BeyondU

In this powerful episode of BeyondU, Torrey Martin is joined by Sam Savat, a pastor and mother, as she unveils her journey of redemption from addiction to ministry. Explore the concept of living a missional life, impacting others in simple but profound ways. Tune in for a conversation that reminds us of God's grace in every chapter.

This week on BeyondU, Ethan Lewallen, a pastoral ministry major at OKWU, shares his story of transformation and baptism. Journey with us as Ethan and Torrey Martin discuss faith, growth, and the divine calling that led him to OKWU. Prepare to be inspired by a story of faith in action.

Join us for a compelling conversation on BeyondU with Dr. Jonathan Ensor, an OKWU assistant professor of Biblical studies and 4x student-voted Faculty of the Year. Delve into teaching the Bible without bias, cultivating a faith that transcends knowledge, and understanding the nuances of genuine, child-like faith. Tune in for profound insights that transform your perspective. No matter where you are on your faith journey, this week’s conversation is for you.

00:00 - Intro

06:32 - Why study the Bible?

10:13 - Validity of the Bible

18:06 - Students as "refugees of the culture wars"

30:51 - Desired outcomes for students

35:35 - Speed round

In this episode of BeyondU, we sit down with renowned leadership expert Dr. John C. Maxwell. With over 100 books on leadership and relationships, John offers wisdom on encouragement, learning from failure, and the true cost of leadership. Dive into an insightful conversation about shaping a new generation of impactful leaders.

Welcome to BeyondU! We're thrilled to kick off this journey of meaningful conversations about faith, culture, and higher education. Join President Jim Dunn and University Pastor Torrey Martin as they delve into the role of Christian education in today's world. Get ready for insightful discussions and captivating stories that ignite your curiosity and inspire your path forward.

Welcome to BeyondU, a podcast from ⁠Oklahoma Wesleyan university⁠ exploring faith, culture and higher education. As a University, we’re dedicated to developing students to Be One Sent into the world. It’s more than just degrees. It’s about embracing a life-long practice of being continually transformed in the ways we think and live. We're all about equipping spiritual discerners, servant leaders, and compassionate individuals who thrive in every aspect of life, wherever God leads. 

We think there’s a crucial conversation to have about the purpose of higher education, the role of faith in our everyday lives, and the ways that these two are often in conflict in our society.  

What does it mean to become a faithful scholar or a servant leader? What does it mean to live “on mission” in the workplace? How do we find solutions to cultural issues with wisdom, truth, and grace?  

Join us for candid conversations with a range of people in the OKWU community who are exploring these questions with us, from students, to professors, to alumni, to professionals that we see making a faithful impact in the world. 

Season one begins August 23rd with new episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe and listen on Spotify. 

BeyondU – Exploring faith, culture, and higher education. 

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