"Professor Holt was the kind of professor that left an impression in your life. He was enthusiastic about the Bible, and that made his students excited about learning." -Alicia Whitman Michael Holt "For Ezra had set his heart to study the law of the Lord and to practice it, and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel"(Ezra 7:10). This was not only the life verse of Michael Holt, but it was his way of life. After coming to Christ following high school, Professor Holt set out to fulfill this verse. Holt served as pastor of the First Reformed Church of Xenia for 16 years before becoming a full-time professor at Cedarville University. His wife said of him, "He loved teaching at Cedarville and especially treasured being able to spend one-on-one time with students." His love for educating students was seen through his reputation around campus as a professor who challenged students to truly think and "not just go through another academic procedure," as Caleb McCollim testified. Zachary Eagle said, "He would always keep the class light enough that it seemed to always keep a smile on our faces, yet he challenged us so much spiritually and knew when to be serious." 268 Memory Other students talked about his demeanor and cheer as well. "I was privileged to have Professor Holt for both of my freshman Bible classes. He always had a smile for his students, whether in or out of class," said Daryl Sando. According to Staci Crissman, another student priveleged to have Holt as a professor, "Even when I wasn't in class he asked how I was doing. He kept me on track, and gave me a helping hand every chance he got." Professor Holt will always remain in our hearts as a man of God who radiated Christ wherever he went and exemplified a great teacher, mentor, and friend.
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