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News and UpdatesNew Christian School Endorsed by Answers in Genesis and in Partnership with Renewanation
We are excited to announce that Renewanation and Answers in Genesis are partnering together to launch Twelve Stones Christian Academy, which will be an independent AiG-endorsed K-12 school. Contact Dr. Kristin Bird at kristin@renewanation.org if you are interested in a teaching or administrative…
The RenewaNation ReviewWhy Christian Education Matters — A Business Perspective
Being the youngest sibling in a family of nine children opens your eyes to a lot of human qualities. As I got older, I realized there were strong influences during my younger years that shaped my thinking and focus on life.
The RenewaNation ReviewWorldviews Have Consequences
I sat next to a young man on a four-hour flight from L.A. to D.C. this past October. The first remark out of his mouth was something about hoping a naked lady would sit in between us. I knew right then that our worldviews were probably very different.
The RenewaNation ReviewWeeds, Roots, and Discipleship
The four of us stood there staring down at the beaten up patch of earth we had called our garden last summer. The boys had fond memories of picking sweet pea pods and vines bursting with fat cucumbers.
The RenewaNation ReviewAn Enemy of the State
Can a Christian run a business without violating his faith? The government says no. You would think a family that’s spent a half-century making drawers and cabinets would know a little something about compartmentalizing.
The RenewaNation ReviewThe Tragedy of American Higher Education
Imagine wide, manicured lawns, lofty brick building, and doors bearing nameplates inscribed with authoritative credentials. When tour groups walk through my college campus, this is what they see. Indeed, such an inspiring environment prompts well-meaning parents
Blog ArticlesIf Only I Could Go Back
Over and over again I have talked with parents and grandparents whose hearts are broken over a child or grandchild who has abandoned the Christian faith. I usually meet these precious folks after I have given a speech on the powerful role education plays in shaping a child’s worldview.
The RenewaNation ReviewThe Right Kind of Influence
I do a lot of traveling, so meeting new people is something I do almost every day. Since I work mostly with teachers, a common first question concerns whether I have children and, if so, how many. My answer surprises them all: I have six—five boys and one girl.
The RenewaNation ReviewServing All Schools: A Key to Community Transformation
I recently attended a conference for pastors and ministry leaders where the focus was transformational ministry. One of the sessions was led by the pastor of a “significant” church who spoke about transforming communities through ministry in local schools.
The RenewaNation ReviewImpact Follows Obedience
In late 2014 and early 2015, Renewanation was engaged to spearhead a Christian school revitalization effort at Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy (SMLCA). We shared the background of this effort in the Fall 2015 issue of The Renewanation Review.
The RenewaNation ReviewHelp Affect Change Through Legislation
One of the amazing things about this country is every citizen has the potential to influence legislation in ways that can bring tremendous good to all. Few things have more impact on our daily lives than legislation. On the issue of education, this is definitely true.
The RenewaNation ReviewFour Ts for Shaping a Christian Worldview
People often ask what a worldview is and how it is developed. These are important questions, so I will briefly address them. But the more pressing question to me is how a Christian or biblical worldview is formed and passed on to our children and grandchildren.