Perry G. DownsChristian education begins where evangelism ends, helping believers grow in their faith.
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Christian education begins where evangelism ends, helping believers grow in their faith. This quote is a great reminder for parents and teachers to teach their children and students about the Christian faith. In this quote, Dr. Margaret E.
Kloos suggests that the "raising up" of a child should take place in the context of helping believers grow in their faith. Dr. Kloos stresses that parents and teachers should not launch into religious instruction or proselytization until after they have helped children develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be confident in their Christian beliefs and values.
Source: Teaching For Spiritual Growth: An Introduction To Christian Education
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