Three passages in 2 Timothy mark the importance of Paul commending Timothy to mentor others, as he has received training as a mentee. In their book Mentoring: Biblical, Theological, and Practical Perspectives, Dean K Thompson and Dr. Cameron Murchison write, “Of the three pastoral epistles, the letter that most clearly represents the wisdom of an elder Christian passed … Continue reading Component 4: Paul Releases Timothy to Mentor Others
The Mentor Project
A study of biblical relationships in the Old and New Testament, church history, and the present.
Component Three: Paul Trains Timothy in an Incremental Way
A wise leader does not entrust his follower with a task he has not first prepared him to receive. He gradually trains and releases over time and with great care. The mentoring approach of Paul to Timothy exemplifies this slow and deliberate process. The art of mentoring is on display when a mature mentor releases … Continue reading Component Three: Paul Trains Timothy in an Incremental Way
Component 2: Paul Shares His Life and Ministry Alongside of Timothy
In his well-known book, The Master Plan of Evangelism, Dr. Robert E. Coleman writes, “Building men and women is not that easy. It requires constant personal attention, much like a father gives to his children…children are not raised by proxy. The example of Jesus would teach us that it can be done only by persons staying close to … Continue reading Component 2: Paul Shares His Life and Ministry Alongside of Timothy
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