Thursday, September 12, 2013

Step Up -- Display the Splendor

What if? What if God really wants you to step up to the challenge of displaying his splendor? Wow!

At Oak Hills Christian College we often reflect on Isaiah 61:3b, "They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor." Who are these mighty oaks? Not the strong, the young, the talented! No! They are the poor, the brokenhearted, the captives and prisoners, and those who have experienced mourning and despair. It is not that these folks are good in and of themselves, but that they have been deeply touched by the hand of Jesus and know his restoration.

Christian adults who have been "knocked around a bit by life" and who have learned the sufficiency of God's grace are among the chosen ones who are able to display God's splendor. The strong, the young, the talented who have responded to the good news of grace have this call as well.

Share your story and share the grace. And when God calls you to go deeper in your understanding of his good news (the gospel) and of the culture in which you live - step up to the challenge. Sure, it may be hard and demand greater grit and perseverance than you ever thought possible. You know all the reasons why you hesitate to start or finish your degree at Oak Hills. You know the pros and cons for joining an online degree program. And still, the call to display God's splendor with all that is in you is there. Step up!

Oak Hills online degree programs include the Bachelor in Leadership and Ministry and the Associate in Biblical Studies and Ministry. You can start your journey today. Don't hesitate. Give us a call.

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