Instead of doing anything else, I immersed myself in the scriptures. The course of study was the Old Testament. I was familiar with parts of it, but not all of it.
I began my teaching experience by teaching the words of Isaiah! In order to do that, I had to understand what had been going on in the chapters beforehand. I am lucky enough to live with someone who is well versed in the Old Testament.
I can’t say that I was the best teacher these great kids ever had, but I learned more than I thought possible.
I also learned to manage my time a bit better. I spent my mornings studying, my early evenings asking my hubby questions (so I could understand things I didn’t quite get while I was studying) and went to bed much earlier than I ever had before.
I’ve always heard that teaching early morning seminary is the hardest calling in the church. I have an increased appreciation for those that have taught for years. I wonder if they ever feel like they get enough sleep! But I imagine that they are well versed in the scriptures. How can you help it with the daily, intense scripture study with all the available recourses at your finger tips?
