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“Since education is key to the transformation of the culture, then education with a biblical worldview is essential.” can icon, and the idea of “schooling” was accepted as a major social institution. The latter half of the 20th centu- ry witnessed increased federal spending for public educa- tion, more government control rather than local influence, legal support for the teaching of evolution, and laws against prayer and Bible reading in schools. From colonial days when religion and education were one, to the present where God is not allowed in the classroom, we observe a complete sweep of the spectrum. Humanists are strategic in their efforts to create a world that exempts God and places man at the center of authority and truth. One would expect a humanistic culture to create a human- istic system of education; therefore, secular humanism is the foundation of education for most of our nation today, and its principles are taught as truth. Having walked away from biblical truth, Christians have allowed this transformation and have even enabled it, with many accepting secular humanism as the prevailing model of education. The conflicts within the sphere of education mirror the tensions and confusions of society at large. Ephesians 6:12 says, “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forc- es of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in heavenly places.” The struggle between the purposes of God and the purposes of the world are very evident today. It goes beyond education, but the arena of education is an absolute in terms of a battleground victory. The outcome of the dispute determines who will shape the minds and souls of our students. Since education is key to the transformation of the culture, then education with a biblical worldview is essential. True education places Christ at the center. ■ Dr. Gary House has served as a college professor and pastor. He has been a lifelong student of the history of American education, apologetics, worldview studies, and the history of American revivalism. He holds a Ph.D. in Historical Foundations of Education from the Uni- versity of South Carolina, an M.A. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, an M.Div. from Asbury Theological Seminary, and a B.A. from Asbury University. He and his wife, Laura, have three adult children and live in Lynchburg, VA. Undergraduate Programs • • • • • 19 residential Bachelor’s programs 16:1 Student to Faculty ratio Honors program Study abroad opportunities Online Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Business Degrees Graduate & Seminary Programs • Online or on-campus programs • Master of Arts, Master of Divinity • Master of Business Administration • Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Ministry • Graduate and Postgraduate Certificates ENROLL TODAY! (800) 777-2227 CIU.edu/apply Columbia International University admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin and complies with Title IX regulations. 21