Foundation Worldview Podcast

Every Christmas, Christian parents face the same question: How should we handle Santa? In today’s episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz takes a thoughtful, biblical look at this cultural tradition and explores what Scripture has to say as we seek to shepherd our children well.Whether your family already has established Christmas rhythms or you’re still deciding how to approach the season, this episode will equip you to think wisely, intentionally, and biblically about Santa, and how to keep your family’s focus rooted in the true hope of Christmas.Join us for a gentle, Scripture-anchored conversation designed to help you make the best decision for your home this season.

In this episode, Elizabeth reviews The Chosen Adventures, a new animated kids’ series on Amazon Prime from the creators of The Chosen. She walks through positive and negative elements, theological concerns, and how families can use the show as a springboard for discipleship. You’ll also get four simple questions to help your kids think critically and biblically about every episode they watch.

In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz reviews Zootopia 2 and walks Christian parents through three biblically grounded conversations to have with their children if they choose to see the movie. From discussing true sacrificial love, to understanding God-designed differences, to discerning which differences are strengths and which are harmful, this episode equips families to evaluate the ideas presented through a biblical worldview.

In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz walks through three biblically grounded conversations you can have with your child if you choose to take them to see Wicked for Good. From understanding truth in a postmodern storyline to discerning what is truly good and identifying biblical love, Elizabeth equips parents to use this movie as a springboard for discipleship. She also offers a bonus conversation about beauty and how Scripture shapes our understanding of what is truly beautiful.

How can Christian parents wisely navigate family gatherings when a loved one embraces LGBTQ+ identities or relationships? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz offers biblically grounded guidance for parents with young children, helping them teach God’s good design for gender, sexuality, marriage, and family. Learn how to model Christlike love, set healthy boundaries, answer kids’ questions with clarity and compassion, and pray faithfully through challenging dynamics.

Some Christians claim that Christmas is a pagan holiday and that believers should not celebrate it. How should we help our kids think through that claim? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz walks through three critical thinking questions that equip kids to evaluate ideas biblically. She also explores the historical evidence surrounding the origins of Christmas and what Scripture actually teaches.Resources Mentioned:Wes Huff: Christmas isn't pegan and here's whyMike Winger: People are still making this stuff up about Christmas trees

What do you do when those you love—siblings, family members, or close friends—walk away from biblical truth and embrace a progressive form of Christianity? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz offers wisdom for helping your children navigate these relationships without fear. Discover how to love family members who have deconstructed their faith, model gospel-centered compassion, and equip your kids to discern truth from error through a biblical lens.

Whining might seem like just another annoying childhood habit, but Scripture shows it’s actually a heart issue rooted in coveting and ingratitude. In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz unpacks how parents can lovingly train their children to turn from whining to gratitude, addressing both the heart and the behavior. Learn how to pray for your child’s heart, train them in thankfulness, and model repentance when you fall short yourself.

What should you do when extended family, or even your spouse, doesn’t share your convictions about screen time? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz addresses one of the most common struggles parents face: maintaining healthy tech boundaries when others around you don’t. Learn practical, biblically grounded wisdom for balancing grace and conviction with loved ones, plus how to navigate disagreements with your spouse in a way that honors God and protects your children.

Your child brings home a library book that just doesn’t sit right. Should you toss it aside or use it as a teachable moment?Elizabeth Urbanowicz helps parents discern between personal preferences and true biblical concerns, showing how to guide children in thinking biblically about the books they read — even when the content feels questionable.