The world isn’t waiting until our kids are older to disciple them. It’s happening now. Through screens, schools, and social media, our children are being shaped every single day. The question is: are they being shaped by truth or by whatever the culture decides truth is this week?
George Barna’s research is sounding an alarm we can’t afford to ignore:
• Only 2% of parents with children under 13 have a biblical worldview.
• Just 12% of children’s pastors hold a biblical worldview.
• Only 25% of preteens believe the Bible is the true Word of God.
• A staggering 94% of parents operate from a worldview called syncretism. A mix of conflicting beliefs that often contradict Scripture.
This isn’t just a parenting issue. It’s a discipleship crisis.
Why It Matters
A biblical worldview isn’t about raising “good kids.” It’s about raising kids who know how to think, live, and love like Jesus. It’s about helping them answer life’s biggest questions:
• Who is God?
• What is truth?
• Why am I here?
• What’s right and wrong?
• What happens after this life?
If we don’t help them answer these questions through the lens of Scripture, the world will answer them through the lens of culture.
The Window Is Closing
Barna’s research shows that a person’s worldview is largely formed by the age of 13 and rarely changes after that. That means we have a narrow window to lay a foundation of truth.
Our kids are spiritual sponges. They’re absorbing everything we say and everything we don’t. They’re watching how we live, what we prioritize, and how we respond to the world around us.
What Can We Do?
1. Start with Ourselves
We can’t pass on what we don’t possess. If we want our kids to have a biblical worldview, we need to cultivate one in our own lives. That means immersing ourselves in Scripture, seeking God’s wisdom, and aligning our lives with His truth.
2. Make Discipleship a Daily Priority
Discipleship isn’t a program. It’s a lifestyle. It’s in the conversations at the dinner table, the prayers before bedtime, and the way we handle challenges. It’s about consistently pointing our kids to Jesus in every aspect of life.
3. Equip Our Kids to Stand Firm
We need to teach our children not just what to believe, but why it matters. Help them understand that truth is not relative, that God’s Word is unchanging, and that living for Jesus is the most fulfilling path they can take.
Final Thoughts
The world is loud, but our God is louder. He’s calling us to rise up, to be intentional, and to lead our children with conviction and compassion.
Let’s not leave their faith to chance. Let’s be the generation that says, “Not on our watch.”
Because when we raise kids who see like Jesus, we raise kids who can’t be shaken.
You’re not just raising kids. You’re raising disciples. Let’s build a foundation that lasts.
Unshakable kids. 