The Bible shows us many examples of mentoring, most notably Elijah and Elisha, yet Deborah was a prophet and judge in her time. Naomi famously mentors Ruth in the proper way to approach Boaz. And although it was certainly brief counsel, Eli gave Hannah an encouragement that changed her demeanor and the course of her life and Jewish history! Put on your armor and be ready to mentor—and be mentored—to touch the lives of women in need.
Ephesians 6:11-18 TLB
¹¹ Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand safe against all strategies and tricks of Satan. ¹² For we are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against persons without bodies—the evil rulers of the unseen world, those mighty satanic beings and great evil princes of darkness who rule this world; and against huge numbers of wicked spirits in the spirit world. ¹³ So use every piece of God’s armor to resist the enemy whenever he attacks, and when it is all over, you will still be standing up. ¹⁴ But to do this, you will need the strong belt of truth and the breastplate of God’s approval. ¹⁵ Wear shoes that are able to speed you on as you preach the Good News of peace with God. ¹⁶ In every battle you will need faith as your shield to stop the fiery arrows aimed at you by Satan. ¹⁷ And you will need the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit—which is the Word of God. ¹⁸ Pray all the time. Ask God for anything in line with the Holy Spirit’s wishes. Plead with him, reminding him of your needs, and keep praying earnestly for all Christians everywhere.