Taught or caught?

"Therefore whoever relaxes one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever does them and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven." - Matthew 5:19

Being a mentor or life coach is quite the rage today. Principles are taught and guidance is provided along with potentially wise counsel. Eventually the student becomes a reflection of the coach, much like a child grows to be like the parent. Change and growth is expected, but no matter what may be taught, more is caught.

The passage before us presumes that all followers of Jesus are to be mentors, or life coaches. This truth centers on the expectation that every believer is in the process of passing on the faith to someone. Lessons may be abundant along with hours of insightful counsel, but whatever may be taught, more is caught.
As children mimic their parents, students will always mirror the practice of the teacher. While you are wholly committed to communicating Biblical truth, remember to be a mentor that does, as well as teaches. After all, more is caught than taught.