Biblical ethics and governance

Kingdom Ethics Collective

Northeast Wisconsin Biblical Ethics Board

NEW-BEB — a Scripture-anchored, safety-forward board that helps churches and biblical counseling ministries practice with integrity, accountability, and love.

"He has told you, O man, what is good… do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God." — Micah 6:8

Why a Biblical Ethics Board?

Because God Has Spoken, We Must Practice Ethics

Scripture calls leaders to wisdom, humility, and accountability (Proverbs 11:14; James 3:1; Galatians 6:1). Ethical guidelines help us apply God's Word in concrete policies — protecting the vulnerable, honoring governing authorities, and guarding the reputation of Christ.

We are all sinners in need of grace — so we build guardrails, not loopholes.
Biblical counseling is ministry, not clinical therapy — so we clarify scope and referral.
Churches must be safe places — so we practice safeguarding and clear consent.

Micah 6:8

"Do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God."

Proverbs 11:14

"Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety."

Romans 13:1

"Let every person be subject to the governing authorities."

Galatians 6:1

"Restore him in a spirit of gentleness."

James 3:1

"Not many of you should become teachers… we who teach will be judged with greater strictness."

What NEW-BEB Provides

Code of Biblical Ethics

Clear standards for confidentiality, boundaries, notes, and care — grounded in Scripture and best practice.

Scope & Referral Policy

Defines the scope of biblical counseling and when to refer to licensed care — protecting both clients and counselors.

Safeguarding & Investigations

Child/vulnerable-adult safety, complaints intake, and case review pathways in alignment with Wisconsin law.

Informed Consent Templates

Plain-language forms explaining our model and the limits of confidentiality — required for all care relationships.

Training & Audits

Ethics intensives, documentation clinics, and compliance checkups for member churches and counselors.

Accredited Ministry Sites

Partnership status for churches and ministries aligning with NEW-BEB policies and ethical standards.

Downloads available upon request — anyone may request these resources.

How NEW-BEB Works

1

Enroll as a Partner

A church/ministry or individual biblical counselor enrolls and adopts the policies.

2

Equip & Align

Complete safeguarding, informed consent, and documentation training; implement forms and processes.

3

Care with Integrity

Serve counselees with Scripture, clear scope, and love; consult and refer wisely when indicated.

Join the Kingdom Ethics Collective

Board Members

Serve a 3-year term, complete safeguarding training, affirm the statement of faith and code of ethics, consent to background checks.

Church / Ministry Partner

Adopt the Code of Biblical Ethics, Scope/Referral, and Safeguarding policies. Identify an Ethics/Complaints contact; complete trainings.

Individual Counselor

Affirm Statement of Faith & Code; complete safeguarding and documentation training. Use informed consent; maintain notes and privacy; consult and refer wisely.

Questions About NEW-BEB?

Restoring Hope Ministries — Serving Northeast Wisconsin. Biblical counseling is a ministry of the church and not a substitute for legal or clinical services.

Micah 6:8 · Proverbs 11:14 · Romans 13:1 · Galatians 6:1 · James 3:1

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