Teaching English through Abraham

Learning English is so much fun when you can mix it up. I've been utilizing this curriculum that uses drama (TPR) and phrases to help students cement English words in their minds. The students really catch on quick and we have a good time seeing who is the best actor. We do all this while using a bible story! This last week we worked on English that frames the story of Abraham and Isaac. It is the scene where Abraham is taking his son to the mountain to sacrifice him. If you don't know the story, you really need to read it in Genesis 22.

At the end of class, I reflected with the students upon what the story means to us. Abraham showed an amazing obedience to God. He was willing to sacrifice the same gift God had given him, a son. The story means even more to me today with Declan. He is my only son and I love him tremendously. Now, think about this with God giving his only son, Jesus, to die for us. Abraham's story gave our class a lot to be amazed by. How wonderful is the Father's love which he has lavished upon us!