Dr. George Barna - Raising Spiritual Champions: Restoring Biblical Foundations in Families and Churches

"Churches often measure the wrong things: attendance, money, programs, staff, and square footage. Jesus didn’t die for any of those." - Dr. George BarnaWatch this full interview on our YouTube ChannelDr. George Barna joins Thinking Dad host, Garritt Hampton, to delve into raising children with a biblical worldview. Dr. Barna, renowned researcher and author of "Raising Spiritual Champions," discusses the essential cornerstones of a biblical worldview, the role of parents and churches, and urgent issues impacting spiritual development in today's society.📖 **Key Takeaways**:- The role of intentional discipleship in spiritual growth.- How parents can proactively raise their children as disciples of Jesus.- The seven cornerstones of a biblical worldview.- Evaluating the impact of media and culture on children's spiritual growth.- Building one-on-one discipleship relationships for spiritual maturity.- The alarming decline in adults with a biblical worldview.- Practical steps for fostering a strong faith foundation at home.👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Equip yourself with the knowledge to raise your children as spiritual champions. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on more enriching episodes!The Thinking Dad  and all of the shows on the Biblical Family Network are only possible because of the generous support of our listeners. Would you consider a one-time or monthly donation to support this important ministry? Recommended Resources:GeorgeBarna.comCulturalResearchCenter.com Raising Spiritual Champions: Nurturing Your Child's Heart, Mind and Soul, by Dr. George BarnaMore books from Dr. George BarnaAmerican Worldview Inventory 2024: A National Survey of Biblical and Competing WorldviewsMore from Dr. Barna on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Dr. Barna on FacebookDr. Barna on InstagramDr. Barna on X/TwitterDr. Barna on LinkedIn🍿🍿🍿 Stream Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution for FREE today! Discussion Questions:1. **Worldview Development**: Dr. George Barna states that a person's worldview is fully developed before the age of 13. How can parents be more intentional about shaping a biblical worldview in young children?2. **Church Metrics**: According to Dr. Barna, churches often measure their effectiveness through metrics like attendance, money, and programs. How can churches shift their focus toward more effective discipleship and spiritual growth?3. **One-on-One Discipleship**: Dr. Barna emphasizes the importance of one-on-one discipleship relationships. How can church leaders and members create an environment that fosters these types of meaningful relationships?4. **Parental Responsibility**: What strategies can parents implement to ensure they are the primary spiritual educators for their children, rather than relying solely on the church?5. **Overcoming Syncretism**: Dr. Barna notes that syncretism, or creating one's own customized worldview, is prevalent in America. How can parents and churches address and counteract this trend?6. **Influence of Media**: Dr. Barna highlights the significant cultural influence of media on children's spiritual development. How can parents and mentors create a balanced approach to media consumption that aligns with biblical values?7. **Seven Cornerstones**: What are practical ways for families to integrate the seven cornerstones of a biblical worldview into their daily lives?8. **Role of the Church**: What steps can churches take to better support families in their mission to raise spiritually mature children?9. **Impact of Current Crisis**: Dr. Barna mentions that the decline of a biblical worldview is contributing to cultural decline. How can individuals and communities combat this decline and promote biblical principles in today's society? The Thinking Dad podcast is a member of the Biblical Family Network. Our mission is to support and encourage the family by providing the very best podcasts on family, discipleship, marriag