HIS PERFECT LOVE
But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8, NIV Do you have times when you feel unworthy of love? When your flaws, failures, and sins seem too great for anyone, let alone God, to look past? I think if we are honest, […]
FOLLOW EVERYWHERE
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17, NIV There I was, fresh out of college with my bachelor’s degree in teaching. I had methodically drawn a circle on a map of where I’d […]
STUDENTS IN THE PITS
God has delivered me from going down to the pit, and I shall live to enjoy the light of life. Job 33:28, NIV Our call as educators is to help students ascend to the hope and future God has planned for them. Some of the students we serve, however, have peers, siblings, parents, media idols, […]
SPECIAL
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10, ESV “Thank goodness, there aren’t any teachers here!” (Translation: “There aren’t any real teachers here.”) This statement came from a parent who knew me because I taught all three of his […]
PRAYERFUL
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NKJV There is no substitute for prayer. We need time together and alone to talk to our Heavenly Father. Good communication is important with Him just as it is in any […]
NEW EVERY MORNING
The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23, ESV It was Homecoming Week in our small town, and the seniors were gathering on the football field at 7 AM to watch the sunrise over the hills bordering […]
HIS WORD IS A LIGHT
Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. Psalm 119:105, NIV As you walk the halls of your school today, consider humming this verse quietly to yourself. Let it become your heart’s rhythm. And if you are blessed to be part of a prayer group, take time to share this […]
CARRY HIS FIRE
For our “God is a consuming fire.” Hebrews 12:29, NIV When God ignites a fire in us, it’s not just for our own personal revival. It’s also for those around us in the places where He’s called us. And as educators, this is our classroom. I want to share a powerful image that God gave […]
NO DISTRESS TO STRESS US
And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. Romans 8:26, NLT As I drive through São Paulo, Brazil—one of the largest cities in the world—I see many […]
TAKING TIME
For He satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. Psalm 107:9, KJV He sat, head slumped on top of the computer keys. While the other students were researching African colonies, he sat motionless. “Michael. Are you sick?” No answer. “Are you tired?” No answer. Finally, I heard a soft voice, “I’m hungry.” […]