Why God's Plan for Discipleship is Important

Why God's Plan for Discipleship is Important

From Legacy Dads with Dave and Dante by Legacy Dads

February 25, 2026 · 30 min · Season 10 · Episode 20

About this episode

Dave and Dante discuss the critical state of discipleship in Western churches and its implications for families and culture.

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…

People in this episode

Hosts: Dave, Dante

Topics covered

  • discipleship
  • spiritual leadership
  • Christianity
  • family
  • church health

Keywords

  • discipleship
  • Christian men
  • spiritual leadership
  • church attendance
  • biblical worldview

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Gospel of Matthew

More episodes of Legacy Dads with Dave and Dante

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Legacy Dads with Dave and Dante podcast page.