Navigating The Way - Westward Waypoints

Navigating the Way – Week 4: Westward Waypoints

Waypoints mark our journey of faith: Accept, Belong, Contribute, and Disciple. Watch week 4 of our series Navigating The Way to see how these milestones help us know we’re on the right path and remind us that found people find people.

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   Series: Navigating The Way

  Week 4: Westward – Waypoints

  Focus: There are key waypoints that help us navigate our way back to God

  Main Text: Paul’s journey (Acts 9, 26; 2 Timothy 2 & 4; Romans 12)

  Waypoints: Accept, Belong, Contribute, Disciple

  CONNECT: Opening Discussion or Activity

  Opening Question:

  • What are some markers or landmarks that tell you you’re close to home or your destination (like a road sign, a store, or a building)?
    Follow-up: What about in life—what milestones or waypoints stand out to you as turning points?

  Optional Activity – “Life Timeline”

  • Ask group members to draw or list 3–5 spiritual “waypoints” in their life—moments where they sensed growth, redirection, or commitment.

  • Share one or two with the group and reflect on how God used that moment.

  DISCOVER: Exploring the Message and Scriptures

  Walk through each of the four waypoints from Paul’s life and apply them to your group.

  1. ACCEPT – Jesus’ Love and Lordship

  Acts 9:1–19; Acts 26:14

  • Paul didn’t find Jesus—Jesus found Paul. Even in rebellion, Jesus was pursuing him.

  • Paul accepted Jesus as Lord and responded in baptism. It was a marker, a shift.

  Discussion:

  • Have you had a “Damascus Road” moment where God got your attention?

  • Why is baptism such a powerful act of acceptance?

  2. BELONG – To the Body of Christ

   Acts 9:26–28

  • After his conversion, Paul tried to join the church—but people were skeptical.

  • Barnabas spoke up for him. That moment helped Paul find community.

  Discussion:

  • Why is belonging to a group or community essential in your spiritual journey?

  • Who has been a “Barnabas” in your life? Who can you be that for?

  3. CONTRIBUTE – Live on Mission

  Romans 12:4–8; 2 Timothy 4:6–8

  • Paul lived as a contributor, not a consumer. He gave everything to God’s mission.

  • He used his gifts, his time, and even his hardship to advance the gospel.

  Discussion:

  • What are some ways you’re currently contributing to the mission of God?

  • Do you view your life as a mission field? Why or why not?

  4. DISCIPLE – Help Others Find What Matters

  2 Timothy 2:2

  • Paul discipled Timothy, Silas, Luke, Priscilla, Aquila, and many more.

  • Their waypoints became part of his legacy.

  Discussion:

  • Who are you pouring into right now?

  • Who in your life could benefit from your spiritual investment?

  RESPOND: Application & Challenge

  1. Personal Reflection:

  • Which of the four waypoints—Accept, Belong, Contribute, Disciple—do you most need to take or grow in?

  • What is a “next step” for you this week?

  2. Group Challenge:

  • Choose one group-based action to take this month (e.g., host a new group, start serving together, invite someone new, share your testimonies).

  • Consider having someone share their personal waypoint story next week.

  3. Prayer Focus:

  • Pray for clarity about your own next spiritual waypoint.

  • Ask God to bring someone into your life this week who needs a Barnabas, a disciple-maker, or a friend.

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