Discipleship Quote by Mike Breen
““As we know it today, discipleship is mostly about that first kind of learning: the classroom experience. And really, that’s about it. We learn from the pastor’s teaching on Sunday. We learn from Bible studies. We go to Sunday School. We learn from small group discussion guides and DVDs. We learn from reading books. We learn from taking classes at church. Notice that all of this is completely information driven, in some sort of classroom-esque experience. There is virtually no apprenticing happening in our churches.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Discipleship in the Modern Church, 2020
Traditional church teaching relies heavily on classroom‑style instruction, leaving little room for hands‑on apprenticeship and lived mentorship.
In simple terms: Church learning is mostly lecture based, not practical apprenticeship.
Key Takeaway
Integrate mentorship and practical discipleship.
Themes
discipleship
learning
church
mentorship
apprenticeship
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- small group mentorship
- pastor‑apprentice programs
- service‑based ministries
- mission trips
- life‑coaching
Key Concepts
educational models
experiential learning
spiritual formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches balance teaching with lived mentorship?
- What structures support effective apprenticeship?
A Different Perspective
Practical apprenticeship can be hard to scale and may conflict with doctrinal uniformity.
