I Stand Here As a Teacher Called By God
I stand here, grateful to God for calling me to be a teacher
enabled to be a life-builder by His grace and love
blessed to help shape grand future with His might
privileged to lead toward enlightenment by His wisdom
upheld to meet educational needs thru His guidance!
I stand here, humbled upon receiving “Teachers’ Day” token
from pupils cheering in bliss
midst students with their satisfaction-approval
along learners showing thumbs-up signs
in a crowd of disciples clapping with jubilant mirth!
I stand here, triumphant while singing with my fellow instructors
co-labourers in the pursuit of assisting children
partners for bringing out the best from the youth
prayer-mates every time mercy is besought in nurturing minds and hearts
brethren offering support when wearied because of discipline-stress!
I stand here, appreciative as I commend my mentors
exemplars of genuine servant-leadership
role-models beyond reproach by their fervent faith and good testimony
paragons of excellence in terms of sacrifice and contentment
who walk their talk saying, “Follow me as I follow Christ*, the Master Teacher.”
*1Peter 2:21 For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps.
October 12, 2018
Happy Teachers’ Day to all teachers!
Copyright © Beata Agustin | Year Posted 2018
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