Discipleship Guide: Week 1 - Rev. Sean Stanfield
- Sean Stanfield
- Aug 17
- 1 min read
A Discipleship Guide for Branch Groups is a practical resource designed to help group leaders and members grow in their faith together through structured Bible study, prayer, accountability, and spiritual practices. It typically includes weekly topics, discussion questions, Scripture readings, and action steps aimed at fostering deeper relationships with God and one another. The guide promotes spiritual maturity, community building, and active living out of Christian values.
Weekly Topic: Are You Sure You Are Calling Me?
Scripture: Matthew Jonah 1:1-3 and Isaiah 43:10
Questions for Reflection and Response:
How do you recognize the difference between a personal desire and a divine calling into something God has called you to? What signs or confirmations do you believe are necessary?
What fears or uncertainties do you wrestle with when imagining a transition a call into a ministry? Are they practical, spiritual, or emotional?
In what ways can years in your occupation shape your ability to serve, empathize, and lead in a ministry context?
What does “ministry” look like beyond the pulpit? Could your call be more unconventional than traditional?
Who in your life can help you discern your calling honestly and biblically? Do you have spiritual mentors or accountability partners?
How can the church support those who feel called to ministry later in life? What would it look like for a church to affirm and equip you?
Actionable Steps:
If God is calling you, what might obedience look like in the next 6 months? (Small steps, such as study, mentorship, prayer, or volunteering?)
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