The contemporary church is seeing a mass exodus of young adults walking away from their faith in their late teens and early twenties. Some studies say the percentage is around 80% while others estimate it to be much higher. As a father, I am passionate for the faith of my children. As a pastor, I am passionate for the faith of others. And as a youth pastor, I am passionate for the faith of families and young adults.

Christian homes are becoming scarce. The once-common model of parenting—in which dad and mom stood and sacrificed together to steer their children to adulthood—has been disassembled and cheaply improvised by a godless culture.

Some students will excel on their own with their homework assignments. Most need help. Here are some things you can do to help as a parent:

Discerning your child’s needs and responding biblically