Give kids option of Bible study in schools
As a kid, I attended public school from kindergarten until the seventh grade. It was a great rural school with excellent teachers. But like most teenagers, I lost motivation and started hanging out with others who also didn’t care about their academic scores. My parents saw the downward spiral I was headed and intervened. They sent me to a private Christian school. This opportunity changed my perspective. I found new friends who were excited about learning, and teachers who taught with their hearts and from the holy book.
Our classes were the same as public schools. I learned about the secular world’s ideas, along with the biblical teaching. The curriculum was wellrounded from all viewpoints. The holy Scripture was integrated into a morning lesson for the whole student body. This was a time for us all to “get the bugs out.” We worshiped together, we prayed for our family and friends, we spoke our concerns and gave them to God. We came together and focused our minds, preparing to receive the knowledge that was presented to us that day.
Not only was the atmosphere a positive one, there was no topic that was off limits for discussion. When you go to school, you shouldn’t have a limit or rules about what you can or can’t learn about. The Bible is full of moral and life lessons we can all apply to our lives. It tells a story of history and gives us tools we can use today. There’s no other textbook like it! As free individuals we all have the right make our own decisions, come to our own conclusions. I personally haven’t heard of any negativity or harm that came to anyone for reading the Bible.
Ultimately, the choice is yours wether to be a believer or not, but you must get all the facts to make a well-rounded decision about your future and eternity.
I see no reason why Bible studies couldn’t be offered as an elective class in schools. More schools are leaning toward dual-credited teachers and can offer kids more learning opportunities by giving them access to college courses before they even graduate.
Let’s face it, kids today are savvier and smarter at a younger age than we were. Why put a cap on learning? We can give them the opportunity to make an educated decision. Give them the tools to make the world a better place.
Elaine Prairie
Juliaetta, Idaho