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 wi...

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 pres...

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 conversati...

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 c...

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...

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 ki...

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 re...

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 disagreeme...

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.

In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores how Christian parents can train their children to think biblically about food. She shares four key biblical principles—God designed us to need food, food is a good gift, food can be abused, and food has been affected by the fall—along with practical examples from her own upbringing. Discover simple, grace-filled ways to help your kids develop a health...

Halloween often raises questions for Christian parents: Is it harmless fun or something we should avoid altogether? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores three biblical categories—commands, principles, and matters of conscience—to help families think wisely about trick-or-treating, costumes, and whether or not to participate.

What should we do when our children don’t like or struggle to accept a biblical teaching? In this episode, Elizabeth walks through a real-life question from a parent of a preteen who loves animals and wrestles with the idea that humans have greater value. Together, we explore four practical steps parents can take when their kids push back against or wrestle with biblical truth—steps that help us g...

How do we guide our kids when they’ve been hurt by something someone else has said? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz shares five biblical questions to help both parents and children process hurtful words. You’ll learn how to discern truth from misunderstanding, anchor hearts in God’s Word, and respond with forgiveness and grace.

A sober, Scripture-anchored guide for parents: how to talk with your kids about Charlie Kirk’s assassination and how to form children who love the truth, resist fear, and are not ashamed of the gospel.

In this episode, Elizabeth reviews the new children’s movie Light of the World . She shares strengths, weaknesses, and age considerations, then provides parents with practical conversation starters and Scripture passages to use if they choose to see the movie with their children. Discover how to help your kids evaluate the film’s message through the lens of God’s Word and point them to the truth o...

In today’s episode, Elizabeth answers a parent’s question: “My son asks nonstop for new toys—how do I gently fight against consumerism as a parent?” Together we’ll explore how to get to the root issue of coveting, set healthy boundaries around wants, and intentionally cultivate gratitude in our children. Learn practical strategies and biblical truths that will help your family grow in contentment...

Is your heart burdened by the age-and-stage model in many churches that separates families instead of uniting them? In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz shares five biblical and practical steps for approaching church leaders with humility, wisdom, and a willingness to be part of the change. Whether you’re longing for a family ministry or simply desire to see mo...

Does your child get scared or overwhelmed by age-appropriate movies, shows, or audiobooks? In this episode, Elizabeth shares practical strategies and biblical wisdom for walking with highly sensitive children. Instead of trying to “toughen them up,” we’ll explore how to guide our kids toward loving God and others through the media they encounter. From Scripture memory to small, practical steps for...

How can you explain “You shall not commit adultery” to your children in a way that’s truthful, biblical, and age-appropriate? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz shares practical ways to address this commandment—whether or not your kids understand what sex is—and how to connect God’s command to His goodness and faithfulness.

How should we talk with our kids about drugs and alcohol? In this episode, Elizabeth explores how Christian parents can approach this tough topic through the lens of Creation, Fall, and Redemption. You’ll learn how to help your children understand God’s good design, how sin distorts that design, and how only Jesus brings true peace, joy, and contentment—something no substance can ever provide.

What do we tell our daughters when they feel left out of church leadership roles? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz unpacks how to explain male and female roles in the church in a way that affirms the value and purpose of every child. She offers a biblical lens to help children understand design, dignity, and the beauty of God's intentional roles for both men and women in the body of Christ.

In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz responds to a parent's heartfelt question: How can I teach my young child to love others while standing firm in biblical truth—especially when classmates have same-sex parents? Elizabeth addresses both the practical concerns of school environments that promote unbiblical views and offers a clear, loving framework for equipping children to recognize God&#39...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz unpacks practical, age-specific strategies from The Anxious Generation to help reduce anxiety and mental illness in children and preteens. These solutions align beautifully with the biblical worldview. Tune in to learn how to support your child’s emotional and spiritual development by leaning into God’s design for relationsh...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores the second key factor contributing to rising anxiety and mental illness in today’s youth: underprotection in the virtual world. Drawing from The Anxious Generation , she explains the devastating impact of a phone-based childhood, highlighting four major harms: social deprivation, sleep deprivation, attention fragmen...