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Everyone Needs a Mentor Bible in a Year: Jeremiah 20–21 2 Timothy 4 To Titus, my true in our common faith. Titus 1:4 Today's Scripture & Insight: Titus 2:1–8 As I walked into my new supervisor’s office, I was feeling wary and emotionally raw. My old supervisor had run our department with harshness and condescension, often leaving me (and others) in tears. Now I wondered, What would my new boss be like? Soon after I stepped into my new boss’ office, I felt my fears dissipate as he welcomed me warmly and asked me to share about myself and my frustrations. He listened intently, and I knew by his kind expression and gentle words that he truly cared. A believer in Jesus, he became my work mentor, encourager, and friend. The apostle Paul was a spiritual mentor to Titus, his “true in our common faith” (Titus 1:4). In his letter to Titus, Paul offered him helpful instructions and guidelines for his role in the church. He not only taught but modeled how to “teach what is appropriate to sound doctrine” (2:1), set “an example by doing what is good,” and “show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech” (vv. 7–8. As a result, Titus became his partner, brother, and coworker (2 Corinthians 2:13; 8:23)—and a mentor of others. Many of us have benefited from a mentor—a teacher, coach, grandparent, youth leader, or pastor—who guided us with their knowledge, wisdom, encouragement, and faith in God. Who could benefit from the spiritual lessons you’ve learned in your journey with Jesus? Reflect & Pray Who’s been a spiritual mentor to you? For whom have you been a mentor? And whom might you mentor? Father, I’m thankful for all those who mentored me when I needed them most. Guide me to someone who might need my encouragement today. 
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I had a pastor like that. He had taken a position as national director of an organization and moved to Tulsa a couple years before my husband died..... but on the day of his visitation, in walked my pastor to give me hugs and condolences. He said he was just passing through the area.... hmmm? And last night, as I am still reeling from the death of my oldest son, my phone rang. It was that pastor, mentor, once again, reaching into my life to give me encouragement, comfort and prayer. Be a prism, spreading God's light and love, not a mirror reflecting the world's hatred.
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10/30/2020 11:32 am |
MRS JOE GOD IS WITH U. PRAYERS FOR U AN UR FAMILY BLUE LIVES MATTER DEO VIN DICE
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I had a pastor like that. He had taken a position as national director of an organization and moved to Tulsa a couple years before my husband died..... but on the day of his visitation, in walked my pastor to give me hugs and condolences. He said he was just passing through the area.... hmmm? And last night, as I am still reeling from the death of my oldest son, my phone rang. It was that pastor, mentor, once again, reaching into my life to give me encouragement, comfort and prayer. I'm so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your son MrsJ; please accept my sincere condolences †
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