Mission
The Institute for Global Engagement (IGE) is a Christian, non-partisan think tank dedicated to addressing issues in the public square with biblical distinctiveness. Founded in 2015, the IGE values the biblical narrative, thoughtful consideration, and gracious civility. We believe the Bible to be a living and active narrative that can illuminate the ideologies undergirding issues of our day. Though the Scriptures are a primary source they are not the only source. All truth is God’s truth. Therefore, we draw from a wide swath of material to address and contextualize such issues in a gracious and civil manner.
The Institute fulfills its mission through various programming and resources designed to develop thoughtful reflection for Christian engagement within God’s world through:
The Leadership Lecture Series and Veritas Lecture Series
The Center for Global Religious Freedom
The Center for Baptist History & Heritage
Core Values
Our core values are all inspired by, and infused with, the truth of God’s word and Judeo-Christian worldview. This foundation is built upon the Theological virtues of faith, hope, and love and the Cardinal virtues of prudence, courage, temperance, and justice.
Human Flourishing
Creatively cultivating understanding that we are all created in the Imago Dei and have an active role in God’s creation.
Economic Liberty
Unlocking free enterprise to catapult economic growth at micro and macro levels.
Biblical Justice
Advocating for the rights of the marginalized, forgotten, and those actively being oppressed.