I don’t know a single Christian parent today who does not want their child to obtain wisdom.
Usually, we rely on youth pastors, church events, and maybe the influence of a few Christian music artists to help our kids learn about God. But, when we stop to think about it, we know this is not all of the training they require – the challenges are too great.
The Bible is clear that the fear and knowledge of God are the keys to obtaining wisdom in this life. As parents, it is our responsibility to make sure our children are exposed early and often to truths about God, His nature, His love, His holiness, and His plan for our lives. A great way to start your child early on his or her path to wisdom is to get enrolled in your local Christian school.
I believe that while the public education system touts the importance of Knowledge it is void of true Wisdom. Knowledge, simply put, is the acquisition of facts, beliefs and systems. Wisdom, however, is the application of that knowledge. For example, I know there is a time and purpose for everything....this is knowledge. I know what time it is.....this is wisdom. There is a time to work and a time to play....knowledge. If I am working when I should be playing I lack the wisdom to be DOING what is right. Knowing is not enough and in fact Knowledge without Wisdom can be dangerous!
I have personally watched thousands of children and young adults in both the public and Christian school systems. I went through and also taught in the NYS public school system in Brooklyn, NY. I taught in St. Anthony's on Long Island and now teach and administrate for Upper Room Christian School in Dix Hills, NY. The difference in a school that both acknowledges and honors Jesus is absolutely incredible! Perfect....no...better...without a doubt! Students are raised to be responsible citizens and to prefer others rather than themselves. To be like Christ. To follow Him all the days of their lives.
Daniel 1:3-4 And the king spake unto Ashpenaz the master of his eunuchs, that he should bring certain of the
children of Israel, and of the king’s seed, and of the princes; Children in whom was no blemish, but well favoured, and skilful in all wisdom, and cunning in knowledge, and understanding science, and such as had ability in them to stand in the king’s palace, and whom they might teach the learning and the tongue of the Chaldeans.
Daniel 1:6-7 Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: Unto whom the prince of the eunuchs gave names: for he gave unto Daniel the name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of Meshach; and to Azariah, of Abednego.
Daniel 1:17-20 As for these four children,
God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams. Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar. And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stood they before the king. And in all matters of wisdom and understanding, that the king enquired of them,
he found them ten times better than all the magicians and astrologers that were in all his realm.Our children are a blessing to us and to this world from God. Let's not let the world system give them"new names"! Let's invest in their spiritual growth 24/7 and watch what God will do with them!
Scriptures taken from The Holy Bible : King James Version. 1995 (electronic ed. of the 1769 edition of the 1611 Authorized Version.) Bellingham WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc. If you'd like to receive 25% off Logos Bible Software write me at
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Grace and Peace,
Ed
