I memorized this verse decades ago.
2 Timothy 2:11 (KJ21)
Study to show thyself approved unto God.
It’s good advice for students of all ages: study, not to get a good grade, or earn a scholarship, or please your parents, or pass the class. Study to get God’s nod of approval.
What does God’s approval look like? I envision him saying, “Good job! You’re putting your mind to work the way I intended from the get-go.”
Thank you, Lord, for equipping our students with good minds. May they use those minds in ways that please and honor you.
