Shine a light as a Christian teacher in a public school

Today’s culture is increasingly unfriendly toward Christianity in schools.

It’s hard to be a Christian teacher in a public school today. The debate over faith and prayer in schools has created ripple effects for both students and teachers. Many Jesus-followers live in fear of losing their job if they speak up about their faith.

How do you follow the rules set by your administrators and still obey God? How do you respect authority while making a difference for Christ?

Scripture gives some guidance for Christian teachers: “Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us” (Titus 2:7-8, ESV). What does that look like in practice?

10 ways to live out your faith as a teacher

You can go to school each day with courage and joy — and make an impact. It’s not about starting a Bible study during lunch or quietly passing out tracts. It’s about living and working authentically as a Christ-follower in word and action.

In this guide, hear from other Christian teachers who have struggled with the same challenges you face in the classroom.

Download your free copy to get 10 practical suggestions that will help you:

• Live and love like Jesus among your students and coworkers.
• Create a positive classroom culture where students feel valued.
• Courageously obey Christ without losing your job.

Get creative with more ideas

These 10 tips are just the beginning. As you start implementing the ideas in this PDF, you’ll come up with more ways to bring God’s love to life in your classroom. Whatever fits you and your classroom, do it with love for the glory of God. No more blending in. Stand out for Christ and let his light shine through you.