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Three Advantages of Having a Biblical Philosophy of Education

by Lucy Hart

The significance of having a biblical philosophy of education cannot be easily ignored. Implementing a biblical philosophy of education can positively impact the lives of life-long learners by further developing their beliefs, values, ideas, and overall philosophy. In addition to this, the advantages of having a biblical philosophy of education are numerous such as increased community service; better decision making; effective leadership; and profound spiritual, emotional, and intellectual growth.

Community Service

According to Dr. Salter, God can use people from all walks of life. Someone who dropped out of school can provide the same level of community service as someone with a Ph.D. Effective community service is not determined by a person's intellectual capacity, but rather a giving heart and the development of their natural talents. Having a biblical philosophy of education makes people aware of God's word and how they should use their talents. Life-long learners with a biblical philosophy of education will have the foundation they need to develop their talents and succeed in the field of service.


According to Dr. Salter, having a biblical philosophy of education helps people to fully comprehend the problems they face in all aspects of their lives. Based on God's word, the biblical philosophy of education enables people to discipline themselves and bring order to their own lives. A biblical philosophy of education equips people with the ability to critically examine life issues, consider alternatives, and reach informed decisions. They can then use that experience to help others who are struggling with similar situations.


A biblical philosophy of education can prepare people for effective leadership roles. Through the application of God's word, people will be able to convince and inspire others through their speech and actions. Having a biblical philosophy of education can help to develop certain characteristics within people that may contribute to the intellectual, spiritual, and emotional development of others. As leaders continue to implement their biblical philosophy of education, they learn that the effectiveness of leadership is not determined by how many followers they have, but rather by the level of influence they have on those around them.


The biblical philosophy of education empowers the tenants of Christian learning. By continually pursuing knowledge of the Bible and examining the lessons taught within its text, people gain an experience that can help them obtain the objectivity to conquer their endeavors with their interactions with others and their own personal assessments.

About the Author

Lucy Hart has been a writer and educator since 2007. In her spare time, Hart works as an associate editor for Nile Publishing, and she has currently finished completing her first manuscript. She received the Rookie Teacher of the Year award during her first year of teaching. She holds a Dual Bachelors Degree in English and Education.

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