Dr. Thomas W. White - Chapel Messages: Recent Episodes
Cedarville University
Chapel at Cedarville University provides an opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and friends to gather in community for encouragement and worship. Daily speakers challenge chapel participants to a deeper walk with Christ and a greater understanding of God's word. Dr. Thomas W. White, Cedarville's president, is the regular Monday chapel speaker and a favorite of students.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White concludes his series in the Gospel of Mark, proclaiming that the risen Jesus calls us to go and tell. His text is Mark 16:1-8.
Chapel Recap: What Will You Do With Jesus?
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued the series in Mark, preaching from Mark 15 and centering the message on how the events of the crucifixion answer a key question: What do I do with Jesus?
Dr. White first pointed to the world’s response — to scorn and reject Christ (vv. 1–20). Jesus was mocked, beaten, and dismissed by those around Him. Yet this response is not limited to the past. “Our world is still looking for all the wrong things in Jesus,” Dr. White said. Rather than receiving Him as Savior, many reshape Him to fit their expectations or reject Him altogether.
Next, Dr. White highlighted the Father’s response — sending Jesus as both Substitute and Savior (vv. 21–38). On the cross, Jesus was crucified in your place, bearing the punishment for sin. He was abandoned for your sin, experiencing the weight of separation so that you would not have to. And when He died, the curtain was torn, symbolizing that access to God was now open. “He bore the curse for us,” Dr. White reminded.
Finally, Dr. White turned to faith’s response — recognizing Jesus as the Son of God (vv. 39–47). The Roman centurion, witnessing the crucifixion, confessed who Jesus truly was. Others remained faithfully present, testifying to His death and burial. The proper response to the cross is belief and true surrender.
Dr. White closed with a challenge: “Have you pondered the cross long enough that you are able to live your life in a way that might cost you something?”
Mark 15 forces a decision. You cannot remain neutral. The world rejects Him, the Father offers Him, and faith receives Him. The question remains: What will you do with Jesus?
Chapel Recap: The Faithful One
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued his series in Mark, preaching from Mark 14 with a powerful contrast: faithfulness versus faithlessness. Throughout the chapter, different responses to Jesus reveal the condition of the human heart — and ultimately point to Christ as the only perfectly faithful One.
Dr. White first highlighted the contrast between costly love and calculated betrayal (vv. 1–11). While one woman poured out a costly offering in devotion to Jesus, Judas plotted betrayal for personal gain. This contrast raises a searching question: Do you give everything to Jesus, or do you seek to gain something from Him?
Next, in verses 12–25, Dr. White highlighted the contrast between covenant faithfulness and hidden betrayal. As Jesus shared the Passover with His disciples, He revealed both His coming sacrifice and the betrayal within their midst. Even in the face of unfaithfulness, Jesus remained committed to fulfilling God’s covenant plan.
In verses 26–52, the focus shifted to the contrast between submissive obedience and sleeping weakness. While Jesus prayed in deep anguish and submitted fully to the Father’s will, His disciples slept. Their weakness highlights the struggle of human faith, especially in moments of testing.
Finally, verses 53–72 present the contrast between courageous confession and fearful denial. Jesus stood firm before His accusers, boldly declaring the truth, while Peter denied Him out of fear. Yet even Peter’s failure is not the end of the story.
Dr. White reminded us that “the Gospel is the exclusive good news of Jesus Christ.” Jesus stands alone as the faithful One. “Jesus died so that you can be saved,” he said. “He is the faithful One.”
The applications for this message are direct. Do you respond to conviction like Judas, turning away, or like Peter, who ultimately repented? Do you trust in your own strength or in Christ’s faithfulness?
The message closed with hope: “If we are faithless, He remains faithful” (2 Timothy 2:13). Because Jesus went to the cross alone, you never have to face anything alone again. If you have trusted in Him, His presence is constant and His faithfulness unchanging.
Mark 14 reminds you that while human faith may falter, Jesus never does — and that is the good news.
Chapel Recap: Stay Awake, Stand Firm, Stay Faithful
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued his series in Mark, preaching from Mark 13. The main idea he drew from the passage was the call to stay awake, stand firm, and stay faithful, because Jesus is coming again.
Dr. White walked through the chapter in four sections. First, stay faithful against deception (13:1–8). Jesus warns that many will come with false claims and misleading messages. The call is not to panic but to remain grounded in truth. “We don’t trust the world; we trust the Word,” Dr. White said. “The Word will last forever.”
Second, stand firm through tribulation (13:9–23). Following Jesus will bring opposition, difficulty, and even suffering. Faithfulness is proven not in ease, but in perseverance.
Third, stay hopeful by trusting the promise (13:24–31). No matter what unfolds in the world, the return of Christ is certain. “It doesn’t matter what happens,” Dr. White reminded, “Jesus is coming again.”
Finally, stay awake and live ready (13:32–37). Since the timing of Christ’s return is unknown, the call is to live with constant readiness — spiritually alert, actively faithful, and fully engaged in what God has given you to do.
Dr. White gave us clear applications:
- Be hopeful and stay anchored in the certainty of Christ’s return.
- Be discerning and keep the main thing the main thing.
- Be alert and remain spiritually awake.
- Be faithful and continue the work of advancing God’s Kingdom.
Dr. White concluded with a final call to live for God’s glory. “You have the opportunity to use your God-given gifts and your God-given passions for God’s glory for the rest of your life.”
Chapel Recap: Surrender to the King
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued his series in Mark, walking through Mark 11:27–12:44 with a clear declaration: Jesus is the King. The central theme of Dr. White’s message is this: surrender your life to the King who gave His life.
Dr. White began by highlighting that the King holds total authority (11:27–12:12). Religious leaders questioned Jesus’ authority, but their challenge only exposed their refusal to submit. Jesus’ parable of the tenants makes the truth plain: The Son has rightful authority, and rejecting Him carries serious consequences. “Submit your life to the King who holds all the authority,” Dr. White urged. “He gave His life to ransom you — to free you.” The proper response to a King like this is humility. “Humble yourself before He humbles you. Walk in humility and repentance — remain teachable.”
Next, Dr. White showed that the King defines what belongs to Him (12:13–27). When asked about paying taxes, Jesus pointed beyond politics to identity. You bear God’s image, which means your life ultimately belongs to Him. Regardless of status or background, every person has value because they are made in the image of God — and that image implies ownership.
Then, Dr. White revealed that the King calls for love that holds nothing back (12:28–37). Loving God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength leaves no room for partial allegiance. Surrender is not fragmented; it is wholehearted.
Finally, Dr. White worked through Mark 12:38–44, in which the King exposes what surrender really looks like. The scribes sought recognition, but the widow quietly gave everything she had. True surrender is not measured by appearance but by trust and sacrifice.
Jesus is not merely a teacher to admire — He is the King to whom you must surrender. He gave His life to ransom you. The only fitting response is wholehearted devotion, humble repentance, and complete allegiance to the King who reigns.
Chapel Recap: Authentic Faith Over Empty Religion
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued his series in Mark, preaching from Mark 11 with a clear main idea: Jesus exposes fruitless religion by demanding authentic faith.
Dr. White began by highlighting the opening of the chapter, where Jesus the King enters Jerusalem (11:1–11). The crowds welcomed Him with celebration and outward praise, but many misunderstood the kind of King He truly was. This moment sets the stage for what follows — a confrontation between appearance and reality.
Next, in verses 12–21, Jesus the Judge exposes fruitlessness. By cursing the fig tree and cleansing the temple, Jesus delivers a powerful message: Outward signs of life mean nothing without real spiritual fruit. Religious activity, traditions, and public displays can mask a heart that is far from God. Jesus is not impressed with leaves; He looks for fruit.
Finally, in verses 22–25, Jesus the Teacher emphasizes faith. True relationship with God is marked by trust, prayer, and forgiveness. If you have authentic faith, you will believe God, seek Him sincerely, and reflect His character in how you treat others.
The application Dr. White gave was direct. First, Jesus cares more about your authenticity than your appearance. It is possible to look spiritually alive while remaining spiritually empty. Second, take intentional moments to be genuine with God. “We have the opportunity to be purely authentic directly with God,” Dr. White reminded.
Mark 11 calls you to examine your heart. Are you cultivating real faith or merely maintaining religious appearance? Jesus the King still seeks authentic worshipers — those whose lives bear fruit rooted in genuine trust and devotion.
Chapel Recap: The Way of the Servant King
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White preached from Mark 10, calling us to follow Jesus on what he described simply as “The Way.” This Way, he explained, is not marked by status, self-promotion, or personal gain, but by selfless service and surrender. “The Christian life is about denying self,” Dr. White said. “It’s about serving the King.”
Walking through the chapter, Dr. White highlighted five defining characteristics of The Way. First, The Way values covenant faithfulness (10:1–12). Faithfulness in marriage and relationships reflects the unchanging faithfulness of God Himself. Following Jesus means honoring commitments in a culture that often treats them lightly.
Second, The Way embraces childlike faith (10:13–16). The Kingdom of God belongs not to the self-sufficient but to those who receive it with humble dependence. Childlike trust stands in contrast to prideful independence.
Third, The Way trusts God, not gold (10:17–31). The rich young ruler’s story reveals how easily possessions can become obstacles to wholehearted discipleship. Dr. White challenged us to consider what we might be gripping too tightly. True security is not found in wealth but in trusting God completely.
Fourth, The Way serves rather than seeks to be served (10:32–45). While the disciples argued about greatness, Jesus redefined it. Greatness in His Kingdom is measured by humility and sacrifice.
Finally, The Way follows the Servant King (10:46–52). Blind Bartimaeus demonstrates persistent faith, crying out to Jesus and following Him once healed. Discipleship means seeing Jesus clearly and responding wholeheartedly.
Dr. White concluded with three applications: Redefine greatness before the world defines you, identify your “gold” and loosen your grip, and practice hidden, unseen service.
“It’s not about us; it’s about Him. Always will be,” he reminded us. The way of Jesus is narrow, costly, and countercultural — but it is also the path of true life. And as we walk in this Way, we are deeply loved by the King we serve.
Chapel Recap: The Call to Deny Ourselves
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White preached from Mark 9, calling us to a discipleship marked by self-denial and wholehearted obedience to Christ. Jesus calls us away from self-reliance and self-promotion and toward prayerful dependence, humble service, generous unity, and uncompromising obedience.
Dr. White began with Mark 9:14–29, where Jesus confronts a demon that the disciples were unable to cast out. This moment exposes the danger of self-reliance in one’s spiritual life. Dr. White emphasized that victory over sin and spiritual opposition does not come from human strength but from reliance on God, reminding students that temptation is never neutral. “The temptations that come your way are not for your benefit or flourishing — they are to destroy you.”
Next, in verses 30–37, Dr. White highlighted Jesus’ call to humble service instead of self-promotion. True discipleship is not about platform or recognition, but about seeking to serve others faithfully.
In verses 38–41, Dr. White addressed generous unity instead of spiritual rivalry. The disciples were threatened by others doing ministry in Jesus’ name who were not part of their inner circle. Jesus corrected them, showing that God’s work is bigger than personal influence or control. Kingdom-minded faith celebrates God’s work wherever it is truly happening, even when it doesn’t always match our personal preferences.
Finally, verses 42–50 delivered one of Jesus’ most alarming warnings: Pursue uncompromising obedience instead of casual Christianity. Dr. White stressed that sin is deadly serious. “You are created in the image of the God the devil hates,” he said, “and he wants to destroy everything in that image.” Because of that, believers must take radical steps to fight sin, refusing to tolerate what leads the heart away from Christ.
Dr. White concluded with a few quick but practical applications drawn directly from the passage: cultivate prayerful dependence, pursue humble service, practice generous unity, and commit to uncompromising obedience.
Chapel Recap: Seeing Jesus Clearly
Today in chapel, Dr. Thomas White brought us through Mark 8, centered on one powerful theme: Seeing clearly means serving the Jesus we need, not the Jesus we want.
Dr. White structured his message around a series of contrasts found throughout the chapter, each revealing how easy it is to misunderstand Jesus even while being close to Him.
First, verses 1–10 describe provision without perception. The disciples witnessed Jesus miraculously feed thousands, yet they still struggled to understand who He truly was. “We can see God provide,” Dr. White explained, “but fail to perceive that He is the ultimate Provider.” Seeing miracles does not automatically produce spiritual clarity.
Next, verses 11–13 reveal religion without recognition. The Pharisees demanded a sign, not because they lacked evidence, but because they lacked belief. “You can have religion,” Dr. White warned, “and not recognize who Jesus really is.”
In verses 14–26, Dr. White pointed to discipleship without discernment. The disciples were physically near Jesus but spiritually confused and in need of corrected vision. This section culminates in Jesus healing a blind man in stages — a living illustration of how spiritual sight often develops gradually.
Verses 27–33 feature confession without comprehension. Peter correctly confessed Jesus as the Christ yet immediately rejected the idea of a suffering Messiah. Knowing the right answer about Jesus does not mean we fully understand His mission.
That misunderstanding leads to the heart of the chapter in verses 34–38: no crown without a cross. Jesus identifies that following Him requires self-denial and sacrifice. “Discipleship,” Dr. White said, “is the willingness to lose your life for the sake of the Gospel.”
Finally, Dr. White pointed ahead to the beginning of Mark 9, offering a glimpse of glory. Though suffering is real and unavoidable, it is not the end. “The Messiah must suffer,” Dr. White said, “and if you follow Him, you will suffer too.” Yet that suffering is framed by future glory, giving us hope and endurance through this present life.
Today in chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued his sermon series in the Gospel of Mark, covering chapter seven. The main idea was, “Transformation comes from a new heart, not new habits.” Dr. White addressed the legalism seen in the Pharisees and other religious leaders in the passage and compared it to the legalism found in our own hearts.
Hypocritical Religious Works (7:1–13)
First, Dr. White walked through how the laws that the religious leaders were opposing the laws given by God. They were placing their manmade laws level with Scripture and sometimes even above it. Jesus called them out on their sin, bringing to light the hypocrisy and judgement that these leaders had brought into their faith.
Dr. White says that “we are to be people of the Book. We are not to look to the traditions of man to follow God.” He encouraged listeners to think about their personal preferences versus biblical mandates and what their heart posture is about both.
The Heart of the Problem (7:14–23)
Dr. White called to attention the heart posture of this legalism, addressing how sin runs deep in our lives. According to Jeremiah 17:9, all hearts are deceitful and evil, and this is the root of all of our shortcomings. There is nothing that we can do to fix ourselves; no mandates, spiritual disciplines, or hard work can cure our sick hearts.
However, placing our trust in Christ frees us from our sinful ways. Dr. White encouraged listeners to dwell on the words of Psalm 51: “Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.” Jesus is the only true solution to our sin nature.
The Healing of the Savior (7:24–27)
The final section of the sermon addressed the healing power of Christ against legalism and calloused hearts. Dr. White pointed out that Jesus commended the faith of the woman in verses 24–30 — this was significant because she was the only Gentile present. The religious leaders were not happy about this, which further revealed their heart posture and how hardened they had become due to their strict legalism.
To close, Dr. White further emphasized how Jesus’ forgiveness is the only way for us to be saved from our evil hearts. No number of rules will save us; we need the cleansing blood of Christ to cover our sins and create clean hearts within us.
Sometimes, it seems like we wake up to a new problem or challenge every day. We become anxious about our circumstances, forgetting everything Jesus has done for us in the past. But in Mark 6:30–56, we see that Jesus is enough.
Satisfying Our Hunger
Have you ever waited in excited expectation of something, only to be disappointed when it doesn’t go your way? In verses 30–44, the disciples were likely looking forward to spending time alone with Jesus, but their plan was ruined when a large crowd of people followed them.
When they asked Jesus to send these people away, they had good intentions, understanding that there genuinely wasn’t enough for everybody to eat. In response, Jesus told them to feed them all — a seemingly impossible task. Have you ever believed that you just can’t possibly do something God has called you to do?
The disciples found five loaves and two fish. In John’s version of the story, we are told that they belonged to a young boy. He didn’t have enough, but he had something. He brought his meager resources and set them before Jesus, who did great things with them because He is enough. He does the same with the small contributions we have to offer Him.
The feast with Jesus left everyone satisfied. At the end, Jesus left twelve baskets full: perhaps one for each disciple, to remind them that He is enough.
Calming Our Fears
When Jesus told His disciples to get in the boat, they obeyed and went in the direction He instructed. When we obey Him, we can face difficulty. Yet, He still calls us to obey.
When the disciples saw Jesus walking on water, they were terrified. What Jesus communicated in verse 50 was, “Take heart; I Am.” This was a reference to Exodus 3. Jesus comforted them with His name and His character.
In John’s version of the story, we find that Peter stepped out of the boat to join Jesus on the waves. How many of us would do that? Would we be so afraid to fail that we wouldn’t even try? We have no need to fear that. Your failures do not define you; your relationship with Jesus does. Get back up and keep following Him!
Healing Our Brokenness
Although the disciples had been headed to Bethsaida, they ended up in Gennesaret instead. Sometimes, we think we’re headed to one place when Christ is really going to take us somewhere else. When He redirected their path, they hadn’t failed. They’d gone exactly where He wanted them to go.
When they got out of the boat, He went around healing the sick. When people even touched the fringe of His garment, they were made well. This is what Jesus does for us.
Jesus’s compassion is enough to satisfy our hunger. His power is enough to calm our fears. And His mercy is enough to heal our brokenness. Let us lean into Him, remembering that He truly is enough!
In Mark 6:1–29, we are challenged to be faithful in the face of unbelief.
Scorned in the Synagogue (1–6)
Upon coming home to Nazareth, Jesus found the people of His hometown skeptical. They insulted him and wanted nothing to do with Him, and Jesus was amazed at their unbelief. We, too, will face the unbelief of our family and friends, and we must decide to be faithful despite it.
We also must evaluate whether we ourselves are too familiar with the Gospel. Often, when we read passages about amazing miracles, we have heard it so many times that we tune it out — we need to be amazed at what the Bible says! The Creator of the universe humbled Himself to come down to earth, experience rejection, and die for us. This is astounding, and yet we’re more interested in watching the next Instagram reel than in getting to know Him better! If we continue in this pattern, we will not be changed by the Gospel in the way that we should be.
Sent to Serve (7–13)
Jesus sent out His disciples even though He knew they would mess up. Jesus is just looking for willing vessels. You don’t need to have all the answers or a special degree. Be willing to be sent to serve others. When you’re able to do something amazing, don’t get prideful, and when you’re confronted with hostility, don’t let it bother you. They reject you because they reject Christ. Be faithful in the face of unbelief.
Slain for Speaking Truth (14–29)
John the Baptist was killed because he spoke out against Herod’s unlawful actions. He condemned Herod’s sinful behavior even though Herod was not a Jew or a Christian. In the same way, it is okay for us to speak out against things that are wrong in our secular society.
Herod’s heart was full of unbelief. He heard the Gospel gladly, and his conscience was pricked. He seemed close to the Kingdom, but he refused to accept the truth of the Gospel. He did not respond to the conviction in his conscience when he had the chance, causing it to become so calloused that his heart hardened. In Luke, we are told that Herod eventually met Jesus. But standing face to face with the Savior, he was lost for all eternity.
Application
•Have you counted the cost of discipleship? If you speak truth, you could lose your life.
•Are you too familiar with the Gospel? Be sensitive and respond when the Lord pricks your conscience.
•Will you be a Herod or a John? Herod wore rich robes, ate large meals, and lived in a palace. He had everything in this life, but nothing in the next. John wore strange clothes, ate grasshoppers, and was imprisoned. He had nothing in this life except for a clean conscience, but in the next, he had everything.
Let us be amazed by the Gospel, and may Jesus never be amazed at our unbelief!
When we encounter times of hardship, we can find ourselves feeling hopeless and afraid. In Mark 4:35–5:43, several stories demonstrate that faith overcomes fear when our hope is in Jesus.
Jesus Conquers Danger
The first story tells what happened when Jesus and His disciples were on a boat in the middle of a storm. Waves crashed, strong winds blew, and water was filling the boat. In great fear, the disciples asked Jesus if He even cared. This question was absurd — the God of the universe voluntarily became a baby, came down to earth, and went to a cross to die for us. We can be confident that He cares about us.
The wind and the waves did not gradually become still like they naturally would; they were immediately calm at Jesus’s words of rebuke. Through this miracle, He showed that He controls not only the wind and the waves but also the laws of nature.
Jesus Conquers Demons
The second story tells of a demon-possessed man who was sent into isolation because he could not be controlled. He was not only isolated from society but also tormented by the voices inside his head. He cried out in anguish and cut himself with stones. The devil wants you to harm and destroy yourself. He wants to be the voice in your head that’s driving you crazy. Jesus showed this man how much He cared by casting the demons into the pigs.
Rather than wanting to know more about Jesus after seeing this incredible display of power, the townspeople wanted nothing to do with Him. They didn’t want to inconvenience their comfortable lives, so they turned Him away. Do you desire comfort and control of your own life more than an encounter with the Savior?
Jesus Conquers Disease
Being desperate with no other options left, Jairus begged Jesus to come heal his daughter. On the way, they met a woman who had suffered with a discharge of blood for twelve years, causing her to be unclean and alone. She touched Jesus’s garment and was healed. Jesus told her that her faith in Him was what had made her well. We have been saved by grace alone through faith alone.
Jesus Conquers Death
After this, Jairus received the news that his daughter was dead. In his hopelessness, Jesus spoke these words to him: “Do not fear; only believe.” You will need these words at some point in your life too. Take them to heart and drive their roots deep.
The Lord of wind, waves, demons, and disease demonstrated that He is also the Lord of death and life. He continued to Jairus’s home, took the girl by the hand, and raised her into life.
There will be a moment when you experience hopelessness and fear in your life. You must speak truth to yourself, combatting lies with the words of Scripture. You must have faith and hope in Jesus.
Who is this Man? This is the Son of God! Live your life for Him!
Mark 4:1–34 is all about listening and hearing. It explains that the Kingdom multiplies through hearts that receptively hear and faithfully sow.
Hear the Word
In verses 1–20, Jesus describes how four different types of hearts respond to hearing the Word. When the Word is sown in a hard heart, the person denies the Gospel because evil things snatch the Word away. The hard heart is represented by a seed that is dropped on a path and is snatched away by the birds.
When the Word is sown in a shallow heart, the person initially seems to be on fire for God, but they have no real root, so their faith soon dies out. The shallow heart is represented by a seed that grows at first, but withers away when the sun rises.
When the Word is sown in a crowded heart, it is choked out by the cares of the world. Examples are social media, pressure to excel academically, and fear of missing out. These are not necessarily entirely bad things, but they become so when they choke out our faith. The Word is also choked out by the deceitfulness of riches. Money is morally neutral, but if we aren’t careful, we can become enslaved to it and buy into wealth’s lies. The crowded heart is represented by a seed who is choked out by thorns.
Finally, the receptive heart accepts the Word when it is sown, and the person bears fruit. It is represented by a seed that falls into good soil and produces grain.
Share the Word
In verses 21–25, Jesus talks about letting our light shine rather than hiding it, so that others may give glory to God. We share the Word not only with our words but also with our lives as we generously invest in our families and churches.
Trust in the Word
In verses 26–29, Jesus talks about Gospel ministry. As we share the Word with others, it takes root in some hearts and not others. We don’t understand why, but God does, and we need to trust His Word to work. It’s our job to sow; we don’t have to worry about the growth.
Hope in the Word
In verses 30–34, Jesus explains that the Kingdom started small, with a little baby born in Bethlehem. This small seed planted will grow. It is so strong that the gates of hell will not prevail against it. It will go to the ends of the earth, and one day every nation will bow down and confess Jesus is Lord.
Application
We must fight to avoid the shallow heart and the crowded heart. We can do this by listening to the Word, meditating on the Word, memorizing the Word, and fasting from our distractions.
He who has ears to hear, let him hear what the Lord is saying to him!
In Mark 3:7–35, Jesus demonstrated that whoever does the will of God is part of the family of God. This is not referring to a works-based salvation — doing the will of God means we repent of our sins and put our faith in Jesus. This leads to works that confirm that we have been saved by grace alone through faith alone.
Seek the Messiah and Not Just Miracles
In verses 7–12, the crowd was desperate to get near Jesus, but they didn’t actually know who He was. They were close to Him physically but very far from Him spiritually. Is this you? You can attend church regularly and be part of the crowd without actually being a genuine disciple.
These people wanted their wishes granted, not a Lord they had to obey. They desired salvation from their sickness, not their sinfulness. They didn’t realize that Jesus Himself is the ultimate prize.
Share His Mission by Walking With Jesus
If you want to do great things for God, you need to be with Jesus. Spend time walking with Him and investing in the relationship you have with Him.
In verses 13–19, Jesus called His disciples to Himself. He did this so that they would first “be with Him,” and so that after this, “He might send them out.” These men did not look like promising people, but God was going to use them to accomplish amazing things. If He could use them, He can use you, too. All of us are fallen, broken people. Let’s go be with Jesus so we, too, can be sent out by Him to do great things for Him!
Stand With Jesus Even When Others Reject Him
In verses 20–30, the people rejected Jesus, saying that He was crazy and that He was partnering with the devil to cast out demons. Blasphemy is a willful, belligerent denial of Christ. Don’t be like those who blaspheme against the Holy Spirit. When you mess up, don’t think He doesn’t have enough grace for you. If you repent, He is faithful to forgive you and cleanse you. So, when you sin, run to the Father. Stand with Him, even when everybody else is denying Him.
Submit to His Will and Belong to His Family
In verses 31–35, Jesus said that His mother and brothers are those who are in His inner family, doing the will of God, rather than those who are on the outside, rejecting Him.
On the outside stood the crowds, who sought miracles and not the Messiah. On the outside stood His earthly relatives, who thought He was crazy. On the outside stood the religious leaders, who questioned His identity and allegiance.
On the inside stood the disciples: a group of unlikely people who believed in Jesus and learned to walk with Him through faith. On the inside stand those who do the will of God, practicing an obedience that demonstrates true faith.
Dr. Thomas White concludes his 2024–25 chapel sermon series in the Book of Joshua entitled "Every Single Word," speaking from Joshua 24:29-33. Dr. White reminds us that God is faithful, and we can trust him. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today in chapel, Cedarville’s president, Dr. Thomas White, led us through a powerful message from Joshua 24, calling us to a firm and personal decision: “Choose today whom you will serve.” Grounded in Scripture and overflowing with pastoral wisdom, Dr. White reminded us of the grace of God and the call it places on our lives not just to believe in but to actively serve the Lord.
Dr. White opened by challenging us to consider how often we chase after counterfeit comforts — things that offer temporary peace but are ultimately empty. Just like Israel struggled with idols, we too are tempted to turn away from the real thing, from the Lord who is living, faithful, and true.
Two key words framed the message: “The Lord” and “Serve.” It’s not enough to simply know about God; we are called to serve Him with wholehearted devotion. Drawing from Joshua’s third and final speech to Israel, Dr. White broke the chapter down into three key parts:
- The Third Speech (Joshua 24:1): Joshua gathers all the tribes and presents a final challenge.
- God’s Grace Remembered (Joshua 24:2–13): A sweeping reminder of all God had done — from Abraham to the conquest of Canaan.
- God’s Grace Required (Joshua 24:14–28): The call to respond in faithfulness, reverence, and service.
The message was clear: By God’s grace, decide today to serve the Lord. As Dr. White emphasized, “You can’t serve the Lord alone.” We were reminded that faith is not meant to be lived in isolation. We need a local church, the daily intake of God's Word, and a posture of dependence on His mercy.
Ephesians 2:4-5 echoed through the message: “But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us ... made us alive together with Christ.” This is the foundation of our service — it flows not from duty but from gratitude for the Gospel.
Dr. White closed with this charge: Remember what God has done. Decide today to live for Jesus. Recognize your dependence on Him. How will you respond?
We believe in a personal and voluntary commitment to follow Jesus. Today, we were reminded that the time to choose is now. Not tomorrow. Not someday. Today.
So, what will you choose?
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord” (Joshua 24:15).
In today’s chapel, Dr. Thomas White gave a powerful message from Joshua 23, urging us to ask ourselves a crucial question: What do you cling to? Every day, we cling to something, whether it's comfort, possessions, or the pursuit of our own dreams. But in Joshua 23, the call is clear: Cling to the Lord, not the fleeting things of this world.
In his message, Dr. White emphasized that it’s easy to cling to comfort, habits, or even unhealthy attachments. When life gets difficult, we may find it easier to rely on the Lord. But when things are going well, we often revert to clinging to things we know — whether it's material possessions, relationships, or the pursuit of our own desires. Joshua’s speech to the Israelites in this chapter provides a roadmap for how we should respond in both good and bad times.
In verses 3 through 8, Joshua calls the Israelites to remember the faithfulness of God and to cling to Him alone. He reminds them of how God has fought for them and urges them to keep and do God's commands (v.6). It’s not enough to simply acknowledge God; we must live out His commands and turn neither to the right nor the left (v.6). This calls for intentionality in our relationship with God to keep Him at the center of our lives and avoid the distractions of false gods (v.7). Joshua’s challenge to cling to the Lord (v.8) should resonate deeply with us today. Just as we naturally cling to things or people in our lives, our devotion to God should be even more powerful. Dr. White reminded us that to cling to the Lord, we need to engage with His Word regularly, meditate on it, and live it out. It’s about more than knowledge. It’s about transformation through the Word.
Next, Joshua calls the Israelites to love the Lord with all their heart. Loving God is not just an emotional sentiment; it’s a commitment to Him above all else. Dr. White emphasized that loving the Lord means living in a way that reflects that love. This love should be unwavering as we set our hearts on Him rather than the fleeting pleasures of the world.
Finally, Joshua reminds the Israelites to trust the Lord (v.14–16). This trust means not relying on our own strength or understanding but recognizing that God’s faithfulness will carry us through. Dr. White encouraged us to trust in the Lord's timing and wisdom, especially when the world may tempt us to rely on money, power, or possessions.
Dr. White provided practical ways to cling to the Lord in our everyday lives. Meditate on His Word, surround yourself with godly mentors, and make wise decisions, especially in relationships. Don’t try to change someone who isn’t a believer by dating them; instead, trust God to lead you. Cling to the Lord and let Him be your guiding light.
The ultimate question remains: What will you cling to? Will you choose to cling to the Lord and His Word, or will you allow the things of this world to take His place? The choice is yours.
In today’s chapel message, Dr. Thomas White taught from Joshua 22, highlighting key lessons on faithfulness to God and how we can apply these principles in our daily lives. He began by emphasizing the importance of commendation before command, a principle seen in Joshua's address to the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and Manasseh. Before giving them commands, Joshua commends them for their obedience and faithfulness, a model for us in our own relationships and leadership opportunities (Joshua 22:2–3). Dr. White explained that it’s vital to encourage others before we challenge them, fostering an atmosphere of respect and understanding.
Dr. White then focused on the five commands found in Joshua 22:5 that believers should strive to live by. These five commands encapsulate the passionate pursuit of faithfulness to God:
- Love the Lord Your God – Our love for God should be our first and greatest priority.
- Walk in All His Ways – We need to live a life of obedience to God's will, following His guidance in the Scriptures.
- Keep His Commandments – We must live in accordance with God's Word, being faithful to His laws.
- Cling to Him – In difficult times, when life presents challenges, we must not run from God but draw closer to Him, clinging to His promises and refuge.
- Serve Him With All Your Heart and Soul – Our devotion to God should be wholehearted, involving every part of our being.
Dr. White also recounted the story of the misunderstanding between the tribes after they built an altar near the Jordan River. This act sparked a potential conflict because the Israelites already had a central altar for worship. However, the tribes explained that their intentions were not to rebel but to create a symbol of unity for future generations (Joshua 22:10–34). Dr. White noted that this situation reminded us of the importance of understanding both sides of a story and responding with grace and truth (Proverbs 18:17, Matthew 18:15). The misunderstanding was resolved through open, face-to-face communication, emphasizing that such discussions are often the best way to clear up conflicts and avoid division.
In conclusion, Dr. White called the congregation to passionately pursue faithfulness to God, following the commands found in Joshua 22:5. He reminded us that our relationship with God requires not only love but also active pursuit, obedience, and wholehearted service. Faithfulness to God is not passive but a continual, zealous effort in all aspects of our lives.
Life Lessons:
- Commend before you command (Joshua 22:2–3)
- Two sides to most stories (Proverbs 18:17)
- Face to Face discussions is usually better (Matthew 18:15)
- Reactions Matter (Proverbs 15:1)
- Speechless monuments don’t witness effectively.
Today in chapel, Dr. Thomas White continued to walk through the book of Joshua. As we reflect on Joshua 20–21, we discover key aspects of God's character — His justice, holiness, and faithfulness — and how He demonstrates His care for His people in both tangible and spiritual ways.
In Joshua 20, we see God’s concern for justice through the establishment of cities of refuge. These cities were places where someone who unintentionally caused the death of another could flee to find safety from vengeance (v. 3). This demonstrates that God values justice for both the innocent and the guilty.
Notice the characteristics of God’s justice:
Accessible: The cities were strategically placed so that no one was too far away from a place of refuge (v. 7–8). This reflects the accessibility of God's justice for all His people. No one is too far from God's justice.
Values Life: God’s justice does not seek retribution for the sake of revenge but for the preservation of life. The cities of refuge were not for those who intentionally harmed others, but for those who committed acts without malicious intent. God's justice promotes life and righteousness.
Due Process: It was important that the person seeking refuge was genuinely innocent (v. 6). This shows that God’s justice is thorough and demands accuracy, ensuring that due process is followed.
Universal: God's justice is for everyone. It is not restricted to a certain group, but accessible to all who need it.
One day, we will see true justice when Christ returns and all wrongs are righted. Until then, God’s justice is a gift to His people, ensuring that fairness and righteousness prevail in a broken world.
In Joshua 21, we learn that God values holiness when He provides cities for the Levites, the tribe set apart for His service. These cities were spread across the nation of Israel, ensuring that no one was far from a Levite (v. 41). This distribution reflects God’s desire for His people to be close to His presence, worship, and guidance.
The Levites were not given a portion of land as the other tribes were, because their inheritance was in serving God (Numbers 18:20). Their purpose was to lead others in worship and spiritual matters. Through the Levites’ proximity, the people were reminded of God’s holiness and how to live in accordance with His will.
Finally, in Joshua 21:43–45, we see the culmination of God's care for His people in the fulfillment of His promises. The land He had promised to the Israelites was given to them, just as He had said it would be. Every word of God’s promise was kept. God’s faithfulness is a constant theme throughout Scripture, and we can trust that He keeps every single promise He makes.
As we reflect on God's justice, holiness, and faithfulness, we can trust that He will continue to care for us in the same way. In our lives, God’s character remains the same: accessible, life-giving, and trustworthy.
Let us remember that, just as the Israelites were called to follow God’s ways, we too are called to live justly, walk in holiness, and trust in God's faithfulness. He is a God who cares deeply for His people, and His promises are sure.
Today in chapel, Dr. Thomas White gave us a powerful reminder of what it looks like to fully follow the Lord in Joshua 14:6–14. Caleb, the son of Jephunneh, stands as an example of unwavering faith and commitment to God. In a world full of distractions and challenges, Caleb’s life teaches us that we must wholeheartedly follow God, no matter the cost.
So, what does it mean to “be a Caleb”? First, it means having the conviction to take a stand for truth. While the majority of the Israelites were gripped by fear and doubt, Caleb trusted God’s promise. Joshua 14:6–9 recounted how, even in the midst of rebellion, he remained faithful. He stood firm when everyone else wavered. This is the kind of conviction we need to take a stand for the truth of God’s Word. As Dr. White says, “If God has called you to do it, He will allow you to do incredible things for His glory.”
Second, consistently walking by faith is crucial. Caleb walked with God for 45 years, never turning back or losing sight of the Lord's promises; Joshua 14:10–11 highlights his enduring faith and vitality. Caleb’s example teaches us to walk with God daily, asking Him for opportunities to serve and being faithful in the small things. It means worshiping the Lord no matter the circumstances, knowing that He is worthy of our devotion and trust.
Third, Caleb’s life shows us the confidence to be bold for God. In Joshua 14:12, Caleb asks for the mountain promised to him, a bold request for someone of his age. He knew God was able and willing to deliver what He had promised, and Caleb’s faith was contagious. His boldness wasn’t in his own strength but in the strength of the Lord.
Finally, the results of Caleb’s faithfulness are seen in the example he set for others. In Judges 3:7–11, we see that Caleb’s legacy lived on through Othniel, who became a judge of Israel. Caleb’s faith inspired and equipped the next generation to walk in obedience to God.
So, how do you respond when life doesn’t go your way? Are your eyes on the difficulties you face or on the Deliverer who is with you? Like Caleb, we are called to be bold for God, unwavering in our faith, and fully committed to following Him. May we take up that challenge every day, walking in conviction, consistency, and confidence, knowing that God rewards those who fully follow Him. As Dr. White encouraged us today, “It doesn’t matter what your background is or what mistakes you’ve made ... wholly follow the Lord!”
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues walking through Joshua 13-19, reminding us that God is a faithful God of unfaithful people.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Joshua 13-19, Dr. White teaches that our God is a faithful God of unfaithful people.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White declares from Joshua 10:16-12:24 that God will be victorious, and we can emulate Joshua’s strong and courageous faith.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Joshua 10, Dr. White teaches that our view of God is too small, so we must respond with a passionate pursuit of the Almighty.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Joshua 9 that we must trust in the Lord and not our own understanding.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues his series in the Book of Joshua entitled "Every Single Word", speaking from chapter 8. Dr. White teaches that God’s promise of never-ending mercy provides hope to pursue new victories.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Joshua 7:1-26, Dr. White teaches that unrepented sin results in devastating consequences.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr White teaches from Joshua 6 that God uses His power to keep His promises.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Joshua 5:13 - 6:2, Dr. White asks what it is that we see when faced with difficulty--hopelessness, or our all-powerful God?
Today's Homecoming Week chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White recognizes alumni award recipients, and shares how God is doing amazing things at Cedarville.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues his series entitled "Every Single Word". Looking at Joshua 5:1-12, Dr. White encourages us to trust and obey; this is the way.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. In this message from Joshua 3 and 4, Dr. White instructs us to remember and proclaim that the Lord is almighty.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Joshua 2:1-24 that Rahab's strong and courageous faith demonstrated that God had already been at work.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White begins his series from the Book of Joshua, entitled "Every Single Word". Speaking from Joshua 1:1-18, Dr. White urges us to respond to God’s call and presence with strong and courageous faith.
Our first chapel of the 2024-25 academic year is led by Cedarville University's president, Dr. Thomas White.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White concludes his series in the Book of Romans, encouraging us to stand firm for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ, while loving God and others well. His text is Romans 15:14 - 16:27.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White urges us to pursue building up people rather than seeking personal preferences. His text is Romans 14:1 - 15:13.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 13:1-14, Dr. White teaches that we should submit to authority when possible, love our neighbor, and live with the end in mind.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Looking at Romans 12:3-21, Dr. White teaches that a transformed life leads to authentic Christian community corporately, and marks of a mature Christian personally.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 12:1-2, Dr. White teaches that God's mercies to me logically demand my tenacious pursuit of Him.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 11:1-36, Dr. White teaches that the eternal God has a future plan for Israel.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White urges us to believe, confess, and proclaim that Jesus is Lord! His text is Romans 10:5-21.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White proclaims that God is faithful, and we can trust Him. His text is Romans 9 - 10:4.
Listen as Dr. Thomas White proclaims that in Christ, we have hope that overcomes. His text is Romans 8:18-39. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, continues his series in the Book of Romans, entitled "Justified. Forgiven. Alive. In Christ." Dr. White shows us from Romans 8:1-17 that we must set our minds on the Spirit in order to flourish.
Dr. Thomas White teaches from Romans 7 that we must recognize our wretched condition. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 6, Dr. White declares that we are no longer slaves to sin!
Dr. Thomas White teaches that the free gift of life in Jesus reigns over the sin and death in Adam. His text is Romans 5:12-21. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues his series in the Book of Romans, proclaiming that we should rejoice in our justification. His text is Romans 5:1-11.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 4, Dr. White teaches that God provides radical, unconditional forgiveness through faith alone.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches that we are declared righteous through faith in Christ. His text is Romans 3:21-31.
Today's Homecoming State of the University speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Romans 3:1-20 that we are under sin and condemned by the law.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Romans 2:1-29 that moralism and spiritual rituals will not save.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Romans 1:18-32, Dr. White warns that refusal to honor God results in dishonorable actions.
Dr. Thomas White begins his series through the Book of Romans, entitled, "Justified. Forgiven. Alive. In Christ." Dr. White declares that the Gospel is the saving power of God. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Our first chapel of the 2023-24 academic year is led by Cedarville University's President, Dr. Thomas White.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, concludes the series in the Book of Psalms, entitled "The Lord is Good". Speaking from Psalm 145, Dr. White declares that everything that has breath must praise the Lord, because the Lord is good, and His steadfast love endures forever.
Today's All-Access chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 100, Dr. White teaches that we should worship the Lord joyfully.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White invites us to see the goodness and mercy of the Lord in the protection and provision of the good Shepherd and gracious Host. His text is Psalm 23.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 139, Dr. White invites us to consider the incomprehensible goodness of God.
Today's All-Access Day chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Continuing the series in Psalms entitled, "The Lord is Good", Dr. White teaches that God can make our work truly meaningful. His text is Psalm 127.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 103, Dr. White urges us to praise the Lord with every fiber of our being.
Today's CU Monday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Continuing his series in the Book of Psalms, Dr. White encourages us not to waste our limited time on earth. His text is Psalm 90.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Continuing the series entitled, "The Lord is Good", Dr. White teaches from Psalm 119 that we should meditate on, delight in, and keep the law of the Lord.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White declares from Psalm 96 that we must worship the Lord who created, reigns and will judge the world.
In today's message from Psalm 136, Dr. Thomas White declares that the steadfast love of the Lord endures forever. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Psalm 73 that in this wicked world, we take refuge in our ever-present God and the hope of eternity.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 19, Dr. White teaches that we should proclaim the glory of God.
Listen as Dr. Thomas White teaches from Psalm 33 that our hope is God's unfailing love. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 51, Dr. White teaches that genuine repentance requires a sincere and humble plea for mercy.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Continuing his series in the Psalms entitled, "The Lord is Good", Dr. White teaches from Psalm 46 that the Lord is with His children.
Today's Alumni Week speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White delivers his annual State of the University Address.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 34, Dr. White encourages us to taste and see that the Lord is good.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Psalm 34, Dr. White encourages us to taste and see that the Lord is good.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Psalm 2 that those who take refuge in the Sovereign Son are blessed.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Psalm 2 that those who take refuge in the Sovereign Son are blessed.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, begins a series from the Book of Psalms entitled, "The Lord is Good". Dr. White encourages us from Psalm 1 to delight in God's Word.
Our first chapel of the 2022-23 academic year is led by Cedarville University's president, Dr. Thomas White.
Listen as Dr. Thomas White concludes the series entitled, "Ears to Hear: Listening to the Stories of Jesus". Speaking from Luke 6:46-49, Dr. White implores us to build our lives on knowing and obeying God's Word. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 20:9-19, Dr. White warns that rejecting the authority of God's Son leads to destruction.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Looking at the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32, Dr. White asks if we will accept the Father's loving invitation to receive forgiveness and eternal joy.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 15:1-24, Dr. White teaches that Heaven rejoices when sinners repent.
Today's All-Access Day chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues his "Ears to Hear" series, speaking from Luke 11:5-13. He teaches that we should pray frequently, boldly, and expectantly.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 7:36-50, Dr. White teaches that when we comprehend the severity of our sinfulness, it impacts the depth of our devotion to our Savior.
Today's CU Monday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 10:25-37, Dr. White teaches that we cannot justify ourselves. We need God’s compassion, and we reflect God’s character when we show compassion to others.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 12:13-21, Dr. White teaches us to guard against all covetousness and greed.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 18:9-14, Dr. White teaches that our hope rests in God's grace, not ourselves.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 14:7-14, Dr. White teaches that the Christian life should be marked by humility and generosity.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Luke 13:6-9 and Matthew 7:15-20, Dr. White teaches that genuine Christians should produce spiritual fruit.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Matthew 25:1-13, Dr. White urges us to be prepared for the return of Christ.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White exhorts us from Matthew 25:14-30 to be faithful, Kingdom-minded stewards of all God entrusts to us.
Listen as Dr. Thomas White teaches that actions speak louder than words, based on the parable of the two sons found in Matthew 21:28-32. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Matthew 20:1-16 that the Sovereign God rewards as He pleases.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues his "Ears to Hear" series, looking at the parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18:21-35. Dr. White teaches that because of the Gospel and the forgiveness we have been shown, we are able to forgive others.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Continuing his "Ears to Hear" series, Dr. White teaches that the kingdom of heaven is unstoppable, invaluable, and will execute justice. His text is Matthew 13:24-33; 36-50.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Matthew 13:1-9; 18-23, Dr. White teaches that few will receive the Gospel message and produce fruit.
Today's chapel devotional is led by Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White walks through Proverbs 1:1-7, encouraging us to cultivate wisdom skillfully, displaying God's character in the decisions of daily life.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, begins his series for the year, entitled "Ears to Hear: Listening to the Stories of Jesus". Using Matthew 13:10-16; 34-35 as his text, Dr. White teaches that Jesus speaks in parables to fulfill prophecy and because many reject His message.
This opening chapel of the 2021-2022 academic school year is led by Cedarville University's President, Dr. Thomas White.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, concludes his series in Philippians entitled "Know Jesus. Know Joy". Speaking from Philippians 4:10-23, Dr. White teaches that partnership in Christ pleases God.
Today's All Access Day chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continues his focus on experiencing peace with God despite our circumstances. His text is Philippians 4:8-9.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Philippians 4:4-7, Dr. White teaches that we can experience peace despite our circumstances.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Philippians 4:1-3 that, in Christ, we should stand firm in unity.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Philippians 3:17-21, Dr. White urges us to watch and imitate godly examples while maintaining an eternal perspective.
Speaking from Philippians 3:12-16, Dr. Thomas White urges us to keep pursuing the call of God. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Philippians 3:1-11, Dr. White implores us to value Christ above all else.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White shares from Philippians 2:25-30 that the purpose of our lives is to serve God and others.
Speaking from Philippians 2:19-24, Dr. Thomas White examines five key areas in which the Apostle Paul commends Timothy's character. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White continues his "Know Jesus. Know Joy." series, preaching from Philippians 2:12-18. Dr. White encourages us to cultivate and display the faith God has given us. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Philippians 2:5-11, Dr. White teaches that Jesus perfectly demonstrates humility and seeking to serve others.
Dr. Thomas White, speaking from Philippians 2:1-4, encourages us to strive for unity and keep the Gospel the main thing. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
In our annual State of the University address, Dr. Thomas White recounts many ways that the Lord has blessed Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White encourages us from Philippians 1:27-30 to live in a manner worthy of the Gospel. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White reminds us from Philippians 1:18b-26 that we are to honor Christ in life and in death. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White teaches from Philippians 1:12-18a that the Gospel of Jesus Christ overcomes difficult circumstances, devious motives, serious challenges, and selfish ambition. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Philippians 1:3-11 that God grows us toward spiritual maturity for the day of Christ.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White welcomes the students back to campus, gives goals for the year, and introduces his series from the Book of Philippians.
Dr. Thomas White concludes his "Faithful" series from the Book of Nehemiah, reminding us that if we are faithless, God remains faithful. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White teaches from Nehemiah 13 that spiritual carelessness leads to evil actions with serious consequences. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
In this special Good Friday chapel message, Dr. Thomas White shares the good news of the Gospel from 1 Corinthians 15:3-5. Jesus has conquered sin and death! Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Speaking from Nehemiah 12:27-47, Dr. Thomas White reminds us to rejoice and give thanks for what God has done. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, brings a message from Nehemiah 11:1 - 12:26. Dr. White encourages us to live and work strategically for God's glory.
Dr. Thomas White shares from Hebrews 12:1-2 that we should run the race with endurance, looking to Jesus. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, talks through decisions that have been made regarding plans for the remainder of the academic year in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Thomas White shows us from Nehemiah 9:38 - 10:39 that the people, recognizing God's faithfulness, commit to obeying God's Word. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, brings a message from James 4:13-17. Dr. White reminds us that we cannot know nor control the future, but we can trust in our God Who does.
Today's CU Monday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches from Nehemiah 9:1-37 that God is good, and we are not.
Dr. Thomas White continues his series in the Book of Nehemiah, exhorting us to be doers of the Word, and not hearers only. His text is Nehemiah 8:13 - 9:5. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Speaking from Nehemiah 8:1-12, Dr. Thomas White declares that we must understand the Word of God and experience the joy of its truth. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University. In this message from Nehemiah 7, Dr. White reminds us that God is faithful, and we can trust Him.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Dr. White's message from Nehemiah 6 shows Nehemiah's Godly wisdom when he was faced with deception and temptation from his enemies.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. His message from Nehemiah 5:1-19 teaches that the fear of the Lord motivates us to serve God and others well.
Dr. Thomas White, speaking from Nehemiah 4, teaches that in times of trial or opposition, we must keep pursuing the Lord's will while finding strength in our great and awesome God. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University. Speaking from Nehemiah 3, Dr. White teaches that God uses normal people to accomplish His purposes for His glory.
Today's Homecoming State of the University address is given by Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University.
Today's CU Friday speaker is Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University. Speaking from Nehemiah 2:9-20, Dr. White teaches that Nehemiah had faith that God would make them prosper.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University. Dr. White teaches that when God calls, God provides. His text is Nehemiah 2:1-8.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, begins his series for the academic year from the Book of Nehemiah. Speaking from Nehemiah 1:1-11, Dr. White teaches that Nehemiah is seeking to serve God and others.
Our opening chapel of the academic school year is led by Cedarville University's president, Dr. Thomas White.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, concludes his series from Ephesians. In this message from Ephesians 6:21-24, Dr. White teaches that God's grace produces peace and genuine friendships.
Speaking from Ephesians 6:10-20, Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University, teaches that in Christ, we are equipped to stand against evil.
Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University, encourages us to faithfully obey and exercise human authority in a manner that glorifies God. His text is Ephesians 6:1-9.
In this message, Dr. Thomas White teaches that marriage reflects the mysterious beauty of the Gospel. His text is Ephesians 5:22-33.
Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University, urges us from Ephesians 5:15-21 to choose every day to walk in wisdom, filled with the Spirit.
Speaking from Ephesians 5:3-14, Dr. Thomas White teaches that as children of light, we seek to avoid, expose, and transform darkness into light. Dr. White serves as President of Cedarville University.
Today's chapel speaker is Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University. Speaking from Ephesians 4:25 - 5:2, Dr. White teaches that when we are motivated by the love of Christ, we should imitate God, and walk in love with others.
Speaking from Ephesians 4:17-24, Dr. Thomas White teaches that we must have renewed thinking to experience renewed living.
Speaking from Ephesians 4:1-16, Dr. Thomas White teaches that God calls us to walk in spiritual maturity.
Dr. Thomas White teaches that we need strengthening through the Spirit to comprehend the love of Christ and live in the fullness of God. His message is from Ephesians 3:14-21.
Dr. Thomas White teaches that Paul relayed the mystery of God to reconcile Jews and Gentiles in the church, speaking from Ephesians 3:1-13.
Speaking from Ephesians 2:11-22, Dr. Thomas White teaches that the Gospel brings unity, peace, and community to those who find their identity in Christ.
Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University, uses Ephesians 2:1-10 to show that the spiritually dead are made alive in Christ to do good works for His glory.
Today's Homecoming State of the University address is given by Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White shares Paul's prayer in Ephesians 1:15-23 that we may have our eyes opened to the hope, value, and power found in Christ Jesus.
Today's speaker is Dr. Thomas White, president of Cedarville University. Dr. White shares from Ephesians 1:3-14 that we begin with a debt that we cannot pay, and end with an inheritance that we do not deserve.
Speaking from Ephesians 1:3-14, Dr. Thomas White challenges the students to give praise for the blessings of our identity in Christ.
Our opening chapel of the academic school year is led by Cedarville University's president, Dr. Thomas White. He begins his message series for the academic year from the Book of Ephesians entitled, "ID: In Christ".
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 16:1-9, 33.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 6:16-19.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 26:17-28.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Proverbs 14:17 & 29.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 7.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Proverbs 20:1 and 23:29-35.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. He continued his sermon series for the academic year, "The Way of Wisdom", from the Book of Proverbs.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 6:6-11.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 2.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 23:1-8.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 4.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 31.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 22:6.
Today's CU Friday chapel speaker was Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 10.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 9.
Today's Homecoming State of the University address was given by Dr. Thomas White, President of Cedarville University.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Proverbs 3:1-10.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. He began his sermon series for the academic year, "The Way of Wisdom". The text for his message is Proverbs 1:1-7.
Our opening chapel of the academic school year was led by Cedarville University's president, Dr. Thomas White.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 5:19-20.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 5:13-18.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 5:12.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 5:7-11.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 5:1-6.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 4:13-17.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 4:6-10.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 4:1-6.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 3:13-18.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 3:1-12.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 2:14-26.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 2:1-13.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 1:26-27.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 1:19-25.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 1:13-18.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is James 1:2-12.
Dr. Thomas White serves as President of Cedarville University. This is the first message of his series from the Book of James, entitled "Steadfast Faith for Trying Times".
This was the first chapel of the 2016-17 academic year, and the beginning service of the Fall Bible Conference.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Revelation 21:1-8.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Matthew 28:1-15.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is II Corinthians 5:18-21.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Matthew 16:18.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Ephesians 5:15-21.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is John 14:16-17.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Acts 4:5-12.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Romans 3:21-26.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Philippians 2:5-11.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Romans 5:12-21.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Genesis 1:27.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Genesis 1:1.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Exodus 34:5-9.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. In this message, Dr. White walked through what the Bible teaches about the doctrine of the Trinity.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Psalm 139.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. In this Homecoming Chapel, Dr. White shared recent accomplishments, as well as future plans, for the university.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Deuteronomy 17:18-20.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Psalm 19:7-14.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. Dr. White used scripture passages in Genesis, Leviticus, Mark, and Romans to teach the biblical view of marriage.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Psalm 19:1-6.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. In this first chapel of the 2015-2016 academic year, Dr. White introduced his series for the year, entitled "We Believe".
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Hebrews 11:39 - 12:1-2.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:33-34 and Daniel 3.
Dr. Thomas White, Cedarville University president, posed questions to a panel of faculty members who comprise a group called Bereans @ The Gate.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:33 and Daniel 6.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:32 and I Samuel 17.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:32 and Judges 11-12.
Cedarville University President, Dr. Thomas White, led a panel discussion on current events.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:32 and Judges 13-16.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message on Barak are Hebrews 11:32 and Judges 4-5.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:32 and Judges 6-9.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:30-31 and Joshua 6.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Hebrews 11:23-29.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:22 and Genesis 50:22-26.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:21 and Genesis 48.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:20 and Genesis 27:1-4.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:11, 17-19, and Genesis 22:1-18.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. In this Homecoming Week message, Dr. White recognized those who have given many years of service to the university.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Hebrews 11:8-16.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The texts for his message are Hebrews 11:7 and Genesis 6:5-8.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message on the faith of Enoch is Hebrews 11:5-6.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is Hebrews 11:4, in which we learn Abel was declared righteous because of his faith.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. In this first message of the 2014-2015 academic year, Dr. White began a series from Hebrews 11, entitled "By Faith".
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. Dr. White gave this Easter message from I Corinthians 15. This is the final message in his year-long series from I Corinthians.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 14, and deals with the subject of speaking in tongues.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 13. From this chapter, Dr. White taught the necessity of love, the description of love, and the permanence of love.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 12. In this chapter, the apostle Paul teaches that within the body of Christ, there are a variety of gifts that have been given to believers, and there are many services and activities we engage in. It is all to be used for the glory of God and for the good of others.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 11:17-34, which contains Paul's teaching about the Lord's Supper.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. In this message, Dr. White navigated through the difficult passage found in I Corinthians 11:2-16.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continued his series, preaching from I Corinthians 10:14-33. This passage instructs believers to avoid selfishness and to do all for the glory of God.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 10:1-14.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 8. Dr. White taught that while the issue of meat offered to idols is not an area of struggle for most people today, the principles this chapter offers are very relevant to the many "gray areas" in today's culture.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 7, in which the apostle Paul answers questions from the Corinthian believers on matters of marriage, divorce, sexual immorality, and contentment.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 6:12-20, in which the apostle Paul instructs believers to flee sexual immorality and use our bodies for the glory of God.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for this message is I Corinthians 6:1-11. Dr. White showed that the apostle Paul was teaching the Corinthian believers The Standing of The Church, The Mindset of a Christian, and The Gospel Difference.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. He used Ruth 1:1-5 as his text. Dr. White taught that the story of Ruth is the story of all of us being reconciled to a loving, holy God.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. He taught from I Corinthians 5 that when sin is present without church discipline, we jeopardize the witness of the church.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continued his series in I Corinthians, preaching through chapter 4.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for Dr. White's message is Luke 5:4-11. In order to follow Jesus Christ, we must step out on faith, recognize that we are sinners and that He is God, and be fully devoted to Him.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continued his series in the book of First Corinthians, preaching through Chapter 3.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. Dr. White continued his series in I Corinthians, looking at chapter 2, verses 6-16. He taught that the wisdom of this world is contrary to the wisdom of God.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. The text for his message is Romans 8:12-17. Dr. White taught that we as Christians are not enslaved to sin, since we have been given the spirit of adoption as sons of God.
Dr. Thomas White is the President of Cedarville University. This message is taken from I Corinthians 1:18 through 2:5. The natural man suppresses the truth of God and elevates his own wisdom in place of it.
This was the annual Convocation Chapel at Cedarville University. Dr. White preached from I Corinthians. He taught that there are many areas in which we can be divided, but the Gospel of Jesus unifies us.