Cedarville University Chapel Message

Today's Alumni Week chapel is an interview with Mr. Jim Leightenheimer, retired Associate Professor of Communication, and recipient of the Distinguished Service Award at Cedarville University. Mr. L. shared his testimony of God's faithfulness throughout his 40-plus years of teaching at Cedarville, and encouraged us to lean into relationships with godly people.

Today's speaker is Dr. Josh Bowman, Assistant Professor of Missions and Theology at Cedarville University. Speaking from Exodus 7-10, Dr. Bowman cautions us against having a hard heart, and invites us to submit to God in humility.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Ethan Foster looks at the account of Cain and Abel in Genesis 4, and shows how one brother opposed the mission of God, while the other brother lived for the mission of God.

Today's speaker is Garrett Kell, Pastor of Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA. Pastor Kell encourages us with a message about Elijah from 1 Kings 17, in which he reminds us that our faithful God cares for His children.

Today's speaker is Garrett Kell, Pastor of Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA. Pastor Kell urges us to pursue Christlikeness by the mercy of God. His text is Romans 12:1-2.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Mark 2:13 - 3:6, Dr. White invites us to forsake legalism, and follow Jesus in joyful freedom.

Today's speaker is Dr. Jonathan Arnold, Associate Dean for the School of Biblical and Theological Studies at Cedarville University. Dr. Arnold continues the series, "Exodus: Our God Saves," looking at chapters 5 and 6. He reveals that when Moses and the people of God were experiencing trouble, confusion and lack of confidence, God presented Himself and His identity as the solution to the problems they faced.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Senior Class. Class Chaplain Landon Heft declares from Titus 2:11-14 that the grace of God has appeared, and that changes everything.

Today's speaker is author and speaker Dr. Rosaria Butterfield. Dr. Butterfield gives a challenging message from Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 1:21-29, and James 1:13-16. She discusses the created order for men and women made in the image of God, reveals the problem of indwelling sin in our lives, and gives guidance as to how we must kill sin.

Today's speaker is author and speaker Dr. Rosaria Butterfield. Dr. Butterfield shares that the only answer to the problem of lies our culture tells is the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and that repentance is vital to breaking the chains of sin in our lives.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Mark 2:1-12 that Jesus can heal what truly paralyzes us by forgiving our sins.

Today's speaker is Dr. Jeremy Kimble, Professor of Systematic and Applied Theology at Cedarville University. Dr. Kimble teaches from Exodus 3 and 4 that God is, and we must bow in worship and submit to His call.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Ethan Foster teaches from Genesis 3 that the Deceiver's goal is to make us believe lies, and shows the great cost to us when we do so.

Today's speaker is Pastor Alistair Begg, Bible teacher on Truth for Life. Pastor Begg concludes his study of Psalm 139, teaching from verses 13-24 that God made us wonderfully, and He judges us righteously.

Today's speaker is Pastor Alistair Begg, Bible teacher on Truth for Life. Pastor Begg begins a 2-day study of Psalm 139, looking at verses 1-12. He teaches that God knows us intimately, and He is with us constantly.

Today's speaker is Dr. Will Galkin, Sr., Pastor of Gospel Grace Church in Salt Lake City, UT. Speaking from Luke 9:57-62, Pastor Galkin warns that, despite the best of intentions, many of us fail to truly follow Christ.

We welcome back to chapel Dr. Christopher Yuan, internationally known speaker, author, and voice on biblical sexuality. Dr. Yuan continues examining what the Bible teaches about homosexuality, focusing on Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13.

Today's speaker is Dr. Christopher Yuan, internationally known speaker, author, and voice on biblical sexuality. Dr. Yuan shares his testimony of responding to God's grace and kindness, and looks at what the Bible teaches on topic of homosexuality, focusing on Genesis 19.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. In today's message, Dr. White teaches from Mark 1:14-45 that others pointed to the way, but Jesus revealed that He is the way.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White begins his series, "MARKed by Jesus", preaching from Mark 1:1-13. In this text we meet Jesus, the Son of God and the adversary of Satan.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Ethan Foster begins a series for the year entitled, "Genesis: The Mission of God". Today, he looks at Genesis 1 & 2 and explains God's design for us.

Today's speaker is Dr. Trent Rogers, Dean of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies at Cedarville University. Dr. Rogers walks through Exodus 1 & 2, showing how God laid the groundwork for the deliverance of His people from slavery in Egypt through Moses.

Today's speaker is Dr. Matt Morton, Lead Pastor of Spring Creek Church in Pewaukee, WI. Pastor Morton teaches from Colossians 1 how we can have a life of hope, purpose, and meaning.

Today's speaker is Dr. Chris Miller, Senior Professor of Biblical Studies at Cedarville University. Dr. Miller begins the Bible faculty series for the academic year entitled, "Exodus: Our God Saves", giving an overview of the Book of Exodus.

This morning's Fall Bible Conference speaker is Dr. Jimmy Scroggins, Lead Pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL. Pastor Scroggins concludes his series of messages, speaking from Romans 8:31-39. He teaches that Jesus is for us, Jesus is with us, Jesus loves us, and Jesus wins!

This evening's Fall Bible Conference speaker is Dr. Jimmy Scroggins, Lead Pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL. Preaching from Romans 8:14-28, Pastor Scroggins gives two evidences to help us know that we are in a relationship with God--we have the Holy Spirit, and we are adopted into God's family.

This morning's Fall Bible Conference speaker is Dr. Jimmy Scroggins, Lead Pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL. Pastor Scroggins explains the pattern of sin, shame, guilt and blame that began in Genesis 3. He ends with the good news of Romans 8:1, which declares that we have no condemnation if we are in Christ Jesus.

This evening's Fall Bible Conference speaker is Dr. Jimmy Scroggins, Lead Pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL. Pastor Scroggins shares that it is normal for Christians to struggle with sin, and to have doubts about their salvation. He looks at truths from Romans 7:14 - 8:1 to combat those doubts.

This morning's Fall Bible Conference speaker is Dr. Jimmy Scroggins, Lead Pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL. Dr. Scroggins encourages us to flee temptation, submit the members of our bodies to Jesus Christ, and practice righteousness. His text is Romans 6:12-23.

This evening's Fall Bible Conference speaker is Dr. Jimmy Scroggins, Lead Pastor at Family Church in West Palm Beach, FL. Speaking from Romans 6:1-11, Pastor Scroggins urges us to get serious about our own personal sanctification to be more like Jesus Christ.

This morning's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White welcomes new and returning students to campus, gives campus updates, and introduces his sermon series for the academic year.

Today's final chapel of the academic year honors Cedarville University's Senior Class. Fletcher Colgan, Senior Class Chaplain, and Dr. Ronni Kurtz, Assistant Professor of Theology, challenge the graduating seniors to be steadfast in following Jesus Christ.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Trey Storr gives a message from 2 Timothy 4:1-8, and declares that to finish well is to boldly, unashamedly, and relentlessly preach the Word until the last moment when Christ calls us home.

Dr. Thomas White concludes his 2024–25 chapel sermon series in the Book of Joshua entitled "Every Single Word," speaking from Joshua 24:29-33. Dr. White reminds us that God is faithful, and we can trust him. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr White urges us, by God's grace, to decide today to serve the Lord. His text is Joshua 24:1-28.

In today's message from 1 Kings 19, Dr. Will Smallwood looks at the way God responds to us in moments of discouragement, discontentment, and despair. Dr. Smallwood serves as Vice President for Advancement at Cedarville University.

Today's speaker is Dr. Trent Rogers, Dean of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies at Cedarville University. Dr. Rogers concludes the faculty series in the Book of Acts. Dr. Rogers teaches from Acts 28:16-31 that we must proclaim the gospel hope for all people; we are continuing the mission of Peter, Paul, and others to declare this message to the end of the earth.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Trey Storr continues his series on the names of God, focusing on the "Alpha and Omega" found in Revelation 21. He teaches about the beauty that we look forward to, and the warning to those who do not believe.

Today's speaker is Dr. Bob Lutz, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives at Cedarville University. Dr. Lutz challenges us to evaluate our faith to determine if it is genuine or counterfeit. His text is James 2:14-26.

Today's chapel is a panel discussion titled "Gen Z - Stepping into the Future of the Church." Dr. Jon Wood is joined by Dr. Zach Bowden, Mrs. Kim Ahlgrim, and Mrs. Ashlynn Robinette as they discuss perseverance, life purpose, fear and anxiety, and the use of technology.

Today's speaker is Dr. Zach Bowden, Assistant Professor of Theological Studies at Cedarville University. Dr. Bowden looks at Paul's perilous sailing journey in Acts 27, and talks about Paul's God-given courage in the face of adversity.

In today's message from Joshua 23:1-16, Dr. Thomas White urges us to cling to the Lord and not to the things of this world. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Trey Storr shows us from Romans 8 that the Spirit of God has made us sons of God, and brothers with Jesus Christ.

Today's speaker is Clare Jewell, Executive Director of ABWE EveryEthne and the Director of Generate for the General Association of Regular Baptist Churches. Speaking from John 4, Mr. Jewell encourages us to leave our comfort zone and share the good news of Jesus Christ with those who have not heard.

Today's speaker is Dr. Jon Wood, Vice President of Student Life and Christian Ministries at Cedarville University. Dr. Wood looks at three trials the apostle Paul endured in Acts 24-26, and then gives three lessons we can learn from Paul's defenses.

Today's chapel is led by recording artist, songwriter, and author, Andrew Peterson. He shares three of his favorite words that help him reset his personal compass, and encourages us to make known the deeds of the Lord.

Today's speaker is Dr. David Prince, Pastor of Preaching and Vision at Ashland Avenue Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Prince motivates us to see that Jesus Christ and His Gospel must be the center, the context, the goal, and the end of our Christian living. His text is Galatians 2:20.

Today's speaker is Colby Reese, winner of Cedarville University's MDiv Preaching Award. Speaking from Psalm 101, Mr. Reese urges us to follow the King in the way of integrity.

Today's speaker is Dr. Michael McKay, Associate Professor of Biblical Theology at Cedarville University. Dr. McKay continues the series entitled "Acts: The Advance of The Gospel", looking at Acts 21:27 - 22:21. In this passage, Dr. McKay teaches about God's formation of a new people comprised of believing Jews and Gentiles, and Paul's significant role in this endeavor.

Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. In today's message from Joshua 22:1-34, Dr. White encourages us to passionately pursue faithfulness to God.

Today's chapel is led by Cedarville University's Student Government Association. SGA Chaplain Trey Storr brings a message from Jeremiah 23, teaching that though much may fail us, God Himself will be with us as our Shepherd.