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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