I was deeply honored to record a pair of broadcasts with Focus on the Family last month. These broadcasts are being aired today and tomorrow (each episode is about 30 minutes long). You can also find a short parent-child discussion guide--a conversation-starter for those whose children are beginning to explore the idea of going to college. … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Teen to Thrive at College
Thriving at College
A Generation Hobbled by the Soaring Cost of College
Great, in-depth article in today's NY Times on just how widespread and massive the issue of student debt is in our day. A few excerpts: "Ninety-four percent of students who earn a bachelor’s degree borrow to pay for higher education — up from 45 percent in 1993, according to an analysis by The New York Times of the latest data from the Department of Education. This includes loans from the federal government, private lenders and relatives." "Mr. Date likened excessive student borrowing to risky mortgages. And as with the housing bubble before the economic collapse, the extraordinary growth in … [Read more...] about A Generation Hobbled by the Soaring Cost of College
Think Seriously Before Accepting Student Loans
A great open letter from Collin Hansen to next year's crop of college students on the dangers of student loans. An excerpt: I should warn you, however: Someone has to pay, and college isn't getting any cheaper. Your parents have probably pointed this out a time or two. (Go easy on them. The recession took a big bite out of their retirement accounts, and a year or two of private college tuition and board probably costs about what they paid for the house you grew up in.) Friends, guidance counselors, and admissions officers can surely point you to the various payment options. If you've studied … [Read more...] about Think Seriously Before Accepting Student Loans
Remember Your Creator in Your Youth
Great reminder from David Murray: Our enemy says, “Youth for pleasure, middle age for business, old age for religion.” The Bible says, “Youth, middle age, and old age for your Creator.” In Eccl. 12:1 we read: "Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, 'I have no pleasure in them.'" Why? Because our early years, writes David Murray, are: 1. Energetic years 2. Sensitive years Far more of us become Christians in our youth than in our middle or old age. 3. Teachable years 4. Dangerous … [Read more...] about Remember Your Creator in Your Youth
Thriving at College – 53% off!
WTS Bookstore is running a special sale on Thriving at College, offering the crazy-low price of $7.00/copy on two or more copies. (Free shipping on orders over $49.) It's a one month sale, starting today. "A must-read for kids headed to college and those already there." - Ted Tripp, best-selling author Shepherding a Child's Heart "This book will be required reading for all three of my children.” Tullian Tchividjian, senior pastor of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church "Thriving at College is an outstanding book for college students...It will be an excellent gift for all high … [Read more...] about Thriving at College – 53% off!
Truth For Life ‘Staff Picks’ For College Student Reading
Alistair Begg recently preached a sermon series entitled Lessons For Life (all available for free download). It's particularly suited to "young men and women entering college or taking their first steps out into the world." Truth for Life Ministries has also posted a series of recommended books for college students, and I was encouraged to see that Thriving at College made the list, along with a bunch of great resources. Check it out. … [Read more...] about Truth For Life ‘Staff Picks’ For College Student Reading