Understanding God's World and Preparing for the Future

 "Humans alone are created as rational beings in the image of God, capable of a relationship with God and given by him the capacity to understand the universe in which we live."

--John Lennox, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford

Science and faith are not mutually exclusive; in fact, they go hand in hand. In fact, Roger Bacon, formulator of the scientific method, was a Franciscan friar. In our science lessons, our students are learning to ask questions, to research, to investigate, and ultimately to give glory to God for the wonders of his creation.

 This week, T1 investigated magnetism. They were intrigued, and sometimes surprised, to discover which objects were attracted by magnets.

In our math lessons, as they learn to count, to work with numbers, and to apply mathematical principles, the students are learning about the orderliness of God's creation.                                            

                                                                       

At various times during the day ----at Free Centers time, in the STEAM lab, or when they finish their work early----the students have opportunities to explore and to build. In this way, we're nurturing our future inventors, builders, and engineers.

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As beings created in God's image, we have the capacity to understand his universe. There's another aspect of being created "in the image of God;" like our Heavenly Father, we, too, can be creative. As the children learn about God's creation, they use their creativity and imagination to express delight and appreciation for the world he's given us. 

The students are learning to use technology. If it's used wisely, technology can be a tool for making our world a better place. I've been listening to talks by John Lennox, mathematician and Christian apologist. He discussed his new book, 2084, which deals with the advantages and disadvantages of  technological advances such as Artificial Intelligence. One thing is certain: the world is changing rapidly, and our children need to be prepared.

 As we teach our children about Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics, we are equipping them for the future. These kids are learning to be investigators, inventors, and imagineers, deep thinkers and problem solvers. And they're learning to see the world from a biblical perspective and to develop a faith that will be their anchor in the midst of change.