1989 Miracle Yearbook

History Testifies of THE PURSUIT The Pursuit of a Miracle began in the late 1800's with the dream of five men and their vision of a college to train people to serve the Lord. In 1887, the first real fruits of their dream appeared in the form of a college charter. The real pursuit began as the need for financial backing emerged. Almost ready to give up after several years of trying to obtain support for the college, a gift of $25,000 enabled the opening of the doors. The dream continued in the 1940's as the Baptist Bible Institute of Cleveland was outgrowing its facilities; the faculty and student body were searching for the Lord's direction. At the same time, Cedarville College was suffering hard times financially. In order for this small Presbyterian college to continue, it would definitely take a miracle and the leading of God. These two institutions, brought together through the providence of God and the insight of Dr. James T. Jeremiah, continue today as a Baptist college with a renewed commitment to "the Crown and the Covenant" and "the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ." A MIRACLE 1989 2/N PURSUIT OF A MIRACLE Freshmen start offthe year by participating in the "Getting Started" program.