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How does your understanding of mankind’s fallen nature impact your work in the classroom?
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Our fallen nature points to our need for a Savior. We can’t do it all on our own and require the Holy Spirit to guide us. This impacts my classroom, because it is important that children understand that they weren’t designed to be able to “do it all on their own.”
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I teach Bible so it is infused in every lesson as we talk about the redemptive work of Christ that is necessary because of mankind’s fallen nature. It also allows me to give warnings and allow the students to grow and mature throughout the year and not expect perfection from a student who is not perfect. It also allows me to be real with my students and when I make a mistake own it.
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As a Bible teacher it has a direct impact on every lesson taught as the redemption of mankind is a focal point.
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Understanding mankind’s fallen nature provides a framework for understanding students’ poor choices. We aren’t surprised by sin in the world — or even in our own lives; we should not be surprised by sin in our students. It’s important to consider sin as God would — treating it seriously, but with a goal of restoration.
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Recognizing that we all fall short of the glory of God helps me to remember that none of us are perfect. We all make mistakes and expecting perfection only brings disappointment and frustration.