Nick Hall: Advice to Class of 2012 – how to be yourself, disagree graciously and create community

This year’s graduating class is unlike any other. They have endured tremendous loss, turmoil and change and have proven their resilience. They have shown themselves to be leaders who are neither afraid to speak up for what they believe in nor to extend their hands to others.

As an evangelist, I spend much of my time ministering to and with millennials and members of Generation Z. They have taught me much, and in return, I would like to share with them three lessons I have learned over the years:  Jesus did not always tell people what they wanted to hear, yet he treated even his enemies with dignity. We need to bring our true selves to the table.