Chaplains’ Chat

“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” – Philippians 4:8

Is it good? This is one of the most important questions that you can ask. Indeed, much of life can be summarised as seeking to answer this question. Is it good for us? Whether we’re dealing with something as simple as what food to eat or what to do on the weekend, or addressing the important decisions about work, family and relationships, we desire to seek what is good.

This week in Chapel, Mr Broadbent spoke to this idea in his reflection on Philippians 4:8. In this passage, the Apostle Paul encourages his readers to pursue all that is good so that their lives reflect goodness to others. The challenge, of course, comes in determining what actually is good. One of the goals of education is to equip students to build a robust framework from which they can distinguish what is good and right. This challenge even extends beyond the classroom and onto the sporting field, musical groups, and other extracurricular activities. Will our behaviour and actions reflect goodness and love towards others? The Christian message reminds us that God shows us goodness and love, even when we are far from Him, and so, we too, are called to be like our Heavenly Father. So, let us continue to strive for goodness and set our minds on all that is excellent.

Mr John Sheldon
Chaplain (Acting)