Good Morning, God,
On some of our church calendars, God, this week has been designated as "Christian Education Week." Of course, because of the doctrine of the separation of Church and State, we won't be doing anything special with this week in our public schools. And, we really doubt that our churches will be doing much daily, either, except maybe, beginning their mid-week, Wednesday afternoon and evening programs.
Some of us do remember the days when church and school had a more coordinated effort. Children were taught in Sunday School to respect their school teachers, because this is what Jesus would do. And, in school, children would begin the day, not just with the flag salute, but with a devotion and prayer. The Golden Rule Bible verse would be on the wall, along with the Ten Commandments.
Now, we are always trying to figure our how to instill these same principles through some sort of "values education." Interpreting Biblical values for secular society and education has always been he role of the church and Christian Education, hasn't it, God?
May it be easier in our time; may it be easier.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
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