Five Things We Will Learn:
- How immersing children in biblical living from a young age, like nightly evangelism and family Bible studies, naturally shapes a lifelong commitment to Christ without needing dramatic turnarounds.
- The transformative power of entertainment that honors God, such as Duck Dynasty’s prayer-filled episodes reaching millions and sparking salvations, marriages restored, and lives saved from despair.
- Why bold, unapologetic sharing of the gospel—through relationships, business, or media—mirrors the Book of Acts and counters the world’s dark content with light that draws people in.
- Practical wisdom for thriving marriages and families: Give more than you take, serve one another, and prioritize gathering around the table to build kingdom connections.
- How viewing family as co-workers in God’s kingdom equips generations to carry the gospel forward, blending everyday life with eternal purpose.
A Life Wired for the Gospel
Right from the start, faith wasn’t an add-on in my world—it was the air we breathed. Picture this: My dad, Phil, out at the river every evening, Bible in hand, sharing Jesus with whoever showed up, baptizing folks right there in the water. That’s the environment I grew up in—no curfews, no rigid rules, just the straightforward command to obey God’s Word. As a kid, I’d study Scripture with lost friends in sixth grade, railing on them biblically until they gave their hearts to Christ. It wasn’t forced; it was natural, like breathing. And today, in a culture screaming for balance and compromise, I see the Holy Spirit calling us back to that all-out fire from Acts. As Jesus urged in Matthew 28:19-20, “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” That’s our marching orders, folks—not a suggestion, but a commission to live bold and unashamed.
Wholesome Entertainment: A Door for the Harvest
Now, let’s talk about Duck Dynasty. We wrapped every episode with a family prayer, no fighting, no cursing—just real life laced with the gospel. That show shattered records, reaching millions who tuned in for something different in a sea of dark, edgy content. I can’t tell you how many stories poured in: A guy on the brink of suicide meets me and chooses life instead. Marriages crumbling get a second shot because a wife sees our family dynamic and says, “That’s what I want.” Or that woman whose husband, after 14 years of distance, finally holds her hand watching our movie, The Blind. Entertainment isn’t the enemy; it’s a tool. When we honor God in it, doors fly open for the harvest. Proverbs 11:30 declares, “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and the one who is wise saves lives.” We’ve seen thousands transformed—not by slick production, but by simple obedience. If this stirs you toward deeper prophetic insights on how God uses media for His purposes, head over to GregLancaster.org/Prophecy, where dreams, visions, and timely words light the way.
Bold Witness: From Relationships to Revival
Think about it—bold faith isn’t about perfection; it’s about pursuit. I didn’t have a wild “prodigal son” story; faith just wove into everything, from youth group to running the family business. Dropped seminary after a semester to marry Corey and build Duck Commander, but God used it all. We’d network on golf courses, swapping stories over crawfish pie, helping folks before asking for help. That’s kingdom economics: Give more than you take. In marriage, after 33 years, it’s the same—serve, gather at the table, let love lead. And in evangelism? It’s relationships that seal it. Like with my buddy Adam LaRoche, the baseball star—we’d dive into Scripture, and lives changed. The world’s pushing balanced, watered-down faith, but Acts shows us the early church exploding because they were “all out.” Ephesians 5:15-16 urges, “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” We’re in those days, beloved. Rise up, share unashamed, and watch revival spark. As this fire spreads through families and media, consider partnering in global soul-winning—over 38,000 saved through disaster relief and evangelism in places like Uganda and India. Jump in at GregLancaster.org/Missions; your story could be the bridge someone crosses to Jesus.
Related:
- The Power of Camp – Youth Camp
- Gospeler: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time, by Willie Robertson
Generations as Kingdom Co-Workers
Here’s the heart of it: Family isn’t just blood; it’s co-laborers in the field. Dad “hotwired” us kids to God by living it out—no lectures, just example. Now with grown kids and grandkids, I pour in the same: Wisdom over weekends, fried deer steak around the table, pointing them to their role in the Great Commission. Obeying Jesus means loving God fiercely, loving others tangibly, and making disciples who do the same—it’s the core drive pulsing through every generation. Psalm 78:4-7 reminds us, “We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord… so the next generation would know them, even the children yet to be born, and they in turn would tell their children.” That’s the legacy: Not stuff, but stories of surrender. If you’re hungry to obey these commands in your own home, explore GregLancaster.org/CommandsOfJesus—practical steps to love God, love people, and lead them deeper. And for those feeling the pull to publicly declare that faith through baptism, gather with believers on Pensacola Beach at BaptizePensacola.org. It’s a fresh dunk in living waters, marking the start of a bold witness.
The Gospel’s Unstoppable Fire
Beloved, this isn’t theory—it’s testimony. From river baptisms to TV screens to family tables, God’s using the ordinary to unleash extraordinary harvest. Romans 1:16 proclaims, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.” Don’t shrink back; step forward. The same Spirit that fueled Acts is yours today—pour it out in your world. Follow our teachings, message series, and weekly VFNtv services at GregLancaster.org/Media or tune in at GregLancaster.org/VFNtv. With over 157,000 subscribers strong on YouTube, catch it all at YouTube.com/@GregLancaster. And for every podcast, video, and link in one easy spot, visit GregLancaster.org/MyLinks.
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