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Rooted in Scripture, Guided by the Spirit, Built for Your Context

The Church has been called to fulfill four primary functions:

  • Worship and Prayer (Matt. 21:13, Colossians 3:16)

  • Discipleship and Teaching (Matt. 28:20, Act 2:42)

  • Community and Connection (John 13:35, Galatians 6:2)

  • Missions and Evangelism (Matt 28:19, Acts 1:8).

And it’s also been tasked with fulfilling the greatest mission known to mankind.

Rather than prescribing a rigid formula for fulfilling the mission and ministry of the Church, Scripture shows Jesus and the Apostles using adaptable patterns and principles—a framework that grew the Church and spread the Gospel widely.


So why did God choose a framework over a formula?

Comparison of a framework and a formula. The framework is described as a structured guide of principles, components, or steps, keeping a Christ-centered identity, allowing the Holy Spirit to move, being flexible, and integrating context. The formula is described as a rigid, inflexible pattern that over-simplifies God and quenches the Holy Spirit, unable to account for complex variables.

Framework Benefits

Embracing this biblically grounded framework can lead to outcomes such as:

  • A framework ensures the church/ministry is focused on fulfilling its primary functions and building God’s kingdom with urgency, aligning everyone with the mission. (Matt. 28:19-20, Luke 10:2)

  • Provides clear discipleship pathways, clarifies who you are reaching and how to help them get involved, and creates space for deep connection. (Matt. 28:19-20, Ephesians 4:11-12)

  • Facilitates spiritual development and depth of leaders, ministries, and the congregation as a whole—ensuring everyone has a “ministry mindset.” It also fosters opportunities for church planting or ministry multiplication. (Acts 6:7, Ephesians 4:11-12)

  • Transforms vision into actionable steps, helping grow ministries, target and train new leaders, and expand the mission while minimizing chaos, which creates long-term health and kingdom impact. (Proverbs 16:3, Acts 2:42-47)

  • Creates clear roles, responsibilities, and decision-making processes, promoting accountability and ensuring alignment within church/ministry leadership and overseer teams. (1 Cor. 12:4-5, Titus 1:7-9)

  • Establishes consistent rhythms for open, biblical conversations, fostering collaboration, conflict resolution, and preventing miscommunication.

  • Optimizes resources (talents, finances, time), ensuring they are used efficiently to fulfill God’s calling for your church/ministry. (Matt. 25:14-30, Luke 16:10-11)

  • Provides guardrails to keep the church/ministry focused on its core mission, preventing confusion, distractions, and disunity. (1 Cor. 1:10, Philippians 3:14)

The Framework Components

The framework is built around six components—Perspective, Team, Systems, Metrics, Barriers, and Momentum—all rooted in Scripture. Each component includes practical tools and disciplines designed to help you grow in clarity, health, and effectiveness.

Diagram of the 6 components of the E4 Framework

Implenting the Framework

Every church and ministry has unique needs and resources, so there are a variety of opportunities for coaching and implementing the framework. If none of the formats below are the right fit, please contact me for other options, as I am more than happy to find a format that meets your needs.

3-Day Workshop*

Day 1: Perspective

Day 2: Teams, Systems, and Metrics

Day 3: Barriers and Momentum

Also includes an individualized plan for implementation of the framework.

1-Day Workshop

Includes a full overview of all six components and an introduction to each tool. Also includes individualized plan for self-implementation of the framework.

*Facilitated team discussions and time to work through the tools are provided each day

Monthly Coaching

Includes discounted 3-Day Workshop as well as monthly check-in meetings to help you implement the framework. I will also attend and provide guidance at quarterly and annual momentum meetings.

Ad Hoc Coaching

This could include meeting with overseer team/board of directors, individual departments, succession/transition planning, budget planning, etc.

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