However, distinctive Christian teaching should not only reflect our faith in God but also serve as a beckon pointing out students to the creator as we teach them about his creation. As a Ag teacher, I must view my students as image bearers of God and consciously work to help unfold my students gifts by equipping them to pursue God’s purpose for their lives. This goal will remain unchanged whether or not I teach in a public or Christian school. I may not always be able to be vocal about my faith but I can be truthful about positive and negative aspects of the agriculture industry and ask students to wrestle with ethical questions and moral issues. I can intently listen to my students’ views and graciously except their differences from my own. I can show mercy and compassion to my students and demonstrate humility when I make mistakes and need their forgiveness. For me, distinct Christian teaching is what I hope are the words used to describe what goes on in my
However, distinctive Christian teaching should not only reflect our faith in God but also serve as a beckon pointing out students to the creator as we teach them about his creation. As a Ag teacher, I must view my students as image bearers of God and consciously work to help unfold my students gifts by equipping them to pursue God’s purpose for their lives. This goal will remain unchanged whether or not I teach in a public or Christian school. I may not always be able to be vocal about my faith but I can be truthful about positive and negative aspects of the agriculture industry and ask students to wrestle with ethical questions and moral issues. I can intently listen to my students’ views and graciously except their differences from my own. I can show mercy and compassion to my students and demonstrate humility when I make mistakes and need their forgiveness. For me, distinct Christian teaching is what I hope are the words used to describe what goes on in my