Nobleman is a nine-week course on manhood that Dustin and I are leading this semester. Since our campus director is on sabbatical, we have been planning the sessions with the help of other men in our ministry who have graduated from the course (existing Noblemen, as we like to call them). The course is basically divided into four parts, called the four "pillars" of manhood.
1. Resisting Passivity
2. Accepting Responsibility
3. Leading Courageously
4. Expecting God's Greater Reward
We have about 20 young men attending. The course is demanding, requiring 100% attendance, several assignments, and culminates in a ceremony that is intended to mark their entrance into manhood.
Pray:
1. For wisdom for Dustin and I as we lead. It is demanding designing each week's course. Neither of us is particularly experienced with teaching.
2. For unity amongst the guys. There are several strong personalities in the freshman class, and it has been hard to prevent cliques from springing up. We are hoping this experience will bring them together.
3. For the attitudes of the guys. Pray that they will be willing to not just passively accept information, but to examine their lives and act on what they receive.
