One the best books about college ministry is The Powerful Percent by Patricia Burgin. If college students are a part of your life in any way, you need to read this book. (It is unfortunately out of print, so you will have to find a used copy online).
The title refers to the roughly one percent of the world's population who are college students. Burgin details the impact this "powerful percent" has had throughout history. College students have been responsible for many of the major cultural, scientific, political, and societal changes of the world. Her thesis (and I agree) is that when college students are captivated by the Gospel, God uses them to change the world.
Here is a great quote:
"There has always been something extraordinary about students. Throughout history they have been on the frontlines of revolutionary change. Their energy and idealism have fueled the gospel's advance through every generation. And just as university-aged people have carved deep marks of influence through the past 2000 years, students today are on the verge of leaving their mark on the final years of this millennium. Their work, too, will be felt for all eternity."
Students have the time, energy, and idealism to make a difference. They still believe that the world can truly change, and they are right! I cannot think of a better way to spend my life than convincing these young men and women to give their lives to the kingdom of God.
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Matty,
fun to see your blog. I look forward to reading it. Keep me posted on updates to it if you can.
The book sounds interesting. I will have to look for it online.
I look forward to beating you in chess. Or not!
Thanks for the reminder about why Maria and I moved back to work with college students. I often lose sight of how much influence these students can have and miss out on what the Lord has called me to do in directing them to his calling and purpose for their lives.
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