When Truth Meets the Classroom: Why Christ-Centered Education Still Matters | Dr. Don Sweeting

What happens when “Christian” is just a label and not a life‑shaping force? Host Shemaiah Reed sits down with Dr. Don Sweeting—Chancellor of Colorado Christian University, seasoned pastor, scholar, and cultural commentator—to tackle that question head‑on. Dr. Sweeting shares:Why being Christian is not enough in today’s academic arena.How CCU bucked the nationwide enrollment slump with a 128 % surge.The growing ideological imbalance on college campuses—and how parents and students can discern education vs. indoctrination.Practical wisdom for young believers navigating a confused world.If you care about faith, truth, and the future of higher ed, this conversation will refocus your perspective and ignite your purpose.Dr. Donald W. Sweeting — Snapshot BioChancellor, Colorado Christian University (2022–present)President, CCU (2016–2022) – steered 13 straight years of record enrollment, launched CCU Academy for high‑schoolers, and opened new campus centers.Former President, Reformed Theological Seminary (Orlando) and longtime pastor & church‑planter in Illinois and Colorado.Academic creds: Moody Bible Institute (Bible‑Theology), B.A. History – Lawrence U., B.A./M.A. – Oxford, graduate work – Regent College, Ph.D. Historical Theology – Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.Thought leader & author: frequent contributor to Fox News, The Gospel Coalition, World, Townhall, and co‑author of How to Finish the Christian Life.Boards & service: National Association of Evangelicals, International Alliance for Christian Education, EPC Theology Committee, Western Conservative Summit co‑chair.Personal: Married to Christina; proud dad of four adult children.https://www.ccu.edu/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.