Cornerstone University Chapel

Alisa Childers, author and Christian apologist, kicks off Christ and Culture Week in chapel and shares her journey of how the testing of her faith led her to be convinced that Scripture is true. She points students to God’s good design for biblical sexuality and to the hope of the gospel.

Eric Metaxas, a distinguished President’s Fellow of Cornerstone University, shares what it was like to watch the towers fall — and what it means to face real evil without losing hope. He reminded our campus that history is not a story we get to set aside, that Jesus has conquered death and that every student in that room is precious to Christ.

Dr. Doug Groothuis, distinguished CU Professor of Apologetics and Worldview, encourages students with a message on the second coming of Christ, calling them to holiness and to set their minds on the grace that is to come when He returns.

Dr. Mike Wittmer, professor of Systematic Theology at Cornerstone Theological Seminary, shares a message in chapel about what hope is, and he encourages students to consider what—or who—their only hope is.

In today's chapel, President Gerson Moreno-Riaño kicks off the new academic year by introducing the 2026-2027 theme — "Jesus is Coming Again."

Keith Foskey, pastor at Sovereign Grace Family Church and creator of the "YourCalvinist" channel on YouTube shares a message in chapel on "Sola Fide" — "by faith alone."

Sam Schubkegel, director of Young Adults at Ada Bible Church, shares a message in chapel encouraging students to think about God's mission for their life & what the Bible says about their relationship status.

Jon Pickens, regional manager of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, teaches on Genesis 16 reminding students that our God is "El Roi" — the God who sees.

Alex May, RD of Central Hall, points students to Hebrews 12:1-3 and 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, encouraging them to run AND finish the race well.

Abby Herrema, a junior at CU, continues the student series of Christ in the Old Testament looking at Psalm 110.

Todd Dykstra, pastor at Maranatha Bible Church, shares a message in chapel giving students 6 reasons why Jesus is worthy of their trust & worship.

Grayson Gajewski, a junior at CU, continues the student series of Christ in the Old Testament looking at Zechariah 3.

Dr. Doug Groothuis, distinguished CU Professor of Apologetics and Worldview, shares a message in chapel centered around the differences between Christianity and Islam.

Linnea Reitsma, AD of Chapel Ministries & Spiritual Formation at CU, shares a message in chapel on Sola Gratia or "by grace alone."

In chapel, AJ Gillespie from Berkley Hills Church reminded students that the Bible’s idea of patience is better understood as “long-suffering.”

Rob Meyers, CEO of DOOR International, shares how God is at work bringing the gospel to deaf individuals around the world—a significant people group that is often overlooked when we think about the unreached.

Matt Lucas, CEO of Our Daily Bread, shares a message during Global Impact Week, encouraging students to consider God's command to "GO."

Brooks Buser, president of Radius International, kicked off Cornerstone's Global Impact week by powerfully speaking to Cornerstone students about the Great Commission.

Jacob Ramirez continues Cornerstone's Friday series of "Jesus in the Old Testament" with a message on Isaiah 53's prophecy of the Suffering Servant of the Lord.

Cole Moore, CU's Spiritual Formation Graduate Assistant, teaches students about the great doctrine of Soli Deo Gloria: "To God alone be glory".

Genevieve Ellapa, a senior at Cornestone University, continues our student speaker series on Christ in the Old Testament, sharing a message based on Numbers 21. Her main point to students: "Look at Christ, and LIVE!"

This spring's Wisdom Conversation — titled America at 250: Christianity and the American Experience — features national thought leaders Dr. Cornel West and Dr. Robert P. George in a powerful discussion about faith, freedom, and the future of our nation.

Dr. John G. West, vice president and a senior fellow at the Discovery Institute, and the newly appointed Distinguished Scholar of American Government and Christian Civic Engagement at Cornerstone University, delivered an insightful message from his newest book, “Endowed by Our Creator: The Bible, Science, and the Battle for America’s Soul.”

Pastor Ben Phebus, pastor at Magnify Church, shares a message in chapel encouraging students that our joy is found in Christ and can remain constant because of His redemptive work.

Emily Flowers, a sophomore at Cornerstone and the Worship Events Intern, shares a message from Exdous 12, reminding students that the blood of Christ should bring us to our knees.

Ryan Bomberger, the co-founder of the Radiance Foundation and one of CU's President’s Fellows, delivers a powerful message on Jesus as the Way, the Truth, and the Life.Ryan reminds listeners that their origin story never has the final word — God does.

Bruce Henning, Assistant Professor of New Testament at Cornerstone Theological Seminary, shares a message in chapel based on the teaching of Solus Christus: "In Christ Alone."

In today’s chapel, Cornerstone University’s Student Body President and Vice President sat down for an interview with Gerson Moreno Riano, reflecting on leadership, faith, and the vision for our campus community.

Riley Wells, a junior at Cornerstone, walks students through Genesis 22 teaching how Christ is the true and better Isaac.

Eric Metaxas, Distinguished President’s Fellow at Cornerstone University and bestselling author, shares a message reflecting on the importance of the gospel in America’s founding—and its continued significance for the life of our nation today.

Sebastian Ramos, a pastor at Redemption City Church, invites students to consider that knowing Jesus rightly is the foundation to understand reality, to be rooted in hope, and to live fully as He intended us to.

Ben, a senior at CU, kicks off a new student chapel series exploring Christ in the Old Testament. In this message, Ben encourages his peers: "Hope in the work of Christ."

Tim Badal, pastor of Village Bible Church in Illinois, shares a message reminding listeners that the pressure we feel in life is part of following Christ but also passed to Him through faith. Tim encourages students to take their eyes off of themselves and look to Christ who is victorious!

Colleen Geisel, President of Alpha Grand Rapids, shares about how Christ became her only hope in life and the work she does at AGR for men & women facing unplanned pregnancies.

Cornerstone University President, Dr. Gerson Moreno-Riano, gives a message on change, encouraging students to look to Christ who is unchanging & constant.

In today's chapel, Tate Radaz (Executive Director of Spiritual Formation & Christian Community), gives a short devotional on the necessity and importance of the Word of God. This devotional is followed by a short message from Brian Crowell (Director of Campus Safety) on the current Campus Safety protocols & initiatives being taken to keep CU's campus safe.

Dr. Doug Groothuis, who serves as Cornerstone's research professor of Christian Apologetics & Worldview, shares a message in chapel of how Christ became the way, truth, and life in his own life.

Pastor Dale Vandyke, pastor at Harvest OPC, shares a message in chapel based off Genesis 1:1 and 3:6-9, encouraging students to join God's glorious mission & live for His purposes.

Cate Anhalt, a senior at Cornerstone University, shares a message in chapel based on Jesus' statement in Revelation where He says, "I am He who searches hearts & minds."

Professor Andy Smith, a CU professor of Bible & Theology, shares a message in chapel based on Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3.

Professor Robert Hoffman, a math professor at CU, shares a message in chapel based on Mark 5:1-20, encouraging students to tell of Christ's truth & faithfulness to others.

Liam Harlan, a senior at Cornerstone University, shares a message in chapel based on Jesus' statement of "I am the Alpha & the Omega" in Revelation 1:8.

In chapel today, we heard from our Cornerstone University deans in a panel discussion about how Jesus being “The Way, The Truth, and The Life” shapes their work, teaching within their schools, and church life.

Jon Nuenke, Young Adults Pastor at Calvary Church, shares how Jesus transformed his life, revealing Himself as The Way, The Truth, and The Life.

Marissa Gabbert, a senior at Cornerstone University, shares a message in chapel based on Jesus’ statement, “I am the True Vine,” from John 15:1.

Brad Buser, co-founder of Radius International, shares about his time in Papua New Guinea among the Iteri people, encouraging and challenging students to consider more deeply their role in the Great Commission.

Dr. Alexandria Mazei, Assistant Professor of Marketing, shares a powerful testimony of God’s faithfulness in revealing Himself to her as the Way, the Truth, and the Life.

Eric Metaxas — author, speaker, and political commentator — shares his testimony, reflecting on God’s faithfulness and mercy throughout his life.

Elijah Pleune, a junior at Cornerstone University and the Student Body President, shared a message on Jesus’ statement, “I am the Life,” from John 14:6.

Pastor Jeff Johnson, from Grace Immanuel Reformed Baptist Church, taught from Matthew 7:21–23, reminding students that true assurance comes only from Christ—not from a mere profession of faith, spiritual gifts, abilities, or usefulness.