I actually miss not going into the classroom today . . .

I’m not sure I could say enough good things about Cecil and Steve and Peggy (our drummer Jim and others we all know) who truly work on the front lines of ministry in a much needed way.

My brief time in the classroom of a large high school has given me great appreciation for those of you in the field of education who by your expertise and your walk with Christ are making a difference in many tangible ways.

I’m not against Christian Schools – they can serve in a unique way.  But I do know this . . . If we pull all the Christ followers out of the schools (teachers, students and staff) and hide behind our walls we’ve given up significant, precious ground to the god of this world.

4 Responses to “Educational Insights and Observations”

1. Stoogelover says:

   January 27, 2009 at 10:43 am

   We don’t give enough applause (or pay) to our teachers.
2. thurman8er says:

   January 27, 2009 at 10:57 am

   Thanks for the props, brother. It has been an incredible ministry for over 20 years. Even though my transition to full-time ministry is many years away, I am already giving a lot of thought to what I’ll be missing. We truly DO need as many Christians in our schools as possible.
3. cwinwc says:

   January 27, 2009 at 1:47 pm

   Thanks Bro. On more than one occasion I’ve invited a parent to shadow their child throughout the school day. To a person, each of them usually come back and say something along the lines of what you stated. I’m glad that you got to experience what you did, not for what I stated but for the gifts you bring to students as well.
4. Meowmix says:

   January 27, 2009 at 11:55 pm

   Teachers are true heros. It’s a shame they don’t get paid what our entertainers and sports figures are paid!