The general definition of life coaching is the process of helping clients gain clarity about different aspects of their lives (Paperbell). Christian Life Coaching does all that but from a biblical perspective.
What is the role of a Christian Life Coach?
A Christian Life Coach is a professional who helps their clients make decisions, set and reach goals and deal with life challenges/obstacles from a biblical standpoint. Christian Life Coaches take an inside-out approach – drawing out what God has deposited in their clients. We also help identify root cause for life’s challenges. All of this is done with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. James 5:16 says, “Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. A prayer of a righteous person, when it is brought about, can accomplish much.” As a Christian life coach, I want to walk alongside you to help you uncover areas in your life that require revelation, clarity, wisdom or healing so that you can experience freedom in all areas of your life, and live fully as God intended.
Do I need Christian Coaching even if I attend church?
As Christians growing in Christ, we need to involve God in everything we do. He is the one who has established our path since the foundation of the world; He knows us best. We are to think differently and act differently, understanding our life’s focus should come from a biblical and eternal perspective. Even though we are living in this world, we need to understand that we are not of this world. That is easier said than done as it is very hard not to be influenced by the world’s perspective. We also carry internal beliefs formed from past experiences. This shapes our internal beliefs. And even if we are a new creation in Christ, we also need to renew our minds by tearing down strongholds formed from those internal beliefs shaped by the world.
A Christian life coach can provide unique insights, encouragement, empowerment, even guide you towards deliverance, to help clients create plans to achieve personal and/or professional goals, all with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Beliefs determine thoughts, thoughts determine feelings, and feelings determine actions and reactions. If internal beliefs are distorted, the decision-making process will be hindered. A Christian life coach can help clients break down those strongholds so that they can understand God’s truth bringing a new perspective in life and a better decision-making process. We are instructed to congregate with our fellow brothers and sisters. But our Christian walk does not end once we are out of church. Your church can provide mentorship, discipleship and a community of believers to engage with. Some churches include Bible-based counseling. However, it is not the same as life coaching.
A Christian life coach can provide unique insights, encouragement, empowerment, even guide you towards deliverance, to help clients create plans to achieve personal and/or professional goals, all with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Proverbs 3:6 says, “In everything you do, put God first, and He will direct you and crown your efforts with success.” God is the reason behind any success. It is through Him that true fulfillment is possible when people are living in line with His principles and plans.
If you would like to know more about how Christian life coaching can help you, feel free to contact us or schedule a free 30-minute discovery call.
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