Finishing up an eventful week in Davao City where I had the privilege to teach 25 really great students. What makes them great? Well let's see. I piled on written assignments daily as well as required two books to be read and reflected upon in writing. And I gave them a couple quizzes. And they sat on hard seats for 20 hours during the week from 8am till noon. And to top that off many of them took a second class on leadership in the afternoon with Dr. Frank Markow. And to top that a few took a science class in the evening with Mame Linda Nortarte. And to top that, they were very engaging during the class time. I got to read their stories, their calling from God and life mission as they understand it today. Many of their stories are compelling as they've committed themselves to preparation for life-long ministry with the Jesus they love. I was humbled to say the least.
Why would God use me in this context? That's always a nagging question. But for Dr. Frank and I, we had the opportunity to share what we know, apply our academic skills and our knowledge of God's Word and ways to hungry students. Any teacher would jump at that opportunity. I continually seek after God about my part in education for my remaining 50 years of life.
I've taught two bible college level courses now - both overseas at Halls of LIfe Bible College. On this particular trip a more lasting connection may have been established between the school and the US based bible college in San Dimas. That's a prayer matter as this would open up new doors of opportunity for further education. And it begs the question for me on whether I should pursue future studies that some how leverage the cross-cultural work going on now both locally among our community of faith and the work in Mindanao. James 1:5 says that God will "gladly" fill me in on his plans for my life, so I'm asking!
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