Mentoring by Design

ISBN-13: 9781498294294 / Angielski / Twarda / 2016 / 138 str.

Edward R Marton;Duane A Anders

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This book was born out of a passion for mentoring disciples for Christ. The author has experienced effective mentoring as a follower of Christ. The necessity of mentors is imperative in the lives of children, youth, young adults, and of all ages. The author desires to see positive, encouraging, and Spirit-led mentoring to take place in churches.This book informs the reader regarding biblical, historical, theological, and practical mentoring. It examines the similarities and differences between mentoring and discipleship. It helps leaders understand the ingredients of effective mentoring by looking at Scripture, the role of the Holy Spirit, and applications of mentoring. This book also helps answer the question of how to make a powerful difference in the lives of individuals by the method of missional mentoring.This book will encourage todays servants of the Lord not only to be the hands and feet of Jesus, but to mentor others to become missional. Missional mentoring under the leading and design of the Holy Spirit will transform lives, churches, and communities for the glory of God.""Dr. Martons book shows how mentor relationships can bring renewal to the church. He situates practical approaches for ministry today within biblical, historical, and theological traditions in the church. The yield is a helpful resource for leaders serving in a variety of ministry settings.""--Joni Sancken, Assistant Professor of Homiletics, United Theological Seminary, Dayton OH""Edward Marton has made a compelling link between personal mentoring and the advancement of the mission of Jesus Christ today. In its practical, insightful, and application-oriented content, Missional Mentoring makes a valuable contribution to those in the Christian community who desire to participate in the mission of Christ. --Raj Attiken, former President, Ohio Conference of Seventh-Day AdventistsEdward R. Marton received his Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity from United Theological Seminary. He served as a Senior Pastor in the Ohio Conference of Seventh-day Adventists for fourteen years. Currently he serves as the Youth Director for the Ohio Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. He lives in Dayton, Ohio, with his wife, Mariya, and their two children, Levi and Leyla.