This cadence is built for men who need clarity, movement, and accountability in a short window. The goal is alignment, not airtime.
1. Settle & Focus (2 minutes)
Leader welcomes the group and sets the tone.
Prompt:
“Let’s quiet ourselves and be present.”
Purpose:
Shift from distraction to intention.
2. Open Prayer (1 minute)
Leader or volunteer prays briefly.
Prayer:
“Lord, give us humility and open hearts as we meet.”
Purpose:
Invite God to lead the time.
3. Scripture Reading (3 minutes)
Read aloud—two different men read it.
Ask the group:
“What word or phrase stands out?”
(1–2 brief responses)
Purpose:
Set the plumb line with Scripture.
4. Devotional Reflection (5 minutes)
Leader summarizes the devotional in one minute.
Discussion Prompt:
“What part challenged you most?”
“Where do men resist guidance?”
Keep answers concise.
Purpose:
Surface conviction, not commentary.
5. Theme Discussion (6 minutes)
Choose one question.
Options:
- “What keeps men from being teachable?”
- “Who has shaped your walk without saying much?”
- “What happens when a man’s plumb line is off?”
Leader gently limits long responses.
Purpose:
Create shared insight without dominating voices.
6. Live It Out (2 minutes)
Each man silently identifies one step for the week.
Leader asks:
“What’s one step of obedience you’ll take?”
(Voluntary sharing)
Purpose:
Move truth into action.
7. Closing Prayer (1 minute)
Short prayer of surrender.
Purpose:
End with dependence, not resolve.
Total Time: 20 Minutes
Steady, clear, and deeply formative — perfect for groups that want to grow together with purpose.