"I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD"

In honor of a new month, Mrs. O'Dell and I have decorated a new bulletin board in the hallway. Looking back this year, we have been so blessed to go on multiple field trips. We have traveled to the Tennessee Aquarium and took a stroll down to the Governor's mansion. We have even made our way to Savannah and St. Simon's Island to learn more about Georgia's rich history.

Although we are blessed to experience these trips, there is a deeper meaning at work. Mrs. O'Dell and I were reminded of the verse found in John 8:12 "I am the light of the world; he who follows Me willnot walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of Life." Like the verse states, Christ came to this earth to bring light into a very dark place. Without Him we have no hope. It is so amazing that we can connect our class field trips to this verse. Christ is our light, but he has also given us a command. In Matthew 5: 14-16 God then speaks to us by saying, "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." We are putting this into practice as we are ambassadors for Christ on every trip. It is such a joy to teach the children that wherever we go, whatever we do, we are to shine the light God has given us to people we meet. What a valuable lesson for eight and nine year olds... and even teachers! I love that the Lord is using The Heiskell School's third grade to share His love and hope to people of all ages!