Biblical Higher Ed Talk

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Your mission in biblical higher ed is all about changing lives for Christ.     As you train the next generation of leaders, you need ideas and strategies tailored to help them flourish.   On Biblical Higher Ed Talk, we dive into just that to equip you with insights and knowledge that empowers you and your institution to flourish.    We’ll engage leaders and practitioners in biblical higher education and beyond, tapping their wisdom for navigating the complexities you face in higher education and hearing them share how you can take your institution from its current state to its future potential.   Embark on a journey with us into finding the next steps to help you lead more effectively, expand your impact, and deepen your faith. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  1. Teaching Through a Biblical Worldview

    22H AGO

    Teaching Through a Biblical Worldview

    Most professors in higher education are trained deeply in their disciplines but rarely trained in how to teach through a biblical worldview. That gap shapes how future leaders think, practice, and integrate faith into their fields. Seth Scott, Columbia International University, shares why worldview awareness is essential for Christian higher education and how educators and counselors can begin the work of disentangling secular assumptions from their training. Seth offers a thoughtful vision for forming practitioners who are both clinically excellent and biblically grounded. 🎧 Tune In to Discover Why most higher education faculty are trained in content but not in teaching or worldview formation How hidden worldview assumptions shape disciplines like counseling and psychology The difference between biblical integration and biblical worldview immersion How the CARE Institute is equipping counselors to practice from a Christ-centered worldview Three practical steps faculty and leaders can take to cultivate biblical worldview thinking 🎙️ Inside the Episode04:54 – How worldview shapes counseling and the way we understand people 10:41 – The Emmaus road story as a model for unlearning and relearning truth 17:36 – The vision behind the CARE Institute and training counselors 30:47 – Three practical steps for faculty pursuing biblical worldview formation To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    35 min
  2. Built for More Than a Job: The Power of Work in Christian Education

    MAR 31

    Built for More Than a Job: The Power of Work in Christian Education

    Dr. Brad Johnson, president of College of the Ozarks, shares how the school’s distinctive work college model shapes students academically, spiritually, and personally. Known by many as “Hard Work U,” the college requires every student to work as part of their education, helping them graduate debt free while building character, responsibility, and a biblical understanding of work. This conversation explores the dignity of work and how Christian higher education can form students for lives of leadership, citizenship, and faithful service. 🎧 Tune In to Discover How students at College of the Ozarks graduate debt free Why work builds dignity, character and lifelong habits How Christian colleges can resist reducing education to job training What it means to form students for citizenship and calling 🎙️Inside the Episode 02:26- What a work college is and how the model works 06:00 - How the college's work program allows students to graduate debt free 08:40 - Serving students who arrive with significant financial challenges 15:49 - Why education must form leaders, not just prepare workers 18:48 - The dignity of work and the character it builds in students 29:11 - A leadership lesson on articulating what Christian institutions stand for. To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    33 min

  3. MAR 24

    Recruiting Students Without Compromising Mission

    Enrollment pressures are real. The demographic cliff has arrived, public sentiment toward higher education has shifted, and competition is fierce. Yet in the midst of these challenges, Christian colleges have a powerful opportunity, not to widen the door by diluting mission, but to lean into it with greater clarity and confidence. In this insightful conversation, Keith Ramsdell shares nearly three decades of enrollment wisdom and practical guidance for recruiting students in a rapidly changing landscape. 🎧 Tune In to Discover Whether the enrollment cliff lived up to its expectations Why mission clarity is a long term enrollment strategy, not just a branding statement The balance between digital strategy and personal engagement in recruitment The three essential traits every admissions counselor must develop How recruiting adult learners differs from traditional undergraduate students 🎙️ Inside the Episode 05:23 – The enrollment cliff, COVID, and shifting public perception 10:45 – Digital marketing versus relational engagement 13:23 – Why mission focused institutions are seeing stronger enrollment outcomes 19:11 – Listening first, adapting well, and closing the deal 26:10 – Recruiting adult learners versus traditional students 33:05 – The biggest institutional mistake in today’s enrollment environment To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    37 min
  4. Stewardship, Strategy, and the Future of Christian Higher Education

    MAR 17

    Stewardship, Strategy, and the Future of Christian Higher Education

    Christian higher education is facing disruption, but the outlook may be stronger than many believe. Drawing on decades of experience serving Christian colleges and universities, ABHE Senior Fellow Dan Campbell explains why faith-based institutions are often outperforming the broader higher education sector. He also shares practical leadership lessons about governance, innovation, and the personal disciplines leaders need to sustain healthy institutions and faithful service. 🎧 Tune In to Discover Why Christian higher education is outperforming many predictions about institutional closures The leadership and governance patterns that help faith-based colleges remain strong How identifying an “economic engine” can sustain mission-driven institutions Lessons learned from leadership mistakes, including the importance of self-care Why optimism and shrewdness are essential mindsets for Christian higher education leaders 🎙️ Inside the Episode 03:02 – Why Christian higher education is outperforming the broader higher education industry 05:33 – Understanding the real competition for Christian colleges 12:23 – Governance challenges and the difficulty of letting go of legacy programs 15:15 – A leadership mistake, neglecting self-care and its impact on others 20:30 – Safeguards against moral failure through connection and accountability 24:45 – Defining professional success through institutional and relational impact 29:31 – Leadership turning points and learning to make decisive choices 32:31 – Final leadership advice, cultivating optimism and practicing shrewd stewardship To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    36 min
  5. Navigating the Perfect Storm in Biblical Higher Education

    MAR 10

    Navigating the Perfect Storm in Biblical Higher Education

    Biblical higher education leaders are grappling with a "perfect storm" of unprecedented complexity. They must navigate a confluence of challenges, including demographic shifts, persistent financial pressures, and escalating regulatory demands. In this candid conversation, John Derry reflects on more than five decades in Christian higher education, offering hard earned wisdom on governance, risk taking, fundraising, and moral leadership. With humility and clarity, he challenges leaders to stay grounded, seek counsel, and remain faithful in both crisis and calling. 🎧 Tune In to Discover Why today’s higher education landscape feels like a perfect storm The three dangerous leadership responses that can sink an institution Lessons learned from delaying difficult personnel decisions Why fundraising is essential and how to approach it relationally Practical safeguards that help leaders avoid moral failure 🎙️ Inside the Episode 05:01 – The “perfect storm” facing biblical higher education today 10:58 – Leadership mistakes and necessary personnel changes 14:49 – Fundraising lessons and overcoming reluctance 27:27 – Turnaround leadership and building strong teams 32:07 – Catalysts for leadership growth and taking calculated risks 33:56 – Why wise leaders ask for help To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    36 min
  6. Leading with Conviction and Courage

    MAR 3

    Leading with Conviction and Courage

    Leadership in biblical higher education demands more than strategic insight. It requires spiritual depth, moral courage, and unwavering fidelity to the authority of Scripture. In this rich and transparent conversation, Dr. David Gyertson reflects on more than five decades of ministry and presidential leadership, offering wisdom forged through failure, perseverance, and deep dependence on Christ. From governance challenges to personal vulnerabilities, this episode calls leaders to anchor their influence in both orthodoxy and spiritual formation. 🎧 Tune In to Discover Why biblical orthodoxy must fuel spiritual formation, not replace it The biggest leadership mistake David made and what it taught him How to make difficult personnel decisions with courage and compassion Practical safeguards leaders need to prevent moral failure The role mentors and accountability play in sustaining long term impact 🎙️ Inside the Episode 00:00 – Celebrating new ABHE Senior Fellows and David’s journey in biblical higher education 03:53 – The state of Christian higher education, opportunities and challenges 12:12 – Leadership mistakes and the cost of delayed personnel decisions 26:55 – Safeguards against moral failure and understanding personal vulnerabilities 35:37 – Mentorship, calling, and catalysts for long term leadership impact To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network.  Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    40 min
  7. Stewardship, Calling, and the Courage to Ask

    FEB 24

    Stewardship, Calling, and the Courage to Ask

    After decades of faithfully serving as Vice President for Advancement at Indiana Wesleyan University, Terry Munday has seen firsthand how generosity, obedience, and relationships shape both institutions and eternal lives. In this compelling conversation, Terry reflects on a calling that led him from public education into Christian higher education fundraising, often requiring personal sacrifice, long-term trust, and spiritual courage. Through stories marked by humor, heartbreak, and unmistakable miracles, he reveals how fundraising, when rooted in faith, becomes far more than raising money. It becomes ministry. 🎧 Tune In to Discover How holy boldness reshapes the way leaders approach the ask Why relationship-driven fundraising requires patience and long-term trust How stewardship and obedience intersect in Christian higher education What decades of advancement work reveal about ministry, generosity, and eternal impact 🎙️ Inside the Episode 05:40 – Following God’s call despite a significant financial sacrifice 10:01 – Why fundraising is a spiritual discipline, not a transaction 17:05 – Sustaining institutional growth through faithful stewardship 24:03 – A miraculous story of generosity, salvation, and eternal impact 33:50 – Why relationship-based fundraising requires patience and longevity 34:18 – The most common mistake colleges make in fundraising To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    37 min
  8. Building the Church for Generations to Come

    FEB 17

    Building the Church for Generations to Come

    What kind of church will exist for our children and grandchildren? In this thoughtful and forward-looking conversation, Jason Ballard reflects on the health of the church in Canada, the growing leadership pipeline crisis, and why long-term faithfulness matters more than short-term urgency. Drawing from his pastoral experience and national leadership work, Jason challenges listeners to think beyond 🎧 Tune In to Discover The current state of the evangelical church in Canada and what gives reason for hope Key challenges facing churches in an increasingly complex cultural moment Why leadership exhaustion and scarcity threaten the future of the church Practical ways churches can empower and develop young leaders How churches and biblical higher education can work together for long-term impact 🎙️ Inside the Episode 01:44 – A realistic and hopeful look at the evangelical church in Canada 06:08 – Cultural pressure, distraction, and the challenges facing today’s church 12:05 – The looming leadership pipeline crisis 15:50 – Why the future of church leadership matters personally and deeply\ 20:51 – Creating a culture that empowers and releases young leaders 27:35 – Bringing theological education closer to the life of the local church 32:01 – Healing the divide between the church and the academy 38:40 – Leading with a long-term, generational vision of faithfulness To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

    43 min
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Your mission in biblical higher ed is all about changing lives for Christ.     As you train the next generation of leaders, you need ideas and strategies tailored to help them flourish.   On Biblical Higher Ed Talk, we dive into just that to equip you with insights and knowledge that empowers you and your institution to flourish.    We’ll engage leaders and practitioners in biblical higher education and beyond, tapping their wisdom for navigating the complexities you face in higher education and hearing them share how you can take your institution from its current state to its future potential.   Embark on a journey with us into finding the next steps to help you lead more effectively, expand your impact, and deepen your faith. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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  • Creator
    ABHE
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    123
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Carol Dibble
  • Show Website
    Biblical Higher Ed Talk

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