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Join Elizabeth Urbanowicz as we seek to answer your questions to equip you to help the kids that God has placed in your care to carefully evaluate every idea they encounter so that they can understand the truth of the Christian worldview.

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United States

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Join Elizabeth Urbanowicz as we seek to answer your questions to equip you to help the kids that God has placed in your care to carefully evaluate every idea they encounter so that they can understand the truth of the Christian worldview.

Language:

English


Episodes

From Knowing to Loving God: A Parent's Guide

3/26/2024
Today's question says, "My kids have an excellent book knowledge of God, but how do I move them to a love for God when I ask them if they feel like God loves them, they say they are neutral."

Duration:00:15:01

Selective Obedience? Why Observe Some Old Testament Laws & Not Others?

3/21/2024
Today's question says, "How are we to defend when critics point out that although we reference the principle in Deuteronomy about men not wearing women's clothing and vice versa. We, at the same time, do not follow all the other Old Testament rules."

Duration:00:17:27

Imagination vs. Lying: Helping Kids Understand the Difference

3/19/2024
Today's question says, "How do we balance encouraging a child's imagination while also encouraging truth-telling and disciplining them for lying?"

Duration:00:12:37

Where to Turn When Scripture Leaves You Confused

3/14/2024
Today's question says, "We went through your biblical Worldview curriculum with our 6-year-old daughter, and I have been listening to your podcast and webinars for a while. I'm so glad to hear that one of your biggest recommendations for parents is to have our children read the Bible for themselves. What I want to know is where do we go when we have questions? There are so many times I am confused about things in Scripture. Are there references you would recommend to answer biblical questions?"

Duration:00:20:24

Teaching Kids to Tithe: Joyfully, Generously, and Sacrificially

3/12/2024
Today's question says, "How do I teach my children about tithing?" Discover biblical principles and practical tips to help your kids honor God, give joyfully, and wisely manage their finances in this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast.

Duration:00:15:57

Addressing Guilt and Shame in Young Children

3/7/2024
Today's question says, "My youngest son, who is four, always resorts to saying 'I'm a bad boy,' or 'I'm bad' whenever he gets in trouble. I've made very sure to never say that he is a bad kid, but that he's making bad choices. I try never to shame but point out sin. We talk about repentance and forgiveness, but he just keeps saying it. What should I do?" Resources mentioned: Foundation Attributes of God Curriculum

Duration:00:14:30

Understanding Boundaries and Resentment in Parenting

3/5/2024
Today's question says, "Am I being too strict by not allowing my children to play outside, unsupervised, with the neighborhood children? The rules are if daddy or mommy aren't out there, then you aren't out there. My 9-year-old is beginning to show signs of resentment toward how different we live from other families."

Duration:00:11:43

Preparing Kids for Persecution

2/29/2024
In this Foundation Worldview podcast episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz dives into preparing kids for persecution. Learn how to build a theology of suffering and equip young believers to stand firm in their faith against adversity.

Duration:00:17:25

Teaching Kids to Share the Gospel

2/27/2024
Today's question says, "My children and I have many friends from different religious backgrounds, Mormon, devoted Christian, lukewarm Christian, and non-Christian. My kids know the differences, but how can I teach them to effectively tell their friends about the good news? Hopefully without offense?"

Duration:00:12:38

Disney Vacation Dilemma: Critical and Biblical Thinking for Families

2/22/2024
Today's question says, "My husband and I plan on taking our kids to Disney World this summer. We both really enjoyed Disney vacations while growing up, but I know Disney has changed a lot since then. What are good questions we can ask our kids to help them think critically and biblically about our time at the parks?"

Duration:00:18:24

Walking Through Old Testament Law with Kids

2/20/2024
Today's question says, "What is the best approach to getting through the Old Testament with kids? I'm having some trouble, even myself, getting through many of the commandments that came from God. All of the sacrificing animals, splashing blood, condemning to death for not wearing the right color, and ordaining procedures. Please help." Resources mentioned in this episode: Studying the Bible Curriculum Got Questions? Why does the Bible speak against wearing clothing made of different types of fabric?

Duration:00:18:08

Balancing Hospitality and High Standards in Your Home

2/15/2024
Today's question says, "I've been trying to implement your advice in previous podcasts about making my home an inviting place for my children to bring their friends. However, I worry that my standards for behavior are off-putting. How can I maintain high behavioral and moral standards without creating a hostile atmosphere?"

Duration:00:19:41

Discerning Appropriate Humor for Kids

2/13/2024
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz discusses how to discuss humor with children. Listen as she provides biblical principles to guide children in discerning appropriate humor, such as understanding that laughter and humor are good gifts from God, recognizing that humor has its proper place, and ensuring that humor and laughter always honor God. She also encourages parents to be mindful of the entertainment they engage in and to teach their children to turn off shows or avoid humor that does not honor God.

Duration:00:13:11

Explaining Sexual Sin to Kids

2/8/2024
Today's question says, "Many of our family members are living together before they get married. My children three, four, and five are beginning to ask questions about why their uncle lives with his fiance and why their cousin was at her parents' wedding. How do I walk through this without making our family feel unloved?"

Duration:00:22:16

How to Deal with Toddler Tantrums

2/6/2024
"How should I deal with my toddler's temper?" This episode dives into effective strategies like setting clear expectations, consistency in discipline, and developmentally suitable consequences.

Duration:00:20:39

Talking to Kids About Slavery in the Bible

2/1/2024
In this Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz addresses the pressing question: "How can we prepare our kids to counter the claim that the Bible's view of slavery undermines its credibility?" Uncover the historical context of slavery, explore biblical protections, and differentiate it from the transatlantic slave trade. Tune in for key insights on instilling a nuanced biblical worldview in children.

Duration:00:22:36

Balancing Ministry and Family

1/30/2024
Join host Elizabeth Urbanowicz as she tackles a question from a pastor's wife: How can we serve faithfully without neglecting the spiritual lives of our children? Discover practical insights and biblical wisdom on balancing ministry and family discipleship, and learn how to keep your kids from falling away. A must-listen for pastors, pastors' wives, and anyone seeking to raise godly children in the church.

Duration:00:17:28

Is God Real? Evidence for God

1/25/2024
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview podcast, we tackle a question that many parents face: how do we help our children believe in the existence of God? Join host Elizabeth Urbanowicz as she provides practical advice and resources for equipping your kids with rational reasons for belief in God. Discover how to affirm your child's questions and doubts, explore the evidence for a higher being, and dive into the attributes of God as revealed in Scripture.

Duration:00:19:03

Aiming High in Kids' Ministry

1/23/2024
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz tackles how to handle a diverse range of biblical literacy levels in kids' ministry. She discusses the importance of parents as primary disciple-makers and offers practical strategies for supporting both children with strong biblical literacy and those with little to none. Don't miss this episode that equips teachers and volunteers in children's ministry to effectively reach the goal of making disciples.

Duration:00:14:16

Teaching Kids Objective vs. Subjective Statements

1/18/2024
In this episode, we tackle the question: How do we tell the difference between objective and subjective statements? Join us as we dive deep into this topic and discover practical ways to teach kids this important skill.

Duration:00:14:37