The Launch Mission

One of the biggest factors that I have seen in students who struggle with the transition from high school to college is that they are what the apostle Paul called “infants” in Christ (1 Corinthians 3:1). Even if they grew up in church, many students are still feeding on milk,…

Today on The Launch Mission Podcast, we will introduce the first of four parts of the Freedom Permit: Spiritual Development. This one is the first and most important. After listening, check out daily blog posts this week for more insight on this topic. Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launch-mission-podcast/id1677806999 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4idjJJooUzWyJ1LONU35Jw…

Here are a few questions to challenge you to help your senior think positive and focused this year. How have they seemed off and distracted this year so far? What activities does he/she need to stay active and involved in this year? What are some mini-goals that they could set…

Depending on where you look, there is a statistical range for how many Christian students struggle in their faith while attempting to cross this great gap. I can honestly tell you that it is somewhere between 60-75%. Do me a favor and try to erase the fact that you have…

When I was in high school, I was like the poster child for a teenage Christian youth group kid. I grew up in a healthy Christian family, and was active in a church that taught about following Jesus. I was the one who invited friends to weekly outreach events and…

SENIORITIS, it’s a real thing. Some of you have seen this condition rear its evil head all throughout high school, but this year, it will live large. In spite of that, here are a few thoughts on how to help your child navigate through this last year of high school.…

Today on The Launch Mission Podcast, we have Dr. Chap Clark talking about the struggles of adolescents during this life transition and the importance of Christian community throughout the process.   Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-launch-mission-podcast/id1677806999   Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/4idjJJooUzWyJ1LONU35Jw   Google Podcasts – https://podcastsmanager.google.com/show?show=show%3A4hNZQ8gazTpZA6v9oMNypA   Amazon Music – https://podcasters.amazon.com/podcasts/4be2f418-75bd-43e0-9cee-5d36db7630d3 Tommy…

Think for a moment about your transition to college (decisions, behaviors, relationships…). How do you want your child’s experience to be same/different?   What is the mindset of your senior right now?   What are your fears about your child going to college next year?   What are the three…

As a student finally approaches his senior year in high school, they have spent almost all of their recollected life in school and at home, under the supervision of loving parents and teachers; but now that is about to change. With some nervousness and much excitement, they are preparing for…

There is an odd exchange that takes place, in the life of a recent high school graduate, the day he moves away to go to college, or other post high school destinations of choice. The night before, he lives under his parent’s roof, which incorporates everything from a curfew to…