Manventure 2024

Main Session 1 - Michael Gabbert

The Life of a Disciple: Growing under the teaching of others

Panel discussion led by Taylor Gabbert with Levi Mattes, Mike Brotherman, and Darryl Caldwell To be a disciple (Timothy) is more than observation and application. It is a willful submission to the leadership of a teacher in the pursuit to become more like Christ. This panel will address what a life of submission looks like and the spiritual growth that comes from it.   

Faithfulness in relationships - Josh Randol & Dalton Richardson

In our generation, dating and relationships are hard. The world has its own standards for what they should look like, but God has a better standard. In this breakout, Josh Randol and Dalton Richardson will teach about the challenges of dating, engagement, and faithfully pursuing a woman in a God-honoring way. 

Main Session 2 - Randy Jeffers

The Life of a Disciple: The art of investing in younger believers

The Life of a Disciple: The art of investing in younger believers (Paul) - AJ Gonzalez leading a panel featuring Don Hushbeck, Mark Shumaker, and Ron Thornton. Leading others is not to be taken lightly. “Imitate me as I imitate Christ” is what Paul says in 1 Corinthians 11:1. How should we go about fulfilling the Great Commission and make disciples? This panel of disciple-makers will discuss how the Lord has guided them to train men for Kingdom work.  

Faithfulness in Frustration - Matt Ellard

When things are going well, it can sometimes be easy to forget God’s influence. But when a series of events highlights our limitations and frustrations set in, He quickly comes to the front of our minds. In this breakout, Matt Ellard will share his story about God’s faithfulness over an extended period of unemployment. Join us for an encouraging testimony of what it looks like to have a front-row seat for God’s faithfulness.

Finding my place: faithfulness to the body of Christ - Daniel Townsend & Mike Kirtley

Service to the Body of Christ requires many different parts that we are all uniquely equipped to do (Rom. 12). There are many different ways to serve within the body. Some services are obvious and on display, while others are quiet, humble, and faithful in ways that you may not even know about. In this breakout, Daniel Townsend and Mike Kirtley talk about their journey to finding their place in ministry.

The Life of a Disciple: Building a Community of Brothers

Panel discussion led by Matt O'Mealey with Caleb Bozarth, Jesse Isaacs-Boyett, and Ethan Sowersby “There is a friend that is closer than a brother” (Prov. 18:24). Developing friendships that sharpen is more than an accountability partnership. It involves encouragement, prayer, service, and gentle rebukes when necessary. This panel will address what biblical brotherhood looks like and the mutual growth that occurs when we live in fellowship with one another.

Faithfulness in Family Leadership - Bret Jackson

A man’s first ministry is his home. Leading your family well starts with following close to Jesus. Stewarding and leading the family God has entrusted to you does not just happen; leading a family well takes effort and daily choices. Come learn how to take the next step, or maybe the first step in obedience for your first ministry.

Faithfulness in sexuality - Matt Rowe

Nearly 80% of ALL Christians (men & women) struggle with pornography and sexual addictions. These issues contribute to nearly two-thirds of all divorces. How do you find purity or encourage a brother when the battle seems too overwhelming to prevail? Hear the redeeming testimony of God at work in one man’s marriage and the freedom from sexual addiction.

Main Session 3 - Philip Jackson