The 30-minute Group Field Guide keeps things sharp, simple, and engaging. It gives a group enough time to read the devotional, share quick insights, discuss one core question, and choose a practical step — all without getting lost in long stories or side conversations.
This isn’t about running a meeting; it’s about creating space for honest reflection and meaningful discussion. Thirty minutes. One theme. One takeaway. Real connection that builds real brotherhood.
1. Welcome + Connect Briefly (2–3 minutes)
Light, steady connection.
- “Good to see everyone.”
- “Let’s settle in.”
Purpose: shift from daily chaos to intentional time.
2. Group Prayer (1 minute)
Short, inviting, unified.
- “Lord, guide this conversation and sharpen us today.”
3. Read the Devotional (5 minutes)
Options:
- One man reads out loud
- Each man reads silently
Avoid commentary here—just absorb the content.
4. Highlight the Main Idea (3–4 minutes)
Go around and answer one simple question:
- “What truth stood out most?”
One sentence per person—no cross-talk yet.
Purpose: make space for everyone’s voice.
5. Read the Scripture (2 minutes)
One man reads.
Then ask:
- “What does this verse call a man to do?”
Keep it short. Keep it grounded.
6. Theme Discussion (7–10 minutes)
Use one group question tied to the theme of the devotional.
Examples:
- “What patterns does this devotional expose in how men typically respond to this issue?”
- “What changes when men practice this truth consistently?”
- “What gets in the way of living this out?”
Purpose: reflection, not debate.
Everyone speaks, no one dominates.
7. Sharpening Moment (5 minutes)
Ask one iron-sharpening question:
- “What does obedience look like in real life this week?”
Discuss briefly. Stay principle-based if men are new or still guarded.
Purpose: push the conversation toward maturity.
8. Weekly Action Step (3 minutes)
As a group:
- Choose one practical step each man will practice this week.
OR - Let each man choose his own simple, doable step.
Purpose: turn insight into movement.
9. Prayer to Close (1–2 minutes)
Pray over the theme and action step.
- “Lord, strengthen us where we’re weak. Grow us into men who follow You.”
10. Next Meeting + Encouragement (30 seconds)
- “Same time next week?”
- “Glad we’re walking this together.”
Total Time: 30 minutes
A steady, focused rhythm built for transformation, not talk.
