At All Belong, our commitment to inclusion is deeply rooted in Scripture. As you reflect on the gifts of every student, including those with disabilities, we invite you to explore the biblical foundation of our core values. The theology of inclusion guides us as we partner with schools to create Christ-centered environments where every student belongs.
Every person reflects God’s image.
As an image bearer of God, every person has intrinsic value that cannot be denied and must be celebrated.
Genesis 1
"All human beings are created in God’s image and in His likeness."
Colossians 3:1
As Christians, we are being “renewed in knowledge after the image of the Creator.”
Every person has been placed in this world for a purpose.
God places each person in this world with a unique purpose. Every student deserves the opportunity to discover and fulfill that calling.
II Corinthians 12:7-10
"God’s household is a web of partnerships between people, all of whom are a mix of strength and weakness, gift and need."
Matthew 22:37-40
"The call to serve God and neighbor comes to everyone."
Every person deserves our best.
God calls us to give our best efforts in serving others, regardless of how society might measure their abilities.
Luke 21:1-4, Matthew 25:21
"God expects people to use faithfully the gifts that He the Creator, has given, regardless of how those gifts might be measured on some human scale."
I John 1 and Philippians 2
"Equally broken, we also are equally called to be servants of each other."
Every partnership is valuable.
Interacting with others creates relationships vital to every person’s development.
I Corinthians 12:22 - 25
“But God has combined the members of the body and has given greater honor to the parts that lacked it, so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other.”
Romans 15:7
“Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.”
As you consider these biblical truths, ask yourself:
How can your school more fully reflect God’s heart for inclusion?
Together, we can build Christ-centered schools where every student—regardless of ability—belongs and thrives. At All Belong, we’re here to partner with you in making this vision a reality.
Bible verses abridged from Appendix A of the G.L.U.E. Training Manual, written by Dr. Thomas B. Hoeksema, Sr. and Dr. Andrew J. Bandstra.