In this powerful sermon from Reformation Church of Elizabeth, Kevin Swanson draws from Deuteronomy 6 and the wisdom of theologians spanning 150 years to make the case that educating children apart from
Upgrade Chapter 2 - The Data on Education: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Educational studies often shape the way parents think about schooling. In this episode, listen to the data on homeschooling compiled by Kevin Swanson. Consider what the research reveals, and what it leaves unanswered. Beyond the statistics lies a deeper question: what truly makes an education successful?
10 Ways to Go Out of Business Fast - Dave Tucker
What does it take to start a business that serves your family without destroying it? Drawing on personal failures and successes, Dave Tucker explains the most common ways entrepreneurs go out of business — and how careful planning, wise stewardship, and faithfulness in small things can change the outcome.
Abounding Grace to the Chief of Sinners - Joshua Schwisow
Acts 9 reveals the stunning power of God’s sovereign grace in the conversion of Saul — a persecutor transformed into a preacher. This sermon by Pastor Joshua Schwisow explores how Christ’s “conquering grace” overcomes human resistance, opens blind eyes, and redirects lives for His purposes. No sinner is beyond the reach of God’s saving mercy.
Becoming the Man God Wants You to Be - Kevin Swanson
In a culture confused about masculinity, this message from the 2024 Shepherds Conference calls men back to their identity as sons of God and leaders in their homes. Addressing generational sin, cultural drift, and spiritual apathy, Kevin Swanson urges men to pursue holiness, reject passivity, and believe God for real transformation.
Apostate - Chapter 10 - Charles Darwin - Forming the Humanist Scientist
In this chapter from Apostate, we examine the life, legacy, and worldview of Charles Darwin and the spiritual revolution set in motion by his ideas. Far more than a scientific theory, Darwinism reshaped the Western understanding of God, man, morality, and human destiny. What happens when man seeks to remove the Creator from creation—and what are the consequences for generations to come?
Discipling Your Children to Disciple Others - Rosaria Butterfield
As culture grows increasingly opposed to Christian conviction, parents face pressure either to withdraw or to compromise. This conversation with Rosaria Butterfield addresses homeschooling as a calling rooted in covenant faith, shaped by hospitality, and aimed at discipling children to disciple others. It challenges families to rethink their “high bar” and place Christ at the center. Faithful pare
Honor and Humility - Jason Young
Many homes collapse not because of a lack of vision, but because pride quietly undermines honor. This sermon by Jason Young from the 2023 Father-Son Conference unpacks the biblical meaning of honor, showing how humility before God is foundational to healthy families, churches, and communities. Men are called to abandon self-exaltation and receive the grace that only comes through the gospel. Heali
Apostate - Chapter 6 - Jean-Jacques Rousseau - Forming the Humanist Society
Rousseau promised a world of freedom through autonomy—man “obeying himself alone.” But Scripture names that dream for what it is: the original rebellion, trading God as Lawgiver for self-rule that always ends in bondage. This episode traces how Rousseau’s ideas helped build the modern humanist state, reshaping education, family life, and civil order. Learn why true liberty can’t be engineered by p
Repentance Defined and Applied - Joshua Schwisow
Repentance isn’t a gloomy side-topic—it’s at the center of the gospel. In this session from the 2021 Shepherd’s Conference, Pastor Josh Schwisow walks through Psalm 51 to see how David confesses sin without excuse and pleads for the only thing he can: God’s mercy. Learn why true repentance restores joy, renews worship, and drives us back to the cleansing grace of Christ.
Applying the Gospel to Marriage Webinar - With Rob Rienow
Many couples run on good intentions for years and slowly discover the “marriage tank” is empty. Rob Rienow shares how gospel-centered marriage begins with a foundation—love that serves and leadership that washes with the Word. This episode offers real, doable steps for couples who want unity, peace, and spiritual growth at home.
Courage - Kevin Swanson
A rallying call to men to wake up to the battle, return to serious prayer, and stand firm when the heat turns up. This message from the 2022 Father/Son Conference insists that the Christian life isn’t a cruise ship—it’s a battleship headed for glory. Learn why resilient faith is forged in the fire, and why God’s promises are meant to be confessed out loud when fear presses in.
The Importance of Teaching a Biblical Worldview as It Relates to Science - Ken Ham
In this interview from the 2017 Homeschool Curriculum Summit, Ken Ham explains why a biblical worldview must come before any approach to science. He distinguishes between observational science (what we can test in the present) and historical science (beliefs about the past), arguing that the Bible provides the true framework for interpreting origins. The conversation addresses why “neutral” educat
Heavenstruck - Chapter 5 - The Life Changing Conversion of Adoniram Judson
This episode traces the remarkable spiritual journey of Adoniram Judson, from youthful brilliance and ambition to profound conviction and surrender to Christ. Through illness, doubt, intellectual pride, and a haunting encounter with death, Judson is forced to confront the emptiness of worldly fame. What emerges is a life transformed by the glory of God and wholly given to the advance of the gospel
The REAL Reason We Homeschool - Daniel Craig
What happens when a culture removes God from its classrooms? Daniel Craig traces the spiritual, historical, and ideological roots of today’s educational chaos—and why Christian parents must pursue a radically God-centered alternative. This episode calls families back to a vision of homeschooling built on Scripture, glory, and discipleship.
The Suffering Man - Steve Walker
Suffering feels like the gift no one wants—but what if Scripture calls it a kindness from the hand of God? In this message from the 2025 Shepherd’s Conference, Pastor Steve Walker traces the story of Thomas Cranmer, walks through Philippians, Colossians, and Romans 8, and shows how trials deepen our fellowship with Christ, advance the gospel, and prepare for us an eternal weight of glory. Be encou
A Family Mess and A Hidden Mercy - Kevin Swanson
2019 was a year of public pride; 2020 was a year of global shaking. In this message from Genesis 19, Kevin Swanson connects Lot’s family mess to our own cultural moment and the spiritual compromises inside Christian homes. He warns of God’s real temporal judgments—but also points to His astonishing mercy toward broken families who run to Christ.
Responding to Wokeism with the Gospel - Voddie Baucham
Is “social justice” just Micah 6:8 in modern clothes? Dr. Voddie Baucham walks through the roots of critical theory and cultural Marxism, shows how terms like equity and racial justice get redefined, and contrasts them with the Bible’s doctrine of sin, truth, and salvation.
Heavenstruck - Chapter 11: How Jesus Won the War for Mitsuo Fuchida
He led the attack that ignited the Pacific War, hailed as a national hero of Japan. Yet as General MacArthur prayed for “peace of the spirit,” Mitsuo Fujita’s heart began to crack. What followed was a journey from hatred to humility—through a missionary’s daughter who forgave her parents’ killers, and an American airman who blessed his torturers. Their mercy dismantled his pride. This powerful rea
Gospel Before Grammar Webinar - with Israel and Brook Wayne
In this conversation, Brandee Gillham sits down with Israel and Brook Wayne to answer real parent questions about mornings, academics, and behavior. They map age-wise academics—joy first for young kids, grit for tweens, and vocation-minded choices in high school. Discipline is heart-focused and Scripture-shaped, with dads taking responsibility. You’ll also get actionable strategies for distractibi
Walking with Wise Men: How to Discover, Mine, and Apply the Wisdom of Others - Steve Riddell
When wisdom feels out of reach, Scripture points the way. In this episode of Passing on the Faith, Steve Riddell (NOAH Conference, 2017) calls believers to “walk” biblically— in good works, worthy of our calling, in love, as children of light, and wisely—while ditching time-wasting habits and learning from the counsel and failures of others. Drawing from Proverbs and Ephesians, he unpacks the “sev
The Generational Church - Kevin Swanson
When the church stops weeping, it starts dying. Kevin Swanson presents a remedy: preach the Word, love young men into maturity through life-on-life discipleship, and restore honor between grandparents, parents, and children. Under the cross that erases every generational and cultural divide, Kevin casts a 2035 vision of a church alive with babies crying, saints rejoicing, and fathers discipling—wh
Heavenstruck - Chapter 9: The Life from the Dead Conversion of a Jewish Surgeon, M.L. Rossvally
When a young soldier refuses chloroform and brandy, whispering “Blessed Jesus, stand by me,” his dying prayer targets the Jewish doctor holding the scalpel. Haunted for years, the surgeon is cornered by providence—a barber’s tears, a preacher’s call, and ancient prophecies that drive him to Christ. The fallout is fierce, yet redemption spreads. This chapter from Kevin Swanson's book, Heavenst
Humility: The Path to Your Son's Heart - Bill Roach
From the Prodigal Son to present-day homes, this talk calls dads to lead with confession, mercy, and rejoicing. Learn why pride blinds, why consequences matter, and why waiting on God’s timing is worth the cost to gain your child’s heart.
Knowing Satan's Devices - Kevin Swanson
Kevin Swanson delivers a powerful call for Christians to recognize and engage in spiritual warfare with sober-mindedness and maturity. Using Scripture, he highlights Satan’s tactics—lies, accusations, doubts, and false promises—and urges believers to counter them through God’s Word, the cross of Christ, and testimony of faith. The message exhorts young and old alike to grow into steadfast, battle-
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