awaken 50

Awaken 50 is a spiritual formation experience that is designed to help Christians grow in dependence on the Holy Spirit. 

Using formative practices, guided readings and set prayers the 50-day programme will grow an increased awareness of the Spirits' desire to Awaken you personally and the world around you.

Imagine what could happen if you decided to live everyday fully attuned to the voice and power of the Holy Spirit. God is desperate to move in your life, will you decide to live boldly, expectantly, and fully surrendered?

“A50 has helped bring discipline and structure to my daily pursuit of Jesus; I feel equipped to grow deeper in my awareness of his presence and understanding of what a resurrection life can really be like.” 

— Nathan, Kent

“Awaken 50 has encouraged me to always be searching for what God is wanting to do in my life TODAY and not just in the future, it was such a privilege to do.” - Jack, Battersea, London.

— Jack, Battersea, London.

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  • Pre-Awaken 50

    Q: Who should I bring into my Awaken 50 group? 

    A: Pray and think about who would benefit from structured community and discipleship. Who would you enjoy going on this journey with? Who is God calling you into deeper relationship with? 

    Awaken 50 groups work best within groups of 3-6 people who have some relational context and are willing to go deeper relationally or are committed to building new friendships.  

    Awaken 50 can work well in cross gender, cross generational groups, but may be most effective when done in a group experiencing similar stages of life. 

    Q: How should I start an Awaken 50 group? 

    A: Reach out individually and invite them to be a part of an Awaken 50 group with you. Then, present them with the basic information in the Field Guide and ask if this is something they would be interested in. Finally, be available to answer any of their questions with clarity. 

    If they are interested, let them know more practical details like who else would be in the group and when you would aim to start. 

     

    Q: I have been invited to be a part of an Awaken 50 group, is this for me? 

    A: If you want to grow further into living an Awakened Life and have capacity to take on new and exciting rhythms, then this is for you! Awaken 50 aims to introduce and sustain any form of Christian in spiritual practices and accountability.  

    There is plenty of flexibility that can be arranged regarding the practices that can cater for any physical or spiritual needs. These can be discussed with your group leader to make sure that you can still take part in Awaken 50. 

     

    Starting Awaken 50

    Q: I have a group, now what? 

    A: Firstly, centralise communication, create a group chat and discuss a start date! It is a great idea to begin with a dinner to all gather as a group before you begin and mark the start of Awaken 50.  

    Vision is also key for building a group with a high level of ‘buy in’. Ask your group to begin to draft a Hope Statement and to be praying for vision as to what God wants to do in and through you in the next 50 days. 

     

    Q: What should I expect from the next 50 days? 

    A: Expect to grow! God can do immeasurably more than you could imagine in this period as you dedicate time, resources and effort into you and your friend’s discipleship.  

    You will experience new levels of accountability, vulnerability, faith, awareness to the spirit and conviction as you begin this journey.  

    A bit like an adventure, you might have no idea where Awaken 50 will take you, or you might have a specific area you desire breakthrough in. Either way, the Holy Spirit is inviting you deeper into a dynamic relationship with him.  

     

    Q: This feels like too much! What now? 

    A: Sometimes as we begin new things, they feel foreign and abrasive. Practices like fasting and chosen abstinences can be a shock. We would advise bringing these thoughts and feelings openly to your anchor and your group. You will not be the only one experiencing these concerns. As you continue Awaken 50, things like fasting and extended quiet time will feel more normal and your capacity will grow. In these spaces ask God for strength and discernment as to what continuing Awaken 50 looks like.  

    If things still feel too much after enough time, begin talking to your group leader about potentially cutting down on some of the practices and making the process more tailored to your requirements. 

     

    During Awaken 50 

    Q: How can I get the most out of Awaken 50? 

    A: 1. One of the biggest gifts in this process is your anchor. Keeping you tethered and secure, daily calls or even meeting up with your anchor will allow you to grow and process your experience of Awaken 50 in a deeper measure than text messages will. Finding a sustainable rhythm of checking in with your anchor will transform your experience of Awaken 50. 

    2. Keeping asking God questions when things ‘pop up.’ The practices are not just about discipline and determination, they are about understanding weakness and our need for God. When you find yourself feeling prideful about your competency or disappointed with your iniquity, invite the Holy Spirit to speak. Share these moments with your anchor or wider group if appropriate. These moments will not only create a deeper intimacy with Jesus but a greater understanding of yourself. 

    3. Journal your process. Having thoughts written down can be extremely helpful in understanding the journey God has you on through Awaken 50. Having things like your Hope Statement written down can help recall why you are doing Awaken 50 and what you want to get out of it. Writing down where you have seen growth or breakthrough will also encourage you later if the journey gets harder.  

     

    Q: Can I switch my Anchor? 

    A: The purpose of being paired with an Anchor is to bring structured vulnerability, accountability and celebration with someone who you might never otherwise been able to build relationship with. These relationships can stretch you and challenge you. However, if logistically things are not working it is good to address problems with your Anchor. Expressing a desire for more connection or rethinking how you communicate may be necessary. 

    If there is a sense that your relationship with your Anchor isn’t working after a sustained effort, there may be an opportunity to reshuffle anchors on Day 25. Speak to your group leader about this possibility. If the general group consensus is that a reshuffling would benefit the group dynamic, then feel free to change Anchors. 

    Post Awaken 50

    Q: What’s next? 

    A: After Awaken 50 there will be a temptation to go back to living life as normal. Instead commit to some of the practices that you found the most challenging/rewarding for the long term. Plan a celebration as group together where you have space to celebrate and pray for each other. What would it look like to go deeper into an Awakened life? Awaken 50 is just the beginning. 

     

    Q: I have just finished Awaken 50, what does leading a group entail? 

    A: Leading an Awaken 50 group doesn’t just mean you are overseeing a group, but you get to do it all again! Leading a group looks like facilitating space for the 50 days, organising practical steps and curating a strong group dynamic. We would love everyone who has completed Awaken 50 to be leading a group within a year of completing it. Your experience of Awaken 50 the first time around will be central in creating an environment of excitement, expectation and vulnerability. Bring all that you have learnt, but be ready to relearn, grow and be stretched even more the second time! 

     

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