Dear Lord, we come to You as our holy God. There is no one like You, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises (Ex 15:11; Rev 4:8) and we ask You to help us as Christian teachers to be set apart from the world’s system as we teach various topics. Especially for those of us who teach in public schools, Lord, help us see how our teaching can bring You glory. We can use history, science, language, art, and more to discuss what is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable, and excellent (Phil 4:8).
Lord, we worship You as our Creator, knowing that You called everything into existence and through Your perfect wisdom and knowledge You have formed everything to reflect Your glory (Ps 146:5-6; Col 1:16). Let our teaching honor this truth by pointing to the infinite value of human beings. All humans, regardless of their differences or actions, are made in the image of God and we should seek to show them love and care throughout their lives. Lord, give us Your words to communicate these truths to our students.
Keep us mindful, Lord, that because of Your work on the cross and Your resurrection on our behalf, we are not of the world and You sanctify us in the truth of Your Word as we are sent into the world to do the good work You have set before us (John 17:16-19; Eph 2:10). Let us, then be lights for Your glory in our classrooms. You, God, are light, and in You, there is no darkness at all. Let us fellowship with You in light, practicing truth, and pointing our students to the goodness You have set before us (1 John 1:5-7, Ps 31:19).
Lord, for every Christian teacher, let us keep our eyes on You as our loving Lord who has loved us with an everlasting love and with lovingkindness have drawn us to Yourself (Jer 31:3). In this, let us work on the mission field of our schools to prepare the hearts of our students by showing them this same love and kindness and let us help them desire it in every area of their lives that they may recognize their need for You at the proper time. Thank You for placing Your people in schools throughout the world, Lord. We praise You for how You are at work. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
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