Who is investing in your life?

Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another - Proverbs 27:17 (ESV)

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One element that stands out from Gran Turismo is the mentoring relationship between the two lead characters. As the old, jaded racer brings Jann Mardenborough under his wing and directs his path for his development and making it in the brutal world of auto racing, a special bond is developed. Even though their relationship is not perfect, it does lead to some of the most endearing elements of the film.

And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also - 2 Timothy 2:2 (ESV)

Mentorship and training are seen throughout the Bible. Jesus had his disciples, but a fascinating study can be found in the coaching relationship between Paul and Timothy. The apostle wrote some of the most personal letters to his trainee.

These men set a precedence for the value of an older individual investing in the life of someone younger. Not unlike the relationship between these men in the film, the allegiance between Paul and Timothy benefits trainees today.

It does lead to the very thing that genuinely helps mankind.