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Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

Content developed in collaboration with Dr. Earl Waggoner, Dean of the School of Biblical and Theological Studies at Colorado Christian University You've probably sat with your own version of this question: why do bad things happen to good people? Maybe it surfaced after a cancer diagnosis that came out of nowhere. Maybe after losing a loved...

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Going Back to School as an Adult: Our Online Programs for Busy Professionals

You've probably thought about it more than once. Maybe it's the promotion that keeps going to colleagues with degrees you don't have. Maybe it's a growing sense that the career you've worked hard to build isn't quite where you want it to end up. Or maybe it's simpler: you started a degree years ago, never finished, and it still sits in the back...

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Small Faith, Big God: How Mustard Seed Belief Changes Everything

The lie most believers carry is that their faith isn't enough. You've felt it, probably. There's a quiet suspicion that everyone around you has something you're missing, some deep reservoir of belief you can't seem to fill. You pray, you try to trust, and still the doubt creeps in. You wonder if God hears, or if He'd respond more readily if you...

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Emotional Intelligence From a Biblical Perspective: David’s Leadership Lesson

Business culture has spent decades treating emotional expression as a leadership risk. The “professional” posture has been to stay composed, stay strategic, and stay above the emotions your team is caught in. The result is a generation of leaders who are technically competent, strategically sharp, and emotionally...

What Does the Bible Say About Woke Culture

You hear the word "woke" everywhere. At work. In family group chats. From your kids when they come home from school. And somewhere in the middle of it all, you find yourself wondering: what does God's Word actually say about all this? Here's the good news. Scripture gives you a clear, hopeful, and practical way to think about justice, human...

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What Does the Bible Say About Personal Growth?

Is your personal growth making you more like the world or more like Christ? It's worth thinking about. Your days are packed: work deadlines, school drop-offs, and a to-do list that won't quit. Secular culture has plenty of answers. Optimize your morning. Set smarter spiritual goals. Find your best self. Some of those tools have value, but many...

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How Character Development Accelerates Career Advancement

You've done everything right. Earned the certifications. Hit your numbers. Showed up early, stayed late, volunteered for every high-visibility project. Yet somehow, the promotion went to someone else. If that is something you have experienced, you're not alone. And what you're about to discover might change the way you think about career...

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Why Ethical Marriage and Family Therapists Are Needed Now

You have probably felt it before. Sitting across from a friend whose marriage is falling apart, listening to a family member describe the loneliness they cannot shake, or watching a couple at church quietly drift further from each other. Something inside you wanted to do more than just listen. You wanted to help them heal. That feeling is more...

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What Does the Bible Say About Leadership?

You've been handed a promotion, a new team, or more responsibility at work. The pressure to perform is real. You want to lead well, but the models around you celebrate self-promotion, control, and climbing the corporate ladder at any cost. What if there's a better way? The Bible offers a radically different leadership model than the one the...

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Why Business Leaders Are Adding AI to Their MBA

Artificial intelligence isn't just for tech companies anymore. It's reshaping how organizations make decisions, serve customers, and plan for the future. If you're a working professional thinking about your next career move, that shift matters more than you might expect. You don't need to be a software engineer to see it happening. Project...

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Leading Through Prolonged Crisis: Moses’ 40-Year Wilderness Journey

Eighteen months ago, your organization's leadership team announced the organization needed to restructure. That was three announcements and one pandemic-adjacent economic shock ago. Your teams keep asking when things will stabilize, and you've run out of answers that don't sound hollow. The stress is real. You're tired of operating in crisis...

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Computer Science vs IT Degree? How to Choose the Right Path.

Choosing between a Computer Science vs an Information Technology degree can be confusing. Both paths lead to stable, well-paying careers in today's digital economy, but they take very different approaches to technology. The tech industry is a broad field, and picking the right bachelor's degree now can shape your earning potential for years to...

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How to Prevent Burnout: Build Systems That Scale Your Leadership

You know the advice. Set boundaries. Take regular breaks. Practice self-care. Maybe you've tried meditation or practicing yoga on weekends. Yet here you are at 10 p.m., answering emails that could wait. Your body aches. Your energy levels have crashed. Spending time with your family feels like another task on an endless list. You feel...

Trusting in the Lord: You Don’t Have To Go It Alone

You've probably heard it since childhood: "be strong", "be independent", "figure it out". But what happens when you've figured it out, muscled through, and still feel empty? When you've checked every box, solved every problem, and still lie awake at night wondering why your soul feels so dry? The Bible offers a striking picture of two very...

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Early Childhood Education vs. Elementary Education Degree

As you stand at a crossroads in your career, choosing between an early childhood education or elementary education degree, remember that both paths offer meaningful careers working with young children. However, they differ significantly in focus, curriculum, and professional opportunities. The distinction matters more than you might...

How to Delegate Effectively Using the Jethro Principle

Your calendar overflows with meetings you should have delegated months ago. Your inbox contains questions only you can answer, because no one else understands the full picture. Meanwhile, three critical projects stall on your desk while your team waits for direction they could provide themselves if given the chance. The bottleneck isn't your...

Comparing Online Christian Colleges: A Decision Framework

If you're exploring online Christian colleges, you're already asking the right questions. You want more than a diploma. You want an education that grows your faith, fits your schedule, and actually moves your career forward. The challenge? Not every program delivers on those promises. Some schools talk about Christian values but don't integrate...

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Interdenominational vs. Non-Denominational: Finding Your Theological Educational Fit

There is a crossroads that countless Christian learners face when selecting their educational path between interdenominational and non-denominational universities for their faith-based learning journey. Perhaps you grew up “in” a specific denomination but find yourself drawn to the broader Christian community. Perhaps your...

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What Does the Bible Say About Ambition and Career Advancement?

Ambition can inspire action and evoke a wide array of emotions. On the one hand, it can inspire people to do incredible things and succeed in ways they never thought possible. However, it has also led to people exercising poor judgment, leading to strained relationships. What does the bible say about ambition? Biblical ambition turns work into...

Finding Purpose Through Education: Why Your Calling Matters More Than Your Degree

You stand at a crossroads where your deepest convictions meet your professional aspirations, perhaps you've questioned whether pursuing higher education aligns with your life goals. Have you wondered if your calling extends beyond the credentials hanging on your wall? The tension between practical career advancement and meaningful purpose...

Thanksgiving vs. Christmas: How Should We Celebrate This Season?

As Christmas decorations appear earlier each year, even before Thanksgiving, it's worth asking why we're rushing past one holiday to get to another. Dr. David Murphy, Dean of Behavioral and Social Sciences at CCU's College of Adult and Graduate Studies, explores this phenomenon in a recent article for The Christian Post. He suggests that in...

How To Deal With Setbacks: A Faith-Fueled Path to Resilience

Setbacks happen to everyone, but when you're a hardworking parent balancing your career, family, and faith-driven education, even a minor disruption can feel like a major life detour. Whether you're facing job loss, a failed course, family stress, or just an overwhelming season, it's easy to fall into negative thinking and lose sight of your...

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8 Jobs You Can Get With a Specialized Business Leadership Degree

Imagine stepping into a leadership role where your professional expertise and Christian values work together to create lasting organizational change. A degree from Colorado Christian University incorporates leadership into the curriculum, which offers more than just career advancement. It's preparation for purpose-driven leadership opportunities...

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Top 6 Characteristics of an Effective Criminal Investigator

Do you aspire to work behind the scenes to solve crimes, uncover hidden truths, and bring justice to those who need it most? The path to becoming a criminal investigator is more than a career choice; it's a calling that blends science, strategy, and an unwavering sense of purpose rooted in the pursuit of truth and justice. Real-world criminal...

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