A one-month Bible study for men
Dwight Elmore and Arthur Robinzine light the Advent candles. Photo: Gerald Farinas.
The following is a study that emphasizes themes relevant to men, such as leadership, relationships, faith in action, and spiritual growth, all rooted in Reformed theology.
Some people respond better to conversations that have a visual component. It helps to list things on chart paper or on a screen, or even have individuals list things in a notebook.
Sometimes, looking for photographs or works of art, or even popular music to pair with a Bible study topic also helps make the Bible study conversation more relatable and offers a cue to deeper insight from each person.
Week 1: Godly Leadership
Focus: Exploring leadership as modeled by Christ.
Key Scripture: Mark 10:42-45
“For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Discussion:
How do you define leadership in your family, church, or community?
What are societal ideas of leadership?
How does Christ’s example of servant leadership challenge those societal ideas of power and influence?
Who are the examples of Christian servant leadership? Note: Some of the examples might not be Christians!
Reflection:
What does it mean to lead by serving others?
Where is God calling you to practice servant leadership?
Challenge:
Identify one way you can serve someone in your family, workplace, or church this week.
Week 2: Building Strong Relationships
Focus: Cultivating relationships rooted in love, respect, and accountability.
Key Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
“Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up the other.”
Discussion:
Who have been the key spiritual influences in your life? List them.
How do you foster meaningful relationships with others?
Reflection:
How can men support each other spiritually and emotionally?
What about those expressions that society teaches are not “manly” like crying?
What steps can you take to deepen a relationship with someone this week?
Challenge:
Pair up with another participant for an accountability partnership over the next month. Check in weekly, maybe before or after church, to encourage and pray for each other.
Week 3: Faith in Action
Focus: Living out your faith through deeds and witness.
Key Scripture: James 2:14-17
“Faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead.”
Discussion:
Share a time when your faith led you to action.
How do you balance faith and works?
Reflection:
In what areas of your life are you being called to act on your faith?
How does your faith influence your decisions at work, home, or in your community?
Challenge:
Volunteer for a local mission project or outreach event this week. Note: Mission projects can be anything like donating to a cause that is important to a person.
Week 4: Spiritual Growth
Focus: Pursuing a deeper relationship with God.
Key Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3
“They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season.”
Discussion:
What practices have helped you grow spiritually?
What obstacles prevent you from prioritizing time with God?
How do we minimize those obstacles?
Reflection:
How can you remain rooted in God’s Word daily?
What is one area of your spiritual life you want to grow through the year?
Challenge:
Commit to reading one chapter of the Bible daily for the next 30 days.
Finale
On the final day of the study, gather for a closing session that includes:
Worship and prayer.
Sharing testimonies of growth and insights from the past month.
Discussing ways to continue accountability and spiritual growth as a group.
This study encourages men to live out their faith boldly while cultivating community and spiritual maturity in line with Presbyterian principles.
