Thousands of students gathered on the outdoor lawn at Liberty University’s campus in Lynchburg, Virginia, the same week that students on other U.S. campuses fought with police and chanted anti-Israel slogans. , worshiped with songs, and learned more about the three Apostles John. A letter to the church. The service was part of the university’s campus community events held every Wednesday night, but last week’s service took on additional meaning due to its striking contrast with other American campuses.
In recent days, students have been arrested for anti-Israel protests at more than 20 universities, including Columbia University, Yale University, the University of Texas, and the University of Southern California. At Columbia University, protesters have set up tents on the campus lawn and repeatedly refused orders to leave. On Tuesday, students occupied Hamilton Hall as part of their demands for Columbia University to “divest” from Israel.
But on Wednesday at Liberty University, students lined up to sing songs of praise. At Liberty University, the largest Christian university in the United States, students “filled the academic lawn outside the Montview Student Union,” according to one report. news release.
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“How wonderful it is that the students of Liberty come to our turf, and that instead of attacking each other, we lift up the only name worthy of our praise, and that is the King’s.” Jesus Christ, the King and Lord of all,” said Prime Minister Jonathan Falwell. Said student.
read from falwell john 3 He urged the students to remain steadfast in their faith.
“This is a choice we have to make,” Falwell said. “But understand that it’s not a choice you have to make just once, it’s a choice you have to make every day. When we wake up each day and put our feet on the ground, we know that this day, no matter what… No matter what I face, no matter what circumstances I face, no matter what circumstances I have to overcome, I have to decide that I am going to honor God, serve Christ, and pursue Christ. ”
On X (formerly Twitter), Falwell pointed out the contrast between Liberty and other schools.
“In a time of anger, hatred, and violence erupting on so many college campuses, it’s refreshing to see @LibertyU students worshiping King Jesus,” he wrote.
While anger, hatred, and violence erupt on so many college campuses, it’s refreshing to watch. @Liberty Students worship King Jesus. pic.twitter.com/tySF7siL7L
— Jonathan Falwell (@jonathanfalwell) April 25, 2024
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