The Resolution for Men by Stephen Kendrick & Alex Kendrick
Week 2: Chapter 1 — A Resolute Man
Read Chapter 1 of The Resolution for Men. Key passages: 1 Corinthians 16:13; Ephesians 6:10-13.
Previewing Week 2 of The Resolution for Men
Read 3 of 7 discussion questions below. Unlock the complete 14-week guide when you’re ready.
What does it actually mean to be resolute — and what stands in the way of men becoming that kind of man? Bring your honest self to these questions.
Discussion Questions
7 questions1.The Kendricks describe a 'resolute man' as one who has decided in advance how he will live, rather than making moral and spiritual decisions reactively in the heat of the moment. How much of your current spiritual life is proactive versus reactive?
2.The chapter draws a contrast between men who are driven by their circumstances and men who are driven by their convictions. Think of a specific moment in the last month — which category would describe how you responded?
3.Paul's command to 'act like men' (1 Corinthians 16:13) is unpacked here as a call to courage, watchfulness, faith, and love. Which of those four qualities do you find most natural, and which feels most out of reach for you right now?