Biblical Worldview Integration

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BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW INTEGRATION (BWI) is the intentional process of examining the worldviews that undergird all academic content and then teaching and discussing those worldviews through the lens of Scripture. While Biblical Worldview Integration cannot guarantee spiritual renewal and formation, it is an integral element of Christian education that, through the power of the Holy Spirit, will contribute to the development of individuals’ worldviews so they are increasingly aligned with God’s truth and perspective. This process must be grounded in LOVE and TRUTH and executed in COMMUNITY by faithful AMBASSADORS who prioritize DISCIPLESHIP in every aspect of life and learning.

Authentic Christian Educator

What is an Authentic Christian Educator?

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Achieving a Christ-centered culture requires that every part of the school be grounded in, guided by, interconnected through, and fundamentally transformed by Christ. This document outlines twelve principles for the authentic Christian educator, grouped into five areas called “marks,” to help all educators understand the logical flow.

Why “Authentic Christian Educator”? Every believer is commanded to make disciples. Every believer is called to this task until people everywhere understand and recognize that Jesus Christ is the only Savior and that He has been given all authority over every part of creation.

ACSI is tasked, through our mission and vision, with strengthening Christian schools and equipping Christian educators to inspire students to become devoted followers of Jesus Christ. For any school to do this effectively, every staff member must believe and practice what we hope others will receive. We must be Authentic!

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Authentic Christian Educator Founders Cohort

August 2026 – April 2027

Go deeper in biblical worldview integration with ACSI’s Authentic Christian Educator: Biblical Worldview Integration Principles and Practices model. The Founders Group gives Christian educators an inside look at the model, practical training for implementing it within their schools, and direct access to the model’s designer. Participants will also explore how existing ACSI resources connect to the framework and can support biblical worldview integration across their school communities.

What You’ll Learn

The essential components of biblical worldview integration
How to apply the Authentic Christian Educator model in your school
How ACSI resources can support your biblical worldview integration efforts
ACSI's approved missional partners

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Professional Learning Opportunities

ACSI British Columbia Leadership Network Meeting, Canada | October 8, 2026
ACSI British Columbia Teacher Convention, Canada | October 9, 2026
ACSI Maritimes Conference, Canada | October 22–23, 2026
Christian Schools CONNECT, TN | November 2, 2026
Authentic Christian Educator Training, PA | November 6, 2026
Founders Cohort Staff and Teacher Training, TX | November 17–19, 2026 (Cohort Members Only)
Flourishing Schools Institute (FSi), FL | February 3–5, 2027
Founders Cohort FSi Preconference | February 3, 2027 (Cohort Members Only)
ACSI Manitoba Leadership Network Meeting, Canada | February 11, 2027
ACSI Manitoba Teacher Convention, Canada | February 12, 2027
Founders Cohort Staff and Teacher Training, FL | March 16–18, 2027 (Cohort Members Only)
ACSI Cannon Beach Leadership & Governance Retreat, OR | April 4–6, 2027
Innovate Early Education Leaders' Summit, FL | April 9–10, 2027
Rooted Worldview Conference, SC | June 15–17, 2027

Biblical Worldview Integration Resources

What is Biblical Worldview Integration?

How do you create a lesson that will help your students develop a biblical worldview? In this offering, Dr. Debbie MacCullough provides clear direction on how you can create lesson plans that will help you guide your students to develop a biblical worldview. This offering includes samples from various subjects and grade levels as well as practical demonstrations and activities that will equip you to design biblically integrated lessons.

Group Learning:

A turn-key offering for hosting in-house professional development events

Individual Learning:

An on-demand, self-paced course for teachers

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Colson Center Course

Museums and history books remind us that once-great civilizations can crumble when disconnected from the truths that sustained them—and the West is no exception. In response to today’s cultural confusion, Truth Rising equips school communities to stand boldly for truth and live out their faith with clarity and courage. This timely discipleship tool is now available for free, and participants can earn 1.5 educational CEUs upon completion.

Podcast : Grafted Together

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Episodes

Grafted Together Episode 28: Civil Discourse in an Age of Tribalism, with Philip Scott

Philip Scott, ACSI VP for Legal Affairs, discusses how what civil discourse should look like for Christians today, and how to properly view our involvement and responsibility to our immediate and larger community.

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Grafted Together Ep 27: Spiritual Formation Network Wrap-up: ESOs & Assessment

Douglas Campbell hosts an episode with three major contributors to ACSI's Spiritual Formation Network meetings.

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Grafted Together Ep 26: Trickle-Down Spiritual Formation and Worldview, with Dr. Jeff Lawrence

Jerry Nelson and Dr. Jeff Lawrence talk through building spiritual formation in schools from the top down, including defining a biblical worldview and practical steps that leaders can take for spiritual formation in Christian schools.

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Grafted Together Ep 25: Engaging Students at the Intersection of Christ & Culture, with Dan Stuart

Every school is being discipled by culture. Often, it happens subconsciously. To discuss how to engage students where Christ & culture meet, Dan Stuart of The King's Academy in FL joins the podcast.

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Leading Insights Biblical Worldview and Spiritual Formation Book

This Leading Insights monograph, Biblical Worldview and Spiritual Formation, focuses on the core mission of Christian education—discipling the hearts and minds of students, and equipping them as ambassadors of Christ and reconcilers to God’s creation. With chapters by leaders, teachers, and researchers who have worked extensively in and with Christian schools, this edition shares valuable insights for fostering a school culture that is rooted in a biblical worldview and love of God and neighbor. Practical strategies and a culminating reflection guide will benefit readers in any role—whether in leadership, spiritual life oversight, classroom teaching, curricular planning, faculty professional development, or service-learning—as well as school teams seeking to grow in faithfulness to their Christ-centered mission.

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