Why God’s Plan for Discipleship is Important

In this hard-hitting episode, Dave and Dante tackle a sobering question: Have churches in the West gotten discipleship wrong?

The data is alarming. The mission is clear. And the stakes are generational.

Jesus' final command in Gospel of Matthew 28:19–20 wasn't to build programs, grow attendance, or launch niche ministries. It was simple and direct:

"Go therefore and make disciples…"

So why are so few men being discipled? And what does that mean for our families, churches, and culture?

The Discipleship Crisis

• 90 million men in America are NOT involved in discipleship

• Only 1 out of every 18 men is engaged in discipleship

• Only 10% of born-again believers are actively discipling others

• Only 6% of self-identified Christians hold a biblical worldview

• Even among born-again Christians, only 13% hold a biblical worldview

This isn't a programming issue. It's an obedience issue.

Why This Matters for Fathers

Men are called to lead their homes spiritually. When fathers are discipled:

• Marriages grow stronger

• Children are more likely to follow Christ

• Churches grow healthier

• Culture shifts from the inside out

When fathers are absent spiritually, the ripple effects last for generations.

The Strategic Questions Every Church Must Ask

• Are we producing disciples or just attendees?

• Can our men articulate and defend biblical truth?

• Are fathers equipped to lead spiritually at home?

• Are we making disciples who make disciples?

If not, it's time to recalibrate.

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