The End Then of Learning…
“The end then of learning is to repair the ruins of our first parents by regaining to know God aright, and out of that knowledge to love him, to imitate him, to be like him, as we may the nearest by possessing our souls of true virtue, which being united to the heavenly grace of faith makes up […]
The Theology of Rest
In the academic world, most people are in a full sprint to the end. While the first few weeks of the school year are busy, the air is filled with excitement as families set out on a new adventure. Conversely, the final weeks are run by weary families straining for the finish line. At the […]
Singing Truth: Music, Scripture, and the Practice of Self-Control
“Take my life, and let it be consecrated, Lord, to Thee; Take my moments and mydays, let them flow in ceaseless praise.” Music and Scripture are deeply connected, as both reflect the order, beauty, and truth of God’s creation. In the Classical Christian framework, music is not only a skill but a means of shaping […]
Appreciating Beauty: An Avenue to Worship
Every generation has wrestled with the worldview shaping questions: What is true? What is good? What is worth loving? In a day and age where truth is treated as subjective, morality as personal preference, and beauty as trivialized, distorted, or reduced to surface appearance, Christians often struggle to articulate their faith in a culture whose assumptions are incompatible with […]
The Lost Art of Perseverance in a Comfort-Addicted World
Perseverance – to not quit. This is the character trait for the month of January at our school and sort of a hallmark virtue of Providence Preparatory Academy. But as I observe our modern world, I’m convinced that perseverance has become something of an anomaly, an exception to the rule in a culture increasingly addicted […]
Gratitude: The Catalyst of Generosity
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17 Our staff are deeply grateful for the blessing and privilege of teaching and discipling children of PPA. Out of gratitude for God’s generosity to us, we […]
A Principled Approach to A.I. and Education
Artificial Intelligence has transformed the way people do business and find information. Responses to this latest technology have varied from fearful avoidance to unbridled acceptance. Feelings aside, a simple evaluation of its capabilities would impress even the greatest skeptic. Parents and schools must employ wisdom and discernment as they consider how to engage with this new technology. Fortunately, the LORD promises to provide it to those […]
Humility
In the Old Testament, the mention of humility in Deuteronomy 8 carries with it the notion of destitution, especially before the gaze of the mighty God. Pharaoh felt this powerful look in Exodus and yet did not humble himself or bow down in reverence. The Bible uses the word “humbled” to describe the state of a […]
Gleaning From the Story
There is a mistaken idea in our world that all that matters are the facts. We have a tendency to distill information down to bullet points and headlines and end up ripping away (or ignoring) context and nuance to fit into our 160 character reality. We are running short on attention to give these days […]
Character Development Through Physical Activity
It’s easy to Google the benefits of physical activity and come across the usual suspects: enhanced bone health, improved cardiovascular function, strengthened muscles and coordination, and a reduced risk of chronic diseases. However, let’s delve deeper and explore the benefits that extend beyond our physical health. Beyond transforming our physical well-being, exercise and sports play […]
