Why do we have a school? Whether for us as a ministry or even for the greater society as a whole, the answer to this question is that children need to learn skills that will prepare them for life. Here at Open Door Christian Academy we desire to have intentional reasons for why we teach what we teach. This will be the first in a series of articles that will answer this question. Each article will address a different subject matter. 

We begin with the Bible. This one may seem obvious as a Christian school but it is one that we undertake with passion and purpose, not out of duty. We teach the Bible because John 17:17 says “Thy Word is truth.” This includes the truth of knowing life’s greatest questions as well as the basis of all truth. 

We teach the Bible because it is the only way to know God and live in relationship with Him. People love to create theories about who God is and how He operates. While these are sometimes logical and well thought-out, they are simply mans opinion and projection. It is only through God’s Word that we can know who God is and what He wants for our lives. 

We teach the Bible because it reveals practical information on how to live a holy, God-honoring life. Often, the Bible is looked at as an outdated, historical book. However, the truth is that it offers a treasure trove of helpful tools to live a successful Christian life. 

As we approach teaching the Bible, knowledge and facts are certainly important. Information is helpful and allows one to understand the outline of the Bible and many vital things. However, we never want to look at the Bible as simply a historical textbook. As stated earlier, it reveals who God is and allows us to connect to Him. This relationship is the primary goal of all Bible study. 

Teaching Bible as a standard class early in our day helps us maintain the priority of it. However, this is not the end of it as our desire is to teach the Bible throughout our day. As we apply it to practical situations, it helps the Bible to come alive for our students. As you will also see, it provides the foundation for every other subject of teaching as well.