Program Overview

The Self-Paced Faith-Based Empathy Listening Coaching Program is a self-guided journey designed to help individuals develop empathetic listening skills, rooted in Biblical principles. Participants will learn to listen deeply, understand others with Christ-like love, and reflect on how God’s Word informs their ability to communicate compassionately.

Program Objectives

• Provide a faith-based framework for developing empathetic listening skills.
• Equip participants with tools to enhance communication, emotional intelligence, and empathy, guided by Biblical principles.
• Help participants grow spiritually as they develop their ability to listen with compassion and understanding.

Program Structure

Week 1: Introduction to Biblical Listening

Week 2: Active Listening – A Core Skill

Week 3: Emotional Intelligence – Key to Empathy

Week 4: The Power of Listening with Compassion

Week 5: Overcoming Barriers to Listening

Week 6: Active Listening in the Context of Conflict

Week 7: Developing Humility in Listening

Week 8: Deepening Empathy in Relationships

Week 9: Managing Distractions and Creating Safe Listening Spaces

Week 10: The Role of Prayer in Listening

Week 11: Practicing Non-Verbal Communication in Listening

Week 12: Building Trust Through Listening

Week 13: Listening to the Heart – Understanding Deeper Needs

Week 14: Creating a Listening Culture in Groups and Teams

Week 15: Listening and Responding to Emotional Pain

Week 16: Biblical Foundations for Listening in Leadership

Week 17: Listening for God’s Voice – Spiritual Discernment

Week 18: Listening for Behavioral Cues in Others

Week 19: Compassionate Listening to Build Relationships

Week 20: Reflective Listening for Spiritual Growth

Week 21: Listening for Discernment in Conflict Situations

Week 22: The Spiritual Practice of Listening to Others’ Stories

Week 23: Developing a Ministry of Listening

Week 24: Conclusion and Integration – Listening as a Life Practice

Program Components

a. Faith-Based Listening Self-Assessment

• A tool to assess personal listening habits, guided by scripture.

b. Active Listening Techniques Through a Christian Lens

• Exercises focused on practicing active listening while applying Biblical teachings.

c. Emotional Intelligence and Empathy Development with Biblical Guidance

• Worksheets and activities to grow emotional intelligence through Christian virtues.

d. Faith-Based Reflection Prompts and Prayer

• Journaling and prayer prompts to reflect on progress, challenges, and spiritual growth.

Program Duration and Flexibility

• Recommended Duration: 6–12 months, depending on individual pace.
• Self-Paced Timeline: Flexible and adaptable to personal schedules, with time for prayer and reflection built into the program.

Support Options

Although this is a self-paced program, clients may optionally access additional support via:

• Monthly Group Coaching Calls (Steps 2 Freedom).
• Email Support for Questions (available as an add-on service).