Two by Two
Opening Reflection Introduction The phrase “two by two” appears only four times in Scripture — twice in the account of Noah’s Ark (Genesis 7) and twice in Jesus’ ministry (Mark 6 and Luke 10). Together, these passages teach us about God’s sovereignty, preservation, and mission. This study highlights those truths and shows how they apply […]
Belief or Unbelief
I. Opening Questions Use these to loosen up discussion, help men share, and introduce the theme: II. Devotional / Scripture Study: “I believe; help my unbelief” Mark 9:14–29 14. And when they came to the disciples, they saw a great crowd around them, and scribes arguing with them. 15. And immediately all the crowd, when […]
Fleeing from Temptation
Men’s Bible Study Devotional Opening Questions Scripture, Explanations, and Discussion 1 Corinthians 10:13 “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to man. God is faithful, and He will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation He will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able […]
Returning to Bible Study After a Summer Hiatus
Opening Questions Devotional: Returning to Spiritual Discipline Summer can be a season of rest and refreshment, but it often comes with disrupted spiritual habits. Scripture shows us again and again that God calls His people to remember Him, return to His Word, and walk in renewed strength. Let’s walk through passages that remind us of […]
Member Verses
Tonight each person in the group brought a verse. We went around the room and everyone commented on each persons verse. Revelation 3:20 – Thomas 20. Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he […]
No Other Gospel
Galations 1:6-10 …opening question… 1. In high school, how loyal were your friends to you? How loyal were you to them? 2. In major purchases (like vehicles), do you typically switch manufacturers or stay with the same one? 3. When you’re upset with someone, do you usually give them a long lecture, a “piece of […]
The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (2)
Has anyone ever felt that they got a raw deal working? Like the did more work but got paid the same or even less than others? The setting of this fascinating parable is a typical scene in first-century Israel. Day laborers gather in the marketplace, hoping someone will offer them employment for the day. Their […]
PERSECUTION
Revelation 2:8-11 Start by reading: Revelation 2:8-11 8. “And to the angel of the church in Smyrna write: ‘The words of the first and the last, who died and came to life. 9. “‘I know your tribulation and your poverty (but you are rich) and the slander of those who say that they are Jews […]
How to Study the Bible
Have you ever wondered how to study different Bible verses? Or how to put a collection of them together? Or even how to write a devotional? Tonight, I think it’ll be fun to do this: we’re gonna combine a couple of different tools. I’m gonna go over some of the ways or methods that you […]
Giving Thanks
Luke 17:11-19; Col. 3:15-17 OPEN IT: What is your most memorable gift? Fathers day grill from kids w/o help from mom DIG INTO IT: 1. Read Luke 17:11-19 Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers 11. On the way to Jerusalem he was passing along between Samaria and Galilee. 12. And as he entered a village, he was […]