Children are constantly being discipled by someone - the question is who. Scripture calls believers to intentionally guide the next generation spiritually through presence, patience, and practice. When authentic spiritual leadership is absent, children don't remain neutral; they're shaped by the loudest voices around them. Research shows nearly two-thirds of young adults who attended church as teenagers disengage between ages 18-22. Effective discipleship requires being present in children's daily lives, showing patience in their growth process, and practicing faith together rather than just talking about it. Discipleship isn't a program but a posture of stepping into the messiness of children's lives to help shape their faith.