#2 If we focus on the training of our children and decide to remove them from secular schools, are we not abandoning the unsaved children left behind?
Absolutely not! We must approach this arena as we do any mission field. Certainly there are Christian teachers who have a special call to teach in public schools. I was one of those who took seriously my opportunity to be salt and light for kids who were loss and hurting. I will miss these kids! Many other adults use their God-given abilities to lead school clubs such as Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Young Life. Some sponsor fifth-quarter get-togethers after ball games. I would encourage churches to hire a youth leader who has as his number one responsibility the outreach into secular schools. Many churches are involved with successful after-school tutoring programs. Others have chosen to become active in the political arena in an effort to effect change in local schools. Special occasions should be set aside for the commissioning of all those who serve Christ in this way. Christians must not abandon public schools! But I will not give them my children! God has entrusted them to me.
