The Eric Metaxas Show

Dr. Gerson Moreno-Riaño

Jul 11, 2025
Gerson Moreno-Riaño, President of Cornerstone University, discusses the vital role of Christian values in higher education. He highlights the concerning trends in prestigious institutions drifting from their foundational beliefs. The conversation emphasizes integrity and courage, illustrating Cornerstone's commitment to a biblical worldview. Dr. Moreno-Riaño also addresses funding challenges and the need for educational choices that align with ethical principles, advocating for a return to truth and integrity in academia.
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ANECDOTE

Melting A King's Statue Into Musket Balls

  • Eric Metaxas recounts New Yorkers tearing down King George III's gilded lead statue on July 9, 1776.
  • They melted it into musket balls to fight the very monarchy it represented.
INSIGHT

Higher Education Started To Train Ministers

  • Gerson Moreno-Riaño says early American colleges aimed to train ministers and connect Christian theology to public service.
  • He argues universities have drifted from that purpose toward prestige and secular wisdom.
INSIGHT

Prestige Often Beats Faith In Academia

  • Gerson Moreno-Riaño argues many universities now prize freedom, prestige, and worldly wisdom over fidelity to Christ.
  • He links that shift to why some evangelical institutions chase academic respect instead of scripture.
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