MASTER PLAN
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28, NIV As most well-prepared, organized teachers do at the beginning of the school year, you probably have your classroom beautifully decorated with a theme you chose over the […]
REDEEMING THE TIME
So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom. Return, O Lord! How long? Have pity on your servants! Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days. Make us glad for as many days as you have afflicted […]
CLEAR VISION
Then Ananias went to the house and entered it. Placing his hands on Saul, he said, “Brother Saul, the Lord—Jesus, who appeared to you on the road as you were coming here—has sent me so that you may see again and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” Immediately, something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes, […]
FRESH START
For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. Psalm 30:5, NIV There’s nothing like getting a fresh start. We are blessed in education because we get a fresh start each school year: new students, new colleagues, new administrators, […]
THIS PLACE
As You sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world. John 17:18, NIV Lunch boxes of every shape and size; backpacks; chalk dust; dusty books; broken equipment; outdated computers; upright pianos; kickballs; tiny chairs; coffee stains and leftover donut sugar; reams of paper; paperclips; bulletin boards; yellow buses. I confess that […]
AMAZED
Joshua told the people, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” Joshua 3:5, NIV God is still doing amazing things. Personally, He has blessed me, my family, and our ministry in ways I could have never hoped or dreamed. I find myself amazed at how He takes care of my […]
BELIEVE
“Everything is possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23, NIV Do you know what Jesus can do through you in your professional life if you give Him a chance? Do you understand that regardless of what happens this year—what student or how many students have been placed in your class or what administrative decisions are […]
IF YOU’RE DREADING GOING BACK
Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken. Psalm 55:22, NIV Do you find yourself ready to burst into tears at the very thought of heading back to school this year? Maybe you thought this summer break would rejuvenate you and give you the […]
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 […]
UNLOCKING PEACE
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7, NIV Do you feel like the pile of tasks to prepare for the […]