Dynamics

Originally posted December 8, 2015.

Becoming A Dynamic Teacher

When I was teaching Sunday School this Sunday, I think I got a bit too passionate about the perseverance of the saints. I was constantly using a louder voice and being a bit manic in my movements.

I need to remember that teaching can’t always be emotionally peaked. A softer voice and calm demeanor can let the students know that I am still in control. I need to be a dynamic teacher in order to capture the hearts and minds of the students.

Learning From Dynamic Music

In music, dynamics play a crucial role in giving life to the music. Loud and quiet sections of music can be equally powerful and moving. The same note can make you feel different things by how it is played.

In the same way, a dynamic teacher is a teacher that will let the truths come alive by articulation, phrasing, pace, tone, and volume. The Word will do the work, but I need to be faithful to do my best to present it in a way that does not get in the way. I will still be begging with the students for their salvation and their sanctification, but I want to communicate this dynamically.

Dynamic Truths For Dynamic Lives

When I’m talking about dark and light, evil and good, sin and forgiveness, damnation and salvation, death and life – it’s the dynamics that make these truths beautiful.

And when God works in the dynamics of our lives – the ups and downs, the highs and lows, our victories and setbacks, the happy and sad times – he is making a glorious symphony to the praise of his name.