to judge or ridicule (John 5:19, Phil 2:5-8). Though the Christian may be prepared with God’s truth, the presentation of that truth should illustrate the love and sacrifices God has made (John 3:16). Regarding Translations of the Bible The Bible is an ancient book written in three different languages: Hebrew, Greek, and small portions of Aramaic (Daniel). SCA acknowledges the canon as the sixty-six books: Genesis through Revelation. While the school supports no particular English translation, we encourage a more literal translation for classroom use. Popular examples of such translations would be: English Standard Version, New International Version, New American Standard Bible, and the King James Version. Regarding Curriculum Content to Encourage World Impact As Christians relate the gospel to our generation, we may not forget that James 3:17 warns that “the wisdom from above first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere.” Christians should be careful not to be “taken captive by philosophies” of our current generation; however, understanding modern ideologies may lend Christians a great opportunity to grow in the understanding of God and in the ability to witness to our generation (Col. 2:8). Christians must be patient to understand others if we wish to testify of grace in Christ. Because we believe in the absolute moral truth of Scripture, as well as the mandate to reach our world, we understand the necessity of Christians being able to define and engage philosophies and cultures different from our own. Regarding Unity within our School Body Should debate concerning church doctrine ensue within a classroom as we are engaging our culture and the Word, students are encouraged at all age levels to bring questions to parents and pastors. In regards to class discussion, teachers will moderate
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