A guy just sat down next to me. He graduated from university of Portland in December of 2007. Nice guy. We got to talking a little about life. He works part-time for Adidas, but is looking for something “full-time.” Until then he works, hangs out with friends, and comes here to return emails and “surf the internet.”

I’m constantly reminded through these types of conversations that college grads, more than ever before, often are left lost when it comes to direction. At 23 years old he still refers to himself as a “kid.” His life revolves around social interaction with friends. He is fully embracing this new found freedom he has.

30 years ago he would’ve been an anomaly. Not today, that’s for sure.

Some get frustrated with no direction. Some throw their hands in the air and just embrace every part of this free moment. Working with people like this in ministry is fun, I think. But watching people in midst of frustration is not at all. This guy is enjoying life, but there is definitely parts of him that feels lost. He even used that word.

People like him need us to be there, for encouragement and direction. The conversation has started with this guy…he says he comes here a lot…I’ll make sure the conversation continues!