"Oh lord, it’s hard to be humble, when you’re perfect in every way!"

This classic country-pop comedy song "It's Hard to Be Humble" was written and recorded by American artist Mac Davis. He released the track in 1974, and it became an international hit in 1980.

My father used to sing it loud and proud at home. I can still hear it ringing in my ears whenever I think of our College value of servanthood, based on Matthew 25v21 – “Well done, good and faithful servant’. To serve others well we need to practise humility. Humility is a trait that is often easy to say but not so easy to do, especially when we are encouraged in this world to think of ourselves more than others.

Growing up, my family had a saying that has stuck with me for life. Having JOY means putting Jesus first, Others second and Yourself last. Learning the value of serving places us in a position humility to view every person as valuable and worthy of respect. By showing kindness, listening to others and appreciating differences, we learn to celebrate diversity with grace and compassion.

As Christians, we believe every person, young and old, is a unique and treasured creation of God. In a world filled with diversity, we have the privilege of helping children learn to respect, value and care for one another, as God’s creation. Each of us come with our own personality, strengths, culture, abilities and gifts — beautifully designed by our Creator for His special purpose.

The Bible reminds us in Psalm 139:14, “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” What a powerful truth for our children to grow up knowing! When children (and adults) understand that they are deeply loved and intentionally created by God, they begin to develop confidence, kindness and respect for themselves and others.

As an artist, I often ponder on the beautiful image the bible describes of God as the Potter in Isaiah 64:8: “We are the clay, You are the potter; we are all the work of Your hand.” Just as a potter carefully moulds and shapes clay, God lovingly shapes each one of us throughout our lives. Every experience, challenge and relationship helps form us into the person that He has created us to become. We are all a work in progress and none of us can actually attain ‘goodness’ without submitting to God.

We should celebrate differences, show compassion and include others. Through everyday interactions, play and learning experiences, children can develop an understanding that every person has value because we are all made in the image of God. Respecting diversity helps build empathy, acceptance and strong relationships — skills that will guide us throughout life. This must start with us, the adults.

School and families can work together, and we can help children see that being unique is something to celebrate. God has created you with intention, purpose and potential. Let’s walk walk alongside each other, grow together into who He has called us to be.

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." — Ephesians 2:1

God Bless,

Mrs Wendy Chamberlin

Director of ELC