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Summary

In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams interviews Phil Elmore about the importance of men having accountability partnerships. Phil shares his personal experience growing up and his lack of a mentor. He discusses his work with Man in the Mirror and Spiritual Fathers to establish a process of disciplining men in churches. Phil emphasizes the need for men to have relationships with other men and the power of technology in facilitating those connections. He also highlights the rewards of this work, including the healing and transformation that comes from sharing struggles and being held accountable.

Takeaways

• Men become their best when they have another man to help sharpen them and hold them accountable
• The lack of a mentor in a man's life can lead to feelings of isolation and a lack of guidance.
• Establishing a process of discipling men in churches is crucial to address the challenges men face and keep them engaged in the church.
• Technology can be a powerful tool in facilitating connections and conversations between men, but it should be used in conjunction with in-person interactions.
• Sharing struggles and being held accountable in a safe and trusting relationship can lead to healing and transformation.

Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
01:52 - The Importance of Accountability Partnerships
08:38 - The Impact of Mentorship on Men's Lives
15:29 - Building Relationships and Fostering Trust
23:09 - Using Technology to Enhance Accountability
33:37 - Taking the First Step: Seeking Out Mentors
37:22 - The Rewards of Building Relationships with Other Men

Phil Elmore is the Care and MENSLIFE Pastor at Christian Life Center church in Dayton Ohio. You can learn more about his work with Spiritual Fathers and Man in the Mirror at www.spiritualfathers.com.