Breakpoint Colleges Closing and the Church's Opportunity
Nov 18, 2025
The discussion highlights the alarming trend of Christian colleges closing, driven by financial strains and mission drift. It explores how these challenges can spark a resurgence in educational excellence by refocusing on biblical principles. The host argues for reclaiming faith-based ideals to resist compromises in education. The conversation invites listeners to see these closures not just as setbacks, but as opportunities for renewal and growth in the academic landscape.
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Recent Christian Colleges Closing Or Restructuring
- Trinity Christian College, Trinity International University, and The King's College faced major changes or closure in recent years.
- These institutional stories illustrate a broader trend of Christian higher education struggling to sustain traditional residential, mission-driven models.
Perfect Storm Driving Mission Drift
- Colleges face a perfect storm of low enrollment, debt, and the rise of online education since COVID.
- Mission drift toward activism and critical theory makes some Christian colleges indistinguishable from secular options.
Christian Education Must Be Distinctive
- Many Christian schools have become mere 'Christian merch' with little distinct educational value.
- The church has historical roots in education and can animate new, distinct opportunities for excellence.
