1 John 2:27 As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things and as that anointing is real, not counterfeit–just as it has taught you, remain in him.

 1 John 2:27 As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things and as that anointing is real, not counterfeit–just as it has taught you, remain in him.

Christian teachers are called by God and equipped to teach by His anointing (Holy Spirit empowerment).  As a believer in Jesus Christ, you have the Holy Spirit dwelling within you ready and willing to lead you into all truth.  In John 16:13 we read that the Holy Spirit will be your guide.  You never enter your classroom alone.  God’s Spirit goes before you to prepare the way and dwells within you to lead you minute by minute (Deuteronomy 31:8).  Unfortunately, this truth has not become a living reality for many teachers.  Too many teachers still try to separate their “jobs” from their faith.  They lean on man’s knowledge and fail to include God’s supernatural wisdom.

God’s Spirit, who has all knowledge and understanding, waits for you to ask for his assistance (Matthew 7:7-8; James 1:5-7).   He holds the “keys” to unlock learning for your students.  With His help, you can discern the students’ root problems in their educational and behavioral struggles.  You can receive creative and unusual ideas for problem solving.  He has promised to be your “ever-present help” in your time of need (Psalms 46:1; Hebrews 4:16).  Just ask and believe; with God all things are possible.  

Learn to rely on God’s anointing.  During times of stress or decisions, silently cry out to God for guidance.  He knows even your “far away” thoughts (Psalms 139:2).  You can walk into any situation with confidence if you rely on God’s Spirit to lead you.  In God, there is no conflict too great or too stressful for you to handle. You have the counselor of counselors by your side ready to advise you if you will just ask for help. 

God desires to give you, as a believer, his direction for today.  His still small voice will be there to instruct you about all things.  Learn to be sensitive to His leading.  Pray for the wisdom to walk in the anointing that God has for you and to hear his direction for today.

Dear God, Guide my thoughts and decisions throughout this week.  Open my spiritual ears to hear your still small voice. Teach me your ways and give me the wisdom to follow your direction in my classroom.