BEST-LAID PLANS
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, his love endures forever. Cry out, “Save us, God our Savior, gather us and deliver us from the nations, that we may give thanks to your holy name, and glory in your praise.” 1 Chronicles 16:34-35, NIV It’s that time of year—the crunch is on to […]
TRADING SNOOZE FOR SOLITUDE
“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.” Mark 1:35, NIV Nine more minutes and I’ll be ready to get up…okay, nine more, and nine more…I need nine more! For over thirty years, I hit the snooze […]
A WEAK WEEK
Then the Lord turned to him and said, “Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?” Judges 6:14, NKJV My journal reads: What a day! Yesterday, I started the day tired and had to put up with an aching leg because […]
NONE OF US HAVE PERFECT CLASSROOMS
“For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves.” Colossians 1:13, NIV She slammed her books down on the desk, plopped into her chair, crossed her arms, and stared out the classroom window. “Good morning, Anna,” I said, knowing the response would be […]
THE ONE WHO SUSTAINS US
Sustain me, my God, according to your promise, and I will live; do not let my hopes be dashed. Uphold me, and I will be delivered; I will always have regard for your decrees. Psalm 119:116-117, NIV One of the most important responsibilities we have as educators is creating a safe learning environment for our […]
BE THE LIGHT
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. Psalm 136:1, NIV We hear a lot about Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) these days. For many of us over a certain age, this may seem like a new fad because these programs did not exist when we were students. However, there is a […]
MERCIFUL
Yet he was merciful; he forgave their iniquities and did not destroy them. Time after time he restrained his anger and did not stir up his full wrath. Psalm 78:38, NIV As humans, we are so imperfect. Even with godly hearts and good intentions, we still mess up and need mercy and forgiveness. Praise God […]
WHY ARE YOU A TEACHER?
And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17, ESV Why are you a teacher? At some point in your career, you have probably been asked this question. Answers will vary, but I suppose the common reply […]
2026 NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
Tell of His glory among the nations, His wonderful deeds among all the peoples. 1 Chronicles 16:24, NASB Most days, it’s hard to see how daily life in the classroom connects to something eternal. But the National Day of Prayer theme reminds us that sharing God’s glory with all nations and generations is not reserved […]
THE JOY HE PLACES AROUND US
I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. John 15:11, NIV Teaching brings me joy. I look forward to going to work each day. There is joy in watching a student understand something for the first time or seeing one child encourage another. […]