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Why is it important to teach Scripture to children?
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The truth is so vital. That when emotions and feelings are strong and overwhelming, it helps to have the Scripture in our hearts and minds. To refer to the Scripture, to conquer the emotions and feelings with truth allows the students to grow in Christ.
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When the Word of God is taught to a child the resolve to live for God can take root and strengthen faith. A faith that is saving, and able to best withstand any worldly opposition.
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They need to hide the Word in the hearts just as much as any adult. It’s easier to memorize as a child and the verses will be in the memory, even if they choose to walk away from God. The seed needs to planted.
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Scripture gives children the tools they need to understand the world in the right way, the way to have right relationship with God, and to know how to fight back against the lies and attacks of the enemy they encounter in their lives and the world, in the same way that Jesus did when He was tempted in the wilderness. It helps them understand how God wants them to live their lives at home, in the classroom, when they are out with their friends, and in life after they graduate school.
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Children need to understand God’s truth so that it becomes their lens for seeing the world. They must understand that classroom behavior expectations stem from God’s guidelines for Christian behavior and as essentials for a faithful walk with God. They must also understand that learning is one of the things God will use to prepare them to use the unique gifts He has given them to serve Him and bring Him glory.