Coaching Disciples

Implementing coaching to grow disciples like Jesus did. To download this summary, click here. Guest: David Smith, life development and spiritual growth coach; David also trains leaders in The Coach Approach Introduction: The practice of coaching in small groups—modeled on Jesus’ methods—can equip and build modern-day disciples of Jesus. Summary: Jesus is a brilliant developer of people. Just as Jesus used tools to “build” those first disciples and the early church, we can implement his tactics. What Christ did dovetails with the coaching approach: Created an environment filled with grace and truth Believed in them Asked powerful questions Used stories and metaphors for learning Asked them to make decisions Called them to action Coaching can be effectively used in small-group settings (for example, men’s, women’s, and community or life groups): Makes effective use of time, energy, and income Impacts larger numbers of people Though different for every pastor or leader to implement, s