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Making Contracts Biblical by Tony Stoltzfus

Tony Stoltzfus — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 22:06:51 +0000

Over the years I've personally been deeply grieved to watch a number of important relationships in the Christian coaching world implode over contract issues. Those experiences started me thinking: what does scripture have to say about a Christian coach’s relationship to contracts and the legal system? We all use coaching agreements, and we have contracts with the schools that train us with those who do work for us. Is the way we craft these agreements biblical, or are we just copying common business practices without really thinking about how the fit with a Kingdom perspective?

So let's dive in and explore what a biblical approach to coaching contracts might look like...

Receiving: The Gift of the Season, by Ginny Victory

Kimberly Dinsdale — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:27:37 +0000

"On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold and of incense and myrrh."

NLP & Christian Coaching by Tony Husted

Tony Stoltzfus — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 17:04:38 +0000

What is Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and Should a Christian Use it?

[Editor's Note: We'd like to start a dialogue on this issue, so feel free to comment!]

These questions come across my desk or are raised in a telephone conversation almost daily. I would like to shine some light on this topic and open a conversation and exploration about it with you. In doing so I think it is important to define what is NLP, explore it's origins, and applications.

Neuro-Linguistic Programming: What is it really?
The origins of NLP are fairly simple. Two men, John Grinder and Richard Bandler were interested in...

What is the Biblical Basis for Coaching? by Phil Newell, part 2

Jerome Daley — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 16:51:48 +0000

Last month we considered the "coaching" practices of Barnabas and Paul...but what about Jesus? Was Jesus the ultimate Master Coach? It is true that the definitions for a coach, particularly the ones from a Christian perspective, would have been admirably filled by Jesus...

Are You Called to Be a Christian Coach? by Katie Brazelton PhD

Tony Stoltzfus — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:20:51 +0000

God has placed a distinct call on the lives of Christians in the coaching profession. Whether you are thinking about becoming a Life Coach or are looking for a Coach to walk alongside you, let this discussion help you reflect on two things: First of all, God has His eyes on this influential, Kingdom-building group of dedicated servant-coaches. And secondly, He has anointed them to coach on a vast array of topics in the power of His Holy Name.

As Life Coaching fast-becomes a partner to the Lay Counseling ministries in our churches...

What is the Biblical Basis for Coaching? by Phil Newell, part 1

Jerome Daley — Fri, 22 May 2009 15:35:05 +0000

The development of a sound biblical basis for coaching will be critical if it is to be given a place of broad acceptance and usefulness in the Christian community in the days to come. This is an area that has only recently received serious consideration or study. The primary reason for coaching’s expanded application in [...]

Barnabas: A Biblical Role Model for Coaching by Katie Brazelton PhD, MDiv, MA

Linda Hedberg — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 14:50:22 +0000

Coach trainer and founder of Life Purpose Coaching Centers International, Katie Brazelton, writes about a biblical example of life coaching. Some of the greatest achievements in each of our lives can be traced back to a word of encouragement from a loved one, a trusted friend, or an advisor. Encouragement has always been a powerful and motivating resource; [...]

Why Faith-Based Professional Coach Training? by Keith E. Webb

Linda Hedberg — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 19:43:44 +0000

Dr. Keith E. Webb, coach trainer and cross-cultural leader with Creative Results Management, builds the case for faith-based professional coach training. Many in ministry call themselves a “coach” or describe their ministry function as “coaching.” In many circles the term is often used interchangeably with mentoring or one-on-one teaching or discipleship. In the marketplace, the function [...]