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Along the way, you will want some resources to give you an extra boost of inspiration and equipping. As your pastor, God makes it clear my role is to equip you in your faith (Ephesians 4:11- 12).
All of the pastors, elders, leaders, and staff of StoneWater are eager to equip. That’s what we live for! During the two-year discipleship journey, we are ready to help you fuel up with resources and are organized to shepherd you with inspiration. Take a moment to complete the Discipleship Journey Assessment (located below) so that we can customize your fuel for the journey.
Running with Jesus,
What Kind of Extra Resources and Inspiration Might You Receive?
- A Yearly Bible Reading Plan
- Scripture Memory Verses
- Specific Mission Trip Invitations
- Freedom Ministry Workshops
- Financial Class Schedules
- Mentorship Instructions
- Family Events and Resources
- Marriage Resources
- Service Opportunities
- Care and Coaching from Pastors and Leaders
- Support for Taking Action Steps
- Connections to New Groups
- First & Best Retreat Opportunities
- Whatever else your Campus Pastor thinks will fire you up!
DISCIPLESHIP JOURNEY » FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The First & Best Discipleship Journey is a two-year initiative at StoneWater Church designed to help us mature in our faith by giving God our first and best in every area of our lives. It focuses on ten key “mile markers” that include action steps for spiritual growth and engagement.
The theme comes from the biblical principle of giving God our first & best, not just financially but in all areas of life—time, talent, and treasure. When we do this, God grows us to reflect the character of Christ.
The Discipleship Journey is for everyone in the church. Our goal is 100% participation. Whether you’re new to faith or have been walking with Jesus for years, this journey will help you grow.
No. If you’re attending StoneWater services on Sundays, you’re already on the journey. However, we encourage you to register for extra resources and inspiration at stonewaterchurch.com/fuel.
The journey is divided into ten “mile markers,” each representing a key area of discipleship:
- Freedom
- Identity
- Relationships
- Spirit
- Truth
- & (It’s not about me)
- Be Loving
- Eternal Perspective
- Serving Others
- Transforming Community
Each mile marker includes an action step to help you put your faith into practice.
When you sign up, you’ll receive resources tailored to your spiritual growth, such as:
- A yearly Bible reading plan
- Scripture memory verses
- Invitations to mission trips
- Freedom Ministry workshops
- Financial classes
- Mentorship opportunities
- Marriage and family resources
- Opportunities to serve
- Group connections
- Retreat invitations
Visit stonewaterchurch.com/fuel to register. You’ll complete a brief assessment to help us provide resources that align with your needs.
By giving God our first & best in every area of life, we will grow into a deeper, more mature relationship with Him. As a by-product, this will allow us to reach and equip more people for Jesus while focusing on eight key initiatives. Over the next two years, these eight ministry areas will receive special attention with a budget increase of $1 million in year one and possibly more in year two:
- 80+: Send 80+ mission trips to disciple and support the global church.
- Love Life: Empower young single moms and their babies.
- Matthew 25: Help those in need.
- New Campus: Launch a new SWC in Stephenville.
- SW Residency: Prepare young adults for ministry.
- Family Ministry: Relaunch with events, resources, and camps.
- Serve Our Schools: Start Serve ISD ministries in every SWC community.
- REM: Grow the REM Family of Churches (Reach, Equip, Multiply).
For more information how you can be involved in these initiatives, visit stonewaterchurch.com/journey
Over the next two years, StoneWater Church will allocate $1 million in year one and possibly more in year two to fund these initiatives.
Mission trips change lives by shifting our perspective from the temporal to the eternal. They deepen our faith while supporting global churches and missionaries. With 80+ trips planned, the impact will be significant both locally and globally. Check out the mission trips at stonewaterchurch.com/missions. New trips will be added throughout the year.
Mature faith includes:
- Peace during storms
- Confidence in uncertainty
- Joy in conflict
- Direction in confusion
- Biblical knowledge and the ability to walk in the Spirit
Progress is measured through the Action Steps at each mile marker. By actively participating, you’ll see growth in your relationship with Jesus and your ability to reflect His character. You will hear more about the Action Steps for each mile marker during Sunday’s services this year and next year.
Families are encouraged to participate together. Many Action Steps involve family-oriented activities and resources to strengthen relationships and faith as a household.
The journey was born from a desire to equip the church for future hardships, inspired by lessons learned during the challenges of 2020. After visiting The Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, FL, the StoneWater team envisioned a two-year discipleship plan to align ministries and foster intentional spiritual growth.
The planning process involved extensive prayer, collaboration, and input from pastors, elders, staff, and congregation members across all campuses. This effort represents the greatest act of unity StoneWater Church has seen.
Simply attend StoneWater services on Sundays to begin. To enhance your journey, register at stonewaterchurch.com/fuel for personalized resources and inspiration.
Reach out to your campus pastor or visit the website (stonewaterchurch.com/journey) for additional information and guidance.
Campus Pastors:
Granbury: Beau Mills
Glen Rose: Micah Smith
Cleburne: Brad Reedy
Godley: Clayton Lowell
Tolar: Brandon Halfmann
Snyder: Cody Wall
To grow in maturity as disciples of Jesus and transform our church into a kingdom community, reflecting the love and character of Christ.