PASSING ON THE BATON, NO. 17 - A GODLY EDUCATION

Men, in my humble opinion, be it worth what it may, homeschooled children are in general more advanced in many ways than their counterparts in the state education system. Even in SAT exams it appears that in general, homeschool students do better, especially if they have been provided with a top notch curriculum. In many other important areas they are preserved from the negatives of the state system. To name a few . . .

1. FOOLISNESS AND DISTRACTIONS IN THE OVER-CROWDED CLASSROOM
This can often result in hindered and impaired learning. The smaller the student class, the easier to get attention and accomplishment,.

2. THE SUBTLE IMMERSION OF LIBERAL/HUMANISTIC AGENDA
They are taught evolution which questions the validity of the Bible and therefore questions the existence of God. The intrusion of liberal morality influences students to alternative lifestyles.

3. THE INFLUENCE OF UNGODLY TEACHERS
There are still many godly teachers in the state system, but there are also many who live lifestyles that are contradictory to the faith of the student's parents, or even the student. Even if they are excellent teachers on the subject matter, they cannot help but pass on to their students a worldly influence or ungodly impression which is counterproductive to growth in godliness.

4. THE NEGATIVE INFLUENCE OF NON-CHRISTIAN AND WORLDLY PEERS.
This becomes a stronger influence on the student than the parents. Who do you think should have the most powerful influence over your children?

5. THE INABILITY OF STATE SCHOOL CHILDREN TO RELATE TO ADULTS
This is the result of the class room "same age" mentality. As a twelve year old, Jesus spent time with the "doctors of the law, both hearing them and asking them questions" (Luke 2:42-47). As wise parents we need to encourage our children to be more involved with the wisdom of the wise and older ones.

To be continued.

Be encouraged.

Colin Campbell