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From the Inside Out: Love as the Center Point. Diane J. Chandler Regent University Faculty Retreat September 9, 2011. Overview. Goal of Christian education : love Priority in distance education : loving students Strengthening of spiritual rhythms : loving God.
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From the Inside Out:Love as the Center Point Diane J. Chandler Regent University Faculty Retreat September 9, 2011
Overview • Goal of Christian education:love • Priority in distance education:loving students • Strengthening of spiritual rhythms:loving God
Goal of Christian Education: Love • Instruction and academic pursuits in Christian higher education are not ends in themselves, but rather means of serving the final end of godly love through shaping of a strong identity in Christ.
Priority in Distance Education: Loving Students • Fostering intentional connectedness. • Taking notes from the apostle Paul. • Offering specifics.
Strengthening Spiritual Rhythms: Loving God • Loving God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mk 12:30). • Remaining attached to the vine (Jn 15). • Strengthening one specific spiritual rhythm this year.