January 13, 2026 by

I chose to attend Cedarville as a senior in high school because I wanted to spend the next four years of my life growing closer to Christ. I didn’t know what that would look like but had complete peace that Cedarville is where I needed to be. 

Now, as a senior professional writing and information design major, I’m seeing that my time at Cedarville didn’t just grow me closer to the Lord — it transformed my outlook to view life through a biblical perspective.  

Whether you are looking forward to starting your own time at Cedarville soon or are already partway through your 1000 Days, I hope these three tips will help you make the most of the spiritual growth opportunities you’ll find here! 

Tip #1: Invest In Your Bible Classes  

At Cedarville, every student takes a Bible minor. Within the minor, you take five Bible classes to grow your knowledge of God’s Word and how to apply it to your lie. This is something that distinguishes Cedarville from many universities and something that is worthwhile to invest in during your time here. 

My favorite class in the minor was Theology 1 with Dr. Arnold. He didn’t just lecture to us about theology; he gave us the freedom to think through the content and learn from historical church figures. This class taught me how to think critically about Scripture and how to defend what I believe.  

Through the other Bible minor courses, I learned how to view the Bible as one overarching Gospel story. They challenged me to go deeper in my studies and take the time to think through the historical, theological, and personal implications of what I was reading. Not only did the Bible minor teach me how to interpret Scripture, but I was also encouraged to make studying it a regular part of my life.

Cedarville also offers additional biblical minors, in case you would like to go even deeper in your study of Scripture. I am forever grateful to have walked through the women’s ministry minor. These courses taught me how to be a godly woman, how to teach other young women and girls to walk in godliness, and how to faithfully serve in the local church.  

Studying my Biblical Theology of Womanhood notes while enjoying an iced Peanut Butter, Banana, and Honey Latte at Orion.

Tip #2: Join A Local Church 

Cedarville strongly encourages you to not only join a local church but serve and have faithful fellow members pour into you. When I entered Cedarville as a freshman, I didn’t understand what it meant to be a part of a church family. I wasn’t even regularly attending a local church.  

I didn’t take my first step of obedience until I was in my Bible and the Gospel course. The professor assigned us to attend a local church for a month straight and document what we learned and how attending in person affected our faith. Ever since, I continued to prioritize regular church attendance.  

Through some of Cedarville’s chapel speakers, the Lord convicted me to go deeper and get plugged into my local church. I then joined their young adult group and started serving in the women’s and children’s ministries. 

I am forever grateful for Cedarville’s encouragement to begin serving the church during your 1000 Days. As graduation nears, I feel equipped to faithfully attend and serve my next local church. Cedarville has transformed me from rarely attending church to a humble servant-leader in the body of Christ.   

Praying over the new year with Genoa Church’s Young Adult Ministry at Cross Conference.

Tip #3: Prepare To Use Your Faith in the Workplace  

Cedarville has also changed my mindset as I am transitioning into my career. I no longer view my occupation as just something that I need to do each day. I see it as my mission field and opportunity to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus. 

Every course in my field taught me to work with excellence and integrity in the things I do. My professors encouraged us to remember Colossians 3:23, which states, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”  

This verse applies to every major and department on campus. Cedarville prepares you to be a light in the way you live your life. During your time here, strive to please the Lord and put your best effort into everything you do. By simply following the Word, you can live as an example of Christ’s love. 

The Communication Connect student organization I’m involved in on campus reminds me constantly that we are to be the salt and light of the earth. Using what I learned at Cedarville, I hope to demonstrate Christ-honoring conduct and love for others in the workplace that will make nonbelievers take notice. In your own classes and extracurriculars, be thinking about how what you’re learning will influence your life post-graduation! 

Serving Hope Rising’s Pregnancy Resource Center with the Communication Connect Organization.

Cedarville Will Challenge You To Personalize Your Faith 

Cedarville is a university that will not only educate you but also challenge you to dig deeper in your faith. You will receive daily spiritual growth opportunities through your Bible minor, local church, friendships, chapel messages, and so much more. 

The day that I decided to choose Cedarville, I had no idea how much deeper my faith could grow. I hope you will have the same wonderful spiritual growth I have experienced during my four years here! 

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