Men's Ministry

IGNITING THE HEARTS OF MEN FOR CHRIST

The purpose of Men's Ministry through NCBM is to encourage and  equip churches to effectively reach, minister to, and activate men. We believe that reaching men is about relationships. We encourage the development of trusting relationships through meaningful shared experiences that may include fellowship, study, and missions participation. We encourage churches to implement the four cornerstones of men’s ministry:           - Evangelize Men to Salvation (outreach and fellowship)           - Establish Men to Spiritual Maturity (discipleship)           - Equip Men for Ministry (service within the body of the church)           - Extend Men on Mission (local, state, national, and international)

We believe that the pastor is key in the development and maintenance of an effective ministry to men, and that the ministry should support his overall vision for the church. We feel that each men’s ministry also needs a “champion” – someone who has a passion to see the ministry succeed – as well as a core leadership team to serve alongside him.

Our desire at NCBM is to see men and families reached for Christ. We want to help the men of our churches take up the challenge of living a Christ-filled life in all areas of their lives - home, work, and church. Too often, Church Men's groups focus more on "Ministry By Men" and not enough on "Ministry To Men". Both are important. 

Allow us to be of service to you as you plan your strategy for effectively reaching men in your church!

TIME TO BEGIN SMALL GROUP MINISTRY?

Many churches have engaged men in small group ministry for years. This could be a great time for you to begin planning for the  implementation of small group ministry among the men of your church. Smaller groups of men meeting on a weekly basis to offer fellowship, support, spiritual sharpening, and accountability may be just the thing your men need at this time in their lives. Man in the Mirror and Resolute offer some good information. There are others – just search Small Groups for Men. 

Blessings to you, your family, and your church! Ask God to reveal to you the unique plan He has for your life - every day!

Mark Abernathy
Consultant for Men's Ministry
Baptists on Mission
Baptist State Convention of North Carolina

Key Resources For Men's Ministry

Men's Ministry Resource Booklet
The popular Men's Ministry booklet produced by Baptists on Mission is now an online resource.

Kingdom Men Rising
Our culture is confused about what it means to be a man. Even notions of masculinity have, in many corners, become toxic. This study speaks truth into a poorly defined and disoriented culture about the purpose and future of masculinity from a biblical perspective. In this Bible study, men will wrestle honestly with the unique questions and circumstances they face today. It invites men deep into their own stories to reveal the true expression of masculinity—God’s intent. (8 sessions)

33: The Series
A multi-volume video series that gives men a vision for manhood as modeled by Jesus in his 33 years on earth. Authentic Manhood is all about setting men up to live lives of truth, passion and purpose. Our resources offer clear and practical Biblical insights on God’s design for manhood that are both refreshing and inspiring. We point men to a gospel-centered vision of life that sets them up to enjoy God’s grace as they pursue the promises of His Word.

See other Men's Ministry resources by visiting our Resources and Events page.