The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it. – Genesis 2:15
Many of us are heading back to school this week or next week. And going back to school might be something you’re really excited about. Others, probably dread the idea of going back to tests, assignments, and schoolwork. Regardless of your feelings about school, we can try to look at school as a way we can be good stewards.
In the beginning, God placed Adam in the garden to take care of it. Basically, God gave Adam a purpose in taking care of the world God created. This calling God gave Adam also applies to us. Part of our job here on earth is to take care of God’s world.
So how does that tie in to school? Well, by learning about God’s world through the core subjects during school, you are really learning to take care of God’s world. The study of science can often help you understand God’s creation better. In learning more about God’s creation, God can show you ways that you can take care of His world. Learning history helps you learn where we are at in God’s timeline, and gain wisdom from the mistakes and victory of others throughout time.
School isn’t always going to be fun, but it is purposeful when you begin to realize that learning can help you take better care of God’s world. So as you start your school year, realize that God has called you to care for His world. As you study, begin to look for ways that you can help care for the world and others around you. Having that mindset will help you have a more purposeful year this school year.
