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Journey to Biblical Manhood
Challenge 2: Build a Firm Foundation in the Faith What are the core concepts of the faith that every man needs to understand? Use this Challenge to communicate to men the basic tenets every man should understand.
Faith & Life Objectives Build a Firm Foundation in the Faith We are committed to building our faith on the rock, not on shifting sands. At the end of this leg of the journey:
Hebrews 6:1-3; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 2 Timothy 2:15 Challenge 3: Build Godly Relationships and Marriages This Challenge helps you explore the key relationships men have. Topics covered here would include dating, marriage, being single, and brotherhood. Faith & Life Objectives Build Godly Relationships and Marriages The Christian man is built for relationship. At the end of this leg of the journey:
John 13:34; Ephesians 5:25; I Thessalonians 4:3-6a Challenge 4. Father the Hearts of Our Children/Grandchildren What is a father’s responsibility to his kids? In a time when 40% of children are brought up without their biological father, men often have no pattern or example of proper fathering. Use this Challenge to show men what it means to be a Godly father, grandfather, or mentor. Faith & Life Objectives Father the Hearts of Our Children/Grandchildren Children are one of God’s greatest blessings. We will not allow the responsibilities of fatherhood to be defined by our culture. Rather, at the end of this leg of the journey:
Faith & Life Objectives Become a Spiritually Disciplined Man In a world full of strife and conflict, it is crucial that we stay plugged into the power of God. We do this by spending time with God and His Word. At the end of this leg of the journey:
Psalm 119:11; Luke 6:12; Ephesians 6:18 Challenge 6. Serve God in Our Work What does it mean to have a Godly view of work? Cover issues such as mission and calling, purpose, the true definition of success, balance and priorities.
Faith & Life Objectives ServeGod in Our Work Work is a central part of our calling as men. Even though work after the fall is hard, we recognize it as a gift and an opportunity. At the end of this leg of the journey:
I will work with excellence and diligence to demonstrate God’s character to a watching world. (Hands) Faith & Life Objectives Commit to a Personal Ministry A man in right relationship with God will eventually find an outlet for meaningful service. At the end of this leg of the journey:
Challenge 8. Use Money for God’s Glory All men need a Godly view of money. Are they owners of all they have, or stewards of the gifts God has given them? Help men understand that they are God’s money managers.
Faith & Life Objectives Use Money for God’s Glory Money makes a great servant but a terrible master. We will learn to put money in its place. At the end of this leg of the journey:
Challenge 9: Live as a Man of Integrity and Character Help men understand what the Bible has to say about moral, ethical and sexual purity. Faith & Life Objectives Live as a Man of Integrity and Character The standards of the world are often at odds with the standards of the Bible. In a world full of compromises, a Christian man’s integrity is a powerful witness to the truth of the gospel. At the end of this leg of the journey:
Challenge 10: Be Shaped by Suffering The Bible says we are called to share in Christ’s suffering. What does this mean to the average guy? Faith & Life Objectives Be Shaped by Suffering Jesus promises us that following him will lead to suffering. If we aren’t prepared for this, we are subject to the temptation of walking away or doubting His grace. By the end of this leg of the journey:
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