When Worlds Collide Much Can be Gained
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By Rachel Middleton, Junior
November 10, 2009
Filed under Spiritual Life
On Thursday, October 29, 2009, chapel at GAC contained a rare mix of topics: the school’s technological advances in addition to Dr. Chi Ekwenye’s personal struggles and the general poverty in Nigeria.
At first glance the juxtaposition of these two topics, a progressive learning environment and the embodiment of humble service, are not in any way compatible. Questions come to mind about these two completely different worlds. How can we reconcile Christ-like humility with the view that we must have the best of the best to stay ahead of everyone else?
From that momentous chapel, the answer, in my mind, is clear. That answer, to paraphrase Dr. Chi, lies in the simple fact that what matters most is not the quantity of what we have but what we choose to do with what we have received. Every person at GAC is extremely blessed with amazing opportunities, and students in grades six through twelve next school year will have the unique opportunity of learning in a Digital Learning Environment.
Rather than using these new tools for selfish gain, we will use them to growing academically and spiritually, preparing us to be “world changers.” Every little thing we do for others makes a huge difference. If we can be challenged with 21st century technology while learning, our growth could possibly put us in a better position to help others after we leave GAC. The time and money required to transition to this new, digital environment next year will be well worth it.
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Rachel – You are spot on. So often we, as Christians can be embarrassed or even apologetic about all that God has blessed us with, but what is really important is the fruit that flows abundantly from a grateful and loving heart that is connected to the Living Vine. The Lord giveth and He taketh away, Blessed be the Name of the Lord! (Job 1:21)
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