The Healthy Christian Leader
The Healthy Christian Leader Show is a podcast by the Aaron Ministries Network for those who are leading in their churches, businesses, communities, or elsewhere. Weekly episodes feature conversations with local leaders about their experiences in topics of growth and health. We trust that these discussions will encourage, focus, and equip you for your unique journey as a Christian leader! For more information, visit our website aaronministries.com.
The Healthy Christian Leader
Seeking and Providing Healthy Mentorship | Dr. Alistair Petrie
In this episode of the Healthy Christian Leader Show, Dwight Habermehl sits down with Dr. Alistair Petrie, an international speaker and academic, to discuss mentorship in leadership and ministry. Dr. Petrie shares his wealth of experience in leading transformation in communities globally, including through Zoom and live streaming, especially in challenging areas like Eastern Europe. He reflects on the evolution of his ministry and the deep shifts brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting how it allowed him to reach more people in new ways.
The conversation dives into the significance of mentorship, with Dr. Petrie sharing his personal journey of being mentored and mentoring others. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, transparency, and accountability in the mentoring process, urging leaders to seek mentorship with a heart of honesty and dependence on God. He also stresses that mentorship should not be about expanding one’s platform but about spiritual growth and the development of a genuine relationship with Christ.
Dr. Petrie reflects on his mentorship relationship with Dwight, which began nearly three decades ago and continues to bear fruit in their lives. As they explore the qualities of effective mentorship, they discuss the importance of asking God for guidance, finding leaders who are transparent about their own challenges and growth, and setting clear expectations for the mentoring relationship. The episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of mentorship in the life of a leader and the transformative power of walking closely with those who have gone before.
