The Men of Iron Minute
The Essential Role of Mentorship
by Steve Glick | Director of Marketing Strategy
Josh Beers talked a lot about mentorship this week on the Men of Iron Podcast. He talked about not only the importance of pouring into others, but actively pursuing men speaking into your own life.
“I need a Paul in my life and then I need a Timothy to pour into.”
One of my favorite verses is 2 Timothy 2:2 (NIV). “And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” Paul invested significant time mentoring Timothy, and in his letter, he encouraged Timothy to do the same with other men. The Bible is filled with examples of intentional mentorships, such as Paul’s mentorship with Barnabas and later Silas.
The essential role of mentorship is to learn what it means to be a follower of Jesus from a man a season or two ahead of you and take that knowledge to teach others.
Some of the most rewarding times in my life have come when I’m both mentoring others and being mentored myself.
I can’t express how valuable my mentorship experiences have been over the years. Many of these mentors have become lifelong friends. Having a mentor like Shawn early on in my faith journey, who had experienced very similar struggles in life, was an incredible blessing. God provided me with numerous other godly men when I needed it most. And his has placed men in my life that I’ve been able to mentor when they need it most.
“Admitting that you need a mentor is actually a sign of strength.”
Remember, you were not meant to navigate life alone. Seek out a friend, a mentor who will support and challenge you in your journey. Find your Paul, and when you have grown in faith and maturity find your Timothy.
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