Launching Rockets: 17 Observations On Being A Parent

by Rob Bell

Genres: Parenting

Audiobook

Published July 1, 2016

About the author

Rob Bell is an American author, speaker, and former pastor known for his influence on contemporary Christian thought and public discussions of spirituality. He founded Mars Hill Bible Church in Grandville, Michigan, in 1999 and led it until 2012, during which time it became one of the fastest growing churches in the United States. The congregation expanded rapidly from meetings in a school gym to thousands of attendees each week. Bell studied at Wheaton College, where he formed an alternative rock band and became involved in preaching at a Christian camp, experiences that helped shape his approach to communication and ministry. He later earned a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary. Alongside his pastoral work he developed the NOOMA series of short spiritual films and began writing books that reached a wide audience. His publications include Velvet Elvis, Sex God, and the New York Times bestseller Love Wins, a book that sparked significant debate within evangelical circles over its reflections on hell and salvation. After leaving Mars Hill, Bell focused on writing, public speaking, and media projects, including the podcast The Robcast and national speaking tours on creativity, faith, and leadership. A documentary about his life and ideas, The Heretic, was released in 2018.

Reviews

[Mary Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best advice I've ever gotten for parenting. Was applicable for my 17 year old all the way down to my 5 month old.

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

good tips. nothing preachy or over the top. bell's observations are practical and make sense. and are obviously short and to the point given the 17 points in a 3hr run time. I preferred his points to the conversational style of kristin's points at the end. but she also had some good nuggets of truth. definitely worth coming back to and reminding yourself of these observations as your kid grows. a good listen.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

What can I say? It's exactly what you would expect from a book about parenting from Rob (and Kristen) Bell. Chock-full of profound, yet simple advice. I have listened to it over and over and it's already helped me a great deal. A must-buy if you are a parent who is inspired by the work of Rob Bell!

[Laura Burns · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great insights— some affirmed me and some challenged me. Great conversation starters!!
Wish there was a print copy version available.

[Emily Pryor · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most influential and applicable framework for parenting that exists. Can’t recommend this enough.