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Session 1:
Session 1:
Welcome and Worship
Welcome and Worship
Recognize God’s design for love and unity through gathering together.
1. Hook – Inductive (Connecting learners with what they already know.)
a. Icebreaker: “Relationship Web”
b. Retreat Introduction
c. Group Discussion
2. Book – Input (Course Content/New Material)
a. Worship introduction song “We Gather Together”
b. Bible teaching: Starting with John 13:34-35, an exploration of the Old and New Testament explaining how God’s blueprint for relationships begins with gathering together and loving one another
c. Worship singing “Come, Now is the Time to Worship”
d. Individual reflection: Read Colossians 3:12-15 and identify which relational virtue(s) you most need to grow in.
3. Look – Implementation (Trying It Out)
a. Small Group Sharing
b. Small Group Activity
c. Worship singing “Here I Am to Worship” as a collective response to God’s presence and purpose in relationships
4. Took – Integration (Applying new Learning to Life)
a. Closing worship song “The Heart of Worship.” Reflect on the lyrics that express unity, surrender, and honoring to God in relationships
b. Wrap-up: Worship and relationships are inseparable in God’s design. In order to honor Him, we come together and strengthen one another
c. Challenge: Personal reflection to think on overnight and write down; how will I show Christlike love in one relationship this week?
Session 2:
Session 2:
David and Jonathan’s Relationship
David and Jonathan’s Relationship
To deepen relationships and build a foundation of trust and loyalty.
1. Hook – Inductive (Connecting learners with what they already know.)
a. Worship singing “Trust In You”
b. Icebreaker: "Trust Bridge"
c. Group Discussion Prompts
1) What qualities make you trust someone?
2) What causes trust to break?
2. Book – Input (Course Content/New Material)
a) Bible teaching: Starting with 1 Samuel 18:1-4 and 1 Samuel 20:16-17, an exploration of how Jonathan’s covenant with David reveals God’s blueprint for relationships is built on selfless loyalty, unbreakable trust, and love that mirrors His faithfulness.
b) Group reflection & discussion on Colossians 3:5-8
c) Worship singing "What a Friend we Have in Jesus"
3. Look – Implementation (Trying It Out)
a) Small Group Activity: Loyalty in Action
b) Group Reflection & Discussion
1) Who in my life has shown me Christlike loyalty?
2) How can I be a more faithful friend this week?
c) Worship singing “How Deep the Father’s Love for Us” by celebrating loyal love that reflects the Father’s heart
4. Took – Integration (Applying new Learning to Life)
a) Challenge: personal reflection on asking God to help be trustworthy and loyal in one relationship that needs to be restored.
b) Closing worship song “O Jesus, I Have Promised”
Session 3:
Session 3:
Ruth and Naomi’s Relationship
Ruth and Naomi’s Relationship
To overcome relational challenges and embrace selfless love and commitment
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1. Hook – Inductive (Connecting learners with what they already know.)
a) Worship singing “Where He Leads Me I Will Follow”
b) Icebreaker: “The Sacrifice Tower”
c) Group Discussion
1) What does loyalty look like?
2) How can we practice loyalty and selfless support in our own family, friendships, or community?
2. Book – Input (Course Content/New Material)
a) Bible teaching using Ruth 1:6-18, an exploration of how Ruth’s choice to remain with Naomi reveals relationships shaped by sacrificial love, faithful commitment, and trust in God’s greater plan.
b) Small group reflection
1) How does this verse deepen your understanding of Ruth’s love?
2) How does Ruth’s decision to stay with Naomi reflect the mindset Paul encourages Ruth and Philippians 2:3-4.
c) Worship singing “I Will Follow”
3. Look – Implementation (Trying It Out)
a) Group Activity: Ruth’s Road
b) Group Reflection
c) Worship singing "O Church Arise (Arise, Shine)"
4. Took – Integration (Applying new Learning to Life)
a) Individual reflection time asking God for grace to love and serve without seeking recognition. (3 minutes)
b) Group Activity: This week, I will show loyal love by…
c) Challenge: Who is God calling me to love selflessly right now? One action step that I can take to show selfless love.
d) Closing worship song “Make Me a Servant”
Session 4:
Session 4:
Jesus and His Disciples’ Relationship
Jesus and His Disciples’ Relationship
Strengthening faith through a Christ-centered community and mutual support.
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1. Hook – Inductive (Connecting learners with what they already know.)
a) Icebreaker: “Who’s in Your Boat?”
b) Reflection Verse: John 13:34-35
2. Book – Input (Course Content/New Material)
a) Worship singing “Once Upon A Boat”
b) Bible teaching using John 13:1-17 and John 15:12-15,17, an exploration of how Jesus models relationships shaped by humble service, mutual care, and a shared mission grounded in His love.
c) Worship singing “Build My Life”
3. Look – Implementation (Trying It Out)
a) Group Activity: Helping Hands
b) Group Activity: Servant Circle
c) Worship singing “They’ll Know We Are Christians (By Our Love)”
4. Took – Integration (Applying new Learning to Life)
Purpose: To integrate biblical principles of community into daily relationships.
Activities:
a) Individual Reflection on how we can be more Christlike in our friendships and church relationships.
b) Group sharing
c) Worship song “Bind Us Together"
d) Challenge: Jesus built community by serving and lifting others up. How can I practice this same love in my relationships this week?
Session 5:
Session 5:
Bringing It All Together & Wrap-Up – Reflecting on God’s Blueprint for Relationships
Bringing It All Together & Wrap-Up – Reflecting on God’s Blueprint for Relationships
To understand Christlike love in order to heal and grow from past hurts.
1. Hook – Inductive (Connecting learners with what they already know.)
a) Worship singing “Open the Eyes of My Heart”
b) Icebreaker: Blueprint Walk
c) Activity: United or Divided
2. Book – Input (Course Content/New Material)
a) Bible teaching using Ephesians 4:2-3 and Romans 12:10-13, an exploration of how God’s blueprint for relationships calls us to pursue unity through humility and patience, to express love through practical service, and to strengthen community through mutual honor.
b) Practical Service Example: Jonathan Stone Testimony and Update
3. Look – Implementation (Trying It Out)
a) Worship singing “10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)”
b) Activity 1: The Bridge of Reconciliation
c) Activity 2: Circle of Blessing
4. Took – Integration (Applying new Learning to Life)
a) Worship singing “The Proof of Your Love”
b) Activity: Relationship Web
b) Small Group Reflection Time
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