To fully comprehend our vocation as Christian educators, it is essential to recognize the realities of sin and grace. In spite of a culture that tends to lessen sin, Christian teachers are messengers of redeeming grace to their students. However, a clear understanding of the relationship between sin and grace is necessary to fully appreciate the grace of God and the goal of Christian education. This article discusses the doctrine of sin and its implications for Christian teaching.
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