Over time I have discovered something very interesting about me. I like to visit as many Christian colleges and seminaries as I can, mostly because I love to see how other teachers handle their Greek classes. Today I took a day trip up to Lynchburg to speak at Liberty University.
My thanks to my former students Ben Laird and Thomas Hudgins for the invitation. I lectured in three of their classes on the subjects of (1) why we study Greek and (2) the theme of Philippians (no, it's not "joy").
The hour and a half drive up there was totally worth it. I experienced all that Liberty has to offer -- a great student body, an excellence faculty, and a new administration committed to the Great Commission. Plus, we had a lunch symposium together.
One again, I was reminded of why Liberty is one of the finest Christian universities in North America. I loved watching the students and the faculty interact.
I was thrilled to find out that their Greek classes are full and overflowing.
Did I say "in-person" classes?
Sure, you can study Greek and Hebrew online, but nothing can match the opportunity to study the languages up close and in person with an expert in the field. This is exactly what a Christian university ought to be doing. In fact, I couldn't be more proud of the way my former students are making an impact on the student body.
Thank you, Thomas and Ben, for the joy of addressing your classes today. I'm grateful and honored.