Entering God’s Classroom – Bible study
As a substitute teacher/librarian in our public schools and a Bible class instructor, I have observed that learning is a cooperative effort between the student and the instructor. This is why teachers try to get their students involved in class participation. The teacher has to do some preparation work, and the student has to do some preparation work. Together, progress is made and education occurs.
In Psalms 119:129-136, the writer suggests a similar pattern. He presents God as the teacher we are His students.
As our teacher, Gods part in our education begins by Him showing us mercy (Psalm 119:132) He guides our steps (Psalm 119:133 ) He redeems us from oppressive influences (Psalm 119:134).
As God’s students, we should enter His classroom having a mindset of eager anticipation ready to accept His teaching, guidance, and help:
“The entrance of Your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple ….. I longed for Your commandments” (Psalm 119:130-131).
In our role as students of Gods Word, we should fulfill three requirements:
- Be willing to examine Gods words for what they are teaching (Romans 12:2; cf. Acts 17:11).
- Be willing to gain and understanding from those inspired words (Ephesians 3:1-4; Ephesians 5:14-17).
- Be willing to obey His commandments (1 John 2:3-6; 1 John 5:1-3; cf. Hebrews 5:9; 1 Peter 1:22).
Brethren and friends, its time for us to enter Gods classroom ready to listen and learn from Him (1 Samuel 3:9-10). When we do, well look at our Teacher [God] with renewed love and those who are lost with renewed concern (Psalm 119:136; cf. Matthew 9:36-38; Mark 16:15; Acts 8:4).
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