Tear-Filled Address for 2022 Graduates

Our world tells young people to find themselves, live their truth, and be true to themselves. Rather than following this script, Sean suggests one vital question students must answer. At the end, Sean shares tear-filled words of encouragement to his son. Please consider sharing with a parent or recent grad.
READ: A Rebel's Manifesto, by Sean McDowell (amzn.to/3HeC8TJ)
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[@curiousgeorge555]

I've never met Dr. McDowell but from what I have seen and what I sense, he is one of the most down to earth, humble, sincere followers of Christ I have witnessed. May his life and ministry thrive. Great speech.

[@OopstheTurkey]

Crazily enough I actually met him! We were at a conference and before that I saw him on stage and got up to talk to him. He was really kind and I’m definitely a fan. I also recently acquired the Apologetics Study Bible which is really interesting.

[@FierceDeityAirsoft]

Dr. McDowell, thank you so much for posting this. I recently graduated from medical school and have been feeling very nervous and anxious about the big upcoming life changes. This content really helped me to put my life back into perspective and understand that I can make it through these times by focusing on the one constant in my life, Jesus Christ!

[@SeanMcDowell]

I’m so glad to hear. You’re welcome!

[@jazztutorial]

Really beautiful. Best graduation speech I've ever heard

[@SeanMcDowell]

Wow, glad you enjoyed it!

[@zealheals]

Awww 😢
Congratulations to you and to all those under your tutelage. Changing lives and generations forever!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks. That’s the hope!

[@aydanlundy9481]

I did my graduation ceremony today with my twin brother. This was a great speech, we'll take it to heart as we walk through life. Congratulations on your son's graduation!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Congrats to you too!

[@elshine3464]

I'm a high school grad going to college this semester, thank you so much Sean! This was really helpful and very sweet! Congrats to your son as well for graduating!

[@socraticjake]

college

[@elshine3464]

@@socraticjake Oh whoops! Thanks for the correction!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Wonderful, good luck!

[@deion312]

Made me tear up

[@ElliottWong2024]

That personal address to your son was so touching and heartfelt.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks 👊

[@ElliottWong2024]

@@SeanMcDowell Please come and visit my country some day soon. Perhaps God will cross our paths together. With love and blessings from Malaysia. 🇲🇾
By the way, when was this graduation ceremony held?

[@GenerationP246]

God bless you Dr. McDowell.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thank you Nana!

[@JasonFoxLCB]

Sharing this with my kids. Two of who are entering high school in the fall.

[@SeanMcDowell]

Awesome, thanks!

[@JasonFoxLCB]

@@SeanMcDowell My boys and I actually watched "The Amazing Spiderman" last night, so that was a nice bit of serendipity.

[@SeanMcDowell]

@@JasonFoxLCB That’s AWESOME!

[@alisonrittener5606]

Best graduation speech I’ve heard!🙏

[@BradleyClary]

What Coach were you referring to at 7:00 @Sean McDowell?

[@cbrooks97]

Everything was fine until he turned around and start cutting onions.

[@jennyk8530]

So sweet! I sure teared up. I remember seeing Scottie as a Kindergartner and his class walking the hallways. I cannot believe he's graduating! Congratulations Scottie! No doubt he's off to do great things, my friend!

[@SeanMcDowell]

Thanks Jenny!!!

[@dovtwersky4383]

Wow that's thru.

[@robynmiddleton8314]

Brilliant

[@talonbreck]

You da man, Sean!!!!

[@mazza8408]

What uni was this.

[@apracity7672]

Its a Christian high school in california, not a university

[@SeanMcDowell]

I teach full time at Biola U, but this was a Christian HS