Welcome to the Manly Training Small Group Series

Growth happens best in community.
The Manly Training Small Group Series is designed to bring people together — to talk, listen, and grow stronger in faith and purpose, one week at a time.

Whether you meet in a home, a coffee shop, a church, or online, this series will help your group open God’s Word, share real conversations, and apply truth in practical ways.

“For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” — Matthew 18:20

What Is the Small Group Series?

The Small Group Series is a 52-week discipleship journey written to strengthen believers and families through Scripture, reflection, and real-life application.

Each study includes:

• A Bible passage to explore
• Discussion questions to spark conversation
• A short teaching story or example
• A reflection or challenge for the week
• Optional prayer prompts and journal ideas

It’s simple, flexible, and powerful — perfect for both new and experienced small groups.

Our Purpose

At Manly Training, we believe that discipleship happens best through relationship.
Our goal is to help every person grow closer to Christ while also growing closer to each other.

The Small Group Series will help you:

• Build community that encourages and supports spiritual growth
• Learn how to apply biblical wisdom in everyday life
• Strengthen your faith through open conversation
• Develop leadership and accountability within your group

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom.” — Colossians 3:16

How to Use the Series

Whether you’re a small-group leader, a couple, or a group of friends meeting weekly, you can start anytime.

Step 1: Choose a Meeting Time
Set aside one consistent day each week — like Monday evenings or Sunday after church.

Step 2: Prepare the Lesson
Visit the current week’s study below, read through it, and print or share copies for your group.

Step 3: Meet and Discuss
Start with prayer, read the passage, and invite open discussion.
You don’t need to have all the answers — just a willing heart.

Step 4: Apply and Follow Up
Encourage each person to take one step of growth that week.
Small changes add up to lifelong transformation.

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Why Small Groups Matter

We were never meant to do faith alone.
Small groups give us a safe place to ask questions, share struggles, and celebrate what God is doing in our lives.

They help us:

• Turn Sunday faith into Monday action
• Build friendships rooted in Scripture
• Stay accountable and consistent in our walk
• Grow together as one body in Christ

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.” — Hebrews 10:24

Small Group Values & Commitments

Every Manly Training group is guided by five key values that make gatherings meaningful and life-changing.

1️⃣ Scripture First

The Bible is our foundation. Every discussion begins with God’s Word, not personal opinion.

2️⃣ Respect Always

We listen without judgment, honor every story, and create a space where everyone feels safe to speak.

3️⃣ Growth Over Perfection

No one has it all figured out. We show up as we are and trust God to do the transforming.

4️⃣ Confidentiality & Trust

What’s shared in the group stays in the group. This is how we build authentic relationships.

5️⃣ Accountability in Love

We challenge each other gently and support one another faithfully — always in love.

The Small Group Covenant

As members of the Manly Training Small Group Series, we commit to walk together in faith.
We will show up consistently, listen with humility, and speak with honesty.
We will pray for one another, forgive one another, and carry one another’s burdens.
We will live out what we learn, trusting God to shape our hearts and strengthen our homes.

“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” — Galatians 6:2

Final Encouragement

Small groups are where discipleship becomes real.
It’s where faith grows roots, friendships deepen, and lives begin to change.

So gather your people. Open God’s Word.
And let this be the year your small group grows stronger — together.

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