The story of Samuel comes to mind here. Before his birth he had been sold out to God by his mother. Now after he had been weaned, he was brought to the temple to be taught under Eli. Having heard the voice of God calling, he chose to run to Eli. Eli the Priest gave him directions/instructions on how to respond. His obedience to that instruction changed his life forever.
Mentors show us the way to go, they guide, correct and sometimes mete out disciplinary actions when necessary. I believe that the greatest legacy we can leave on earth with our lives is to make the next generation better. You should be ashamed to die until you've done something significant in your world. Having mentors helps us find the right path to the Vision God has given to us and they also help us replicate the same in others.
A true mentor will always comes down to your level and then take you up to his level.
See what Paul said "Those things,which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you." -Philippians 4:9. He highlighted four things here:Learning, Receiving, Hearing, and Seeing. These are the ways we benefit from mentors. In any mentoring Relationship, endeavour to learn from them, receive whatever they give to you, listen to them, and observe their lifestyle.
Don't just have a mentor from a distance, it would only profit you little. Some of the mentors that have influenced my life the most have been those I had a personal relationship with. Those I ate with, laughed with, could call at any time, could chat with online. They not only gave me their words, principles or books,they gave me their Presence. That's what Jesus did for over three years, he gave his disciples his presence. Mentorship is key in destiny Fulfilment.
ACTION POINT:
1. Locate a Mentor Prayerfully.
I'd share briefly on my little experience with mentors later at night. Do share yours as well. I appreciate those who have dropped comments, questions. Keep it coming. Your response is invaluable.
Your Friend in the Journey of Purpose,
Oluwatobi Adesanya
@_tobiadesanya
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