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The RenewaNation ReviewThe Christian Educator’s Prayer
By Dr. Bryan SmithThe past two years have been harder than most for me. The uncertainty brought about by COVID-19 is part of the reason, but only part. I’ve also found myself anxious about the challenges (political, cultural, and financial) facing Christian education. I’ve been made painfully aware…
The RenewaNation ReviewAnswering Life’s Ultimate Questions: Part One
By Jeff KeatonOver the last year or so, I have spent a considerable amount of time pondering how the first few chapters of Genesis answer many of life’s most important questions. All belief systems, religions, and worldviews are simply an attempt to make sense of all that we see in life. However,…
The RenewaNation ReviewEducation Report - Spring 2022
Education Report Spring 2022By Jen WooldridgeMassive Drop in Public School EnrollmentSince the start of the pandemic, public schools have seen a massive drop in enrollment by more than 1.5 million students.1 Contention over masks and vaccine mandates along with disputes over how best to address…
The RenewaNation ReviewCulture Clips Spring 2022
Bill Enables Children to Hide Abortions, Transgender Treatments from ParentsThe California Family Council reports: “AB 1184, sponsored by Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, prohibits insurance companies from revealing to the policyholder the ‘sensitive’ services of anyone on their policy,…
The RenewaNation ReviewWhy We Can Know Things and Why That Matters
By John Stonestreet & Timothy D. PadgettWe live in a confused and confusing age. Things once considered obviously true are now rejected. Things once considered unthinkable are now thought to be unquestionable. How should a Christian think?In the state of Oregon, high school graduates will now no…
The RenewaNation ReviewThe Power of Biblical Worldview Immersion
Dr. Roger C. S. Erdvig If I could spend time with every Christian school teacher, there is one question I would want to ask: How are you immersing your students in a biblical worldview? Biblical worldview immersion should be the distinguishing mark of every Christian school, especially when you…
Blog ArticlesBehold the Banquet Table
By Tonya C. Gordon With vast demands waging war on our time and attention, traditional, pace-pausing fellowship around the dinner table has become dangerously close to becoming obsolete. There once was a time when gathering to connect physically at the close of the day over the fruits of…
The RenewaNation ReviewBreaking the Fallow Ground
“Sow righteousness for yourselves, reap the fruit of unfailing love, and break up your unplowed ground; for it is time to seek the Lord, until he comes and showers his righteousness on you.” (Hosea 10:12). “Only a little while, sowing, and reaping, Only a little while, our vigil keeping; Then we…
The RenewaNation ReviewNavigating the Digital Landscape: How to Help Our Children Handle Screen Time Wisely
According to a recent study by Barna, 78 percent of parents believe it is more challenging to raise children today than ever before. The number one reason cited was technology. The world is changing rapidly, and parents are struggling to keep up with the pace. New devices, apps, and digital mediums…
50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home
Dr. Josh Mulvihill When I was seventeen years old, my parents invited me to join them for breakfast at a local restaurant. Eating out was a special occasion for our family, so I wasn’t sure if I was in trouble or being rewarded. It turns out, it had nothing to do with my actions and everything to…
The RenewaNation ReviewPraying for Our Young People
I’m a firm believer in Christian education. It’s made a huge difference in my life, and I’ve seen it do great things for my children. But it would be foolish for me to think that Christian education is enough, by itself, to transform our young people into godly adults. Ask the most experienced,…
Swimming Against the Current of Our Culture
Just as a fish is unaware of the water in which it swims, we humans are often unaware of how much we are influenced by the culture in which we live. Unfortunately, the atmosphere of our present-day culture is contaminated with unscriptural ideas. As a result, our children and grandchildren are in…