Derrick Mueller: Blog

“If another believer sins against you, go privately and point out the fault…”Matthew 18:15-17 NLT
Coaching as a servant leader is confrontation. Conflict is a by product of any leadership situation because as unique individuals we differ in how we approach situations and people and because of this diversity there will always be the potential for conflict and the need for confrontation.
Confrontation is use to resolve, investigate and inquire into specific problems or issues. It essentially holds people accountable of their actions and interactions with others. The leader as coach confronts with an attitude that is concerned for the individual and community of followers. It is the process of addressing a perceived problem. Confrontation may vary in intensity but it is used for clarification and identification of performance. When confrontation is used in the coaching process the key is to gather information, address problems honestly, rebuke, and resolution of problem.
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“…Be an example to all believers in what you teach, in the way you live…” 1 Timothy 4:11-12 NLT
As a servant leader, another function or role of coaching is tutoring or teaching. The aim is to increase competency and skill in a particular area as well as increase breath of understanding.  The leader as coach intentionally and formally is involved in the process of teaching. The purpose of teaching can be varied and includes: Increase of knowledge base, skill development, personal development and to task proficiency. The object is to have one in learning as well as in commitment to learning.
Teaching can be done in a group or individual context. The format of how this teaching takes place is varied and can involve participation in clinic, seminar, class, or demonstration of a skill. The process can be long or short term. Sometimes it involves a simple on hour demonstration of how to use a piece of equipment. I often found that with new staff I was involved [...]

“As iron sharpens iron, a friend sharpens a friend” Proverbs 27:17 NLT
 One function of a servant leader/coach is mentoring. The coach uses mentoring as the informal part of teaching. Essentially mentoring is a voluntary relational experience in which the coach shares themselves with others. In this scenario the coach shares themselves as a in an interactive way as resource for growth. The coach as mentor seeks to give wisdom and instil values. The goal is to increase maturity in leadership. They are actively involved in forming and building character.
The mentor is one who is trusted and respected for their advice and counsel. They are seen as a confidant and friend in good and bad times. The coach uses mentoring as a way of developing a relationship between themselves and those under their leadership. The process is transformational for both the leader and for the follower. This aspect of coaching is concerned with the connection of leader and follower for the [...]

People have a way of becoming what you encourage them to be or not to be. As a servant leader using a coaching approach to leadership develops a synergy between you, your staff and your congregation or ministry context. The effects of this coaching synergy are greater effectiveness, accomplishment, cooperation and personal relationship with people.
Coaching as servant leader is that process that allows you to be involved relationally with others it is essentially incarnational ministry. Like coaching any sort of sport teams there are a variety functions or roles the coach can have. Depending on what role or of different function the leader takes will determine the ultimate outcome.
            There are six functions or roles of a coaching Leader. The “teaming” role is group focussed with the goal for unity and task sharing. The “counselling” role focuses on the individual or team member. The coach [...]

 Titus 1:6-9- A good coach must live a blameless life

Nehemiah 7:2- A good coach must show faithfulness and reverence to God.
Matthew 20:26- A good coaches must have a servant’s heart.
2 Chronicles 32:20- A good coach has a heart for prayer.
1 Chronicles 21:8-  A good coach accept responsibility for their actions
John 3:30- A good coach emphasizes Christ not themselves.
Micah 3:1-11- A good coach is consumed with doing what is right.
1 Chronicles 12:1-2- A good coach is not threatened by the skills of others.
Proverbs 12:15- A good coach listens and is accountable to others.
Romans 14:10- A good coach is slow to criticize and quick to encourage
Ephesians 4:32- A good coach is tender hearted and forgiving.
Proverbs 14:30- A good coach is not jealous of others.
Matthew 18:4- A good coach is humble.
Proverbs 16:11- A good coach is honest and fair.
Proverbs 11:13- A good coach is trustworthy and keeps confidence.
1 Corinthians 11:1- A good coach models Christ.
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