From the EDITOR Letters to the Editor
Committed to Jesus’ Incarnate Pedagogy
For magazine editors, it’s called the first editorial meeting. Te previous issue has been released; now is the time to gather again as a magazine committee to discuss the one topic we all have an opinion on: William Jessup University.
As we deliberated several possible themes for this issue, our conversation revolved around a niche question, “What is distinctively compelling about WJU?” Te one recurring theme was Jessup’s Christ-centered pedagogy that encompasses every aspect of our liberal arts programs.
In academic terms, the word pedagogy describes the method and practice of teaching. It’s no secret that Jessup is very intentional in delivering a spiritually thriving experience featuring the teaching methods of Jesus Christ, the one who embodies God’s redemption, salvation and the truth of eternal life.
Jesus’ incarnate teaching included parables, stories, familiar illustrations, warnings, sermons, prophecies and eternal wisdom. His instruction was more than just rhetorical teaching devices—it was deeply personal and supernatural.
Jesus taught by sharing life, extending a personal touch and opening the eyes of common people to the grace of God. One of Jessup’s Bible and Teology professors, Dr. David Timms, states in his blog, “Jesus’ supreme pedagogy was incarnational—He taught people by being with people. He did not record podcasts, videos or capture lectures. He walked with folks. He ministered to their hearts—just-in-time learning at its very best.”
As you read the pages of this issue, you will see Jessup Magazine highlight Jesus’ pedagogy as a key ingredient of the Core of the Core. Personally, I pray that you are individually counseled by the Holy Spirit’s supernatural revelation of salvation found in the only redeemer of mankind, Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world.
Top five issues we should have caught 1.Michael LaFarge (‘08) should have been spelled “La” instead of “Le.”
2. We seemed to have been typing too fast to catch it, but the phrase “pedal to the medal” would have made more sense as “metal.”
3. A closer peek would have seen that Rhonda Capron never “peaked,” rather, her interest was “piqued” when she first learned about Jessup.
4. A subtle yet important issue: Provost is one word. 5. Finally, Brittany Attwood’s name is spelled with two t’s.
What do you think? Email us:
magazine@jessup.edu
Mail us: Jessup Magazine, 333 Sunset Blvd, Rocklin, CA 95765
Eric Hogue, Senior Editor William Jessup University
Keep your thoughts to a maximum of 200 words and include your full name, city and state, and class year (if applicable). Letters may be edited for length and clarity.
You can’t imagine how surprised I was when I saw the 1940’s faculty picture leading Professor Jim Crain’s “Story Behind Te Story” article in the Fall 2013 issue.
It brought a warm and vivid memory of a significant school year (1949-50) in my life. I could subtitle my story as “Another Story Behind Te Story” or “How One Year Was Enough to Make A Difference,” at least for me. Yes, one year was just enough to make a profound difference in my life!
Robert L. Reeves, Ed.D., Ph.D.
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