How to Train Your Dragon: A Biblical Worldview Review for Families

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. Whether or not you decide to take your children to see Elio, this episode provides rich guidance in training kids to think biblically about the stories they see.

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 Scripture. Whether or not you choose to watch the film, this episode will equip you with gospel-centered tools to help your children think biblically and critically about the media they engage with.

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 children in understanding God’s good design for sex and how to prepare them for making wise choices long before they begin dating.

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. Perfect for Christian parents seeking to disciple their children in wisdom and discernment.

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 understanding human nature, the value of family, and what it truly means to love someone—with Scripture as your anchor.

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 involving movement and tapping into your child’s natural interests to sparking their creativity and giving them responsibility, you'll learn how to cultivate a love of learning in your child. Tune in to discover practical, faith-filled ways to inspire lifelong learning in your kids.

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 through a biblical perspective on capital punishment, examining passages from the Mosaic Law and explaining their context. Parents will gain clarity on how to help their children understand the difference between protecting innocent life and holding criminals accountable for their actions. Tune in for a biblically grounded discussion that equips you to guide your children in thinking clearly on this important topic.

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 physical discipline, when done correctly, is both wise and necessary. Elizabeth also addresses the challenging question of whether spanking is hypocritical if we teach our children not to hit others. This episode offers a balanced, Scripture-based perspective on a topic that can be difficult for parents to navigate.

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 truths about humanity, God’s nature, salvation, and our response as believers. She also shares personal stories and practical advice for helping children navigate challenging questions about faith and evangelism. Join us as we dive into Scripture to find biblical answers and encourage our children to share the gospel with confidence and compassion.