Thoughts for Back to School
It's that time again!
The end of summer is approaching. No more sleeping in till after noon. It's
time to say hello to study and homework again! As you prepare for the new
school year, here are some thoughts that hopefully will help you. We'll call
them the "ABCs of Back to School".
Appreciate Authority
The word "authority" seldom brings a smile to any
young person's face. (Unless that authority is given over a younger sibling.)
But authority is critical in the life of every individual. The Bible commands us to obey the authorities
placed in our lives. (Hebrews 13:17, Romans 13:1-7) As the school year begins,
determine to appreciate authority. Remember the teachers, the principal, and
the administration have been placed in your life for your benefit. No, they are
not perfect, but neither are you. Decide now to respect and obey the authority
God has placed in your life this year.
Build Relationships
We all know the main reason we go to school is to receive a
quality education that will prepare us for life. But it is also a great place to build
relationships. And when I say relationships, I'm not talking about dating
relationships, because in junior high and high school "ain't nobody got
time for that." Establish working relationships with teachers and godly
adults who will give you a godly perspective. Cultivate relationships with
peers whether in classes or in other extracurricular activities. As you build those
relationships remember "He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed."
(Proverbs 13:20) Make sure as you build relationships at school, that they are
also helping build your spiritual relationship.
Challenge Yourself
Every year of school brings new challenges. There
are new teachers, new classes, and a new set of pressures. Accept the
challenge! if you play sports, be willing to rise to the next level. If you
play an instrument, be willing to stretch yourself. If you have a subject you
struggle in, pray about it and strive to work harder. This school year make Colossians
3:23-24 your goal. "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; knowing that of
the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord
Christ."
I hope you'll consider these thoughts as you begin you're new school year!
