Psalm 37:30-31 “The mouths of the righteous utter wisdom, and their tongues speak what is just. The law of their God is in their hearts; their feet do not slip.”

The psalmist probably had someone in mind when he wrote this verse; maybe his father, a priest, or a king who had been a mentor to him.

Principle: Good spiritual habits, Bible knowledge and business experience qualify a business leader to be a mentor.

In Christian circles there has been quite an emphasis on mentoring. There are books on the subject and some Christian organizations are dedicated just to this concept. Yet there is not a lot of it going on in the Christian business world. 

Christian-owned companies should pair up key employees with more seasoned colleagues. Some leaders could go outside their industry for their own spiritual mentoring. A friend of mine went to one of the most well-known Christian leaders in the country and asked him if he would mentor him, which he agreed to do. Aim high.

Within a large company, a person might seek out someone in the company as a mentor. Look for a person who knows a lot about the company and who encourages independent efforts. If you’re the one being mentored, realize there are limits on the information you will receive. Do not expect this to be a pipeline of information from top management. Let the mentor take the lead in sharing personal information. Do not overtax the relationship by asking for advice too often or stopping by when you have nothing to discuss.

A righteous and wise person is the best choice as a mentor. If you are that person, say “yes.” You will find the time and you will be enriched by the relationship.

Discussion:

1. No matter our age, we can benefit from mentoring, and from being mentored. Do you have mentoring relationships on both sides of the equation?

2. Share your experience being mentored or being a mentor. How did either deepen your relationship with the Lord and improve your business?