Not surprisingly, then, Jesus commanded his followers not only to preach the Kingdom message but also to help individuals who accept it to become his disciples.
(‏ یوحنّا ۱ :‏ ۳۵ -‏ ۳۷‏ )‏ بدین گونه می‌توان گفت که یحیی در حین موعظه ،‏ شاگردسازی نیز می‌کرد .‏