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Why God's Plan for Discipleship is Important
Description
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
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90 million men in America are NOT involved in discipleship
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Only 1 out of every 18 men is engaged in discipleship
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Only 10% of born-again believers are actively discipling others
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Only 6% of self-identified Christians hold a biblical worldview
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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:
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Marriages grow stronger
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Children are more likely to follow Christ
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Churches grow healthier
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Culture shifts from the inside out
When fathers are absent spiritually, the ripple effect