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The RenewaNation ReviewSix Deficits Students in Secular Schools Must Overcome
According to much research, the church in America has been losing a significant majority of young people for several decades now. As early as elementary and middle school, kids have doubts and questions about the Bible that are going unanswered.
The RenewaNation ReviewThe Church, Homosexuality, and America
My name is Michelle, and I celebrate recovery from same-sex attraction through the power of the Holy Spirit. I am a happily married mother of four and a grateful believer in Jesus Christ. I grew up in a loving Christian home and was taught right from wrong. I knew what I believed and why.
The RenewaNation ReviewQuit Hating Yourself. Start Leading.
When it comes to money, most people carry baggage. The topic of money can evoke emotion in a person that travels as far back as their childhood. I find that many leaders bring baggage with them into their conversations with donors about giving.
The RenewaNation ReviewLEGO Theology
Everyone should be so lucky to be able to take a walk with Harrison. The kid talks non-stop, but not in a nonsensical way. He is philosophical, inventive, imaginative, and puts complicated matters in a simple order.
The RenewaNation ReviewIs It Time?
On a regular basis, we hear from secular school, Christian administrators and teachers who are questioning whether or not it’s time to make a clean break from their efforts to reform and impact public education.
The RenewaNation ReviewCan We Agree to a Lie?
Over the past several years, I’ve enjoyed opportunities to impact kids’ lives with truth. The school I taught at was not a Christian school, but the founding director was a wise leader.
The RenewaNation ReviewWhat Shapes Your Philosophy of Education?
One’s philosophy of education is of utmost importance because it drives everything that takes place in the educational process. Note that I didn’t say the school’s philosophy, but the individual teacher/parent’s philosophy is of utmost importance.
The RenewaNation ReviewWhat the Fighting Over Gender Issues Is Really About
Do you ever wonder how rational people could think genderless bathrooms are a good idea? Are you confused about what is happening culturally? Does it make any sense to you that corporations are applying political and economic pressure to reform our social sexuality? Here’s what’s going on.
The RenewaNation ReviewAffording a Biblical Worldview Education
With a look of deep concern, the young father began the meeting with a direct and pointed question, “How am I going to be able to afford a Christian education for my kids?”
The RenewaNation ReviewThis is Not a Daycare. It’s a University!
Dr. Piper recently made national headlines as the author of this viral op-ed on intellectual freedom and political correctness. This past week, I actually had a student come forward after a university chapel service and complain because he felt “victimized” by a sermon on the topic of 1 Corinthians
The RenewaNation Review6 Ways to Help Children Live According to God's Word
Bible-centered living is supremely important in the lives of our children. Parents, grandparents, and educators have the responsibility to teach children to love the Bible and live- according to God's Word.
The RenewaNation ReviewThe Bible in State Academic Standards
There is a common misconception that, while teaching about various world religions may be acceptable for cultural awareness, teaching about the Bible and Christianity is not allowed in public school classrooms because of concerns over the establishment of religion.