Episode 154: Raising Spiritual Champions

A recent Barna Group study shows that only 4% of Americans hold to a Biblical worldview. Now, more than ever, it is our responsibility and privilege to teach the kids in our lives to be spiritual champions – those who transform culture with Biblical truth. 

Our guest, Dr. Adam Rasmussen, brings us great wisdom from a book by his colleague, Dr. George Barna, entitled, Raising Spiritual Champions, and it’s designed to help us teach. This book is for anyone who wants to have an impact on the next generation with the Gospel. 

Ready to hear how we can raise spiritual champions? Let’s go!

DR. ADAM RASMUSSEN is a Fellow at the Cultural Research Center and the Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities at Arizona Christian University. He draws upon his 25 years of experience in Christian education to inspire students to thrive under the Lordship of Christ in all aspects of their lives. With a passion for helping students connect their faith with reason and culture, he guides them to make meaningful and relevant connections that go beyond mere academic study. Dr. Rasmussen is a magna cum laude graduate of Northwestern College, where he earned a BA in history. He also holds an MA in Educational Ministries from Wheaton College, as well as a PhD in Educational Studies with a focus on leadership and administration from the Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. His research interests include biblical literacy, educational ministries, and Christian apologetics.

Resources

Raising Spiritual Champions Book Website

Barna group research on worldview

CRC Website                            

CRC Facebook         

Deuteronomy 6:4-7 – B2S theme verse; love God with all your heart and teach his commands diligently to your children

Hebrews 13:8 – Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forever

John 8:31-32 – The truth will set you free (when you remain in my Word)

1 Timothy 4:7 & 2 Timothy 3:1-5 – In the last days people will become lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God.

John 12:49 – Jesus only says what the Father tells him

John 15 – Abide in Him and bear much fruit 

Isaiah 40:31 – They that wait on the Lord shall renew their strength

Romans 5:20-21 – God’s grace is greater than our sin

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