Forty Days of Prayer for Education: Day 4

Section 1- Prepare Your Heart

THE FEAR OF THE LORD

Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom.   

Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.          

- Proverbs 9:10 NLT

Fear:  "respect, reverence, piety"

Every educator has to go through training in order to be qualified to teach or lead.  We learn through college level classes, the advice of our mentors, and more than often from our mistakes.  It goes without saying that the best teacher is often the best student; one who is always learning and eager to listen.  

However, even with all of the book knowledge and "get knocked down, stand back up" experience we may attain, it will never compare to having the wisdom which comes from above.  This God given wisdom only comes from having "respect, reverence, and piety" for God.  

Our prayer for today is for us as educators to develop and maintain the fear of the Lord. Because we are not only His representatives, but also His change agents, we must be mindful of our words, what we look at and what we listen to.  When this is developed in us we will better be able protect what we allow our in our classrooms and schools which can negatively influence our students and coworkers.

Join with us and pray our prepared prayer on page 12 of the Forty Days of Prayer for Education or pray independently from our focus scripture, Proverbs 9:10 NLT. 

Afterwards, take some time to just listen for Jesus' voice as you ask Him to alter what you say, hear and see to show your respect for His sovereignty and holiness .

Please enjoy this song entitled, "Lord, You're Holy", by Prestonwood Baptist Church choir and orchestra.

The Lord is with you and you are loved,

Toni