

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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Nov 7, 2024 • 11min
Discipling Children Without Treating Them Like Projects
In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores how we disciple children faithfully without making them feel like projects. Elizabeth shares practical steps to focus on holistic discipleship that engages kids’ heads, hearts, and hands, and emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships. Tune in for actionable insights on guiding children toward Christ with love and respect.

Nov 5, 2024 • 21min
When Your Husband Isn't the Spiritual Leader at Home
In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz tackles a deeply personal question: What can a wife do when her husband, though a church leader, doesn’t take spiritual leadership at home? Elizabeth provides practical, biblical insights on how to encourage spiritual growth and model biblical values for children without nagging or undermining authority. Join us to explore healthy, God-honoring ways to approach this challenging topic.

Oct 31, 2024 • 15min
Teaching Kids Grace Without Giving License to Sin
In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz dives into a powerful question: How can parents teach kids about God's grace without inadvertently allowing a permissive view on sin? Using biblical examples and principles from the New Testament, she guides parents on teaching the concepts of grace, repentance, and right living in a way that nurtures both understanding and respect for God’s truth. Tune in to learn practical tips on instilling both right beliefs and actions within your family.

Oct 29, 2024 • 15min
When Kids Say, 'It’s Not Fun' – Shaping Hearts and Attitudes
In this episode, we address how to respond when children complain that something “isn’t fun” or resist tasks with “I don’t want to.” Explore practical ways to cultivate gratitude and purpose in your kids, focusing on biblical teachings that help them understand life’s true goal—loving God and growing in Christlikeness.

Oct 24, 2024 • 14min
When Children Lie: How to Address Deception in Your Kids
In this episode, we discuss practical ways to address lying in children. Explore how to biblically confront sin struggles, guide them toward repentance, and establish both consequences and trust-building strategies, all while staying consistent in parenting.

Oct 22, 2024 • 12min
Talking to Kids About Christians Who Don’t Follow the Bible
How do we explain when someone claims to be a Christian but doesn't follow biblical teachings, especially in a personal case? In this episode, we’ll explore how to guide children with discernment and love in these tricky situations, using practical strategies to help them understand faith and behavior while fostering kindness and understanding.

Oct 17, 2024 • 20min
Protecting Children from the Dangers of Pornography
In this episode, we explore how to protect your family from online pornography. Learn about the importance of internet filtering software, recommendations for Christian families, and practical steps to develop internal safeguards in your children's hearts and minds. See show notes.

Oct 15, 2024 • 12min
When Kids Ask "Are You A Christian?" - Guiding Your Child’s Bold Faith in Social Settings
In this episode, we tackle a great question from a parent whose six-year-old son frequently asks new friends and strangers if they are Christian. While this is a well-meaning habit, it can sometimes make others uncomfortable. Host Elizabeth Urbanowicz shares how to affirm a child’s love for Jesus while also offering guidance on how to engage with others in a way that opens up meaningful conversations without causing discomfort. Tune in for practical tips on nurturing your child’s faith while teaching them relational wisdom.

Oct 10, 2024 • 19min
When to Ask Questions vs. Give Direction: Parenting Wisdom
In this episode, we explore whether parents should always ask their kids questions to encourage critical thinking, even in everyday tasks like chores and discipline. Elizabeth Urbanowicz discusses when it's appropriate to ask questions and when it's essential to give direct commands, especially in the context of biblical parenting. Tune in for practical advice on how to balance guidance and questions in your parenting approach.

Oct 8, 2024 • 17min
Helping Kids See that Christian Morality Is Not Bad
In this episode, we address the question, "How do we help our kids not buy into the lie that the Bible's morality is oppressive and evil?" Elizabeth Urbanowicz discusses why God's moral standards lead to human flourishing and how parents can guide their children to embrace the goodness of biblical morality in a culture that rejects it. Tune in for practical tips on equipping your kids to understand and defend God's truth.


