What Every Parent Should Know About College with Dr. Gary Lovejoy
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Michael Easley discusses with Dr. Gary Lovejoy the spiritual preparation parents should consider for their children heading to college.
Parents spend years preparing their children for college academically—but are they preparing them spiritually? In this episode of inContext, Michael Easley sits down with therapist, professor, and author Dr. Gary Lovejoy to discuss the growing worldview challenges students face on today's college campuses. Drawing from decades of counseling and teaching at secular universities, Dr. Lovejoy explains why many students struggle when their beliefs are challenged and how parents, churches, and mentors can better equip the next generation. This conversation explores the importance of critical thinking, biblical discipleship, healthy family conversations, and preparing students to engage culture without compromising their faith. Whether you're raising a future college student, leading a youth ministry, or mentoring young adults, this episode offers practical wisdom for helping students stand firm in a rapidly changing culture. Key Topics Covered -Why some students lose their faith in college -The six types of students most vulnerable to campus influence -How professors shape worldview beyond their areas of expertise -What critical thinking actually looks like -The impact of social media…
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