Teach Biblically: A Guide to Worldview Education

In this episode, Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope explore what it truly means to teach biblically. They address the sacred-secular divide many educators encounter, walk through Colossians 1 and Christ's role in holding all things together, and explain why forming a biblical worldview is so vital in today's cultural moment. They share practical examples from real classrooms, clarify the difference between integration and immersion, and offer guidance for growing your own worldview so you can help students recognize God's truth in every subject. Connect & Learn More:Subscribe for new episodes, resources, and conversations designed to equip and encourage Christian educators to teach with clarity, purpose, and a biblical worldview. To stay connected to the conversation, join the Teach Biblically group on Facebook.

Last year, The Woodlands Christian Academy in Texas made a bold move: removing student cell phones from campus life. It wasn't just about minimizing distractions — it was about discipleship, worldview formation, and aligning daily school life with their mission. In this episode of Teach Biblically, Stephen Clark and Aaron Marez share the practical steps, communication strategies, and biblical convictions that shaped the rollout of their no-cell-phone policy. We discuss how it has impacted student relationships, classroom focus, and even the spiritual climate on campus — and why other Christian schools should consider similar steps. Whether you're a school leader grappling with technology policies or a teacher seeking to keep your classroom centered on Christ in a screen-saturated world, this conversation offers both inspiration and practical tools. Key Takeaways Mission drives policy. How the Woodlands Christian Academy connected a phone policy to its biblical worldview and discipleship goals. Practical rollout steps. How to prepare faculty, students, and parents for a major culture shift. Communication strategies. How to explain the why in a way that builds unity and buy-in. Worldview formation in action. The habits and character traits students are developing without constant phone access. Lessons learned. What worked, what they would change, and advice for schools considering a similar move.  

In this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope interviews Dr. Roger Erdvig - speaker, author, former school administrator, and current Director of Worldview Education at Summit Ministries - about the powerful idea of Christian service-learning. Roger shares how he's lived this out firsthand in schools and co-wrote Bring It to Life: Christian Education and the Transformative Power of Service-Learning with Dr. Lynn Swaner. Together, Maggie and Roger explore: Practical ways teachers and school leaders can implement and support service learning. How service learning fosters biblical worldview formation in students by cultivating empathy, purpose, academic growth, and excitement. We encourage you to capture opportunities to move beyond mandatory volunteer hours and build authentic service-learning experiences that shape students' heads, hearts, and habitual ways.  

How do you help young students see the world through the lens of God's bigger story? In this episode of Teach Biblically, Maggie Pope sits down with third-grade teacher Megan Moses to explore how the biblical themes of creation, fall, redemption, and restoration can shape everyday learning. Megan gives us some practical ideas from her classroom and encourages teachers to make this framework simple, natural, and engaging. Whether you're new to biblical integration or looking for fresh inspiration, this conversation will remind you that every lesson is an opportunity to point students back to God's truth.

In this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope and Dr. Roger Erdvig explore the transformative journey of worldview formation and its critical role in both education and personal development. They unpack how our worldviews are continually shaped by life experiences, key influences, and intentional reflection. At Summit Ministry's Center for Biblical Worldview Formation, we equip educators to invest in their own worldview growth in order to effectively disciple the next generation. We hope this episode leaves you with practical tools and words of encouragement to help take intentional steps in owning and cultivating your own worldview development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Worldview Formation 00:49 Understanding Our Own Worldviews 03:56 The Complexity of Worldview Formation 07:54 Influences on Worldview Development 11:53 Personal Stories of Worldview Shaping 17:02 The Role of Mentorship in Worldview Formation 22:11 Spiritual Formation and Worldview 24:56 Accountability and Resources for Growth 30:05 Managing Derailers in Worldview Formation 36:08 Conclusion and Call to Action Download the 12 Week Worldview Development Plan here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bkRLQ_k94GrEPo5mhuaFGOgey3gwDs4S/view?usp=sharing

In this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope interviews Jenna LaFlamme, an English and research teacher at Houston Christian School, about how she shows her students that God has something to say about research and speaking. We first met Jenna at a Summit Biblical Worldview Immersion Conference and reconnected with her a month later for this conversation. In this interview, Jenna and Maggie explore the importance of shaping students' desires through biblical principles, the role of research in a Christian context, and practical steps educators can take to implement these ideas. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Biblical Worldview in Education 03:07 Classroom Snapshot: Jenna LaFlamme's Experience 05:35 Integrating Truth Claims in Research 08:49 Shaping Desires Through Biblical Truths 11:38 The Purpose of Research in a Christian Context 14:48 Advice for Educators on Worldview Integration 17:33 Next Steps for Implementing Biblical Worldview 20:49 Reflections and Takeaways from the Interview

In this episode of Teach Biblically, Dr. Maggie Pope and Dr. Roger Erdvig sit down with Riley Skiles, a first-year middle school science teacher, to explore what it means to bring a biblical worldview into the classroom. They unpack the challenges of teaching science in a secular environment while staying true to faith, offering real-world strategies for helping students connect scientific concepts to God's design. From practical assessments to seeing science as an act of worship- this conversation is all about equipping educators to bridge the gap between faith and learning in powerful ways. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:16 Meet Riley Skiles 05:51 Navigating Secular Science Education 09:59 Integrating Biblical Worldview in Science 15:09 Assessment Practices for Biblical Worldview 20:32 Applying Biblical Principles Across Subjects

In this debut episode of the Teach Biblically podcast, Dr. Roger Erdvig and Dr. Maggie Pope are joined by Leslie Segraves- abortion apologist, missionary, and Bible teacher at Calvary Christian School in Florida. In this interview, Maggie and Leslie explore the concept of classroom liturgies—routines designed to shape students' desires and worldview. She also shares her experiences teaching pro-life apologetics, the importance of spiritual engagement, and the need for educators to create a culture of learning that connects content to biblical truth.  Following the interview with Leslie, Maggie debriefs the conversation with some hard-hitting, practical wisdom that any educator, at any grade-level, can implement in their classroom. Join us in the Teach Biblically Facebook group to get connected to other like-minded educators and be a part of more conversations like this one. The Teach Biblically podcast is a production of the Center for Biblical Worldview Formation at Summit Ministries- helping educators to nurture a biblical worldview in the next generation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Biblical Teaching Methods 00:48 Classroom Liturgies: Shaping Student Desires 02:10 Global Perspective on Pro-Life Issues 03:04 Spiritual Armor and Classroom Engagement 04:13 Incremental Learning in Apologetics 05:08 Diverse Motivations of Students 06:06 Building Capacity and Confidence in Students 06:56 The Importance of Repetition in Learning 07:50 Creating a Culture of Engagement 09:11 The Role of Liturgy in Education 10:09 Desiring Beings: The Heart of Education 11:06 Practical Applications of Classroom Liturgy 12:02 The Impact of Classroom Practices on Worldview 12:52 Connecting Content to Biblical Truth 13:49 The Role of Educators in Shaping Desires 15:11 Creating Eternal Impact through Teaching 16:09 Conclusion and Call to Action

Episode one coming soon!