We Need Committed Christian Teachers for Such a Time As This
It has been said that teachers are the heart and soul of our society. I could not agree more. Teachers help mold the next generation into productive, responsible adults. And in these times of turmoil and uncertainty, we need committed Christian teachers more than ever.
Students and the Absence of Steady Influences
A plague of loneliness and isolation has swept across our society. Unfortunately, our students are at the forefront of this issue. According to a recent study, children spend an average of six hours daily in front of screens. When they are not in front of screens, they are often left to their own devices, with no adult supervision or guidance.
The average parent works two jobs just to make ends meet, leaving little time for family interaction. As classrooms get larger due to increasing teacher shortages, teachers are left with less and less time to connect with their students on a personal level.
In this environment, it is easy for students to become lost. They long for someone to take an interest in them, believe in them, and guide them through life's challenges. This is where teachers can make a real difference.
As a result, teachers are often the only stable adult influence in a child's life.
How Committed Educators Can Make a Difference
The critical role teachers play cannot be understated. In addition to academic instruction, teachers provide students with vital social and emotional support. That is why we need teachers who are committed to instilling Christian values in their students. Teachers who will be a steadying influence in their lives. You spend more time with your students than their parents do! You have the opportunity to make a real difference in their lives.
The Biblical Connection
Joshua was a young leader facing a large challenge: leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. God called Joshua to be a leader during a time of great need. But God didn't place him with this large responsibility before providing him with a supportive teacher.
Moses, a committed follower of God, took Joshua under his wing and taught him everything he needed to know about being a leader. He instilled in Joshua the importance of obeying God's commands and leading the people with integrity. When Moses died, Joshua was ready to take on the challenge because he had been prepared by a committed teacher.
A Call to Action
As a fellow Christian teacher, I urge you to rededicate yourself to your calling. This is not a time for half-heartedness or complacency. We need educators who are fully committed to their students and their faith.
Don't let the recent school years' turbulence dissuade you from this noble profession. Our society needs teachers who are willing to step up and make a difference. We need people like you, for such a time as this. Will you answer the call? Will you be the committed Christian teacher our students need? I pray that you will.