Bible Integration - Session 1

Session 1: Begin with the end in mind

Session 1 Objective: 
Recognize the impetus for biblical integration lies at the heart of the Christian school’s mission.

Session 1 Introduction:
Biblical integration (i.e. - values infusion, faith learning, etc.) is at the heart of our identity as Christian schools. In this session, Michael underscores the importance of biblical integration as essential to the existence of a Christian school. 

Session 1 Video:

Session 1: Embrace & Apply

Truths About Me Activity

1. Read the verses below and complete the personalization statement for each (“I am ________________(about you) + teaching verb ____________________(about your students).
2. Choose one of your findings to encourage a colleague this week. 
   1. Genesis 1:27
   2. 2 Corinthians 5:20
   3. Ephesians 2:10
   4. 1 Peter 2:9
   5. 1 Corinthians 10:31
   6. Psalm 32:8
   7. Matthew 28:18-20
   8. Bonus: Your favorite verse

Additional Resources: 

Sacred/Secular Divide
Adewoye, Dayo. “The Sacred-Secular Split.” The Christian Mind, 23 July 2015, thechristianmindng.org/2015/07/23/the-sacred-secular-split/.

Parent Involvement & Success: 
“How Parent Involvement Leads to Student Success.” Waterford Institute, 1 Nov. 2018, www.waterford.org/education/how-parent-involvment-leads-to-student-success/.

Shalom - GotQuestions
GotQuestions.org. “What Is the Meaning of the Hebrew Word Shalom?” GotQuestions.org, 1 July 2014, www.gotquestions.org/Shalom-meaning.html.

Safety, Success, Shalom
Beerens, Dan. “Bringing Shalom to Our Teaching.” In Head, Heart, & Hands... through Classroom, Curriculum & Community..., 25 Nov. 2013, nurturingfaith.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/bringing-shalom-to-our-teaching/.

Truths About Me Activity Sample Answers: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WumadHDLw7_e3khyuForVlYlmVH1mwVQHN-GW_0jEPY/edit?usp=sharing