In a world where education has increasingly moved away from its historical roots, the question of whether God has a place in schools has become more relevant than ever. The recent article from Mercatornet explores how God, once central to the foundation of prominent educational institutions, has now been relegated to the margins, if not entirely removed. This shift, the article argues, is not just a matter of changing beliefs but a signal of the broader moral and spiritual decline in education.
Historically, many of the world’s leading universities, including Harvard, were founded with the clear purpose of helping students know God and seek eternal life. But today, many of these institutions, as well as public schools across the globe, have been stripped of this divine purpose. The concept of "separation of church and state" has been used to justify this exclusion, yet the absence of God has left a void that the article suggests leads to a moral vacuum.
The consequences of removing God from education are not trivial. As the article notes, children today grow up in environments where the most essential aspect of life—spiritual purpose—is overlooked. As a result, students are subtly indoctrinated into a secular worldview where God is irrelevant to their academic and personal growth. In this context, children are left without a moral compass, wandering through a world that may seem indifferent to higher truths.
The removal of God from the educational system poses a challenge for parents and educators alike. Many parents feel the need to find alternative educational pathways that allow their children to be grounded in faith while still receiving a quality education. The article encourages families to explore different educational models, including homeschooling, faith-based schools, and co-ops, where spiritual and intellectual growth can go hand in hand.
Ultimately, the exclusion of God from education is not just about the absence of religious instruction but a profound shift in what we value as a society. Education is no longer seen as a tool for nurturing the whole person—mind, body, and soul—but rather as a mechanism for imparting knowledge without context or purpose. The question remains: what kind of future are we shaping for the next generation if we continue to exclude the very foundation that has supported societies for centuries?
This removal may be irreversible in some ways, but it is not too late for families and communities to take action. By seeking educational options that nurture both the intellect and the spirit, we can help our children grow up with a deeper understanding of their place in the world, rooted in the knowledge of God.
References
- Ells, K. (2024, August 26). When your school puts God in a closet and shuts the door. MercatorNet. https://www.mercatornet.com/secular_school