Asking good questions facilitates the personal growth and ministry effectiveness of leaders. Some questions gather information. Taking the time to understand what is really happening in a particular ministry not only clarifies the present reality, it also values the leader personally. People feel good when others listen actively. Increasing awareness is another function of good questions.
Insightful questions facilitate reflection on key issues.
Good questions also help leaders make decisions, develop plans, and take action. Planning your questions is essential for a coaching appointment. People who teach or preach focus on what they will say. Great coaches spend time thinking and praying about what they will ask. Here are five steps to prepare coaching questions.