Foundation Worldview Podcast

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...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores why rates of anxiety and mental illness are rising among children and teens. Drawing insights from The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, she uncovers how overprotection in the real world is pushing kids into "defend mode"—a posture of fear rather than healthy discovery. Elizabeth compares these finding...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores Pixar’s latest film, Elio , and unpacks three key biblical worldview conversations parents can have with their children after watching the movie. From sacrificial love to loneliness and the evidence for intelligent design, Elizabeth helps equip Christian parents to turn movie time into discipleship opportunities. Wh...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores How to Train Your Dragon through a biblical lens, offering three discipleship-rich conversations parents can have with their kids after watching the film. She walks through why children long for their parents' approval, how unique giftings strengthen a community, and how to discern our true enemies according to...

Is holding hands okay before marriage? What about kissing? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz walks through how to think biblically about physical intimacy before marriage. While the Bible doesn’t give a checklist of do’s and don'ts, it gives us clear principles to apply—like honoring others as image bearers and avoiding even the appearance of sexual immorality. Learn how to guide your chil...

In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz tackles a profound question: "How do I help my children understand eternity when they’re afraid we won’t be a family in heaven?" With biblical clarity and practical guidance, Elizabeth unpacks the difference between heaven and the new earth, explains what Scripture truly says about eternity, and offers three practical steps for easing our children’s fears.

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores how to make wise decisions when Scripture doesn’t provide direct commands. Using school choice as a practical example, she walks through three key questions rooted in biblical wisdom. You'll also learn how to guide your children through everyday decisions—like how to spend birthday money—in a way that honors God...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz guides parents through three biblical conversations they can have with their children after watching Lilo and Stitch . While she doesn’t endorse movie viewing decisions, Elizabeth offers deep and meaningful talking points for those who do choose to watch the film as a family. Discover how to guide your children in understand...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz answers a question from a listener: "How can I make homeschooling more fun for my children?" But the insights she shares go beyond just homeschooling. Whether your child is in public, private, or home education, Elizabeth provides four powerful strategies for making learning enjoyable and effective. From invol...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores a challenging and often misunderstood topic: the relationship between being pro-life and the death penalty. Elizabeth begins by carefully defining the term "pro-life" and explaining the common fallacy of equivocation that often occurs in discussions surrounding it. From there, she takes listeners thro...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz tackles a critical question many Christian parents face: Is spanking a biblical form of discipline? Elizabeth dives deep into the Scriptures, exploring the biblical term "the rod" and what it means in the context of discipline. She examines key passages in Proverbs and other Bible verses, explaining how physic...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, host Elizabeth Urbanowicz addresses a heartfelt question from a parent: What happens to those who die without hearing the gospel? This question stems from a young boy’s compassionate concern for the lost and his desire to see everyone hear the good news of Jesus Christ. Elizabeth explores this topic by guiding listeners through four biblical tru...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz answers the question: “How and when should I talk to my young daughters about menstruation?” Elizabeth walks listeners through both the timing and the method for introducing this topic in a way that is developmentally appropriate, biblically grounded, and free from fear. Learn how to frame this part of a woman’s biology as p...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast , Elizabeth Urbanowicz answers a listener's question: "How can I cultivate a peaceful learning environment at home?" Whether you homeschool or your children attend public or private school, Elizabeth offers four practical, Christ-centered strategies for making your home a place where your children love to learn. From creating bounda...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz answers a vital question: "How can Christian families navigate public schooling while keeping kids rooted in the faith?" Elizabeth shares three practical steps for intentional parenting within public education, outlining both the benefits and risks. She also gives daily strategies for reinforcing a biblical worldvi...

When should we talk to our children about abortion—and how do we do it in a way that’s both biblically faithful and age-appropriate? In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz tackles one of the hardest conversations parents will face. She unpacks when to begin this conversation, the foundational truths children need first, and how to explain abortion in a way that h...

Is there a developmentally appropriate way to show grace to a toddler during discipline? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores the biblical meaning of grace and how parents can demonstrate it—even in the challenging moments of correction. Learn why withholding punishment isn’t grace, how calm and loving discipline models the gospel, and what it looks like to train young hearts with both t...

In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz unpacks why reading is essential from a biblical worldview. Learn three practical steps to help incline your children’s hearts toward reading—an essential life skill and a foundation for engaging with God’s Word. Whether your child is a reluctant reader or already enjoys books, you’ll walk away with tools to nurture a lifelo...