Discussion Thread: Call to Reach All
Sylvia Sessoms
Liberty University
EDUC 644
Professor Dunnick
04/20/2023
The major objective of this course is a “call to reach all” of America’s students. Using what
has already been learned in this course, please integrate some scripture that supports our
call as Christians to work with a diverse population.
Galatians 3:28
(New International Version)
There is neither Jew or Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are
all one in Christ Jesus.
(New Living Translation)
There is no longer Jew or Gentile, slave or free, male and female, For you are all one in Jesus
Christ.
During this course I’ve acquired the knowledge and understanding of the implications that come
with diversity. As well as the practice of creating an environment in which every individual feels
valued, accepted, and respected regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, or economic status.
Furthermore, as a school administrator and one who follows the path of Christianity, its “my
call” to treat everyone equally, as we are “all one in Jesus Christ.” (Galatians 3:28, New Living
Translation) Diversity and equality are important principles in every operation, especially
education. These principles along with equitable education ensure that all students have the same
access and opportunities to educational resources despite their economic status, race, or ethnicity.
Discussion Thread Replies: Call to Reach All
Sylvia Sessoms
Liberty University
EDUC 644
Professor Dunnick
04/22/2023
Good evening, Jason.
Once I read the third sentence of your discussion post, I was instantly intrigued. I found your
statement in which you said, “We have the unique experience of living in the melting pot of the
world, as Americans” very thought provoking. In my opinion, it was very accurate statement as
well as a unique interpretation of our current situation as Americans. Furthermore, your belief
that it is our mission to share the love of Christ and meet individuals where they are at is a
commendable ambition. I believe that in often cases, those who practice Christian faith
sometimes hold individuals to an unreasonable standard. Moreover, you made very compelling
testimony to support your belief. In which you said, Jesus met people where they were at and
changed them rather than expecting them to already come changed. My only criticism of your
belief is that it could be misinterpreted…... it could give the implication that your goal is to
convert others or change their individuality as a whole…. I don’t believe that was your intention,
but I can definitely see others interpreting it that way… Overall, you made a very well thought
out discussion, and I’m excited to read your thoughts and views on upcoming discussions. God
bless.
Good evening, Craig.
Upon reading many these discussion posts, I’ve noticed a commonality among many of them.
This commonality is mention of America being a melting pot, in which it has become a home to
many of different backgrounds, race, and ethnicities. Which I believe provides us with a great
opportunity to welcome and embrace diversity, as you mentioned in your post. Moreover, I like
the connection you made between Christ welcoming all and us as educators welcoming all our
students in our classroom. Additionally, you made very good use of scriptures in your as well.
Specifically, James 2:1-5, which says, “My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in
our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory. For if a man wearing a gold ring and fine clothing
comes into your assembly, and a poor man in shabby clothing also comes in, and if you pay
attention to the one who wears the fine clothing and say, “You sit here in a good place,” while
you say to the poor man, “You stand over there,” or, “Sit down at my feet,” have you not then
made distinctions among yourselves and become judges with evil thoughts?” This was an
excellent correlation to the theme of diversity.
