Foundation Worldview Podcast

How do you raise an obedient Christian child without accidentally training them to be a people pleaser or to just fear consequences? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz answers a listener's question about teaching kids healthy obedience that flows from a love for God — not a fear of man.
In this episode you'll learn:
Why lowering behavioral expectations is NOT the biblical answer (and what to do instead)
How to tailor your discipline for a people-pleasing child vs. a strong-willed child
The heart-probing questions that turn discipline moments into discipleship moments

How do we help our kids talk about their faith with confidence? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz unpacks three practical ways to equip children to articulate what they believe and answer questions about Christianity. She explains why kids need to be grounded in biblical truth, see faith modeled in everyday life, and be coached through spiritual conversations with others.

How do you explain death by suicide to elementary-aged kids without creating unnecessary fear? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz walks through how to talk about suicide in a way that is truthful, age appropriate, and grounded in the hope of the gospel. She also shares a framework for helping children process the suicide of a family member or loved one with honesty, compassion, and biblical clarity.

Should Christian parents take their kids to see the Super Mario Galaxy movie? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz reviews the film for families, highlights positive and negative elements, and shares three worldview-based questions parents can use to help their children think biblically about what they watched.

What does the Bible say about competition and competitiveness in children? In this episode, Elizabeth Urbanowicz explores how sports, games, and competition can be good gifts from God—and how those gifts can quickly be twisted by pride, envy, and selfish ambition. She also shares practical guidance for helping children compete in healthy, God-honoring ways, especially when one child is less skilled and struggles to keep up.