Some teachers and boards of education feel uncomfortable emphasizing friends and relationships. They feel that if fellowship and interpersonal growth become the primary goals, education gets out of balance and Christ may be lost in the process. Yet the community of saints is a gift from God, who blesses each student with friends who help him or her grow in a healthy context for learning. A firm but fair environment. However, one of the greatest challenges for teachers is classroom discipline.
Students learn more in, and also enjoy, a firm environment.
Uniform rules are helpful guidelines, but the personal nature of each student should also be taken into consideration. They need the love of Christ, who died so that they might live. May God bless each classroom with teachers and educational ministries that strive to make this a priority. 2000 Concordia Publishing House. Our Life in Christ, Superintendents Helper, Vol.