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  • GRIT

    Our Sacred Women

    a company with grit

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    One of my resolutions for 2017 is to shop ethically—that is, to fill my wardrobe with items from companies that pay their workers a living wage, as...

  • GRIT

    Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance

    a TED talk by Angela Lee Duckworth

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    I’m a sucker for a good TED talk, and let me tell you, this is a good TED talk. Psychologist Angela Lee Duckworth opens by explaining how she...

  • GRIT

    Rethinking the Metaphors–Deeper Conversations on Purity

    a chapel talk by Sarah Schwartz

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    I have to admit, it’s a little weird to write about a chapel where I was the speaker. But I’m willing to push past that, because I don’t think we’...

  • GRIT

    Welcome to Grit

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    It was 14th century philosopher and theologian, Catherine of Siena, who said, “Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.”...

  • GRIT

    Developing Self Esteem for Women of Color in Predominantly White Institutions

    a SCORR Session with Peace Amadi

    Celeste Scott — 

    As a woman of color at a predominantly white institution I often find myself wondering, what I can bring to the table. Understanding where my...

  • GRIT

    On Being White (And Talking About It)

    a blog by Dr. Jamie Campbell

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    Professor Jamie Campbell is one of my favorite people (and voices) on campus. Like the students she writes about, I was raised to believe that all...

  • GRIT

    I'm Single, But I'm Still a Whole Person

    a blog by Emily Maynard

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    The first time I stumbled across this piece, I was 22 years old, freshly heartbroken, and about to walk across the stage at my college graduation....

  • GRIT

    How to be a Young Leader

    a blog by Sharon Hodde Miller

    Sarah Schwartz — 

    If you aren’t familiar with Propel, get familiar! With the mission of “celebrating every woman’s passion, purpose, and potential” this organization...

  • GRIT

    Process Over Product

    an interview with Leticia Trujillo

    Lisa Igram — 

    One thing I’ve learned in my 9 years working at Biola: Biola. Grads. Rock. Seriously, I am inspired by you. Some of you are stay-at-home moms, in...

  • GRIT

    Biola’s Founders, The Resurrection & You

    a chapel talk by Katelyn Beaty

    Lisa Igram — 

    Katelyn Beaty speaks on the ways God has used women throughout scripture to accomplish his kingdom work.

  • GRIT

    With God in the Questions

    an interview with Whitney Luigs

    Lisa Igram — 

    Quick quiz: What do the letters in “BIOLA” stand for? Answer: Bible Institute of Los Angeles. Biola was founded by a group of women and men who...

  • GRIT

    Mental Health and Depression

    a chapel talk by Dr. Michelle Willingham

    Elizabeth Pintarich — 

    At age 13, my family and I experienced 7 deaths in one year. Some were family, some were friends—some were expected, and one was a complete...

  • GRIT

    Moses, a Burning Bush, and Our Calling

    a blog post by Bianca Juárez Olthoff

    Lisa Igram — 

    Over the years I’ve had the privilege of sitting with many Biola students, and I hear this question arise from the depths of their souls over and over again...

  • GRIT

    Sanctified through Uncertainty

    an interview with Cherilyn Gan

    Lisa Igram — 

    Biola hopes that its graduates will impact the world for the Lord Jesus Christ. Well here’s someone who is. Cherilyn was a global student at...

  • GRIT

    With God in the Valley of Shadow

    a torrey session by Dr. Christina Lee Kim

    Lisa Igram — 

    I have deep respect for Dr. Christina Lee Kim. I’ve had the opportunity to hear her speak on several occasions, and I am consistently struck by...

  • GRIT

    At the End of a Short Rope

    a chapel talk by Shelly Cunningham

    Alex Bell — 

    If you are anything like me, stopping can be hard. When you think about the work you need to get done, and the friends who need your attention, it...

  • GRIT

    Our Role in the Making

    a missions conference session by Megan Fate Marshman

    Alex Bell — 

    Freshman year is HARD. It's the little thoughts of self doubt and the ever so present lack of a mom telling you how AMAZING you are at the end of...

  • GRIT

    The Vice of Close-Mindedness: and How to Become Open-Minded

    an article by Christena Cleveland

    Alex Bell — 

    As life after college seems to be closing in on me, I have often asked myself how I will continue to learn and not grow stagnant. This piece by...

  • GRIT

    The Breakup your Career (and Identity) Need

    a blog post by Victoria Sowell

    Alex Bell — 

    I wish someone would read this piece to me as a bedtime story...and right when I wake up...and when I’m getting ready & looking at myself in...

  • GRIT

    Why Your 20s Aren’t Too Early to Begin Building a Legacy

    a blog post by Victoria Sowell

    Alex Bell — 

    “… more than those who have intangibly impacted my life are those who have loved me, guided me, and made a forever impact face-to-face.” My mom’s...

  • GRIT

    Love

    an article by Christena Cleveland

    Alex Bell — 

    I am a self proclaimed perfectionist. I’ve been this way since I was a young girl—and now that I’m older, I understand how my perfectionism has...

  • GRIT

    Discernment: Decision Making & Leadership Opportunities

    a chapel by Spiritual Development Staff

    Alex Bell — 

    When I hear the word “discernment” my stomach does somersaults. It’s an idea that’s hard to grasp and even harder to put into practice. Sometimes...

  • GRIT

    Business with G.U.T.S. [MBA Distinguished Speaker Series]

    a talk with Martha Daniel

    Alex Bell — 

    Martha Daniel graduated from high school during the peak of the Civil Rights movement and was the first African American to be integrated to her...

  • Student Life Blog

    Adam Edgerly: Unity in Diversity

    Mike Ahn — 

    Mike Ahn sits down with Adam Edgerly, Biola Trustee and Pastor at NewSong Los Angeles, to discuss the topic of diversity.

  • The Good Book Blog

    The Executive Leaders Journey: Integrating Spiritual Practices into the World of Business, Part 1

    Joy Mosbarger — 

    This is the first part of a five-part series of blogs that chronicle the journey of a cohort of business leaders who together pursued deeper relationships with God and the integration of the resulting spiritual transformation in their personal lives into their roles as leaders in their businesses, and ultimately into the culture of their businesses as a whole ...