Latest Biola Blog Articles

• The Good Book Blog

  Why Michael Heiser is Probably Wrong about Satan in the Book of Job

  Kenneth Berding — February 24, 2021

  Michael Heiser has done some good academic work during his career as an Old Testament scholar, and I will not hesitate to draw upon his insights in...

• Think Biblically

  When Christian Leaders Fail

  Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 23, 2021

  The report revealing the sexual misconduct of apologist and evangelist Ravi Zacharias is heart-breaking. In this episode, Sean and Scott reflect on...

• The Good Book Blog

  In Memoriam: Bruce A. Demarest (1935–2021)

  Steve Porter — February 19, 2021

  It seems especially important in these days to draw attention to a life lived well. Dr. Bruce Demarest, Senior Professor of Christian Theology and...

• The Good Book Blog

  Dying Daily

  Kenneth Berding — February 17, 2021

  I recently read John Piper’s little book, Filling Up the Afflictions of Christ. In this book, Piper wrote three short biographies of Christian...

• Student Life Blog

  The Vulnerability of Listening to Our Neighbors

  Zhengming Liang — February 16, 2021

  Have you ever encountered a fictional character that you hated in the beginning of the story, but when you eventually learn the character’s...

• Think Biblically

  Compassion and Conviction in Public Life and Politics

  with Justin Giboney

  Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 16, 2021

  In our divided political and cultural landscape, the combination of conviction and compassion is more necessary than ever. Join Scott and Sean as...

• Winsome Conviction

  Episode 12: Picking Up Rhetorical Trash, Part 2

  Rick Langer, Timothy Muehlhoff — February 15, 2021

  Tim and Rick resume the discussion on “rhetorical trash” and consider four types of words that litter our rhetoric: words of outrage,...

• The Good Book Blog

  El ejemplo para todos los inmigrantes de un gran Reformador español

  Octavio Esqueda — February 15, 2021

  This post is also available in English. El ex monje Jerónimo, Antonio del Corro, fue uno de los reformadores más importantes e influyentes de...

• The Good Book Blog

  The example for all immigrants of a great Spanish Reformer

  Octavio Esqueda — February 15, 2021

  This post is also available inSpanish. The former Jerome monk, Antonio del Corro, was one of the most important and influential reformers in Spain...

• Becoming Biola

  When Risking it All Really Isn’t That Risky

  Molly's Thoughts on Gospel Urgency

  Molly Tuffnell — February 15, 2021

  When Risking it All Really Isn’t That Risky I recently read an article on the Gospel Coalition marking the 65th anniversary since missionaries...

• The Good Book Blog

  Grounds for Belief in Biblical Inspiration

  Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

  William Lane Craig — February 12, 2021

  This is a Q & A blog post by our Visiting Scholar in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Hello Dr. Craig. First, in your study of...

• GRIT

  Honoring the People in Your Life During Black History Month

  Zoe Taper — February 12, 2021

  Black History Month is a time to honor the Black women and men who have paved the way for us to be here today. My life has been influenced by...

• Winsome Conviction

  Rick Langer in Christianity Today’s Article, “In Essentials, Unity. In Conspiracy Theories, Truth.”

  Rick Langer — February 11, 2021

  Rick Langer interviewed with Christianity Today to join other pastors and Christian leaders as they discussed the rising political divides in our...

• The Good Book Blog

  Where is Jesus in Judges and Ruth?

  Uche Anizor, Charlie Trimm — February 08, 2021

  Jesus’ statement to the disciples on the road to Emmaus has long provided Christians with a hermeneutical key to reading the Old Testament: “...

• Think Biblically

  Weep With Me - Lament and Racial Reconciliation

  with Mark Vroegop

  Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — February 04, 2021

  One of the key element in racial reconciliation is recognizing the experience of minorities in majority cultures. Pastor Mark Vroegop maintains...

• The Good Book Blog

  What is the Unforgiveable Sin? What is Blasphemy against the Spirit?

  Kenneth Berding — February 03, 2021

  Some years ago, I counseled with a student who was paralyzed by a fear that she had committed the unforgiveable sin because of some terrible words...

• Business. Ministry. Life.

  The “Robinhood Bro” Culture

  How to avoid gambling in the stock market

  Shane Enete — February 02, 2021

  God gives us His resources and asks us to manage them in a way that lets others know of His goodness, over a long period of time. When we invest, we should do the same.

• Think Biblically

  [BONUS] Is Mormonism Defensible Today?

  with Eric Johnson

  Sean McDowell — February 02, 2021

  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has recently responded to some of the biggest challenges to the truth of their faith. This includes...

• Winsome Conviction

  Episode 11: Picking Up Rhetorical Trash, Part 1

  Rick Langer, Timothy Muehlhoff — February 01, 2021

  Following the riot in the Capitol on January 6th, a photo of Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) went viral – he was cleaning up trash strewn across the floor...

• The Good Book Blog

  Jesus as a Migrant?

  Matthew 2:13-23: The Flight from Bethlehem to Egypt, and Return from Egypt to Nazareth

  Markus Zehnder — February 01, 2021

  The story of Jesus and his parents fleeing from Bethlehem to Egypt is one of the biblical passages that is often seen as supporting immigration...

• The Good Book Blog

  Is Biblical Inerrancy Defensible?

  Q & A with Dr. William Lane Craig

  William Lane Craig — January 29, 2021

  This is a Q & A blog post by our Visiting Scholar in Philosophy, William Lane Craig. Question Is inerrancy defensible, or even worth trying to...

• Business. Ministry. Life.

  Message From Dean Gary Lindblad

  Gary Lindblad — January 28, 2021

  Our circumstances are indeed challenging, but they are no surprise to our Lord, who has provisioned us to be agents of both change and peace.

• Business. Ministry. Life.

  Sarah Tse Shares Four Principles for Success in Business and Life

  Crowell’s January Distinguished Speaker Series featured publisher/author/alumna

  Gary Lindblad — January 28, 2021

  “That was the first time I heard God. It was so clear, so tender and so comforting. And I didn't have any doubt.”

• Think Biblically

  Win by Two — Basketball, Race and Coming to Faith in Christ

  with Adam Donyes & Derrick Derrell

  Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — January 28, 2021

  Win by Two is a gripping story about two men, Adam Donyes and Derrick Derrell, from very different backgrounds whose lives intersected on the...

• Think Biblically

  [BONUS] Behind the Scenes with JP Moreland

  Sean McDowell, J P Moreland — January 26, 2021

  In this interview, Sean goes behind the scenes with Biola professor JP Moreland to discuss the people, experiences, and books that shaped his life....