Very few things are more frustrating in the world of education than attending professional development events run or written by individuals so far removed from the classroom that the practicality of what they're presenting is largely useless. Seek First, Teach Second is a five-week devotional full of real-life stories based on real classroom experience as well as motherhood, showcasing how educators can put their faith into practice in a professional setting.
However, more than sharing a collection of heartwarming and sometimes heartbreaking tales, the overarching goal is to give teachers, specifically those serving in a public-school setting, a resource to help validate the work of their calling, reflect on their effectiveness from an eternal perspective, encourage them to capitalize on the power of prayer, and rightly prioritize their faith, their family, and the high demands of their profession.
Christian programs in public schools such as Fellowship of Christian Athletes and See You at the Pole solely focus on student leadership. While it is often assumed and expected that the adult sponsors of said programs are believers, where are they getting their Biblical leadership training? If the Church does not encourage and equip the soldiers on the front lines of the battlefield of the classroom, it's a missed opportunity to stand in the gap and intercede on behalf of these children.
