Wednesday, April 20, 2005

Discipleship Education

This well-thought out article, though lengthly, is definitely worth the read! Jonathan Lindvall brings up many good points about the true nature of homeschooling. His discussion of a Scriptural based methodology goes beyond simply implementing a Bible study program and will empower parents to step out and define homeschooling according to their interpretation of God's Word and their own convictions.

I would add, I think Matthew 6:33 is a terrific scripture to build your homeschooling philosophy on: "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be added unto you."

An exerpt from the article:
We use the curriculum methodology we call "Discipleship." In "discipleship" the emphasis is not on content, but rather on relationship. If we have scriptural content, but unscriptural methodology, we will find ourselves continually struggling and defeated. If we embrace the curriculum revealed in God's word, we walk in fulfillment, peace, and joy. And the result (fruit) of faithfully following the Lord's design is pleasing (and glorifying to God).

Enjoy!