3 Important Things the Bible Says About Education
By Rod Dreher
Rawlings School of Divinity
CLED 720: Biblical & Theological Foundations of Education
Genevieve Hamer
July 4, 2022
3 Important Things the Bible Says About Education
As Christians, God should be at the center of our lives, meaning we should consider Him in
everything we do. If you’ll be off to college soon, there are a few lessons that are helpful to
learn before you get to campus. Let’s see what the Bible says about furthering your education.
1. It’s more valuable than material things
Proverbs 16:16 says that having wisdom and understanding is better than having silver or
gold. Nice and expensive items can be enjoyable, but there are very few things in life that can
never be taken away, will never go out of style, and that truly make you a better person. An
education is one of those things. Yes, we all go to college with the intention of getting great jobs
and starting successful careers, but earning a degree offers much more than financial benefits.
It enriches your mind and opens the door to new people, places, and ways of thinking. Don’t
focus so heavily on the monetary perks of obtaining a degree that you overlook the most
significant ones.
2. Study hard and prove yourself
2 Timothy 2:15 tells us that we should study and show God that we understand truth. This
verse refers to knowing God’s word and being able to point out false teachings and
philosophies, but it applies to education as well. As a student, you should indulge yourself in
your work and be the best you can be. Take your classes seriously by preparing for them and
staying a step ahead in your work. Four years can go by pretty quickly, and when it’s all over,
you want to look back knowing that you gave it your all.
3. Always put God first
Matthew 6:33 says that above all things in our lives, we should seek God, and everything
else will be provided for us. As important as education is, it should never come before your
relationship with God. When we put Him in front of all of our concerns and ahead of everything
we do, we can trust that He’ll look out for the other things. As the semester gets going, you’ll
quickly realize that college requires hard work and more of your time. It’s okay to feel
overwhelmed, but always take time to talk to God. Encourage yourself with prayer and reading
the Bible. From high school to college and beyond, life is full of times that challenge us and
demand us to be at our best. Never forget that God is near, He’s willing to listen, and He’s able
to help.
