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Biola honors MLK’s legacy

Chapel speaker Michael Field calls Biolans to make King's dream of reconciliation a reality by loving God and their neighbor.
A chapel reflects on what the church can do to achieve Martin Luther King’s dream.
Shelby LaPorte, Entertainment Editor January 18, 2023

Biola’s Division of Diversity and Inclusion department held a chapel on January 18 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Pastor Michael Field, a teaching and executive pastor of staff and ministries at Fellowship Monrovia Church, shared a message that called Biolans to reflect on King’s legacy and what...

Meet the SMU presidential nominees

Biolans cast ballots for student representatives.
The Student Missionary Union candidates share their platforms and vision for 2022-2023.
Hannah Larson, Editor-in-Chief February 11, 2022

Biolans will have the chance to vote for the next Student Missionary Union president at the Bell Tower starting Monday, Feb. 14 at 10:30 a.m. after a special elections chapel. Polls close on Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 10:00 p.m. Two SMU presidential candidates shared the commitments and goals that make up...

Jesus would have chosen a guy like Charlie Brown to be his disciple

Jesus would have chosen a guy like Charlie Brown to be his disciple
Jesus' message was simple: “Follow me.”
Catherine Grattan, Freelance Writer November 8, 2021

As college students who regularly study the Bible in-depth, students forget that Jesus chose ordinary people to share his message of repentance, forgiveness and grace. While it is tempting to turn to Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology and indulge in a myriad of theological tenets, students can better...

Justin Bieber drops surprise Easter EP

Justin Bieber drops surprise Easter EP
The singer bears his soul and shares the gospel message in “Freedom.”
Lauren McBride, Senior Copy Editor April 6, 2021

While people relaxed in their homes celebrating a restful Easter afternoon, Justin Bieber surprised everyone with the release of a gospel EP titled “Freedom.” With his newest album “Justice” having been released not even three full weeks prior, “Freedom.” comes as a bigger shock to fans,...

Azusa Pacific University joins Biola for Gospel Fest

Azusa Pacific University joins Biola for Gospel Fest
The event promoted cultural awareness through afro-inspired gospel music.
Emily Coffey, Managing Editor February 14, 2020

Passion and joy filled Calvary Chapel this Thursday evening during Biola’s 35th annual Gospel Fest, themed “Breaking Through the Walls.” Intentionally scheduled during Black History Month, the two-hour chapel sought to expose audience members to gospel music to break through cultural and racial...

“Jesus is King” is powerful, yet unsatisfying

Kanye West releases his first gospel album "Jesus Is King."
Kanye’s anticipated gospel album entertains, but does not live up to his previous releases.
Sammy Newcomer October 31, 2019

After multiple delays, Kanye finally delivered “Jesus is King” on Oct. 25. The release, in typical Kanye fashion, was surrounded by controversy. This time, the calamity surrounds Kanye’s “rebirth” and conversion to Christianity. While some Christians fear Kanye is using the name of Jesus as...

From Yeezus to Jesus: Kanye fans should not fear his gospel attempt

Kanye West shifts his music to gospel instead of secular music.
Kanye’s attempts at gospel during his live shows have proven that fans should not fear a spiritual Kanye.
Sammy Newcomer October 5, 2019

With his new album “Jesus is King” releasing this fall, Kanye West once again turned to his pre-album release routine of making bold claims to keep himself in the spotlight. Although the album has been pushed multiple times from its original release date, select fans had the opportunity to hear the...

Christianity and socialism are totally incompatible

Christianity and socialism are totally incompatible
The gospel of Christ can have no part with the gospel of envy.
Brian Brooks, Freelance Writer March 2, 2019

(This story was originally published in print on Feb. 28, 2019). Luke tells us in Acts 4:32-35 that, in the early Church “all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need.”...

Q&A: SMU presidential candidate Carly Micheal

Q&A: SMU presidential candidate Carly Micheal
Hear why the junior business marketing major is running for president of the Student Missionary Union.
Julianna Hernandez, News Editor (Spring 2019) February 7, 2019

Q: Why do you feel equipped to lead SMU? A: I went on a trip with SMU first, so I've gotten to... be involved with SMU in that capacity, but then this year, I am also on the board of directors for SMU as the director of administration... I've gotten to be in all of those and take in part and participate...

Q&A: SMU presidential candidate Dee Jacocks

Q&A: SMU presidential candidate Dee Jacocks
Hear why the junior Christian ministries major is running for president of the Student Missionary Union.
Isabelle Thompson, Business Manager February 7, 2019

Q: Why do you feel equipped to lead SMU? A: “I definitely feel that God has equipped me to do this just throughout my life. I became a Christian when I was 18, and I’m 23 now… Everyone began to affirm my leadership and affirm God’s hand on me as far as wanting to study the word and wanting to...

Professors discuss social justice in light of the Gospel

Professors discuss social justice in light of the Gospel
Faculty members attempt to model healthy disagreements for students.
Jessica Brest, Freelance Writer October 8, 2018

Sociology professor Brad Christerson and biblical and theological studies professor Thaddeus Williams publicly discussed their differing viewpoints on how Christians should approach social justice in light of the Gospel on Oct. 3. President Barry Corey started these Duologues in the spring semester...

“Hiding Place” Review: Tori Kelly solaces listeners with gospel

“Hiding Place” Review: Tori Kelly solaces listeners with gospel
Tori Kelly’s sophomore album explores the singer-songwriter’s creative, gospel side.
Kayla Santos, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 20, 2018

Tori Kelly released her sophomore album “Hiding Place” on Sept. 14, delving deep into her Christian roots with uplifting gospel. Although she had not previously classified her music under the Christian genre, the “Nobody Love” singer and wife of a Biola alum has always been outspoken about her...