Episode 58: (RenewRec) Two “Ism” Books

Written By Noah Brink

Regardless of the grades we teach and Even if the words themselves don't show up in our regular practice, Christian teachers must be aware of the worldviews competing not only for our students' attention, but for our own as well. This not only helps us better connect with and shepherd our students, but it also helps us to properly diagnose inconsistencies in our own practice so we can be more aligned with foundational Christian commitments.

Host Noah Brink recommends two books to help Christian school teachers understand the most significant, contemporary worldviews (the "isms). The first of which (*The Universe Next Door* by James W. Sire) does a wonderful job of defining and offering a response to these worldviews, and the second book (*The Best Things in Life* by Peter Kreeft) helps us understand these worldviews through a contemporary dialogue.

Find the books Here:

The Universe Next Door

The Best Things in Life

Jesus Above School 

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Noah Brink

Noah has been involved in Christian education for over forty years, both as an alumnus K-12 and college and for over twenty years in various teacher, coach, and administrative roles. Noah’s greatest passion is in training faculty to develop their ability to see all things in light of Jesus and His gospel and He just published his first book on Christian education, Jesus Above School. Noah and his wife, Katie, have three children who are currently flourishing in a beloved Christian school.

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