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Teach Biblically: A Guide to Worldview Education
Hosted by Center For Biblical Worldview Formation · EN
A deep dive into Christian worldview education in the classroom from Summit Ministry's Center for Biblical Worldview Formation, hosted by Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope.
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Ep 12 | Don't Underestimate Preschool: Building a Biblical Worldview from the Very Beginning
2w ago00:44:04Tap to summarizeCan preschoolers really understand the big story of Scripture? In this episode of Teach Biblically, Roger Erdvig and Maggie Pope are joined by preschool ministry leader Renee Blaine to explore how biblical worldview formation begins earlier than most schools realize. Far from "babysitting," preschool classrooms are a critical place to lay the foundation for how students understand truth, identity, and the story of the Bible. Renee shares practical ways to teach young children the biblical metanarrative—creation, fall, redemption, and restoration—in developmentally appropriate and engaging ways. Through repetition, movement, storytelling, and simple visual tools, preschoolers begin to see how every Bible story fits into God's larger story—and how their own lives fit within it. If we want students to grow into a strong, lasting faith, we can't wait until middle or high school. Formation starts at the very beginning. Resources & Links Video explaining how to use the Gospel Story Cube (https://youtu.be/q89WkxOlUfg?si=PiKEATaGV27T55Z0) Files to create and use the Gospel Story Cube (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1NHfxZNn5Fdw8qMbFtai4ADwVj7z2EXUN?usp=sharing) Summit Ministries: https://www.summit.org/
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Ep 11 | Why the Arts Matter: Biblical Worldview Formation Through Story and Performance
Apr 2000:45:43Tap to summarizeHow do the arts shape a student's worldview? In this episode of Teach Biblically, Roger Erdvig and Maggie Pope explore how music, drama, and storytelling play a critical role in biblical worldview formation. More than extracurricular activities, the performing arts engage students' imagination, shape their desires, and help them step into meaningful stories. Joined by Marlene Dickinson of Faith-Based Student Musicals, this conversation highlights how students don't just learn truth through the arts—they experience it. By participating in story, students explore themes like redemption, sacrifice, and hope, connecting deeply to the larger biblical narrative of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration. If you want students to not just think biblically but live faithfully, the arts are a powerful place to start. Resources & Links Faith-Based Student Musicals: https://www.faithbasedstudentmusicals.com/ Summit Ministries: https://www.summit.org/
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Interview | Spiritual Formation, Shalom, and the Ideal Life (Jim McKenzie)
Feb 900:23:56Tap to summarizeDr. Roger Erdvig sits down with Jim McKenzie to explore spiritual formation, the journey of faith, and the vital role of community in education. Drawing from his book One Generation to the Next, Jim walks us through the idea that spiritual growth is a lifelong process, not just a single moment of conversion. Jim and Roger also discuss the concept of telos, or the ideal life, and how students can be guided to focus on serving others rather than pursuing personal gain. They offer a fresh perspective on the true meaning of Shalom, which represents flourishing in right relationship with God, others, and self, and highlight the critical role schools play in nurturing supportive communities. We hope this conversation encourages and equips you to guide your students through the journey of spiritual formation. Get Jim McKenzie's Book One Generation to the Next: https://www.amazon.com/One-Generation-Next-Forming-Finding/dp/B0C2L999N6 Learn more about Summit Ministries and the Center For Biblical Worldview Formation: https://www.summit.org/educators/
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Standards
Jan 1900:30:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope explore why clear teaching standards are essential for forming a biblical worldview from early childhood through adulthood. They discuss how strong foundations in the early years support long-term spiritual formation, introduce the idea of anchor outcomes, and explain how consistent standards help educators align daily instruction with lasting purpose. The conversation encourages thoughtful, intentional teaching while sharing the free resources the Center for Biblical Worldview Formation has to offer. Connect & Learn More: Subscribe for new episodes, resources, and conversations designed to equip and encourage Christian educators to teach with clarity, purpose, and a biblical worldview. To stay connected to the conversation, join the Teach Biblically group on Facebook.
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What is Teaching Biblically?
Dec 300:30:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope explore what it truly means to teach biblically. They address the sacred-secular divide many educators encounter, walk through Colossians 1 and Christ's role in holding all things together, and explain why forming a biblical worldview is so vital in today's cultural moment. They share practical examples from real classrooms, clarify the difference between integration and immersion, and offer guidance for growing your own worldview so you can help students recognize God's truth in every subject. Connect & Learn More:Subscribe for new episodes, resources, and conversations designed to equip and encourage Christian educators to teach with clarity, purpose, and a biblical worldview. To stay connected to the conversation, join the Teach Biblically group on Facebook.
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Interview | No Cell Phones, More Discipleship: How The Woodlands Christian Academy Put Mission First
Aug 2800:34:13Tap to summarizeLast year, The Woodlands Christian Academy in Texas made a bold move: removing student cell phones from campus life. It wasn't just about minimizing distractions — it was about discipleship, worldview formation, and aligning daily school life with their mission. In this episode of Teach Biblically, Stephen Clark and Aaron Marez share the practical steps, communication strategies, and biblical convictions that shaped the rollout of their no-cell-phone policy. We discuss how it has impacted student relationships, classroom focus, and even the spiritual climate on campus — and why other Christian schools should consider similar steps. Whether you're a school leader grappling with technology policies or a teacher seeking to keep your classroom centered on Christ in a screen-saturated world, this conversation offers both inspiration and practical tools. Key Takeaways Mission drives policy. How the Woodlands Christian Academy connected a phone policy to its biblical worldview and discipleship goals. Practical rollout steps. How to prepare faculty, students, and parents for a major culture shift. Communication strategies. How to explain the why in a way that builds unity and buy-in. Worldview formation in action. The habits and character traits students are developing without constant phone access. Lessons learned. What worked, what they would change, and advice for schools considering a similar move.
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Interview | Christian Service-Learning (Dr. Roger Erdvig)
Jul 1000:29:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope interviews Dr. Roger Erdvig - speaker, author, former school administrator, and current Director of Worldview Education at Summit Ministries - about the powerful idea of Christian service-learning. Roger shares how he's lived this out firsthand in schools and co-wrote Bring It to Life: Christian Education and the Transformative Power of Service-Learning with Dr. Lynn Swaner. Together, Maggie and Roger explore: Practical ways teachers and school leaders can implement and support service learning. How service learning fosters biblical worldview formation in students by cultivating empathy, purpose, academic growth, and excitement. We encourage you to capture opportunities to move beyond mandatory volunteer hours and build authentic service-learning experiences that shape students' heads, hearts, and habitual ways.
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Teaching Through God's Big Story (Megan Moses)
May 21, 202500:20:41Tap to summarizeHow do you help young students see the world through the lens of God's bigger story? In this episode of Teach Biblically, Maggie Pope sits down with third-grade teacher Megan Moses to explore how the biblical themes of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration can shape everyday learning. Megan gives us some practical ideas from her classroom and encourages teachers to make this framework simple, natural, and engaging. Whether you're new to biblical integration or looking for fresh inspiration, this conversation will remind you that every lesson is an opportunity to point students back to God's truth.
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The Nuts and Bolts of Worldview Formation
Apr 9, 202500:46:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope and Dr. Roger Erdvig explore the transformative journey of worldview formation and its critical role in both education and personal development. They unpack how our worldviews are continually shaped by life experiences, key influences, and intentional reflection. At Summit Ministry's Center for Biblical Worldview Formation, we equip educators to invest in their own worldview growth in order to effectively disciple the next generation. We hope this episode leaves you with practical tools and words of encouragement to help take intentional steps in owning and cultivating your own worldview development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Worldview Formation 00:49 Understanding Our Own Worldviews 03:56 The Complexity of Worldview Formation 07:54 Influences on Worldview Development 11:53 Personal Stories of Worldview Shaping 17:02 The Role of Mentorship in Worldview Formation 22:11 Spiritual Formation and Worldview 24:56 Accountability and Resources for Growth 30:05 Managing Derailers in Worldview Formation 36:08 Conclusion and Call to Action Download the 12 Week Worldview Development Plan here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bkRLQ_k94GrEPo5mhuaFGOgey3gwDs4S/view?usp=sharing
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Interview | Truth Claims in Research Class (Jenna LaFlamme)
Mar 11, 202500:30:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope interviews Jenna LaFlamme, an English and research teacher at Houston Christian School, about how she shows her students that God has something to say about research and speaking. We first met Jenna at a Summit Biblical Worldview Immersion Conference and reconnected with her a month later for this conversation. In this interview, Jenna and Maggie explore the importance of shaping students' desires through biblical principles, the role of research in a Christian context, and practical steps educators can take to implement these ideas. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Biblical Worldview in Education 03:07 Classroom Snapshot: Jenna LaFlamme's Experience 05:35 Integrating Truth Claims in Research 08:49 Shaping Desires Through Biblical Truths 11:38 The Purpose of Research in a Christian Context 14:48 Advice for Educators on Worldview Integration 17:33 Next Steps for Implementing Biblical Worldview 20:49 Reflections and Takeaways from the Interview
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