“None of you should look out just for your own good. Each of you should also look out for the good of others. As you deal with one another, you should think and act as Jesus did.” -Philippians 2:4-5 (NIRV)

Uniting diverse individuals remains a challenge. Educators face this daily. Administrators must harmonize the teaching staff, student body, and community. When will educators align with their administrators? Despite differences, we are all part of the same team. Understand your administrator's perspective and ask God to change your attitude. Pray for their well-being and support their efforts. Genuine interest in their vision and well-being is essential for unity.

Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another— and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:23-25 (NIV)

Amidst busy schedules, teachers should prioritize regular prayer meetings to uplift each other and the school community. "Teachers Who Pray" encourages educators to gather weekly for encouragement and prayer, fostering a spiritual bond that can transform the world (John 17:23). This episode focuses on offering Guidance for New Teachers through prayer.

“At that time Moses was born, and he was no ordinary child. For three months he was cared for by his family. When he was placed outside, Pharaoh’s daughter took him and brought him up as her own son.”

Acts 7:19-21 (NIV)

Parents entrust their cherished children to schools, expecting love, safety, and nurturing. Similar to Pharaoh's daughter, teachers should teach with the same diligence and care as if the students were their biological children. This approach can produce remarkable results for vulnerable students and their communities.

But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Luke 18:16-17 (NIV)

In today's education landscape, teachers must create nurturing environments where students feel seen, heard, and valued. Cultivating camaraderie involves acts of acknowledgment, creating a safe classroom, and promoting inclusivity and respect. By fostering community, celebrating diversity, and integrating spiritual principles, teachers can positively impact students' lives and help them develop a strong moral compass.

Every Christian educator is intentionally assigned to their school by divine purpose. You serve as a warrior on a mission from God. Your presence in the school building daily prevents countless unfortunate events and moments of tension from occurring. Through prayerful intervention, you guard the school environment, staff, and students from unseen spiritual adversaries. Your prayers shield the hearts in the administration and the minds in the classrooms. As educators, we stand at the core of a spiritual battlefield transcending physical sight. Take courage and banish fear. Equip yourself with the complete armor of God, drawing strength from the Lord and His mighty power (Ephesians 6:10-18). The Lord has lovingly planted a passion for prayer for schools in your heart, transforming you into a genuine PRAYER WARRIOR!

In the demanding field of education, we face daily interactions with various individuals, including students, parents, and colleagues, which can sometimes lead to stressful situations. However, it's important to remember that God intends to refine our hearts through these challenges, not to add to our burdens. Trials are not meant to tear us down, but rather to build us up as we strive for Christ-like relationships. Instead of harboring resentment towards those who cause us stress, we should pray for them, as taught in Luke 6:28. By doing so, we open ourselves to witness God's transformative power in our hearts and relationships.

Join our Prayer Call as we lift these challenges to God and seek His guidance and strength.

In the journey of spirit-led teaching, physical stressors like exhaustion, illness, or recovery can deeply impact our work and lives. Whether we face these challenges ourselves or support our loved ones, it’s essential to remember that God is the ultimate healer. His strength covers all our needs—physical and spiritual. God may heal our bodies or uplift our spirits to endure, offering us grace and resilience. Through Jesus’ love and presence, we find comfort and strength amid pain and hardship.

This week, let us raise our voices in praise to His Holy Name! Offer gratitude for the countless promises He has fulfilled and the miracles witnessed within your school, made possible by the presence of His Holy Spirit in dedicated teachers like you. Praise Him in anticipation of all He will accomplish within your students, the school community, and your own heart throughout this year.

Praise serves as an anchor for a vibrant prayer life and a strong connection with God. Consistently grounding ourselves in praise is a beautiful and powerful act of worship for Christian teachers. It directs our hearts and eyes to perceive the transformative work and triumphant presence of Jesus Christ in our educational institutions.