Fall 2009
Prayer for Generation Tweet
Rediscovering a vital spiritual discipline in a world of constant distractions.
A Light in a Dark Place
Alumna Reaches Out to Sex Workers in Athens
Devotional
Doing Thanks: The Anatomy of Gratitude
Ask An Expert
What If Marriage Isn’t For Me?
About the Bible
A Reformer’s Resurgence
My Story
The Accidental Missionary
Red Report
Summer 2009
In God We Trust?
Five biblical lessons for believers during an economic recession
The Economics of an Ordinary Radical: An Interview with Shane Claiborne
When it comes to Christians and money, Shane Claiborne has something to say.
My Story
My Return to Vietnam
Devotional
Curving Along the Straight Path
Ask An Expert
What Can My Church Do About HIV/AIDS?
About the Bible
Moses, Shellfish and the Church
Red Report
Spring 2009
The Church in a "Missional" Age
What is the face of the church today: the gospel lived or the gospel preached?
Inside the Missional Movement: An Interview with Ed Stetzer (ONLINE EXCLUSIVE)
Devotional
Unexpected Grace During Office Hours
Ask An Expert
Are Novelty Bibles a Good Thing?
About the Bible
The God of Noble Character? Proverbs 31 in Context
Red Report
Winter 2009
Kingdom Glimpses
They came from all over the world. They will go out to all of the world. They seek to build the kingdom, not a fortress. They are Biola in 2009.
Student Profiles and Videos
See and hear from current Biola students — in their own words.
- Meleca Consultado
- Robert Bolgeo
- Emily Johnson
- Charlotte Evensen
- Andy Leong
- Phil and Christine Jensen
Devotional
Preventing Mid-Life Drift
Ask An Expert
Responding to Religulous with a Confident Faith
About the Bible
Eight Little-Known Facts from Bible History
Red Report
Fall 2008
The Greening of Evangelicals
A Growing Number of Christians are embracing the "creation care" movement. It's not a bandwagon, they say. It's biblical.
Creation Care Study Program Founded by Biola Grads
In New Zealand and Belize, alumni teach students from about environmental stewardship
New Talbot Building Project 'LEEDS' the Way
Biola's first 'green' buildings will feature rooftop gardens, solar-paneled stairwells
You Say Potato, I Say Fork
Biola students help to save the environment — one utensil at a time.
Devotional
Listening With a Response-Ready Heart
About the Bible
Biola Professors Team up to Defend Scripture in Apologetics Study Bible
Biolans Up Close
Tim Bedley's Real-Life School of Rock
Red Report
Being a Good Steward in a Bad Economy
Alumni in China Help Earthquake Victims
Summer 2008
Remembering a Man of God
Biola alumni, staff, faculty and friends share their memories.
'I Am More Alive Now Than I Have Ever Been'
The Full Text of Cook's Farewell Address
A Life Well Lived
President Emeritus Clyde Cook impacted thousands of lives for Christ, first as a missionary, then as one of the longest-serving and most-respected leaders in Christian higher education.
Ask An Expert
Should Universities be Colorblind?
Devotional
Be it Food or Faith, Our God Provides
Red Report
Seeing Disabilities Through God’s Eyes: Biola ‘Suffering’ Class is First of its Kind in the Nation
About the Bible
1 Corinthians 7:12 in Context: God’s Word or Paul’s Personal Opinion?
Spring 2008
Worlds Apart
Most Christians live outside the U.S. They share our beliefs, but the similarities end there.
Ask An Expert
David Kinnaman ('96), author of unChristian, says Christianity has an image problem.
Devotional
It's Not Just About 'Me and Jesus'
Red Report
Rosemead Graduates Care for Soldiers' Mental Health
About the Bible
Nehemiah's Wall Discovered
Winter 2008
A Century in Pictures
1908 to 2008
Red Report
Over 3,500 Attend Historic Inauguration of President Barry H. Corey
Alumnus Produces First African Bible Commentary
Ask An Expert
Is Self-Publishing for You?
Devotional
Finding Contentment in a Discontent World
About the Bible
Race Against Time: Alumnus Leads Effort to Preserve Deteriorating Scriptures
Fall 2007
New President, New Century
Barry H. Corey’s presidency begins on the eve of Biola’s 100th birthday. Find out how an eBay purchase he made will play a key role in shaping the school’s future.
Ask An Expert (expanded department)
Why Do We Struggle With Beauty and Body Image?
Tell Me This (expanded department)
Biola professors share one thing from their fields of study they wish everyone knew.
Devotional (expanded department)
Remember Your Landmark and Your Left Hand.
About the Bible (expanded department)
Rare Find Supports Book of Jeremiah, Solves Puzzle for Scholars.
Summer 2007
Atheism’s New Bulldog
Sam Harris thinks Christians are not only delusional, theyÃre dangerous. But is his bark worse than his bite?
Once Upon a Time in Los Angeles
Biola’s origins could not be more the stuff of legend if we had been founded by John Henry, Paul Bunyan and a blue ox named Babe.
By Dr. Fred Sanders
What Should Christians Know About ‘Evangelicals & Catholics Together’?
Dr. Robert Saucy shares his concerns about this growing movement.
Spring 2007
Who Do You Trust?
With integrity in short supply, how can we choose trustworthy leaders?
(An inside look at Biola’s presidential search process)
Worship Leaders Can Cloud Our Understanding of God’s Presence
Biola graduate Daniel Radmacher — the worship leader for Christ Church Pasadena in Southern California — clarifies the true purpose of worship music.
What Should Christians Know About The God Delusion?
Dr. R. Douglas Geivett critiques Richard Dawkins’ best selling book, The God Delusion.
Proverbs, Not Promises
Dr. James W. Mohler shows what Proverbs offers parents.
Winter 2007
Well Done
With integrity and conviction, President Clyde Cook guided Biola to national prominence
Sharing the Whole Gospel
Social justice, relief and development ministries still seen as a lesser priority
What Should Christians Know About Israel and the End Times?
Fall 2006
12 Must-Read Books
Recommended By Biola Faculty
The Biggest Threat to Religious Liberty
Law professor Michael Koby (’88) argues that a 1990 Supreme Court ruling threatens religious freedom.
Why Do Bad Movies Get Made?
Film professor Michael Gonzales gives an insider’s look at Hollywood corporate culture.
Sloppy Agape
David Alan Black (’75, M.Div. ’80) challenges a common interpretation of Jesus’ famous question: “Peter, do you love me?”
Summer 2006
The D-Word
Has Doctrine Become the New Dirty Word?
Ask an Expert
What Should Christians Know About Movie Ratings?
Student Life
Rescuing Uganda's Invisible Children
In Context
Was Paul Indifferent to Slavery?
Spring 2006
The Feminization of the Church
Why Its Music, Messages and Ministries Are Driving Men Away
Interview With David Murrow
Author of Why Men Hate Going to Church. (Web Exclusive)
Abortion Procedures
What Should Christians Know About them?
Knowing Yourself
The Overlooked Key to Becoming a Leader
Heavenly Rewards
What Happens at the Judgment Seat of Christ?
Winter 2006
Exorcising Our Demons
Many Evangelicals Are Too Skeptical of the Demonic
Interview with Scott Derrickson
Director and Co-Writer of The Exorcism of Emily Rose. (Web Exclusive)
The Hidden Blessings of Suffering
A Father Reflects on His Daughter’s Battle With Leukemia
Brian McLaren’s ‘Generous Orthodoxy’
What Should Christians Know About It?
Visual Arts & the Bible
Ways of Thinking About Visual Arts and the Bible
Unjustifiably ‘Undignified’
Does a Popular Praise Song Ignore the Biblical Context?
Fall 2005
Virtual Reality Check
How the Internet Has — and Hasn’t — Changed the Church
The Research Says
How Reliable Are The Statistics We Hear Everyday?
The Jealous God
How could a perfect, loving, patient God call himself jealous? Is God insecure?
Summer 2005
Corporate Christianity
As Big Business Cashes in on Christianity, Can They Serve God and Mammon?
Tribute to Failure
A Daughter Learns Success Through Her Father’s ‘Failure’
UFOs
Kenneth Samples Illuminates the UFO Phenomenon
Biblical Inerrancy
Does the Bible Contain Mistakes? Does it Matter?
Sword of Judgment
Dr. Victor Rhee Explains the Meaning of Hebrews 4:12 in Context
Spring 2005
Momentum: If You Haven’t Been on Campus Lately, You May Not Recognize the Place (PDF)
Biola has transformed so dramatically in the past decade that even Biolans who live and work on campus can’t keep up with the changes. Let Biola Connections take you on a tour. (This article is available to download only.)
Wasteful Worship: Sometimes Extravagance Is Called For
Dan Schaeffer, a 1986 graduate, was challenged by his son’s extravagant love for God.
What Should Every Christian Know About Preventing An Affair?
Alumnus Nancy Anderson, author of Avoiding the Greener Grass Syndrome, shares steps for protecting your marriage from infidelity.
Tsunamis and Other Natural Catastrophes: Why Does God Allow Them?
Philosophy professor Garry DeWeese answers one of the toughest questions Christians are asked.
Can We Cash In On Our Faith?
Theology professor John Hutchison examines prosperity theology.
Winter 2005
Did They Get It Right?
The New York Times Magazine spent two and a half weeks on campus to find out what Biola University is all about.
Why Abortion is a Yawner
Apologist Greg Koukl argues that visual images of aborted babies should be used to awaken a public outcry.
What Should Every Christian Know About Wicca?
Professor Craig Hawkins explores the growing interest in Wicca, especially among teenage girls.
Why the Media Misrepresents Christianity
Sociology professor Richard Flory explains how we got here and what we can do to change the situation.
In An Unworthy Manner
Theology professor Michelle Lee explains the meaning of the Apostle Paul's warning in 1 Corinthians 11:27.
Fall 2004
Sharing Your Faith
Why We Don’t Do It, How We Can Start.
Handling Objections
A Prodigal Alumnus
Alumnus Roy Siemens shares lessons he learned while wandering from his faith during his post-Biola days and then returning.
What Should Every Christian Know About Kabbalah?
Barney Kasdan sheds light on the spiritual craze that has attracted so many celebrity followers.
Is Solomon Telling Us to "Live It Up?"
Roy B. Zuck explains Ecclesiastes 8:15 in context.
Summer 2004
Dobson. Strobel. Warren.
What's it like to live in the shadow of a famous father?
Interview with Dr. James Dobson
Interview with Rick Warren
Facing the Pain of Dementia
New Testament professor Dr. Walt Russell shares some questions he's wrestled with during his mother's struggle with Alzheimer's Disease.
What Should Every Christian Know About Yoga?
Intercultural studies professor Dr. George Alexander addresses this latest fitness fad.
Trying to Be Perfect?
Experience freedom by reading Matthew 5:48 in context
Spring 2004
Silent Servants
They've never written a bestseller, won an award or made the headlines, but like many Biolans they're making an immeasurable difference in the lives of family, friends and neighbors.
Dr. Laura, the Gospel and the Fear of Disapproval
If we're going to reach the world, we need to develop thicker skin.
What Should Every Christian Know About The Da Vinci Code?
Michael Wilkins -- a New Testament professor and dean of faculty at Talbot School of Theology -- gives his take on this controversial, bestselling book.
Jesus' Anger In Context
Cleansing the Temple: Uncovering the Real Reason for Jesus' Anger
Winter 2004
I Changed.
Students like Kim Graham changed when they came to Biola. Maybe their stories will change you?
Having Trouble Finding Time For Your Family?
As Christian leaders, we often set out to meet our goals and forget about those waiting for us at home.
What Should Every Christian Know About Gay Activism?
Focus on the Family vice president and Biola alumnus Bill Maier exposes the truth about gay activism.
Do All Things Really Work Together For Good?
Biola alumnus Dr. Dan Wallace puts Romans 8:28 in its context.
Fall 2003
What Is Truth?
This summer, Biola leadership released a new vision document to carry the University into its 100th anniversary in 2008.
What Should Every Christian Know About the AIDS Crisis in Africa?
Biola Connections interviewed the president of Compassion International, Biola alumnus Wess Stafford ('75), to learn more about the AIDS crisis in Africa. Here's what he said...
Student Author Fills Niche
Although still in college, Biola student Shannon Kubiak has already written her first successful book and has been asked to write a second -- launching her into a national ministry almost overnight.
A Passion for The Passion
An answered prayer gives film student Dave Rempel the opportunity to work on Mel Gibson's new movie.
Summer 2003
Darwin's Demise
Something as simple as a mousetrap shows Darwin was wrong.
Pop Porn
Pornography has gone mainstream and no one seems to care.
Biolans Up Close
September 11 spurs pastor to become Navy chaplain.
In Context
Avoiding the appearance of evil: Dr. Walt Russell puts 1 Thessalonians 5:22 in context.
Spring 2003
Bucking the Trend
Biolans are dropping entertainment-oriented youth ministry to teach kids the Bible.
Criticizing the Church
Biola student Nathan Jones encourages educated Christian to edify the church, not criticize it.
Scott Rae on Cloning
Dr. Scott Rae, a leading Christian ethicist, helps Christians understand the difficult issues surrounding human cloning.
In Context:
2 Corinthians 2:14
Winter 2003
Unusual Suspects
From the physics lab to the football field, find out how alumni like Toni Allen are redefining missions.
Common Money Mistakes
David Little ('93) - a financial planner with Ecletic Associates - reveals money mistakes many people make.
Why Read the Classics?
It is sometimes hard to justify reading anything that doesn't directly address our urgent spiritual, social, and professional needs, but ...
Fall 2002
Endangered
A new study shows evangelicals are rapidly disappearing. Philosophy professor Garry De Weese and other Biolans respond.
God & Your Stuff
In this they are like the majority of American Christians - possessions seem important and seldom have a link to their spiritual life.
Biola's First U.S. President
When Steve Bridges ('86, '90) enrolled at Biola University in the mid-1980s, he never imagined he would become president of the United States. But he did - well, sort of.
The Two Scrolls in Revelation
In Revelation 5 and 10, John the Apostle presents to the reader two scrolls. In chapter 5, he tells of a seven-sealed scroll in the right hand of God...