Small Group Guide: It's Birthing Season

Opening Prayer

Begin your time together by inviting the Holy Spirit to guide your discussion and reveal what God wants to birth in each person's life.

Icebreaker Question

What is something you've been "carrying" or working on behind the scenes that few people know about?

Key Takeaways

There is a divine timing for everything - We cannot out-hustle God's timing

The waiting season is a preparation season - Character is tested before elevation

Where you are now is where God wants you to birth - Your current location is intentional

God is revealing His true children - Through what we're birthing, God makes known who His children are

What God calls you to do is beyond your own power - It's the Holy Spirit working through you

Discussion Questions

Section 1: The Waiting Season

Have you experienced a "prison season" like Joseph? What were you learning during that time that you didn't recognize until later?

How do you distinguish between godly patience and simply being passive? When is it time to wait, and when is it time to act?

The sermon mentions that "you can't rush your process when you are surrendered to the will of God." What does this look like practically in your life right now?

Section 2: Perfecting Your Gift

What gifts has God given you that you've been perfecting "while no one was looking"? How have you seen these gifts develop over time?

Joseph continued using his gift even in prison. Are you currently using your gifts, or are you waiting for the "right opportunity"? What's the difference?

The sermon says God has you "hidden" in a safe place to give birth. How does this change your perspective on seasons of obscurity or feeling overlooked?

Section 3: The Revealing

Romans 8:19 talks about creation waiting for God to reveal who His children really are. What do you think this revealing looks like in practical terms?

The sermon mentions that things will happen "quickly" when it's time. Have you experienced sudden shifts after long seasons of waiting? Share your story.

Joseph was the only one who could interpret Pharaoh's dream - it was specifically aligned with his gifting. How does this encourage you about the opportunities God has prepared for you?

Section 4: Beyond Your Power

Joseph said, "It is beyond my power to do this... but God will tell you what it means." What is God currently calling you to do that feels beyond your ability?

The sermon states: "When you're weak, God is strong." What weaknesses has God transformed into strengths in your life?

How can we tell the difference between operating in our own strength versus allowing God to work through us?

Personal Reflection

Take 3-5 minutes of silence for each person to reflect:

What is God birthing in my life right now?

What have I been carrying that is ready to be released?

Am I trying to rush God's timing in any area?

What character development is still needed before my next level?