Institute for GOD staff and medical professionals discuss health, sickness, and self-diagnosis—balancing resilience, rest, and responsibility in college life.

National Decision Day, celebrated on May 1, is when college-bound seniors officially commit to their chosen school, marking a major life milestone. This blog encourages students to celebrate the day with purpose—through personal reflection, social media, and community support—while highlighting the spiritual significance of the decision. The Institute for GOD invites students to mark the occasion with faith, community, and intentional steps toward who they're becoming, not just where they're going.

This podcast features two Institute alum, Matthew Parker and Stephen Carver, who are both employed in the construction industry while also working as pastors and development workers. Joined by hosts Gregg Garner and Jeff Sherrod, the four discuss changing job opportunities for graduates of Christian colleges, focusing on non-traditional ministry roles.

Gregg Garner, Jeffrey Sherrod, and Institute Professor and historian Shaun Galford discuss the importance of prioritizing biblical education, emphasizing the need for understanding beyond symbols and procedures. They highlight the role of the community in educating the next generation and stress the significance of passing down faith and values, drawing on historical lessons.

Join Institute for God Professors Jeff Sherrod, Laurie Kagay, and Gregg Garner as they explore the "summer melt" phenomenon where students accepted to college do not show up in the fall.

Join Institute for God professors Jeff Sherrod, Laurie Kagay and headmaster Gregg Garner as they discusses with Institute student; Jacob Oliveira his summer internship mission trip to Uganda, emphasizing intentional planning and transformative impact on one's relationship with God.

Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod and Laurie Kagay from College Conversations interview Institute students; Genesis Garner and Erin Gammill. They reflect on previous mission trips as well as share hopes for upcoming trips.

It’s campus visit season. Jeff and Laurie discuss the parts of a college visit you don’t want to leave campus without, especially if you’re looking for a biblically based Christian community. Don’t miss these 7 pro tips!

President Gregg Garner, Jeff Sherrod, and Laurie Kagay highlight the importance of biblical literacy and critical thinking in studying the Bible. They address the need for sustainable transformation and genuine education for leaders and congregations in the developing world.

In this podcast episode, Jeff Sherrod and Gregg Garner interview Brent Holzklaw and Daniel Ryan Day from Reclaim Today. They discuss the mission of Reclaim Today to help people connect with God in the ordinary moments of everyday life, and how they use research and creative content to engage Gen Z and Millennials in their faith.

Institute for G.O.D. student Walt Reynolds wrote this piece as a part of the ABHE + Reclaim Today Initiative in 2023. Walt was one of thirty students chosen from across the nation’s Bible schools to participate in a writing and design workshop.

The 2023 Institute Commencement Ceremony was held this weekend and celebrated 20 undergraduates and six graduate students. The ceremony included students from multiple walks of life, but they all carried a similar story of God's nearness as they chose to submit to learning God's word and applying it to their lives…

The Institute for GOD was chosen to be featured on The College Tour tv show, a unique series highlighting one college or university per episode, airing on Amazon Prime.

Skill development doesn’t come through a lecture; It happens in the type of homework that is assigned to you and the graduated challenges of a curriculum. And that’s not even the half of it when you broaden your view and look at all the non-intellectual skills…

Explore the crucial role of college in vocational development with Dr. Carlos Serrano, President of Manna University, and The Institute's Benjamin Reese. This episode delves into how Bible education influences a student's identity and purpose within the Body of Christ. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in the impact of theological education on personal and vocational growth.

The Bible has a lot to say about how to maintain a healthy social life, and one of the best times to lock those lessons down is in college when you are meeting new people and making new friends.

If you are undecided about what college to attend, don’t get stuck thinking you have to choose between the few popular universities in your area. There are plenty of small colleges to choose from, and depending on what you are looking for, a small college may even have everything you are looking for.  

The flipped classroom model capitalizes on teacher-student interaction opening the possibility for deeper understanding and increased competency. Not convinced? Then take a look at these six benefits of why you should be in a flipped classroom…

The Institute for G.O.D. now operates on eight-week terms. Professor Benjamin Reese explores the benefits of this for student learning outcomes at our college.

Academic Dean Jeffrey Sherrod responds to common college affordability claims, helping students gain confidence that they'll get what they're after at their college of choice.