Christian cathedrals and churches have been destroyed this last week. Will these tragic events be investigated and discussed or will some try to conceal the information? I suppose it depends on certain media outlets…

In my professional experience in education, I notice that some can go to great lengths to conceal information.  Keeping bad news from children in many cases is a transgression. I’m not saying that you go to your kid and start spouting off sorrowful occurrences. I’m saying that you need to be honest and build on details as the child matures. This is actually something that protects them.

For example, I’m still shocked that when I was subbing six years ago, there was no trace of United States patriotism at the school on 9/11. However, I  must add, I have regained hope that adults will share. Three years ago, at another school, sixth-graders were introduced to  the sad events that occurred on 9/11. They were appalled but were strong. Gradually, they will gain more knowledge as they get older.

While life isn’t all candy and ice cream, there is hope. Hope is found though Jesus Christ. There are those who are trying to wipe away His name from the public as well. I believe that by installing Judeo-Christian values in our children, there is more freedom and safety.

One experience that comes to mind happened when I was a small child. I was watching The Ten Commandments with my family. I was terrified at the destroying angel part.

“Dad, what if that happens again?”

He said something like, “If we listen to the prophets, we’ll be okay. They’ll let us know what to do.”

It was a short response, but I was satisfied. I have never forgotten that counsel.

It’s bad to conceal bad news, but it is a deep sin to also conceal the good news–the good news being Jesus Christ.