Torch, Fall 2001

Photo by Sue Chasnov Photo by Sue Chasnov 6 12 About Our Cover F all 2001 V OLUME 23 , N UMBER 3 Committing to God’s Plan 2 Daily chapel attendance is one of Cedarville’s institutional distinctives. The sense of community developed by corporate worship, praise, and instruction from the Word is a major factor in University culture and personal growth. There is no buffer that isolates the Cedarville family from the circumstances of life. Sometimes, it is the most difficult circumstances that teach us the most important lessons of life. God’s Perfect Plan 4 “At that point, I had the choice to either become bitter or to trust God. I knew that Jon would never have wanted me to become bitter.” What gives a young woman the strength to deal with the death of her fiancé with this attitude? Become Passionate About God 12 “People must hear the Word of God. You can be a helper, a great friend, and a great neighbor. But, if people don’t hear God’s Word from your lips, they will never be changed.” Read the story of a couple who sold out to God’s plan long before they were able to serve overseas. Take Part in God’s Work in the World 6 “I knew a lot about God, but I did not know God personally. He was like an idea, something I just sort of accepted. In 1954, God made Himself known to me.” Join a veteran missionary as he describes the journey that took him and his wife to one of the most remote nations on earth. Campus News 16 Fall Bible Conference, new construction, enrollment records ... find out more about the great things happening at Cedarville University! Features Fall 2001 / TORCH 3