Think back to those basic multiplication rules. The easiest one for me to remember is that any number multiplied by zero will always be zero. Mentors must be believers who have developed basic spiritual disciplines that are a natural part of their lives. For example, it is impossible to help someone begin or strengthen a personal quiet time if the mentor is not having an effective quiet time. Mentors must be authentic examples.
Mentors focus on relationships.
Leadership meetings should provide time for a focus on mission, focus on relationships and focus on Bible study. Many leaders limit the focus on relationships to those between small groups of members and prospects. Strong leaders model how to lead. Such mentoring relationships can exist throughout your entire Sunday School ministry. Adult ministry leaders or ministry teams likely will find themselves mentoring new or immature Christians as they use the gifts and abilities of class members in ministry opportunities.