Dead Man Formation
The Cohort for Men Ready to Die to Self and Live Fully in Christ
What is
Dead Man
Formation?
This is not a Bible study.
It’s not a coaching program.
It’s not a space for self-improvement.
This is spiritual formation.
Rooted in Galatians 2:20, Dead Man Formation is a high-commitment apprenticeship pathway for men ready to die to the false self—performance, pride, people-pleasing, and cultural religion—and live fully surrendered to the voice, Word, and ways of Jesus.
It’s not just content. It’s a crucible.
Twelve men.
Twenty-one weeks of interactive learning.
One mission: to be formed in Christ for life, legacy, and eternity.
You’re a man others look to.
In business. In your home. In your church. In your community.
But you’re carrying more than you’re called to, and you know it.
You’ve built something that matters.
But now you’re ready to become someone who finishes the race.
You’re tired of living at the surface.
You want to be formed from the inside out by truth, by fire, by Christ Himself.
This is for men who are leading others and ready to be led by Jesus.
Men who want their leadership to flow from death to self, not performance or pressure.
This is your crucible. This is your call.
Who is
this for?
What to Expect
The Apprenticeship Pathway
Dead Man Formation unfolds in three progressive levels:
Level 1
The Foundation Track
Tenets + Disciplines (21 Weeks)
The on-ramp to true formation for men ready to die to self and rebuild on Christ.
Weeks 1–10:
Walk through the 10 Tenets of the Dead Man Manifesto.
Establish identity, confession, repentance, and surrender.
Weeks 11–21:
Practice the classical Spiritual Disciplines:
Inward: Meditation, Prayer, Fasting, Study
Outward: Simplicity, Solitude, Submission, Service
Corporate: Confession, Worship, Guidance, Celebration
Outcomes:
Develop rhythms of dying daily and walking with God.
Forge brotherhood around honesty and holy habits.
Prepare the ground for deeper study and discernment.
Level 2
The Fluency Track
Scripture + Spiritual Gifts (21 Weeks)
Build biblical fluency and sharpen your Kingdom calling.
Weeks 1–16:
Learn how to read Scripture with clarity.
Become fluent in God’s story.
Let the Word of God form your worldview.
Weeks 17–21:
Explore biblical frameworks for spiritual gifts.
Discover personal gifts and Kingdom assignments.
Outcomes:
Equip men to lead within their specific callings.
Strengthen biblical fluency and spiritual discernment.
Level 3
The Convergence Track
Spiritual Warfare + Kingdom Leadership (Ongoing)
For men forged in character and called into Kingdom influence.
Focus Areas:
Spiritual Warfare: Discernment, intercession, spiritual territory.
Kingdom Leadership: Phases of leadership, hidden years, convergence.
Legacy and multiplication: Helping other men walk the path.
Key Themes:
Fighting from victory, not for it.
Leading from the inside out.
Personal convergence in calling and Kingdom impact.
Outcomes:
Learn how to play spiritual offense.
Gain clarity on calling for life’s second half.
Build spiritual resilience for the battles ahead.
Lead and disciple other men with humility and authority.
Certification & Advancement:
Receive formal recognition as spiritually mature men who reflect the biblical qualifications of an elder, not necessarily in title, but in tested character and surrendered leadership.
Become eligible to apply as certified Dead Man Formation Group Facilitators, with the opportunity to lead future cohorts and be compensated for helping raise up other men in the way of Christ.
Be commissioned to serve as disciple-makers within their local churches and Kingdom assignments, equipped to lead from deep formation, not gifting alone.
Sequential Growth with Flexible Re-entry:
No skipping ahead.
Cyclical, not linear formation.
Graduates may audit earlier levels for deeper formation.
How does
Formation
Work?
The format is simple.
Limited to 12 men (Application-based)
60-minute weekly learning call (required)
60-minute weekly discussion call (optional)
Personal and encouraging accountability
Corporate prayer rhythms
Facilitated by trained leaders with pastoral experience
Optional live meetups (region-specific)
$1,000 per month
(Scholarship opportunities available.)
WHY Does
Formation
Matter?
You don’t become like Jesus by accident.
You become like Him through surrendered living.
Through sentencing the false self to death.
Through training in resurrected living.
This group will not make your normal life easier.
But it will make your eternal one different.
FAQs
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This isn’t just a group. It’s a crucible.
Dead Man Formation walks men through a high-commitment journey of death to self, daily surrender, and formation into the image of Christ.It’s not about adding knowledge. It’s about living a new life.
Each cohort is guided by trained facilitators and follows a proven pathway of identity, discipline, Scripture, brotherhood, and Kingdom obedience. -
These cohorts are for midlife men, typically 35 to 55, who are leading in life but starving in spirit.
Entrepreneurs, fathers, pastors, executives, and high-capacity professionals who are done with shallow religion and ready for deep transformation.If you long for more of Christ, more clarity in calling, and more strength to lead, this is for you, especially if you feel the weight of responsibility but lack the inner life to carry it well.
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Most groups focus on fellowship, not formation.
This path is built on three progressive levels:Level 1: Identity + Disciplines
Level 2: Scriptural Fluency + Gifts
Level 3: Spiritual Warfare + Kingdom Leadership
It’s not just a study or a support circle. It’s sacred training to rebuild your life from the inside out.
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No.
This is not coaching, therapy, or consulting.Dead Man Formation is a practical, immersive journey into a new way of living through daily surrender, spiritual practices, biblical fluency, brotherhood, and obedient response to the Holy Spirit.
We don’t hand you concepts.
We walk with you as you build a crucified life that shapes how you lead, love, and live every day. -
Each level is 21 weeks.
Men meet weekly on Zoom for 90 minutes, with intentional assignments and daily practices between sessions.The experience is capped at 12 men and led by trained facilitators who’ve walked this road themselves.
You won’t be left to figure it out alone. -
$1,000 per month.
This covers:
Weekly facilitation and session materials
Formation content and guided practices
Optional live meetups (region-specific)
Access to spiritual direction and staff support
Some scholarship opportunities are available for qualified applicants.
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In many cases, yes.
Formation Cohorts strengthen the very foundation leadership is built on:
Character
Emotional resilience
Relational intelligence
Discernment and decision-making under pressure
That’s why many business owners, entrepreneurs, and executives choose to deduct it as a professional development or continuing education expense.
Always consult your tax advisor to determine your eligibility.
Receipts are available upon request and may include a professional development summary. -
Yes.
We believe no surrendered man should be kept from formation due to finances.Limited scholarships are available for each cohort and awarded based on both readiness and need.
There’s a section in the application where you can request consideration. -
We expect consistency, but we lead with grace.
Life happens. Each session is recorded privately for replay.
Facilitators will help you stay engaged and caught up.
Brotherhood means no man walks alone. -
You may request this on your application.
While we do our best to honor pairings, our primary goal is spiritual alignment and group balance, not just shared history.
If you’re both hungry and ready, chances are good. -
Level 1 lays the foundation.
Men who complete it are invited to continue into:Level 2: Scriptural Fluency + Spiritual Gifts
Level 3: Spiritual Warfare + Kingdom Leadership
Some men return to earlier levels for deeper reflection. Others are invited to become facilitators and multiply the work.
This isn’t a one-time thing. It’s the start of a new way of life.