The teacher may then take the natural role as discipler, as co-learner, as both authority, habit-builder, and fellow pilgrim in this journey of faith and learning. The idea to keep in mind (and heart) is a theological one that has immense implications for educators: Both we and our students are fallen creatures who will continue in the lifelong battle of flesh against Spirit. For the children and students, the teacher’s role as godly mentor and keeper of accountability (a bit like Miss Mason and her young teachers) becomes for his charges a spiritual and necessary relationship.
