Each year when the Board meets to plan out the CHHEW calendar, we discuss a word that we feel should be the focus of the year ahead. This year, multiple people said “Perseverance”. It seemed so applicable to the current situation, our dear friend and Board President, Carla and Jared, are facing, as well as the homeschooling journey.
Perseverance is more than pushing through hard moments. In Scripture, it’s a shaping force—something God uses to strengthen faith, refine character, and prepare His people for good works. For homeschool families, perseverance isn’t just a virtue; it’s a lifestyle. It’s woven into early mornings, curriculum choices, character training, and the countless unseen moments that make up discipleship at home.
Why Perseverance Matters This Year
The homeschool journey is beautiful, but it’s also demanding. There are days when math lessons stretch long, when hearts feel discouraged, or when life’s interruptions make learning feel impossible. Choosing perseverance as a Word of the Year reminds us that growth happens not in perfection, but in faithful consistency.
Scripture anchors this truth:
“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9
This verse isn’t about striving harder—it’s about trusting God’s timing. Perseverance is the bridge between planting and harvest.
Biblical Foundations for Perseverance
Steadfast Faith — James 1:2–4 reminds us that trials produce steadfastness, and steadfastness leads to maturity. Homeschool challenges aren’t obstacles; they’re opportunities for spiritual growth.
Hope in Christ — Romans 5:3–5 teaches that perseverance produces character, and character produces hope. Our endurance is never empty—it’s forming Christlike resilience.
Strength from God — Isaiah 40:31 promises renewed strength for those who wait on the Lord. Perseverance isn’t self-powered; it’s Spirit-powered.
How to Practice Perseverance in Your Homeschool
Create Rhythms, Not Rigid Schedules — Perseverance thrives in consistency, not perfection. Gentle routines help children feel secure and parents feel grounded.
Celebrate Small Victories — Finishing a chapter, showing kindness, or mastering a new skill are all moments worth acknowledging.
Model Perseverance — Children learn endurance by watching us work through challenges with grace, prayer, and patience.
Anchor Learning in Scripture — When perseverance is tied to God’s Word, it becomes part of discipleship, not just academics.
A Family Prayer for Perseverance
Lord, strengthen our hearts as we learn, teach, and grow together. Help us persevere with joy, patience, and hope. Shape our character through every challenge, and let our homeschool be a place where steadfast faith flourishes. Amen.
A Simple Challenge:
To keep your Word of the Year active, try memorizing James 1:2-4 together as a family. Write these scriptures out and post them around your home as a gentle reminder when you see them.
Perseverance doesn’t demand perfection—it invites faithfulness. As you homeschool this year, may God strengthen your hands, steady your heart, and bless every seed you plant. The harvest will come.
The CHHEW Board (written by: Krystal Harmon)
