I Thought I Was Teaching Christianly
Peter’s Journey from Intention to Impact
I Thought I Was Teaching Christianly:
Peter’s Journey from Intention to Impact
is a novel that follows Peter, a young teacher
whose journey of faith was profoundly shaped
by the sudden loss of his brother during his
college years. Through his grief, Peter encounters
the healing presence of Christ and discovers a
renewed calling: to become a fully devoted
follower of Jesus.
As this transformation takes root, Peter begins
to rethink every part of his vocation. His
classroom becomes a place where faith shapes
planning, instruction, relationships, and the
pursuit of authentic evidence of student growth.
Through a blend of storytelling and practical
insight, the novel entertains while guiding
readers into a deeper understanding of what
it means to teach Christianly.
In addition to its narrative arc, the book
functions as an academic exploration of
Christian pedagogy, weaving research-based
principles, scholarly voices, and practical
frameworks into Peter’s journey.
The result is a compelling narrative that shows,
and not just tells, how a teacher’s spiritual
formation can transform students, classrooms,
and the practice of Christian education itself.
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What Christian Educators Are Saying
“I was blessed by reading this book, and I am confident it will bless you too. ... Be ready to be affirmed, surprised, invigorated, and challenged as you read.”
“Kent Ezell is a wonderful fellow-traveler to help guide us along the path on our journey into teaching Christianly.”
Dr. David J. Mulder Professor of Education, Dordt University Author of the Foreword“Christian education is about so much more than great lessons and good intentions. It's about helping students see God's amazing world, discover their place in his story, and live as faithful followers of Jesus. Through Peter's honest, sometimes messy, and wonderfully relatable journey, Kent invites us to take a fresh look at our own teaching.”
Dr. Timothy Van Soelen Executive Director, Center for the Advancement of Christian Education (CACE)“We need more examples of what teaching for biblical worldview formation looks like. Kent Ezell meets that need by following the timeless advice, ‘Show, don't just tell.’”
Dr. Roger Erdvig Senior Director of Worldview Formation, Summit Ministries“The undertaking to be more faithful in seeing our own work more clearly is important for every Christian educator who cares about students' faith engagement and is brave enough to seek evidence of that work.”
Cindy Groot Director of Teaching and Learning, Dutton Christian School“Every Christian educator wants students to see all of life through the lens of Scripture, but good intentions alone are not enough. This thoughtful, practical book will encourage and challenge educators who long to form faithful disciples.”
Dr. Dean Ridder Head of School, Isaac Newton Christian Academy