I tend to think in idealist ways and believe that we should always try to do something fearlessly and apologize later. Too often however, I was told that I took action beyond the bounds and that my consequences would deter me a second chance. Now, because I believe rules were meant to be broken, or at least perfected by my wisdom, I don’t jump just because someone has an authoritative position. I will heed a youngster who is humble enough to share his opinion and welcome feedback. It is in my DNA to cultivate solutions through deep connection and open communication so I find it mesmerizing when our youth engage. In my experience it has been my age group, the parents who have teens right now, who once given authority in their workplace, seldom respect those of us who do not have our own children. This cracks me up because I’m the one their kids talk to and nobody is aware of the 11 teenagers who I took under my roof over a period of 6 years. Nobody ever asks. My peers in education are too busy flexing their muscles to care about where I get my information that helps a young person think through his/her problems.
I just get labeled as the rebellious substitute teacher who needs to be escorted to her classroom and reminded that parents can be called should I speak something offensive. Funny, because only after another teacher or administrator suggests that I am “under surveillance”, does a student come forward with a complaint. But for as many people who think I should be quieted when discussing life, so many more keep asking me the hard questions about it. It is a privilege to serve today’s kids and learn from them and gain confirmation that they recognize an adult who actually has similar aspirations to them. It is the risk of getting reprimanded that I find necessary if I want to reach the souls and spirits of youth who are willing to share their stories with a substitute. I walk into the classroom a stranger, but I leave as a surrogate.
REVELATIONS FROM DADDY IN HEAVEN 
It is amazing to have adults acknowledge the wisdom of the youth, and further serve as a true teacher in institutions burdened by historic rules and curriculum
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This video is very powerful, especially in light of our most recent mass shootings. To be able to minister Jesus Christ in a classroom, I believe was and is Holy Ground. The ground that Jesus said is pliable and ready for seed. I do understand the challenges parents and students because I have worked with children in Church ministries and these children, who attend services, share the same stories of abuse but God. When he has pre-ordained a specific time for the seed to be planted and we obey it is powerful because God said. “His word will not return void.” Keep spreading the seed of the word and trust God the Harvester to provide the increase.
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I am in a quandary, Trying to learn real estate in a new location with hopes to have an orphanage in the future where these kids can live. I remember leading youth group and one of the kids tell me her dad was abusing her. When I went on her behalf to the pastor he told me that she was getting back through rebellion bc her father was on the board. I was put on a 6 month sabbatical after that. I have suffered much at the hand of other adults in authority. It is wild had God always sheds light though. Thank you !
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Yes he does, He will give you everything you need for His purpose. The story you related happens a lot. A friend of mine encountered the same attitude when she tried to report a county sheriff for abusing his foster child. But we pray and God will move in these situations. I will keep you in my prayers and the orphanage, a much needed place for God to heal His children. Be Blessed
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