College life looks a little different for me than it does for some students. I am 53 years old, so I am not exactly living in a dorm, surviving on ramen, or calling home to ask how to do laundry. But I am still a college student. I still have assignments, deadlines, Community Learning Groups … Read more
One of the unexpected gifts of travel is perspective. I’m an “aisle seat” guy, so I’m not talking about the perspective from an airplane window. I’m talking about the kind you gain by standing somewhere that reminds you just how small your own moment in history really is. By the time you read this, I will have spent several weeks moving through England, … Read more
I’ve shared this before, but I like checking things off lists. There is something deeply satisfying about seeing progress. A completed project. An empty inbox (for about twelve minutes). A meeting that ends with clear decisions. A trip planned down to the gate number and boarding time. I enjoy productivity, planning, and working on “what’s … Read more
One of the more interesting questions I have wrestled with over the years is deceptively simple: Why do leaders keep growing? Not why they start growing. Why they continue. I know that leadership development sounds exciting in theory. However, growth is often inconvenient. Leadership development costs time, attention, humility, energy, money, discipline, and ego. As … Read more
I chose a Christian college as a last chance. I had basically failed my freshman year of college. I thought music was my future. I was certain that I would go to school for music business and go wherever life took me. That thought came crashing down in June of 2024. I lost my scholarships, I lost opportunities; I felt lost. Then, I was given a second chance. After a long … Read more
In an earlier post, I wrote about listening as a leadership discipline. That post focused on what leaders choose to attend to and how intentional listening shapes discernment over time. This post addresses a different, and in many ways more sobering, reality. Even disciplined leaders can lose sensitivity. One of the most dangerous leadership failures is … Read more
What better way to make a difference than enjoying a fantastic day on the greens? The Annual Dr. Steven Crowther Memorial Charity Golf Tournament is more than just a golf outing; it’s a celebration of camaraderie, competition, and a profound commitment to supporting Christian education. 2025 saw a record-breaking 100 golfers (with five teams of sponsored veterans and first responders) come together … Read more
God. Authority comes from God. All authority belongs to Him. Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s dig in a little deeper. Authority is one of the most misunderstood words in leadership. For some, authority is equated with position. Titles, credentials, and organizational charts become the primary sources of influence. For others, authority … Read more
Dear Manna U Community: Dr. Steven Crowther has served as President of Manna University since 2003. After many months of battling cancer, Dr. Crowther has completed his fight and has finished running his race. On Friday, April 22 he went on to his eternal reward where he now resides in the presence of our King … Read more
We are excited to share the news that Manna University has been recognized for 3 national awards and 1 state award! #3 Best Online Bachelor’s in Ministry Program _ #4 Best Online Bible College _ #12 Best Online Bachelor’s in Music Program _ #9 Best Online College in North Carolina We’re grateful for these … Read more
