Become a better student

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Summer is not the time anyone still in school wants to hear such an admonition as “be a better student.”  Most of us who have been out of school for while do not feel much warmer or fuzzier about the idea.  But, biblically, all of us stand on the common ground of needing to be a better student.  We will never master the book by which we will some day be judged.  So, what are some practical suggestions that will help make us a better student?

1.  Be familiar with the textbook (2 Tim. 2:15).
2. Get to personally know the instructor (Hos. 6:3; Phil. 3:10; cf. Jn. 8:32).
3. Take copious notes (cf. Dt. 6:7-9).
4. Do not drop out of the course (2 Tim. 4:7).
5. Consider the long term benefits of the study (1 Tim. 4:16).
6. Work on making practical use of the material (Phil. 4:9; cf. Acts 1:1; 10:38).
7. Be prepared to share your knowledge with others (1 Pet. 3:15).
8. Use your knowledge when it is time for tests (Js. 1:2-5).
9. Make it personal through dedication (2 Tim. 3:14-15).
10. Study with alertness and zealousness to eliminate laboriousness (Heb. 2:1).

Remember that you will fail along the way, but God wants you to “pass” in the end!  He has paid the highest price with that goal in mind.  Just apply yourself and do your best.

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