By James McElrath

A mentor is a trusted guide—someone with experience who offers wisdom, direction, and encouragement. I was overwhelmed, unsure of how to lead or endure. When I heard friends joyfully describe how a pastor and a church had embraced them in their time of need, I didn’t celebrate. I sank deeper into bitterness, convinced that God had forgotten us.

By Brian Croft

It is helpful for pastors to look back and recall the impact of the people who personally invested in them, who spoke God’s word to them and taught them about ministry.