Sean Owen, Founder
Christian Speaker, Author, Recovery Advocate, and Founder of Disciple Lifestyle Ministries
Sean Owen is living proof that God can redeem anyone and use them to reach people no one else can reach.
By the age of fifteen, Sean was an alcoholic, and by seventeen he had become addicted to drugs. To support his addictions, he entered a life of drug dealing and criminal activity. In September 1986, at the age of eighteen, he was introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. Six months later, he surrendered his life to Jesus Christ, beginning a lifelong journey of recovery, discipleship, and ministry. Today, he has been clean and sober for many years and continues to share a message of hope, recovery, and spiritual transformation through Jesus Christ.
Over the following decades, Sean served in recovery ministries throughout the Washington, D.C. and Atlanta metropolitan areas before answering God's call into church leadership. He later received a scholarship to attend Bible college, earned a Certificate in Post Modern Culture, and was ordained into ministry. Sean also founded and led the Overcomers Ministry, helping individuals find freedom and hope through a Christ-centered approach to recovery. Sean is the author of Disciple Lifestyle: A Simple Plan for a Blessed Life and its companion workbook. Through Disciple Lifestyle Ministries, he has also published Journey Through Scripture and The 30 Day Gratitude Challenge, while developing a series of children's Bible story resources and an online Bible study platform designed to equip believers around the world.
Sean has spoken to audiences ranging from small discipleship groups and recovery meetings to churches, ministry events, and gatherings of several thousand people. Whether speaking on discipleship, recovery, leadership, evangelism, or Christian living, his passion is to help people know Jesus, grow in faith, live with purpose, and make disciples who make disciples.
Sean and his wife have four children and are active members of Cross Atlanta Church in Cumming, Georgia. He is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Ministry Leadership while continuing to expand the reach of Disciple Lifestyle Ministries through speaking, writing, publishing, and digital discipleship initiatives.
Sean's life verse is 1 Peter 3:15, which reflects his commitment to helping believers always be prepared to give a reason for the hope they have in Jesus Christ.
Sean Owen - Founder, Disciple Lifestyle
Christian Life FAQ — Biblical Answers for New & Growing Believers
This page provides clear, biblical, practical answers to the most common questions Christians ask about faith, discipleship, spiritual growth, the Bible, the Holy Spirit, Christian living, and following Jesus.
Questions About Salvation & Following Jesus
1. What does it mean to follow Jesus?
Following Jesus means trusting Him as Lord and Savior and learning to live like Him daily. It involves obedience, repentance, spiritual growth, and aligning your life with His teachings. Discipleship is not a moment but a lifestyle.
2. How do I know I’m saved?
Salvation is based on faith in Jesus Christ, not feelings. If you believe Jesus died for your sins, rose again, and you trust Him as Lord, Scripture says you are saved (Romans 10:9). Spiritual growth confirms this reality over time.
3. What should a new Christian do first?
Start with daily Bible reading, prayer, joining a church, and learning basic spiritual habits. A simple discipleship plan helps you build consistency and grow strong roots in your faith.
4. Do I need to be baptized to be saved?
No — salvation is through faith alone (Ephesians 2:8–9). However, baptism is a command of Jesus and an important step of obedience that publicly declares your faith.
5. What if I still struggle with sin?
All believers struggle at times. Confession, repentance, accountability, and relying on the Holy Spirit help you grow. God is patient and faithful to complete what He started in you (Philippians 1:6).
Questions About the Bible
6. How do I start reading the Bible?
Begin with the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John) to learn about Jesus. Read a little each day and ask: What does this teach about God? What does this mean for my life? How should I live this out?
7. Which Bible translation should I use?
Choose a clear, accurate translation like ESV, NIV, CSB, or NLT. The best Bible is the one you will read regularly.
8. Why is the Bible hard to understand?
The Bible was written in a different culture and time, so understanding takes patience and guidance from the Holy Spirit. Study tools, devotionals, and small groups help bring clarity.
9. How often should I read the Bible?
Daily is ideal — even 10 minutes a day. Consistency matters more than quantity.
Questions About Prayer & Spiritual Growth
10. How do I pray?
Talk to God honestly about your thoughts, needs, sins, and gratitude. Use Jesus’ model (Matthew 6:9–13): praise, surrender, request, confession, and dependence.
11. Why does spiritual growth feel slow?
Growth is a lifelong process. God shapes you through Scripture, community, trials, and daily habits. Slow growth is normal — faithfulness produces transformation.
12. How do I hear God’s voice?
Primarily through Scripture. God also guides through the Holy Spirit, wise counsel, circumstances, and inner conviction that aligns with His Word.
13. What is a “quiet time”?
A quiet time is a daily moment set aside to read Scripture, pray, reflect, and listen for God’s guidance. It builds spiritual intimacy and consistency.
14. What if God feels far away?
Feelings shift, but God’s presence does not. Stay consistent in Scripture, prayer, and fellowship. Often God feels distant when we are spiritually distracted — not abandoned.
Questions About Sin, Temptation, & Struggles
15. Why do Christians still face temptation?
We still live in a fallen world and wrestle with our old nature. The Holy Spirit gives strength to overcome temptation and grow in holiness.
16. How do I overcome habitual sin?
Confess, repent, seek accountability, and use biblical strategies to renew your mind. Many believers find freedom through structured discipleship and Christian 12-Step principles.
17. What does the Bible say about forgiveness?
Forgiveness is commanded because we have been forgiven by God (Ephesians 4:32). It releases bitterness, honors Christ, and heals relationships.
18. How can I deal with fear and anxiety?
Turn your worries into prayer (Philippians 4:6–7), meditate on God’s promises, and seek support from community. God offers peace through His presence.
Questions About the Holy Spirit
19. Who is the Holy Spirit?
The Holy Spirit is God — the third Person of the Trinity — who lives in believers. He guides, convicts, empowers, comforts, and transforms us.
20. How do I walk in the Spirit?
Stay surrendered to God, obey Scripture, confess quickly, and depend on His strength. Spiritual habits create space for the Spirit to work.
21. What are spiritual gifts?
Special abilities the Holy Spirit gives to believers to build the church and serve others (1 Corinthians 12:4–7). Every believer has gifts.
Questions About Christian Living
22. How do I grow in discipleship?
Discipleship grows through Scripture, obedience, community, service, and accountability. A simple, daily discipleship plan helps you stay consistent.
23. What is the purpose of Christian community?
We need others for encouragement, accountability, teaching, and support. God designed spiritual growth to happen together, not alone.
24. How should Christians handle conflict?
With humility, forgiveness, and grace. Jesus instructs us to seek reconciliation quickly (Matthew 18:15–20).
25. How do I share my faith?
Share your story, live out your faith, love others well, and point people to Jesus. You don’t need to know everything — simply tell what God has done for you.
26. What does God expect from me?
To love Him, love others, grow spiritually, and follow Jesus daily. The Christian life is not about perfection but progress.
Questions About Church & Ministry
27. Do I need to go to church?
Yes — Scripture teaches that believers grow through fellowship, teaching, worship, and community (Hebrews 10:24–25). Online resources are helpful but not a replacement.
28. How do I choose a good church?
Look for a church that teaches Scripture faithfully, worships Christ, practices discipleship, and lives out the Great Commission.
29. How can I serve God in everyday life?
Serve others with your gifts, share your faith, show compassion, pray for people, and pursue Christlike character. Ministry is not just a position — it’s a lifestyle.
Questions About the 12-Step Christian Journey
30. How do the 12 Steps connect to the Bible?
Each step reflects biblical principles: surrender, repentance, confession, amends, prayer, and daily spiritual practices. The 12-Step model helps believers walk out discipleship in a structured, biblical, grace-centered way. You can read Disciple Lifestyle, A Simple Plan for A Blessed Life or use the Disciple Lifestyle Workbook.