Church Staff devotions: Faith Teachers - Psalm 102 v28

Psalm 102:28  “The children of your servants will live in your presence; their descendants will be established before you.”

I think that my favorite type of Christians are the Sunday School teachers in every church who give of their time, talents, energy and enthusiasm in wonderful ways that spiritually enrich young lives and help them grow in faith. It’s a tremendous gift and I am thankful to God that in all of the churches that I have worshipped and served, the Sunday School teachers have been excellent role models and reliable people.

When I reflect upon my own journey of faith, I quickly realize that my knowledge of God and faith in Christ were seeded long ago by Sunday School teachers. What they taught me from the Bible took root in the depths of my soul, so that when I was at the lowest point in my life, my faith sprung up and enabled me to overcome addiction, alienation, and attempted suicide.

Therefore today, I give thanks for both my own Sunday School teachers and the gifted and dedicated people who continue Christ’s teaching ministry by presenting, sharing, and explaining to the youngsters in their classes.

Personal Reflection Question:          Who were the teachers of faith in my life that influenced me spiritually?

Prayer:                        Lord Jesus, You taught people all about God and especially took time to positively influence and personally bless the young ones who were brought to You. Thank You for being patient with them and showing us how important it is to teach the next generation about real faith. Bless the teachers of our churches whose faith-inspiring ways plant seeds in the hearts and minds of our children that will help them in the years to come. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.

John Stuart is the pastor of Erin Presbyterian Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. If you would like to comment on today’s message, please send him an email to pastor@erinpresbyterian.org.