Focus on Reproduction, Mentor's Guide, MG12

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2 Pet. 1.12-15 - Therefore I intend always to remind you of these qualities, though you know them and are established in the truth that you have. [13] I think it right, as long as I am in this body, to stir you up by way of reminder, [14] since I know that the putting off of my body will be soon, as our Lord Jesus Christ made clear to me. [15] And I will make every effort so that after my departure you may be able at any time to recall these things. 2 Pet. 3.1 - This is now the second letter that I am writing to you, beloved. In both of them I am stirring up your sincere mind by way of reminder. 2 Tim. 1.6 - For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. The ministry of “reminding” is one of the key ministries that the godly teacher can do. Do not hesitate to reiterate the fundamental truths at every turn. You will ensure that the students make these truths their very own. Seek to make your times of study a time of spiritual refreshment and awakening as much as it is a time of reflection and dialogue on the truth . If at all possible, structure your time in such a way that you can allow for prayer for the students, and encourage the same in their lives. Prayer has profound power to intermingle with your teaching and produce fruit in their lives with powerful effect. The Lord is willing to help them grow to become more like his Son, and be as effective as they need to be as they learn and apply these truths. Above all, it is imperative on the assignments you provide that you be clear . Make certain that the students understand the assignment for next week, especially the written piece. This is not difficult; the goal is that they would read the material as best as they can and write a few sentences on what they take them to mean. This is a critical intellectual skill for your students to learn, so make sure that you encourage them in this process. Of course, for those students who might find this difficult, assure them of the intent behind this assignment, and emphasize their understanding of the material being the key, not their writing skills. We want to

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