

Foundation Worldview Podcast
Foundation Worldview
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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Jun 6, 2023 • 16min
Are Kids Vulnerable When We Protect Them from Pornography?
Today's question says, "By protecting our kids from pornography, are we putting them in danger of being too easily aroused? Most people who consume tons of media today are somewhat desensitized to the porn that pervades all of society. If we hide these things from our kids, do we increase the allure when they finally do see it?" Join Elizabeth Urbanowicz as she tackles this critical and often sensitive subject. In this episode, we grapple with the balance between protection and preparation, and discuss if protection can sometimes equal a heightened allure.

Jun 1, 2023 • 15min
Is Magic Real Or Not?
How should a parent respond when their child's friends claim to practice witchcraft or magic? This episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, with host Elizabeth Urbanowicz, explores how parents can use a biblical worldview to guide their children in understanding and responding to such situations. She discusses the importance of teaching children not only about what the Bible says about witchcraft and magic but also about how to apply these teachings in real-world situations.

May 30, 2023 • 13min
Exposing Kids to Fairy Tale Romance
Today's question says, "Is there a connection between introducing romance, even innocent romance, in movies and books at a young age, ie Disney animated movies, et cetera, and a child's interest in romantic relationships, dating, sex, or porn?"

May 25, 2023 • 13min
The Role of Grandparents in Discipleship
Today's question says, "How do we as parents encourage grandparents to be involved in discipling our children? What if their views differ from ours? My husband and I have discussed how neither sets of our parents speak God nor share their faith with our kids and with the way culture is changing, this bothers us both, but we're not sure how to address it." Listen as Elizabeth Urbanowicz provides advice for those navigating this terrain, including evaluating the grandparents' spiritual maturity, how to approach these conversations tactfully, and how to incorporate other faithful members of your community into your child's discipleship.

May 23, 2023 • 12min
Explaining Mature Themes in the Bible to Kids
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz tackles a complex and delicate question from a parent seeking guidance on explaining the concept of prostitution or harlotry, as seen in the Old Testament, particularly in minor prophets like Hosea, to children aged between four and ten.

May 18, 2023 • 17min
Responding to a Child's Spiritual Apathy
In this episode, our host Elizabeth Urbanowicz grapples with the challenging question of how to engage a child who is increasingly disinterested in the things of God. How can we cultivate our child's affection toward God? Don't miss this episode on how to respond to a hard-hearted child.

May 16, 2023 • 13min
Teaching Kids Moral Lessons in the Bible
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores the challenge Christian parents often face: balancing the teaching of correct study of scripture and teaching moral lessons from the Bible. She offers unique insights into how the Bible should be used as a tool for understanding God's revelation rather than just correcting behavior. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of teaching kids to independently read, interpret, and apply scripture, and warns against pulling verses out of context. This episode is essential listening for parents looking to guide their children through a deeper understanding of the Bible.

May 11, 2023 • 18min
How to Talk to Kids About Porn
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz discusses the crucial topic of when and how to start talking about pornography with our kids. The episode covers important aspects such as being proactive in addressing the issue, understanding what children are exposed to, and building a positive biblical foundation for human dignity and God's design for sex and sexuality. Elizabeth offers practical advice, resources, and strategies for parents to prepare their children for potential exposure to pornographic content and to guide them in making wise decisions. Tune in to learn how you can equip your children to navigate the challenges of a porn-saturated culture with wisdom and grace.

May 9, 2023 • 17min
Why Does God Allow Suffering?
In this episode, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz dives into a deeply important question: how can a good and loving God allow suffering? This is a question that has been asked throughout history, and Elizabeth explores how to best teach our children to have a healthy theology of suffering. With practical advice and valuable resources, this episode will help you prepare your children to navigate a world full of suffering with a solid biblical foundation.

May 4, 2023 • 11min
When is a Child Ready for Baptism?
In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, we discuss the contentious topic of baptism and how to know when a child is ready for it. We also explore how to handle family animosity that may arise from differing views on baptism. Tune in as we dive into understanding the differences between infant baptism and believers' baptism and provide advice on how to approach this sensitive issue with wisdom and grace.