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However, what is frequently missing is a biblical approach. Using the principles of biblical truth, the article proposes a methodology for substance abuse that stresses the renewal of the mind through the application of the Word of God. By redefining substance abuse through a biblical perspective, families dealing with addiction can find their hope in Christ instead of having their identity rooted in unbiblical terms. In addition, families can experience healing and transformation by relying on and applying biblical truth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJonathan Okinaga, Ph.D.\u003c\/strong\u003e, has more than 15 years of counseling experience, and has served in various ministries and treatment facilities, specializing in addiction and substance abuse. Okinaga (“Dr. O” to his students) received his Ph.D. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. 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Many grew up in Christian homes attending church but had a stunted Bible reading rhythm. During this season, my wife and I planted our own family. We began to wrestle with how to create a disciple-making culture in our home to equip our children with a regular rhythm of reading and applying the Bible in a way that rooted what they believed and motivated them to obey and share the gospel. Our biblical foundations for family discipleship and cultivated rhythms provided a discipleship pathway that yielded fruitful Bible reading and application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBen Phillips, D.Min.\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the pastor at FBC Murphy, Texas, and has served as a family ministry consultant for 18 years. He routinely equips parents with a TEACH Faith @ plan for discipling children. 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The first section of this article provides Luther’s biblical theology for the educational responsibilities of parent. Secondly, Luther’s arguments for parents to teach biblical content, theology, and spiritual disciplines in the home will be examined. Lastly, the article provides some of Luther’s methodologies that parents may utilize for the successful biblical education of their children within the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMegan Arledge, M.Div.\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a second-year Doctor of Education student at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. She received a master’s degree in history from Southeastern Louisiana University and an M.Div. from SBTS. 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