Mentoring and Discipleship have unique qualities and so much in common. To mentor and to be mentored is a growing experience that takes time. It’s a process that requires understanding and patience, builds relationships, creates a confidence and trust in ones self and others. Discipleship illustrates leadership by example, constantly striving for perfection, pursuing goals and objectives. The example is this case is Jesus Christ. How did Jesus interact with his disciples, He choose them individually, He taught them from His word, through parables, He was a leader, He set the example (sinless) He served them, He listened and answered their questions. He taught them how to pray, build relationships, and exposed them to what the future would bring.
True Christian discipleship and mentoring are the best forms of world outreach. A willingness to share with others, teach and study His Word together, then apply His Word in our daily walk. Every generation faces its own set of challenges, and each needs Godly men and women to lead. We learn to live from God’s word and grace, not on ourselves.
For someone to be mentored he / she, must first humble themself, learn to listen and
to be a follower for a period of time.
The Bible tells older and mature christians to expose themselves to younger christians
the rights and wrongs of this world . Share their wisdom and personal experiences.
Over time the mentee and new disciple will grow in confidence and self esteem which will enable one to ward off peer pressure, bullying and exclusion.
Every mature Christian should be looking for opportunities to intentionally mentor and disciple others. If you feel impressed and God is speaking to you open up your heart and go forward, extend your time and talents to help others grow in their faith. Contact your local church, find out what kind of Outreach Ministry’s that are available and how you may fit in. If you are in a Life Group communicate your feelings, there may be others just like you wanting to reach out.
Always remember, God loves you, He knows your heart and where you stand with Him, open up your life so you can know Him personally, build an ever lasting relationship with Him.
Some additional Bible verses to review..
Matthew 28-19.. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.
Proverbs 22-6.. Train up a child in the way he should go, even when he is old he will not depart from it.
Proverbs 1-5.. A wise man will hear and increase his learning.
Proverbs 9-9.. Give instructions to a wise man and he will be wiser.
Psalm 145-4.. One generation shall commend your works to another, and declare your mighty acts.
2 Timothy 2-2.. And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
Proverbs 9-9.. Give instruction to a wise man, and he will be still wiser, teach a wise man, and he will increase in learning.
John 14-26.. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you in all things and bring to you remembrance all that I have said to you.
Hebrews 13-7.. Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith.
Philippians 4-9.. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me – practice these things, and the God peace will be with you.
Luke 6-40.. A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone when he is fully trained will be like his teacher.
Luke 9-62.. No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
John 8-31.. If you abide in my word, you are My disciples indeed.
Jeremiah 9-11.. For I know the thoughts I have for you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Continue to seek God’s purpose for your life.
Blessings, LRL
