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October 4, 2023
Title: October 5, 2023: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
We should all carry kindness, compassion, love, and an unfailing commitment to
share God’s Truth with others – even students in public school.
Emerson Collins has all the details about the 9th Annual Bring Your Bible to
School Day on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
Click here to register.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is Bring Your Bible to School Day an effective witnessing tool?
Does Bring Your Bible to School Day highlight two of the most important freedoms
that we have in this life?
Why should students register for Bring Your Bible to School Day? Click the link
above to register.
Are there personal testimonies from students about their experience
participating in Bring Your Bible to School Day? Emerson shares several touching
stories…
Is our culture searching and hurting for truth? The theme verse for the 9th
Annual Bring Your Bible to School Day is John 17:17 “Sanctify them in the truth;
your Word is truth.”
Why should churches become involved in Bring Your Bible to School Day?
What other resources are available at the website for Bring Your Bible to School
Day?
Click
here
to help support Bring Your Bible to School Day, a division of
Focus on the
Family.
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September 26, 2023
Title: October 5, 2023: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
We should all carry kindness, compassion, love, and an unfailing commitment to
share God’s Truth with others – even students in public school.
Emerson Collins has all the details about the 9th Annual Bring Your Bible to
School Day on Thursday, October 5, 2023.
Click here to register.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is Bring Your Bible to School Day an effective witnessing tool?
Does Bring Your Bible to School Day highlight two of the most important freedoms
that we have in this life?
Why should students register for Bring Your Bible to School Day? Click the link
above to register.
Are there personal testimonies from students about their experience
participating in Bring Your Bible to School Day? Emerson shares several touching
stories…
Is our culture searching and hurting for truth? The theme verse for the 9th
Annual Bring Your Bible to School Day is John 17:17 “Sanctify them in the truth;
your Word is truth.”
Why should churches become involved in Bring Your Bible to School Day?
What other resources are available at the website for Bring Your Bible to School
Day?
Click
here
to help support Bring Your Bible to School Day, a division of
Focus on the
Family.
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July 14, 2023
Title: Being Free in Christ
Topic: Christian Apologetics
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Galatians 5:1 “For
freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to
a yoke of slavery.”
Emerson Collins serves as the project manager for
Bring Your Bible to School Day and the Live it
Challenge, both projects of Focus on the Family. Today, Emerson offers insight
into what freedom in Christ and freedom from sin truly mean.
Click here for more
information about Bring Your Bible to School Day.
Click here for more information about the
Live
it Challenge.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Unlike many countries around the world, we are free in America. What does this
mean to Emerson?
In the Galatians verse, what does “slavery” mean? (Hebrews 12:1)
What is wrong with the “if it feels good, do it” mentality that so many in
America have today? Emerson explains why he says: “The freedom in Christ is
actually the freedom to obey.”
Being a Christian is hard. Accepting Jesus doesn’t make our life “perfect”. Is
this why it is important to study our Bible and make life changes? (Romans
13:12-14)
How did the death of Jesus on the cross free us from the “yoke of slavery”?
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June 26, 2023
Title: Being Free in Christ
Topic: Christian Apologetics
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Galatians 5:1 “For
freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to
a yoke of slavery.”
Emerson Collins serves as the project manager for
Bring Your Bible to School Day and the Live it
Challenge, both projects of Focus on the Family. Today, Emerson offers insight
into what freedom in Christ and freedom from sin truly mean.
Click here for more
information about Bring Your Bible to School Day.
Click here for more information about the
Live
it Challenge.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Unlike many countries around the world, we are free in America. What does this
mean to Emerson?
In the Galatians verse, what does “slavery” mean? (Hebrews 12:1)
What is wrong with the “if it feels good, do it” mentality that so many in
America have today? Emerson explains why he says: “The freedom in Christ is
actually the freedom to obey.”
Being a Christian is hard. Accepting Jesus doesn’t make our life “perfect”. Is
this why it is important to study our Bible and make life changes? (Romans
13:12-14)
How did the death of Jesus on the cross free us from the “yoke of slavery”?
Click here to help
support Focus on the Family.
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May 1, 2023
Title: National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 4, 2023
Topic: National Day of Prayer
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Should believers boldly pray for our political and spiritual leaders?
Emerson Collins serves as the project manager for Bring Your Bible to School Day and
Live it Challenge, both projects of Focus on the Family. Today, Emerson shares how we can all be involved in the
National Day of Prayer – even kids and teenagers.
Click
here for more information about the
National Day of Prayer.
Click here for more information about
Bring Your Bible to School Day.
Click here for more information about
Focus on the Family.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Is the National Day of Prayer dedicated to praying for our nation? Emerson explains that it is not only a day set aside to specifically pray for our nations’ leaders, but for our churches and church leaders, as well.
How important is prayer during this age of turmoil and chaos?
How can kids and teens be involved in the National Day of Prayer?
Do many public schools highlight the National Day of Prayer? Emerson encourages students to talk to their principal and organize a rally, school announcement, or other event for the
National Day of Prayer.
Why should older generations pray for the youth across America?
What is Bring Your Bible to School Day? Emerson shares about their new 3-step plan for students. Click
here for more resources.
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Title: Prayer
Topic: Prayer
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Dear Gracious and Loving Heavenly Father,
Lord, I am so thankful for your goodness towards us here in this country that I even have the opportunity to pray protected by our legal system – by my rights. Lord, that is not an opportunity that is available in many other countries. So, I thank you for that.
Lord, I lift up the National Day of Prayer to you. I ask, Lord, that you would encourage many Christians across this nation, Father, to be a bold light for Christ and a witness to those who have not yet seen him or known him.
Lord, I pray for our leaders. I ask, God, that you would bring conviction where conviction is needed and bring encouragement where encouragement is needed. Lord, may you be glorified in how we run this country.
Lord I also pray for the youth – this next generation rising up. Lord, I ask firstly that they would know you and they would know you intimately, that Christ would reign supreme in their hearts. And that they would desire to see him lifted on high. And, Lord, I ask that you would protect them from the evil one who seeks to kill and destroy. Lord, protect our youth, I ask in Jesus’ name.
Lord, I also pray that you would equip them on the National Day of Prayer to encourage their friends and their families to partake in this event and to love you more, Father, that you may receive all the glory.
I pray this in your name, Jesus Christ.
Amen
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October 3, 2022
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 6, 2022
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Emerson Collins is the Project Manager for Bring Your Bible to
School Day and Live it Challenges at Focus on the Family.
Today he gives details about the 2022 Bring Your Bible to School Day on
Thursday, October 6.
Click here for
all the information you need to know about “Bring Your Bible to School Day”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Why does Emerson take his Bible everywhere he goes? Emerson explains what the
Bible means to him and why he shares his Bible with others – even when people
give him strange looks for doing so.
Are hundreds of thousands of students expected to share their faith through “Bring
Your Bible to School Day” this October?
Has “Bring Your Bible to School Day” been a success in years past?
Emerson encourages college students, parents, students – anyone! – to “take
their Bible” everywhere they go all the time!
Why should students sign up for “Bring Your Bible to School Day”? Click
here for details on how you can win one of five “Live Your Faith”
packages, which includes over $500 in prizes!
What are the “Live It Challenges”? Click
here to
sign up for text alerts.
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September 21, 2022
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 6, 2022
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Emerson Collins
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Emerson Collins is the Project Manager for Bring Your Bible to
School Day and Live it Challenges at Focus on the Family.
Today he gives details about the 2022 Bring Your Bible to School Day on
Thursday, October 6.
Click here for
all the information you need to know about “Bring Your Bible to School Day”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Why does Emerson take his Bible everywhere he goes? Emerson explains what the
Bible means to him and why he shares his Bible with others – even when people
give him strange looks for doing so.
Are hundreds of thousands of students expected to share their faith through “Bring
Your Bible to School Day” this October?
Has “Bring Your Bible to School Day” been a success in years past?
Emerson encourages college students, parents, students – anyone! – to “take
their Bible” everywhere they go all the time!
Why should students sign up for “Bring Your Bible to School Day”? Click
here for details on how you can win one of five “Live Your Faith”
packages, which includes over $500 in prizes!
What are the “Live It Challenges”? Click
here to
sign up for text alerts.
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October 5, 2021
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day – October 7, 2021
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Bret Eckelberry
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
1 Timothy 4:12: “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.” (ESV)
Bret Eckelberry serves as the Project Manager for Education Issues at Focus on the Family and helps facilitate
Bring Your Bible to School Day. Today he discusses the upcoming 2021
Bring Your Bible to School Day on Thursday, October 7.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How many students were bold enough last year to sign up and take their Bibles to school on
Bring Your Bible to School Day?
What is Bring your Bible to School Day? Bret explains this is a way to empower Christian students to be bold in their walk with Christ.
Does the simple act of bringing a Bible to school have a positive impact on students, opening doors for them to speak God’s grace and truth into the culture around them?
Why are students encouraged to sign up for Bring Bible to School Day (not just simply do it)?
Can kids bring their Bible to school EVERY day? Absolutely! Is this even just for kids in public school? NOPE – It’s for ALL students.
Click here to sign up for the upcoming
2021 Bring Your Bible to School Day on Thursday, October 7.
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September 27, 2021
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day – October 7, 2021
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Bret Eckelberry
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
1 Timothy 4:12: “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.” (ESV)
Bret Eckelberry serves as the Project Manager for Education Issues at Focus on the Family and helps facilitate
Bring Your Bible to School Day. Today he discusses the upcoming 2021
Bring Your Bible to School Day on Thursday, October 7.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How many students were bold enough last year to sign up and take their Bibles to school on
Bring Your Bible to School Day?
What is Bring your Bible to School Day? Bret explains this is a way to empower Christian students to be bold in their walk with Christ.
Does the simple act of bringing a Bible to school have a positive impact on students, opening doors for them to speak God’s grace and truth into the culture around them?
Why are students encouraged to sign up for Bring Bible to School Day (not just simply do it)?
Can kids bring their Bible to school EVERY day? Absolutely! Is this even just for kids in public school? NOPE – It’s for ALL students.
Click here to sign up for the upcoming
2021 Bring Your Bible to School Day on Thursday, October 7.
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September 16, 2019
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: October 3, 2019
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Last year, over 650,000 students from across America participated in
Focus on the Family’s “Bring Your Bible to School Day”. They are praying for even more this year!
Candi Cushman is the Founder and Facilitator of the annual event. She has details today about the do’s and don’ts for students, teachers, and parents.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What is Bring Your Bible to School Day all about?
How has BYBTS day grown over the last six years?
Is it legal for students to bring a Bible to school?
Candi explains why students and parents should be informed about their rights concerning this event.
There is also a fun trip giveaway for participants!
Click here for more information and to sign up for the
2019 Bring Your Bible to School event on October 3.
How can students continue BYBTS after October 3?
#BringItShareItLiveIt
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February 11, 2019
Title: Teaching Kid How to Perform LGBTQ Sex Acts
Topic: Sex Education
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Candi Cushman is the founder and facilitator for Focus on the
Family’s annual student-led “Bring Your Bible to School Day”.
Today Candi will be discussing a different topic: X rated sex education
being taught to YOUR child in public school.
Disclaimer: Use caution when listening to this segment around young
children. Issues discussed might be upsetting or hard for little ones to
understand.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Around the nation, what sinful, corrupting indoctrination are children being
exposed to?
Listen as Candi explains what the law requires public schools to teach – and NOT
to teach. She also stresses that it is difficult for parents to know in advance
what is being taught because these rules and regulations change frequently…
Is sexual orientation and exploration taught as a “normal part of human
development”?
Is the LGBTQ lifestyle taught as normal, while heterosexuality is barely
mentioned?
Could an adult pass out the same sex education literature at a public playground
without criminal or civil repercussions?
Click
here for more information on this alarming issue.
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January 22, 2019
Title: Students Sue School for Taking Away Bibles
Topic: Christian Discrimination in Public Schools
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Last October, over 650,000 students across the country participated
in “Bring Your Bible to School Day”. Now, only a few months later, there are several lawsuits from students who were discriminated against on that day.
Candi Cushman has the details about these lawsuits and how you can help. Candi is the founder and facilitator for
Focus on the Family’s annual student-led “Bring Your Bible to School Day”.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How many public school students across America participated in “Bring Your Bible to School Day”? Was this an increase from previous years?
Did some students have their constitutional rights violated during the most recent event?
What happened in California with two boys who wanted to participate in the event?
What happened in Pennsylvania when a few teenagers tried to hand out bibles to their friends during lunchtime?
Are these isolated cases or are there others? Candi discusses a case from New Jersey involving coloring pages!
Why is it so important for students to share their beliefs at school?
How can parents help their children be strong in their faith?
Click here for more information.
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October 2, 2018
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 4
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
In a world where Christians are targeted for their beliefs, this is a crucial time to teach our children how to be brave about their faith.
Our public schools are full of broken and hurting kids who need to hear about Jesus, and
Bring Your Bible to school day is a great opportunity for them to hear about Him through their classmates.
Candi Cushman is the founder and facilitator for Focus on the Family’s annual student-led
“Bring Your Bible to School Day”, which empowers kids to bring their faith to school in a respectful way. Last year at least 500,000 students participated in
Bring your Bible to School Day.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
October 4 is “Bring Your Bible to School Day”. How has the event grown over the last few years? Stay tuned to the end of the interview as Candi shares some encouraging information on lives that have been impacted for eternity by this event…
What can students do to spread awareness about the event at their school?
Is it legal for kids to bring a Bible to school?
What should kids do if they are told they are not allowed to bring their Bible to school?
NOTE: Click
here for a quick link your students can show teachers or school staff if they are challenged…
Why should we ensure kids stand boldly for Christ now, before they leave our house?
Use the link above to sign your student up for this event, which includes a chance to win a trip for 4 to meet Sadie Robertson (part of the
Duck Dynasty crew).
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September 27, 2018
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 4
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
In a world where Christians are targeted for their beliefs, this is a crucial time to teach our children how to be brave about their faith.
Our public schools are full of broken and hurting kids who need to hear about Jesus, and
Bring Your Bible to school day is a great opportunity for them to hear about Him through their classmates.
Candi Cushman is the founder and facilitator for Focus on the Family’s annual student-led
“Bring Your Bible to School Day”, which empowers kids to bring their faith to school in a respectful way. Last year at least 500,000 students participated in
Bring your Bible to School Day.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
October 4 is “Bring Your Bible to School Day”. How has the event grown over the last few years? Stay tuned to the end of the interview as Candi shares some encouraging information on lives that have been impacted for eternity by this event…
What can students do to spread awareness about the event at their school?
Is it legal for kids to bring a Bible to school?
What should kids do if they are told they are not allowed to bring their Bible to school?
NOTE: Click
here for a quick link your students can show teachers or school staff if they are challenged…
Why should we ensure kids stand boldly for Christ now, before they leave our house?
Use the link above to sign your student up for this event, which includes a chance to win a trip for 4 to meet Sadie Robertson (part of the
Duck Dynasty crew).
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October 4, 2017
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 5, 2017
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Nearly 500,000 students are expected to participate in this year’s
Bring Your Bible to School Day on Thursday, October 5, 2017.
Here to give all the details and information on the rules and regulations is Candi Cushman with
Focus on the Family, which organizes the Bring Your Bible to School Day event.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Do too many Christian students feel pressured to stay silent about their faith?
Do students have the right to take their bibles to school and to openly read them during non-instructional time?
How can students register to participate – and win a FREE trip to see the
Newsboys in concert?
If a student is asked why they are carrying their Bible at school, are they allowed to share their faith openly (during non-instructional time)?
Are students encouraged to share their personal stories with Focus on the Family?
How can students raise awareness of Bring Your Bible to School Day? Candi Cushman suggests students take a selfie with their Bibles outside their school and post them on Social Media.
Should parents lead by example and take their Bibles to work this Thursday, October 5?
For all the rules and regulations regarding Bring Your Bible to School Day, click
here. Use this same link to register to win a FREE trip for four to see the
Newsboys in concert and share your personal stories.
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October 2, 2017
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 5, 2017
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Nearly 500,000 students are expected to participate in this year’s
Bring Your Bible to School Day on Thursday, October 5, 2017.
Here to give all the details and information on the rules and regulations is Candi Cushman with
Focus on the Family, which organizes the Bring Your Bible to School Day event.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Do too many Christian students feel pressured to stay silent about their faith?
Do students have the right to take their bibles to school and to openly read them during non-instructional time?
How can students register to participate – and win a FREE trip to see the
Newsboys in concert?
If a student is asked why they are carrying their Bible at school, are they allowed to share their faith openly (during non-instructional time)?
Are students encouraged to share their personal stories with Focus on the Family?
How can students raise awareness of Bring Your Bible to School Day? Candi Cushman suggests students take a selfie with their Bibles outside their school and post them on Social Media.
Should parents lead by example and take their Bibles to work this Thursday, October 5?
For all the rules and regulations regarding Bring Your Bible to School Day, click
here. Use this same link to register to win a FREE trip for four to see the
Newsboys in concert and share your personal stories.
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September 15, 2017
Title: Bring Your Bible to School Day: October 5, 2017
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
It’s almost that time again! Bring Your Bible to
School Day is Thursday, October 5, 2017. Candi Cushman, with Focus on
the Family, is here to give all the details. For more information on the
rules and the CONTEST to win FOUR TICKETS to the NEWSBOYS,
click
here.
Brytney, age 14, says this of Bring Your Bible to School Day: “If
you believe in God…take a stand, be like thousands of others and bring your
Bible to school.”
Questions/Issues Discussed:
How many students participated in Bring Your Bible to School Day in 2016?
What level of involvement can students commit to? Details can found online at
the above link…
Listen as Candi Cushman tells how one student had the courage to bring her Bible
to school, post notes on lockers, and eventually started a Bible Club at her
school. One student has become a Christian because her faith and boldness! Amen!
Are there other students who have had similar experiences?
Can churches and youth pastors become involved in Bring Your Bible to School
Day?
Terry and Candi challenge PARENTS to participate along with their children and
take your Bible to work! Will you do it?
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August 28, 2017
Title: Kids and Gender Confusion
Topic: Homosexual Agenda
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
It’s back to school time. That may be a scary thought for you because you worry what your child might learn in school that is against your Biblical values and beliefs, whether from another student or their teacher.
Candi Cushman is the Education Analyst with Focus on the Family. Today she will be discussing how to navigate these confusing messages your children may receive in the classroom.
Questions/Issues Discussed:
Should parents pick their battles when it comes to their child’s education?
Is the homosexual agenda issue a battle worth fighting? Listen as Candi Cushman suggests some conversation-starting questions parents should have now with their children, before they learn something different at school.
Are public schools across the country really using coloring pages to indoctrinate children as young as five concerning homosexuality and transgenderism?
Are parents often told they are the only parent complaining about a certain topic? Candi advices parents to invite other like-minded parents (not a spouse) to the meeting.
Is it necessary to teach our children of all ages what to do if they encounter a person of the opposite in a public restroom, whether at school or elsewhere?
For FREE downloads to help you talk to your children about this and other
topics, click
here.
To talk with a licensed counselor at Focus on the Family, call 1.800.AFAMILY
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October 14, 2016
Title: Report on “Bring Your Bible to School Day”
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
October 6, 2016 was “Bring Your Bible to School Day”. How did it go?
Listen in as Candi Cushman gives some statistics from the past three years and
shares some stories and testimonies from this year.
One story is about a little girl, Curly, who’s teacher took her Bible away! The
teacher gave it back, to only have the little girl ask her if she would like to
have her Bible. The Teacher said….well listen in for the rest of the story.
Another is about a high school student who gave a Bible to a devil-worshipper
and atheist.
Amazing stories of faith among our students!
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September 29, 2016
Title: Take Your Bible to School Day: Thursday, October 6, 2016
Topic: Bring Your Bible to School Day
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Being a Christian isn’t always easy, especially when you’re a teenager.
A great
way to boost a teen’s confidence and faith in Christ is by participating in the
upcoming “Bring Your Bible to School Day” on Thursday, October 6.
Listen in as Candi Cushman shares all the details about this Nation-wide
student-led event and how your student can win a trip for four to hear the
Newsboys in concert in Dallas, Texas!
Questions/Issues Discussed:
What is the concept behind the “Bring Your Bible to School Day” movement?
Can students bring their Bible to school any day, not just for this “special
day”?
What are some of the “rules” when carrying a Bible through the hallways?
Are students allowed to have their Bible on their desk during instructional
time? This answer is a little tricky. Listen in as Candi gives more details.
What are some personal stories of students who have participated in past years?
For written rules and regulations concerning “Bring Your Bible to School Day”,
click here. Your student might want to have the
website downloaded on their cell phone for easy access, or you can print out the
information for them to carry to school.
Make sure you register your student for the event so Focus on the Family
has a
record of how many students are participating! Plus, all participants who
register will be entered to win a trip for four to Dallas, Texas, to hear the
Newsboys in concert!
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October 2, 2015
Title: Take Your Bible to School Day: October 8, 2015
Topic: Religious Freedom
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
If you missed the announcement last week, this Thursday, October 8,
2015, is “Bring Your Bible to School Day!” Many people, including Christians, are under
the impression that students are not allowed to bring their Bible or other
Christian material to school. This is FALSE! That is why Candi Cushman and
others began “Bring Your Bible to School Day” last year and are hoping for an
even better display of God’s love this time around!
Fun Fact: Christian rock group, The Newsboys, is now on board with the movement!
They even have a new song concerning school and religious issues called
“Guilty”.
But but but…. What about separation of church and state?!? Well, when it comes
to religion, “The truth is, that our Founding Fathers did not want government
endorsing or being hostile,” Candi points out. They never said a Christian could
not talk about God in school. Does your child know their rights, though? Do you?
Bring Your Bible has great tips and advice for
parents, students, and even school officials for “Bring Your Bible to School
Day”. You can print out information regarding the rules and regulations there,
as well. Remember to always be respectful and follow the rules. She also
encourages students to engage in conversation with others about why they have
their Bible at school. “This is about conversation, not confrontation,” Candi
says.
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September 23, 2015
Title: Take Your Bible to School Day
Topic: Religious Freedom
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Students are encouraged to “Bring it. Share it. Live it.”
on October 8, 2015. Bring and share what? Live what? Their Bible! Candi Cushman is an Educational
Analyst with Focus on the Family, spear heading their project “True Tolerance”.
They kicked off their “Bring it. Share it. Live it.” campaign last October and
had an overwhelmingly positive response.
We need to encourage our children to be bold in their faith and not shy away
from it just because it might be a little uncomfortable. If your child is in
elementary school, he can share a story about his Bible during share time. It’s
allowed! If you have a teen in junior or high school, make sure she knows the
rules about when and where she can bring her Bible into the open and read and
share it with others. It’s allowed, too! Candi point out, however, “Sometimes
the only God people will see is you, so it’s important to do this in a loving
and respectful manner.”
To learn more about “Bring it. Share it. Live it.” click [here]. All the rules and regulations regarding the campaign can
be downloaded there. You can also find tips to help students respond when
challenged by an adult who doesn’t think they should have their Bible visible.
Or how to respond to another student who says the Bible is false.
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January 19, 2010
Title: TRUE TOLERANCE
Topic: True Tolerance
Discussed by Candi Cushman
with Bring Your Bible to School Day (www.BringYourBible.org)
Candi Cushman, education analyst for Focus on the Family, explains how Obama’s education Czar wants to push pornography in front of your child. For more, log on to www.TrueTolerance.org
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