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Father, thank You for Tanner Cross and his willingness to take a stand for righteousness, and for the judge who ruled in his favor. We ask You to bless all involved.
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You prayed for this courageous teacher! Please thank God for this development–He is working!

The Virginia Supreme Court on Aug. 30 upheld a lower court decision to reinstate a gym teacher who spoke at a school board meeting against a proposal to require calling transgender students by their preferred pronouns.

On June 6, a county circuit court judge had ordered that teacher Tanner Cross be reinstated after he was suspended…Loudoun County Circuit Court Judge James Plowman ruled that Tanner was exercising his First Amendment rights…

Tanner said he would not abide by the transgender pronoun rules due to his religious conviction.

“I’m a teacher, but I serve God first. And I will not affirm that a biological boy can be a girl and vice versa because it is against my religion. It’s lying to a child…,” Tanner said.

The school system had argued that Tanner’s comments caused a disruption, but both the Circuit Court and the Supreme Court found that the few complaints fielded by school representatives did not cause a disruption worthy of suspending the teacher…

Are you encouraged by this news? Share your praise and a prayer in the comments below!

(Excerpt from The Epoch Times. Article by Ivan Pentchoukov. Photo Credit: Jeswin Thomas/Unsplash).

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Robyn Goodside
September 3, 2021

Thank you Lord for leading this bold and righteous brother to stand for truth in this situation! May justice continue to prevail. May you equine and empower many to stand for truth and love well by not agreeing with the father of this world.
Continue to bless and lead the body of Christ. In Jesus name, Amen & Amen

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Herb Johnston
September 2, 2021

Thank you Lord, for allowing this courageous teacher to be represented properly – – by the court system, and by attorneys and those who still believe in our system that is God-given.. from your word., oh Lord, and is guaranteed by our constitution. In Jesus Mighty Name.amen

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Vickie
September 2, 2021

I praise God that this bold teacher was reinstated by Virginia supreme court! Thank You, and I ask You to bless all involved. In Jesus Name, amen.

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Ed & Pat Jacques
September 2, 2021

Bravo to Tanner & others who joined him! Called by the Most High God Jesus Christ, ‘for such a time as this’ Tanner Cross was born! To God & He alone be glory! I have renewed HOPE for my grandchildren with teachers such as Tanner!!!!

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MN
September 2, 2021

We are beyond grateful for this decision. Now we boldly ask for something more. We pray that you would raise up godly and righteous people – just regular people that you would give strength, wisdom, knowledge, discernment and a servants heart to replace multiple members of that school board. We boldly ask that the school board members and/or other officials would resign, be removed and replaced by people who seek to serve you Lord, the people and the children in a way pleasing to You Father. We pray that you would literally turn this mess 180 degrees in Your favor and that Your name would be glorified. Amen.

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Diane
September 2, 2021

God is Not Dead! He is answering our Prayers! If God is for us, who can be against us! Be Encouraged, God is answering our Prayers! Hallelujah!! Praise God!

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Lori Meed
September 2, 2021

Hallelujah! You hear the prayers of the righteous! You vindicate Your children. Cause his heart to be steadfast as this year begins and cause many to pray.

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Lisa
September 2, 2021

Praise the Lord these judges ruled in righteousness & in Tanner’s favor. To God be the glory! Amen!

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Denise
September 2, 2021

Lord God, we praise You! We exalt You as the One True and Eternal God! You are above all things and Your Mercy and Grace are incomprehensible! We acknowledge Your perfect character and eternal hope! With humbled and contrite hearts, we bring a sacrifice of praise! Almighty One, let our lives be witness of Your faithfulness and grace. Thank You for the courage of Tanner Cross. May his boldness build hope and courage in the hearts of others! In Jesus Name!

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Aj
September 2, 2021

Yay! I have had this teacher on my prayer list along with many others I’m sure. Thank you Jesus for answering this important prayer not only for Tanner but for other teachers and the children.

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Roxie Crews
September 2, 2021

Father God we do thank You for this ruling in favor of Tanner Cross reinstated in his teaching position. We continue to cry out to You Oh God for the protection of all the children in schools, that You oh God would give wisdom from above- that our children would not be confused. We ask for You to pour out Your Holy Spirit and that Your Word would be loved and honored once again in public , private and home schools. In Jesus mighty name we pray and thank You
Amen and Amen

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Mark Williams
September 2, 2021

I am encouraged by the court ruling regarding Tanner Cross. Praying that more judges and courts will see themselves as servants called out by the Most High King and that they will respond to His Truth and not be influenced by deceiver.

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georganna ritch
September 2, 2021

Praise God for bold followers of Jesus Christ! Father, I pray for these bold teachers and ask that You protect them from all evil intentions! I also pray for the board members who felt Tanner Cross should be suspended for speaking truth!

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Ann Lee
September 2, 2021

I praise God for Tanner Cross because he may take the unpopular stance but he is standing up against the deception of the Enemy which is bringing so many children into increased confusion. We need to stand up together! Satan cannot have the next generation. They are destined to preach Jesus Christ to the world.

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