There’s a tendency in education today toward specialization, even at the K-12 level. I saw an article the other day referring to a move as early as middle school in pressing children toward focusing …
The Silver Bullet
My youngest daughter is a senior in high school, and entering the second semester of her senior year has me both nostalgic and reflective. Some days I wish I could turn back time– those nights …
Thanksgiving In All
When the Lord revealed to us that the theme for this year should be “Growing in Gratefulness,” I knew that it would be tailor made for this season of the year. As I think about Thanksgiving, I …
A Community of Giving
When I hear people talk about the school community at Grace, the word I hear so often described is “family.” I really do believe people believe that, and feel that they are a part of something bigger …
What Does Love Require?
I had a friend ask me a question the other day regarding an issue involving a student situation, and how to handle it. The question has been haunting me ever since: “What does love require?” As …
Digital Dilemma
I once heard Christian author Andy Crouch speak at a conference. He made a very interesting observation. He was discussing idols, in both their ancient and modern forms. Crouch noted that an idol …