Back to school for high school students also means back to the mission field. Teenagers have no greater—or scarier—mission field than their own schools. But they can use advice and encouragement for this vital effort.
So help students be a light for the gospel this school year. Ramp up your efforts to train and equip them in areas where they might be nervous to live for Jesus. Start with the ideas and tips below.
Back to School Encouragement for High School Students
Christian high school students need to hear these three key reminders when heading back to school.
1. You have a mission to accomplish.
You’re not a student just because it’s important to go to school. As a Christian, school is your mission field. Every teenager-filled table in the cafeteria is a “field” waiting to be cared for and harvested. You have the good news that kids really need! Jesus said, “Go and make disciples of all nations…” (Matthew 28:19).
This cause applies to you as you seek to reach friends and acquaintances with the gospel. It applies as you make more friends with the hope of introducing them to your best friend, Jesus Christ.
2. You’re not alone.
As you walk through the school doors, remember God’s words to you. “‘I will never fail you. I will never abandon you.’ So we can say with confidence, ‘The Lord is my helper, so I will have no fear. What can mere people do to me?’” (Hebrews 13:5-6).
Don’t be afraid of bullies or critics. Why? The King of kings is with you! The one who gives the bullies breath has your back as you walk through the hallways. So enter your school with a holy, humble confidence that Jesus is with you—because he is!
