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Blog ArticlesGod’s Good Design
By Jeff Keaton“The soul’s deepest thirst is for God Himself, who has made us so that we can never be satisfied without Him.”F.F. BruceOver the last three decades, I have been fighting for the souls of our children through the two church ministries I led and now through the ministry of RenewaNation.…
Blog ArticlesA Defining Moment for Christian Schools
By Ron and Tonya GordonNot since the time of the Civil War has the United States seemed more polarized. Some have suggested that we are even on the brink of another civil war. Undoubtedly, the clash of worldviews is at the very heart of this polarization. We witness numerous examples every day of…
Blog ArticlesLogic, Debate, and Rhetoric: The Skills Needed to Develop a Biblical Worldview
Ron and Tonya Gordon of REAP (RenewaNation’s Education Advancement Program) recently sat down with Griffith Vertican, a licensed attorney, former national debate champion, and coach to many current debate champions in the United States. Together, they discussed skills critical for developing…
Blog ArticlesApologetics: How to Train Children to Defend Their Faith
By Dr. Josh Mulvihill Apologetics is the defense of the Christian faith. Peter states that Christians are to be prepared, “to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you” (1 Peter 3:15). The goal of apologetics is to teach the truthfulness of Christianity…
Blog ArticlesThe Power and Purpose of Camp
By Dave Sekura, Camp DirectorWhen you think back on your childhood, are you filled with nostalgic memories from summers spent at camp? A week of summer camp is often viewed as the best week of the summer. Camp is a wonderful place to meet new friends and enjoy high-octane fun in a Christ-centered…
Blog ArticlesWho's Your Favorite Teacher?
By Ron GordonOver the last several years, while visiting Christian schools across the country, we’ve asked hundreds of students the question “Who’s your favorite teacher?” The answers are quite consistent between groups with phrases such as “Miss Smith makes learning fun,” “Mr. Jones seems to be…
Blog ArticlesWhen Kids Tease
By Ginger Hubbard“JJ’s making fun of my face!” “Averi’s laughing at my drawing, and it’s not supposed to be funny!”“MOM! Tell Gracen to stop teasing me!”Sound familiar?Teasing can manifest in many ways between children: mocking (imitating someone to make them appear and feel stupid, silly, or…
Blog ArticlesThe Price of Following Jesus
By David PaineEditor’s Note: Names have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals mentioned in this article.In May 2016, I was fired (and then agreed to resign) from a teaching position at a residential home and school for troubled children in Virginia. I resigned because I would not agree…
Blog ArticlesWhat is the Real Fruit of Non-Christian Education?
By Jeff KeatonWhen making the argument for Christian education, some have stated that if a child attends public school, they are likely to become an atheist. Although an atheistic worldview dominates public education, it hasn’t been my experience that most children from Christian homes who attend…
Blog ArticlesThe Necessity of a Biblical Worldview
By Dr. Levi SecordPerhaps the biggest Achilles heel of evangelicalism is the lack of a robust biblical worldview. This is true for many Christians, from the pulpit to the pews, and it isn’t a new problem. Francis Schaeffer’s words ring true: “The basic problem of the Christians in this country in…
Blog ArticlesTake Your Child on a Musical Journey Through the Bible
By Scripture LullabiesAs society grows louder and more confusing, our children can struggle to know what narratives to lean into. It’s increasingly important to equip our kids to understand and stand firm in truth. Hebrews 2:1 encourages us to “pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest…
Blog ArticlesNow More Than Ever: The Importance of Grounding Today’s Children
By Amber PikeEvery generation is distinctly different from the ones before, and Generation Alpha (children born from 2010 through now) follows that same pattern. While the generations may have unique differences, there is one thing all have in common. Every generation and every child needs the…