{"podcast":{"title":"Biblical Higher Ed Talk","slug":"biblical-higher-ed-talk-6583023","podcast_index_feed_id":6583023,"rss_url":"https://feed.ausha.co/wEQPMivzeNj2","website_url":"https://podcast.ausha.co/biblical-higher-ed-talk","image_url":"https://image.ausha.co/K8ZS128JAHmvqxwPl3SojJeX1Wg2K0AkIsosbEmU_1400x1400.jpeg?t=1692796961","author":"Carol Dibble","episode_count":130,"summary":"Your mission in biblical higher ed is all about changing lives for Christ. As you train the next generation of leaders, you need ideas and strategies tailored to help them flourish. On Biblical Higher Ed Talk, we dive into just that to equip you with insights and knowledge that empowers you and your institution to flourish. We’ll engage leaders and practitioners in biblical higher education and beyond, tapping their wisdom for navigating the complexities you face in higher education and hearing them share how you can take your institution from its current state to its future potential. Embark on a journey with us into finding the next steps to help you lead more effectively, expand your impact, and deepen your faith. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-07T14:19:33.218376+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/biblical-higher-ed-talk-6583023"},"episode":{"title":"Your Calling is Rarely a Straight Path","slug":"your-calling-is-rarely-a-straight-path","published_at":"2025-12-16T05:04:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/biblical-higher-ed-talk-6583023/your-calling-is-rarely-a-straight-path","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/biblical-higher-ed-talk-6583023","url":"https://podcast.ausha.co/biblical-higher-ed-talk/your-calling-is-rarely-a-straight-path","audio_url":"https://audio.ausha.co/bPAaaYiMWrma.mp3?t=1765372018","summary":"For Dr. Dondi Costin , President of Liberty University , God’s direction led from a timid teenager afraid to speak in public, to a decorated military chaplain, to the presidency of one of the largest Christian universities in the world. His story is a powerful reminder that God’s sovereignty weaves every season, assignment, and relationship into a calling far greater than we imagine. With humility and clarity, Dr. Costin reflects on leadership, obedience, identity, and the future of Christian higher education. 🎧 Tune in to discover ✅How God redirected a young Air Force cadet into ministry and chaplaincy. ✅Why authentic leadership begins with self awareness and Spirit shaped character. ✅How Liberty University’s early innovation shaped distance learning nationwide. ✅What younger leaders need to understand about calling, initiative, and humility. ✅Why leaning into Christian identity is essential for the future of biblical higher education. 🎙️ Inside the Episode: 04:49 – How Liberty University shaped his early ministry preparation 10:24 – Entering the chaplaincy and discovering a calling to serve young adults 13:49 – God’s providence in opening doors to university leadership 19:20 – Leading authentically and surrounding yourself with complementary strengths 26:10 – Why decisive leadership matters in today’s higher education landscape 32:55 – Two core leadership principles for young leaders. To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player. The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.","meta_description":"For Dr. Dondi Costin , President of Liberty University , God’s direction led from a timid teenager afraid to speak in public, to a decorated military chap…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2173,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/biblical-higher-ed-talk-6583023/episodes/your-calling-is-rarely-a-straight-path/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/biblical-higher-ed-talk-6583023/your-calling-is-rarely-a-straight-path.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}