In a viral video, a school principal of a Christian school is forced out of office, with the bishop overseeing such an act. She was thrust out of the room, because her service was terminated for the conspiracy of the question paper leak, and a police case was filed against her. And the new principal took charge as the schoolteachers applauded the new one. (NDTV 6 July 2024)
Christian Education: The foundation for Christian education is that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight. (Proverbs 9:10) Pursuing the concept of universal education for all proposed by Protestant Reformers like Martin Luther and John Calvin, thousands of missionaries went to remote parts of the world to educate people by starting schools. Sadly, Christian schools today have forgotten the Fear of the Lord.
Theft: Worshipping mammon, a responsible educator could steal the question paper, take photos on the mobile, and circulate among those who paid a hefty sum. It is a clear violation of the commandment: You shall not steal. (Leviticus 19:11-13) The Bible warns: Your sin will find you out. (Numbers 32:23) The ousted principal was guilty of the leaking of the question paper, arrested by the police. Hence she was terminated from the service.
Fight: However, she wanted to continue as the principal. She refused to accept the disciplinary action taken by the school management. Not allowing the new principal, and refusing to hand over the charge, she created a crisis in the school.
Lawlessness: Tragically, the management chaired by the bishop also did not behave according to the law of the land or best practices. The bishop did not call law-enforcement agencies, instead took the law in his own hands and executed his order by force.
Occasion to blaspheme: David by his adultery and murder gave occasion to the enemies to blaspheme God. (II Samuel 12:14) As the video became viral in all national newspapers, television channels, and social media, God’s name was not honored or glorified, or hallowed.
Do I bring glory to God through my life?