The Institute Blog
Thoughts on Jesus, Education, and Life from Faculty, Students & Grads
Institute for G.O.D. students take no breaks in service during pandemic
College students from the Institute for Global Outreach Developments International (G.O.D.) in Nashville continue volunteering despite global pandemic, providing consistency of care.
News on our beloved faculty member and brother Robert Munoz
An important letter to our Institute family regarding our beloved colaborer, brother, and faculty member Robert Munoz.
Prayers for Parents of Travelers
An Institute for G.O.D. gives advice on how to pray for kids when they’re far away from home.
Student Testimony: Olivia
Olivia B. testifies about what she's learned about the Bible at the Institute for G.O.D. International, and how it's changing her response to life's inevitable trials.
7 Ways You Can Pray for Bible Colleges
The Institute for Global Outreach Developments Int'l joined ABHE schools in a nationwide Day of Prayer. These 7 prompts can guide your own prayer for Bible colleges.
Traveling to the third world made me a better Bible interpreter.
Institute Dean Jeffrey Sherrod talks about his experience teaching the Bible in India, and how experiences in the third world have changed the way he reads the Bible.
Why Every College Student should Study Abroad
Institute Alumni Ashley Moore writes what she learned in her studies abroad, and why every college student should consider doing them.
Institute Staff attends ABHE’s 74th Annual Conference
A handful of administrative faculty, board members, and Founder/President Gregg Garner attended the conference, gaining insight and experience and sharing our own with the hundreds of other colleges and seminaries at the ABHE.
Generosity in the ABHE
That's what happened this week when we welcomed Larry Griffin, President of Mid South Christian College of Memphis, TN, to our campus in Nashville. Connected by a mutual friend, John Savage of The Savage Group out of Seattle. Institute President Gregg Garner gave Mid South President Larry Griffin a tour of our campus. Then, the two discussed the future of both institutions.
Dual Enrollment: A Cure for Senioritis
If you're a high school senior and just ready to be done, try dual enrollment. Maximize your time, explore a college option, and gain credits at the same time. The Institute is offering a dual enrollment course this Spring called Mission-Driven Service, designed to prepare you for your summer mission experience.
Five Tips for College Entrance Essays
Institute alumni Brett Madron gives you tips for writing your college entrance essay - they’re golden.
Amid Higher Ed Crisis, the Institute Gears Up for Growth
In 2020--the year where colleges across the country have plummeting enrollment and many shutting their doors--the Institute for G.O.D. hosted its biggest Student Preview event yet.
7 Ways to Make Someone’s Holiday with less than $20.
Institute Professor Laurie Kagay shares some wisdom with Christian college students looking to celebrate Christmas meaningfully and without a lot of cash.
5 Things You Can’t Forget to do on your College Visit
Be eager on your college visits. Don’t be too cool to ask questions lingering in your mind. In fact, make a list of them before you go, and also ask the ones prompted by what you see during your visit. But as you plan your visit, do your best to accomplish these 5 things.
Songs to Start the Semester - A Spotify Playlist
Institute Professor and Librarian Benjamin Reese gives you a peek into a great Spotify playlist at the start of a new academic term.
5 Books to Prepare You for College, or Help You Get Better at It.
Institute Professor and Librarian Benjamin Reese shares helpful tips to prepare you for college.
Why Christian College Doesn't Equal Christian Community
Attending a Christian college doesn’t mean you’re a Christian. Teaching at a Christian college doesn’t mean you’re a Christian. Graduating a Christian college doesn’t mean you’re a Christian either.
Why I Study
Institute Professor and Librarian Benjamin Reese shares the purpose behind his study of God’s Word at The Institute for G.O.D.
5 Things Students Should Do to Prepare for Online Classes
Institute for G.O.D. Professor and Librarian Benjamin Reese sets you up for success when taking college classes online.