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Briercrest College Blog

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Featured Post

Sharing Your Faith Without Losing It

By Joel Houston

A theology professor reflects on the complications and riches to be found in practicing Christian apologetics.

Editor's Picks

Why We Need Church in the Digital Age

By Joel Houston

In our age of efficiency and distraction, church takes forever. But that’s exactly why we need it. Joel Houston, PhD, explains why Church should be slow, inefficient, and a little inconvenient—and in that way, completely irreplaceable.

What Are We Asking of Technology?

By Joel Houston

Modern technology is radically altering our lives. Is uncritical acceptance of new technologies the right way forward for us as Christians? Joel Houston, PhD, poses six questions we should be asking of technology before we welcome it into our lives.

Am I a Bad Christian Because I Deal with Anxiety or Depression?

By Sari Faith

Sari Faith, former Director of Counselling and Health Services at Briercrest, dismantles lies about mental illness in this special Bell Let's Talk Day post.

I Don't Live in Dorm: How Do I Find Community?

By Shailey Cara

If you don't live in the dorm, how do you access meaningful community at Briercrest? A fourth-year college student shares advice that can help students of BCA, Briercrest College, and Briercrest Seminary.

What We Bring to the Table: Finding Community in the Cafeteria

By Matt Durksen

Even though we do it every day, time spent eating often goes unnoticed. But eating together is central to developing community and growing as disciples of Jesus. Here’s why eating together matters, and how you can make the most of the cafeteria.

4 Elements of Great Christian Mentoring

By Timothy Lenko

Christian mentorship makes an enormous difference to the discipleship of youth, emerging adults, and adults. How can we improve our practice of something this influential?

Podcasts

 

College Chaplain Jason Wendel and Professor Joel Houston host a live webinar to cap off their conversation about predestination and atonement.

College Chaplain Jason Wendel and Matt Blackaby look at Matthew 13 and discuss how the Kingdom of Heaven is worth more than everything we have.

Briercrest College chaplain Jason Wendel and Matt Blackaby discuss the radical call to discipleship in Luke 14.

Jason and Matt take a look at Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane and what it means for Jesus to pray that not His will, but the Father's be done.

More Podcasts

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Is College Stress Worth It?

College: A time of excitement, growth, and immense pressure. With the stakes so high it's easy to question whether the sacrifices made are worth it.

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Does "A Change Is as Good as a Rest" Apply to Stressed Out College Students?

Explore how the old English saying 'a change is as good as a rest' might provide relief for stressed college students juggling academic, social, and personal pressures in their continuous cycle of exams and events.

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From Overwhelmed to Empowered: A Guide for Navigating College Stress

Discover how to navigate the ups and downs of college life in this comprehensive guide. Learn practical strategies to manage stress, balance your workload, and prioritize self-care.

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Tips for Mastering the First Anxious Weeks of College

The first week at Briercrest can be challenging and adventurous, as Eliana Beglaw explores in this insightful article. Learn from her valuable firsthand experiences and discover helpful tips for a less stressful first few weeks.

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Strategies for Success as a Mature Student at Briercrest College

Coming to Briercrest this fall as a mature student? Here are some valuable strategies and practical advice for success. Learn how to make the most of returning to college later in life.

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Why Study Psychology at Briercrest?

A senior psychology student shares the top reasons to study Psychology at a Christian college like Briercrest.

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Discipleship and the Holy Spirit

Mary's faith is a worthy meditation even beyond the Advent season. What does Gabriel's word about the Holy Spirit and Mary's trusting response say about our Christian journey?

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4 Reasons to Take a One-Year Certificate in Biblical Studies

A fourth-year student reflects on how valuable it was to begin his program with a one-year Certificate of Biblical Studies. It is transferable, transformative, and trajectory shaping.

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Why Charles Taylor? Why Briercrest?

Briercrest's upcoming conference was inspired by Charles Taylor's scholarship. Dr. Joy Demoskoff explores the intersection of Taylor's ideas and Briercrest's mission.

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7 Ways to Make the Most of Your First Weeks at Briercrest

Whether you are a freshman or a returning student, your first weeks help set the tone for the whole year! Here are a few things to try as you start this new chapter.


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