“A must-read for Christian teachers, now in a completely revised edition!”

A completely revised edition of "Are You Walking with God in the Classroom?"—a must-read for countless teachers over the past 20 years—has been published! The role of a Christian teacher isn't simply to love and pray for children or to instill Biblical teachings in them.
This book provides a biblical perspective and practical guidance on how to apply a "Christian worldview" to the classroom and lessons, and helps you redefine your calling as a Christian teacher.


This book, the culmination of Professor Van Brummeln's tireless efforts in incorporating a Christian worldview into education and in his ongoing research into Christian classes and curriculum, will quench the thirst of teachers who have been racking their brains over what kind of teacher they should be.

As in the case of the educational philosophy of Christian schools, the overall goal of Christian education is to guide students to become responsible and responsive disciples of Jesus Christ.
A disciple is someone who understands the leader's vision and applies it to his or her daily life.
Therefore, becoming a disciple of Jesus Christ means understanding and following Christ and his vision of the kingdom of God.
Responsible disciples carry out the commands of the kingdom of God in their own lives.
Practice peace and reconciliation, love the weak and find ways to help them, and find joy through living a moral and pure life.
They do not love material possessions and are opposed to exploitative social structures.
Disciples humbly use the authority they receive from God to serve others, exercising to the fullest extent their God-given abilities to serve God and their neighbors (Matt. 5:8-9, 44; 19:21; 20:1-16, 26-28; 21:12-13; 23:8-12; 25:14-30; 2 Cor. 5:16-21).
In summary, disciples learn to walk with God in their personal lives and social callings. ---Chapter 1: "What is the nature and purpose of school?"

Unless a teacher possesses the following qualities, he cannot lead students to the truth in a genuine and effective manner.
First, you must personally dedicate yourself to Jesus Christ.
When we become new creations in Christ, our perspective and purpose change.
Jesus saved us from sin so that we could serve God and His disciples through His teachings.
The authority given to Christian teachers is the authority of service.
Seek God's guidance to guide students.
A teacher's personal commitment to Jesus Christ is the foundation for teaching students to walk in God's way and rejoice in His faithfulness.
The model of Christian living is effective only when teachers themselves commit to such a life and demonstrate this commitment in their service to their students. ---Chapter 2 "What is Christian Teaching?"

The starting point for thinking about student assessment is that assessment is an essential part of learning.
Therefore, as with all learning, the purpose of assessment is to help students acquire knowledge, discernment, competence, and responsibility as disciples of Jesus Christ.
This means assessing in a way that promotes meaningful learning and develops students' gifts.
It also includes helping people acquire knowledge, develop discernment, become competent and proactive individuals, and develop the character to practice biblical beliefs and values.
All of this shows that assessment is more than asking students to memorize information and demonstrate specific skills.
Evaluation is more than just assigning scores.
Teachers use assessments to praise student achievement and help students who struggle with learning. ---Chapter 5: "How Do We Assess to Improve Learning?"

Providing optimal learning in an inclusive classroom requires differentiating learning strategies tailored to the needs of diverse students.
While individualized learning isn't new, it's gaining renewed attention as teachers realize that not all students think, learn, solve, and create in the same way or at the same pace.
While it may be appropriate and effective to teach the entire class at once, it should be supplemented by providing specific students with a variety of learning activities or assignments that vary in level.
Even if the basic knowledge, concepts, skills, and values ​​that teachers want to impart to students remain the same, they should vary the types and difficulty of learning activities to encourage a sense of challenge in high-achieving students and prevent students with weaker learning abilities from becoming frustrated.
Teachers should provide all students with opportunities to utilize and demonstrate their individual strengths. ---Chapter 7 "How Can We Include and Support Diverse Learners?"

If you choose to become a teacher, you have chosen a noble profession.
However, becoming a teacher does not mean that you have reached your destination; you are only at the starting point of your journey.
This journey will be a thrilling one.
Sometimes you will feel a simple sense of accomplishment, and other times you will feel a tremendous amount of effort.
After a few years, you may be able to look back on the path you have taken.
I pray that you can look back with pride on the path you have walked.
You will feel fulfilled in your journey as you feel the Holy Spirit of the Lord coming upon you and guiding you and your students.
“The Spirit of the Lord will rest on you, the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord” (Isaiah 11:2).
May the joy of the Lord be your strength as you, the teacher, and your students walk together in harmony.

---「Conclusion: "Education as a Journey"」