Date

8-9-2024

Department

Rawlings School of Divinity

Degree

Doctor of Ministry (DMin)

Chair

Garry Graves

Keywords

Mentoring, Discipleship, Leadership, Spiritual Formation

Disciplines

Religion | Religious Thought, Theology and Philosophy of Religion

Abstract

The primary objective of the study was to enhance the operational leadership within the church by implementing a mentorship program. The main target audience consisted of existing ministry leaders who would undergo specialized training to empower them in mentoring the upcoming generation of leaders within the church community. Emphasis was placed on the significance of dedicating resources toward nurturing the spiritual growth of the current leaders, as this would offer valuable insights into effectively guiding the spiritual journey of the future leaders based on solid biblical principles. The project probed into various key themes such as Story, Wisdom, Prayer, Character, and Relationships, which were identified as pivotal elements in fostering the spiritual maturation and overall development of disciples within the context of mentorship relationships. The research demonstrated the importance of instructing mature Christian men in the process of mentoring the next generation of leaders as a biblical practice backed by both the Old and New Testaments. Christian leaders ought to prioritize spiritual growth, leading to a deeper comprehension and drive to participate in the various ministries of the local church. The project underscores the necessity for churches to establish a comparable mentoring process for incorporation into church ministries, rooted in biblical, spiritual, and missional values, to empower believers with quality leadership skills to edify the church.

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