As we deal with HB2827, I am reminded why I homeschool from a Christian perspective. The older I get, the more of my weaknesses and sin I see. Realize, much of the sin has always been there; I just didn’t see it. God, in His grace, reminds me how much more I need to grow. The older I get, the more I realize John’s words are true; I can do nothing of myself. The older I get, the more I see that prayer is that which I should do most.
Recently, I’ve dealt with a few homeschoolers who are going through challenging seasons. There may be sickness, children’s apathy toward their education, outright rebellion, and, of course, HB2827, pushed by well-intending people who don’t have a clue about the glory of homeschooling.
While I try to work hard at all that I do, there are times when I just have to stand back and go to God. I realize some homeschool for academic success and other homeschool because it fits into their life schedule better. Me? I homeschool because I need God’s blessing to shore up all my weak attempts.
As we address HB2827, it is good that we meet, call, and/or email our state representatives and senators. Some representatives realize what a terrible encroachment this is on our parental rights and are now circulating petitions. The link for one such petition is attached here (https://www.ilhousegop.org/davis_homeschool_petition) This should be signed in addition to calls that you have already made.
Most of all, however, we need to cry out to God for help in our season of trouble. A few scriptures I am praying include:
- Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. –Psalms 20:7
- The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord. –Proverbs 21:31
- The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord, Like the rivers of water; He turns it wherever He wishes. –Proverbs 21:1
So if you want to maintain our present level of freedoms:
- Pray the above scriptures and pray for those who have submitted this bad bill
- Email, visit, or call your state representative and state senator
- Fill out the petition
- Try to come to Cherry Pie Day and encourage others to come too
- Stay tuned to ICHE’s newsletter and social media outlets to stay up to date on what is happening
Sometimes we get so busy doing, we forget to be still and know that He is God. May God reveal His glory to all the homeschoolers and private schoolers.
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