Melvin calls the church to receive the responsibility of discipling young people in rigorous study. Includes an extended discussion period.Courtesy FBEP.
The failures we see in the world and in our churches stem from a lack of character, Melvin suggests. With personal stories and direct questions, he encourages us to submit to God's dealings with us and allow Him to shape us...
The people we work with, whether patrons, teachers, students, or board members, need to be shaped by God's hand. We ourselves must have this. Melvin discusses the Bible's principles for discipleship among God's people in the...
Melvin draws lessons from leadership models of the organizations of our world. The church of Christ, too, has leadership, but the leader is motivated by a desire for the kingdom rather than selfish ambition. The first 30 minutes...
Melvin describes some of the needs that teachers should address within Anabaptist communities, and ponders the type of preparation that will best produce kingdom results. Courtesy FBEP.
The Kingdom is advanced through people with vision: those who see what ought to be, and who invest themselves to make it reality. Melvin calls us to work together with visionaries and the congregation, changing our outlook to fit...
Good and evil. Our understanding of the way this is determined determines much in our lifestyle. Melvin looks briefly at non-Christian answers to the questions of good and evil, and explains that God is the author of all good...
Melvin covers purposes of standardized tests in Christian schools, and briefly discusses criteria for choosing a test. He addresses rules for teachers and administrations in ethical testing.Courtesy FBEP.
Melvin encourages teachers of history to focus on the facts, skills, and concepts of history. Above all, says Melvin, learn and communicate the concepts that give substance to the facts of history.Courtesy FBEP.
Visioning, aligning, and motivating: these are the tasks of leadership, says Melvin, and they are the tasks of a school board. Melvin describes practical rules for effectiveness, and warns against negative patterns.Courtesy FBEP.
A Biblical understanding of education involves the humility to receive revelation, truth that comes from outside us and that is not subject to our powers of understanding.Courtesy FBEP.
Jesus used effective techniques to teach the kingdom. Melvin examines a number of those techniques, but reminds us that the underlying method of the Master is His love for His own.Courtesy FBEP.
Melvin urges teacher to go deeper than glamor and social excitement, and build defining moments into the school calendar. Brandon shares ideas for incorporating variety and quality in the school's program.Courtesy FBEP.
Identifying, Calling, and Equipping Potential Teachers
What kind of person should become a teacher? What are men's and women's strengths in the classroom? What type of preparation is most helpful for teachers? Melvin and Brandon address questions about prospective teachers.Courtesy...
