About this episode

Josh Khachadourian explores the strategic traits Jesus sought in His disciples and their relevance for modern men.

Ever wonder why Jesus didn't recruit from the religious elite? In this powerful episode of Raising The Standard, Josh Khachadourian breaks down the 5 strategic traits Jesus looked for in His disciples—and why these same characteristics are essential for Kingdom-driven men today. Jesus didn't go after scholars or theologians. He walked straight to the marketplace and chose builders, business owners, and risk-takers with calloused hands and the courage to bet everything on a moment's notice. These weren't random choices—they were strategic decisions that reveal what Christ needs in men who will advance His Kingdom. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why Jesus recruited BUILDERS who owned businesses, homes, and had families (and why you need to be building something right now) ✅ The shocking truth about discretionary time and money—why the disciples could leave their businesses for 3 years and what that means for your financial stewardship ✅ How community experience qualified the disciples for Kingdom work (and why isolation is disqualifying you from your assignment) ✅ Why high risk tolerance was non-negotiable for fishermen on the Sea of Galilee—and why playing it safe is the…

People in this episode

Host: Josh Khachadourian

Topics covered

• discipleship
• biblical masculinity
• strategic traits
• financial stewardship
• community experience

Keywords

• Jesus
• fishermen
• disciples
• Kingdom
• risk tolerance
• decision making
• financial stewardship

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Sea of Galilee

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