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Foundation Book Club's recommended books and discussion questions for October 2024.

In this episode, we address the question, "Is talking to kids about sex at a young age stealing their innocence?" Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores the concern many parents have about early discussions on sexuality and explains why it's important to start these conversations around ages three or four. Tune in to understand how to approach these topics in a way that respects your child's innocence while preparing them for the future.

In this episode, we dive into how to make family worship time accessible and edifying for children across a wide age range. Elizabeth Urbanowicz shares practical tips for keeping younger children engaged while challenging older kids, ensuring that family worship is a meaningful experience for everyone. Tune in for insights on fostering a worship routine that nurtures your family's faith together.

In this episode, we explore how to explain the importance of following God’s word to children as young as two and four. Elizabeth Urbanowicz shares practical tips for giving young kids a simple yet lasting foundation for trusting the Bible, preparing them for the many worldviews they'll face as they grow. Join us as we dive deep into helping children understand why God's Word is the ultimate truth.

In this episode, we explore how to navigate your child’s interest in superhero, magic, and supernatural toys like Spider-Man and Pokémon from a biblical perspective. Learn how to form convictions based on Scripture, while understanding that different Christians may hold varying views. Join us as we dive into how to biblically guide your children in making choices about toys and entertainment.

In this episode, we explore how to guide children spiritually when you're not their parent. Whether you're an aunt, uncle, or church member, learn how to influence kids' faith while respecting parents' authority and maintaining your God-given role. Discover ways to build relationships, pray intentionally, and offer wisdom when invited.

In this episode, we dive into the challenging question: how can we teach our children to love others as image-bearers of God while recognizing sin without condoning it? Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores how to balance grace and truth, offering biblical insights to help parents guide their children through this delicate issue. Tune in to learn practical ways to train your children in love, discernment, and understanding the truth of God's Word.

In this episode, we tackle how to approach church leadership when they don’t understand the harm of the Orange curriculum. Learn how to address these concerns while maintaining unity in the church and ensure your kids are being discipled biblically, even when your church uses materials that misinterpret Scripture. Tune in for practical advice on navigating this sensitive issue with grace and conviction.

Foundation Book Club's recommended books and discussion questions for September 2024.

In this episode, we dive into how to explain complacent Christianity to your children—addressing love of wealth, lack of hospitality, and more. Learn how to guide your kids toward a biblical understanding of what a faithful Christian life should look like, even when those around them in the church may not reflect it. Tune in for practical advice on helping your children recognize and embrace true Christian living.

Today's podcast question says, "When talking to parents of older kids who have not yet talked to their kids about God's good design for sex, what advice would you give them?"

In this episode, we tackle a challenging question: "Is aging part of God's original design, and is using Botox wrong?" Join us as we explore what the Bible says about aging, beauty, and how to guide children in thinking biblically about these topics. Discover how to address your child's questions about makeup, Botox, and more, while modeling a Christ-centered approach to aging well.

How can we help prepare our kids to understand what is true before they are confronted with what is false?

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, we explore how to help children think biblically during election season. Host Elizabeth Urbanowicz delves into what the Bible says about government and offers practical ways to apply these principles to guide your kids through any election. Whether you're navigating the current presidential election or preparing for future ones, this episode provides timeless insights to equip your children with a strong biblical perspective.

In today's episode, we tackle the question: "What is my primary purpose?" Learn how to guide your child biblically in finding their identity and understanding their God-given purpose in a culture that promotes self-creation. Join Elizabeth Urbanowicz as she dives deep into equipping children with a solid foundation in the truth of the biblical worldview.

In today's podcast, we look at the popular Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum that is rising in public and even private Christian schools. What is it? Is it biblical? And is it something our children should be involved in? Tune in for an in-depth look at Social and Emotional Learning.

In this episode, we explore how to build your child's confidence in a Christ-centered way. Discover practical steps to ground your child's self-worth in Scripture, reflect God's unconditional love, and guide them to focus on others rather than themselves. Join us for insightful advice on raising confident, faith-filled kids.

Today's podcast question says, "How can I explain to my 8-year-old the words/concepts of "hot" and "sexy" in the framework of God's good gift of sex without introducing perversion?"