I came across another great article on coaching in Ministry Today. It says in part:

At the heart of good coaching is relationship. Coaching goes beyond surface interactions and connects with people on a deep level while providing guidance on issues that matter to them. For the most part, coaches are not experts. They are simply caring, competent individuals who come alongside others and offer support, encouragement and accountability for growth.

A good coach enables others to discern what God is saying. It's not as though coaches never give advice—they simply understand that real transformation occurs through meaningful relationships, experiences and spiritual discernment. Coaching relationships are extraordinary, life-changing partnerships.

I believe that the Holy Spirit is using the coaching movement as a tool to reshape the 21st century church. When it comes to approaching postmodern society, the coaching model gets it right by nurturing the creativity of individuals rather than conforming them to a one-size-fits-all Christianity.

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