story of God at work in your life. To preach the gospel means to tell the story of Christ—of his incarnation, life, death, resurrection, and return—and of the next life with God or without God. The second part of disciple-making activity is “teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Teaching people to obey is called discipleship or apprenticeship. It requires determination, patience, and investment in the lives of others. The church does not possess the character to be patient enough