Belief and Practice: Spiritual Imperatives for the Adventist Teacher

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

7-1-2017

Keywords

Christian education, Teachers, Seventh-day Adventists, Spiritual life

Abstract

"The apostle Paul’s advice to Timothy also provides a clear message for teachers in relation to living a spiritual life: “Pay close attention to yourself and to your teaching; persevere in these things, for as you do this you will ensure salvation both for yourself and for those who hear you” (1 Timothy 4:16, NASB).6 For that purpose, I want to present two ways teachers can strengthen their walk with God so they can have confidence about their salvation and represent God effectively and efficiently to their students. This model is based on a principle found in spiritual-leadership literature.7 In order to maintain a healthy spiritual life, one has to combine two imperatives: spiritual beliefs and spiritual practices. True education requires the convergence of these imperatives."

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Journal Title

Journal of Adventist Education

Volume

79

Issue

4

First Page

4

Last Page

7

First Department

Behavioral Sciences

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