Consequences for our children of the influence of the world's education programme Nehemiah 13:23-27. A sermon preached by Rev Ivan Foster at the morning session of the day of prayer for Christian Education held in Bethany Free Presbyterian Church, Portadown, on Saturday 1st February 2014. After 35 years of involvement in and observation of the Christian Education scene, I am more than ever convinced that it is the will of God that God's people support a Bible-based system of education. If anything, were I starting out again I would be more radical in my practices, for I have seen the consequences of failure and defiance of God in this matter. I wish to look at Nehemiah 13:23-27. Nehemiah's trials and difficulties as he sought to see Jerusalem's walls rebuilt and good order restored amongst God's people, remind us all how difficult it is to see a recovery of that which is lost to the devil and his agents. The passage ends with a prayer, (verse 31) which to me highlights the loneliness of a man such as Nehemiah. It is not easy to campaign against all odds for a cause that generates little sympathy amongst the majority. It is to the Lord alone Nehemiah turns for comfort, help and support in his battle. That is why we are here today before the Lord to seek His blessing on our Christian schools.