John 1 - Christian Education
“Again the next day after John stood, and two of his disciples; And looking upon Jesus as He walked, he saith, Behold the Lamb of God! And the two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus. ” (John 1:35-37) The above verses became the cornerstone for my “Philosophy of Christian Education” when I was a senior in college. Daily integration of God’s character and truth into every academic subject is vital if a paramount desire to follow Christ is to be kindled in the heart of each student. Homeschooling provides an unparalleled opportunity for this level of discipleship, giving parents an additional 15,000 hours in the life of a child to seek to impart the mind of Christ and a love for the Lord their God, while simultaneously achieving academic excellence. (See Deuteronomy 6, Daniel 1.) In ancient times, learning occurred When students lived with their teacher. Discipleship was a life observed, Then imitated in all features. In the passage above, John