Purpose Driven Classroom

The purpose of this blog is to encourage Christian Educators to recognize their high calling as a teacher. We will be studying the Book of Esther for the next few months. Join us for this ten part study and don't forget to comment on how you think this applies to the classroom. May God help you to see your purpose for Him as a missionary in our schools in America.

The Book of Esther - Part 5 of 11

The Book of Esther
“For such a time as this”
Chapter 4


When Esther's words were reported to Mordecai, he sent back this answer: "Do not think that because you are in the king's house you alone of all the Jews will escape. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father's family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?" Wow! These are some of the most powerful words in the Bible.  Who can’t see the riveting power of this message as it tears at Esther’s soul?  Everything that happens to us, happens with purpose.  We may never be in such a position as Esther, but as educators, we impact students everyday.  That’s huge.

Have you even found yourself in a situation in school when you had to “stick to your guns” for something you strongly held up as priority one. Having integrity as a Christian Educators is priority one.  We must always say what we mean and mean what we say.  We cannot just talk our talk, we must always walk our walk.  Consistency and honesty in the classroom will go much further than the newest tend in education to get the students’ attention.  You have their undivided attention when it comes to character issues.  They are always checking us out.  We may as well be entering the king’s court each day. In fact, it would be wise to view entrance to each classroom and each lesson as a privilege and honor.  We would be more likely to guard our words and teach with integrity. As Christian educators, it is important to recognize our calling.  When you realize that you work for the Lord and not just men, it is easier to see that you truly have “come to this position, for such a time as this.”  You may be the only teacher that particular child has ever had that showed them compassion.  You may be the only teacher that child ever had the told them they were destined for greatness.  You may be the only teacher that child ever had who encouraged them to think beyond the lesson.  Who knows, but that you may be the only teacher who showed that you loved Jesus by the way you wore His skin in your classroom?  Kids notice. Kids remember and kids will tell about what they have seen and heard in your classroom.
What a blessing to be a teacher! It is important to stand back from the difficulties of parent conferences, papers to grade, students who are hard to handle and administrators that you do not see eye-to-eye with and thank God that He purposed you to make an impact on the next generation.  Teaching is the one profession that affects all other professions.  We must take our calling seriously and with great purpose “for such a time as this.”





Please read Chapter 5 for next time! Don’t be shy. You can enrich this study with your own voice in the comment section.

As always, I am
Prayerfully yours,

Karen

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