Why Every Christian Man Needs at Least One Mentor

Some of the most important lessons a mentor teaches happen when he is not trying to teach anything. In this Pursuit Bite, Thomas shares how two mentors shaped more than his knowledge: Jim Fink modeled grace and helped him plan a major career decision, while Marc Serrao demonstrated that success should never make a leader too important to notice the person who needs help.Key takeawaysA mentor should not replace your responsibility to think, decide, and do the work.Character is a stronger qualification than impressive results alone.Proverbs 15:22 points toward many advisers, not one person who covers every area.Mentors can help you avoid preventable mistakes and months of repair.Start with coffee and thoughtful questions; do not force a ten-year commitment.Humility, curiosity, and willingness to listen make guidance useful.Scripture mentionedProverbs 15:22People and resources mentionedJim FinkMarc Serrao and Oakmont BakeryFree Grow on Purpose Workbook: https://grow.pursuitofcalling.comPodcast chapters00:00 The lessons mentors never say 00:44 Why every man needs a mentor 01:06 Jim Fink and faithful example 01:24 A lens of grace 01:58 Counsel for a life-changing decision 02:21 Marc Serrao: character in business 03:57 Proverbs 15:22 and many advisers 04:33 Borrow someone else's wisdom 05:07 Where do you need guidance? 06:07 The Grow on Purpose Workbook 06:29 Results matter; character matters more 07:01 Closing encouragement