Most New Year resolutions fail because we start with the wrong definition of success.

As Christian dads, we are quick to set goals, chase improvement, and measure progress by outcomes we never stopped to question. But before we decide what to pursue in 2026, we need to ask a better question:
What does excellence actually look like from God’s perspective?

In this episode, I walk through what it means to approach resolutions as a disciple first, not as a man driven by comparison, envy, or cultural pressure. Drawing from Joshua 1:8 and Deuteronomy 6, I challenge dads to rethink success, commit to Scripture, and lead their families with intentional faith rather than unchecked ambition.

If you want to grow as a disciple, lead your home with clarity, and pursue the kind of excellence God actually calls us to, this conversation will give you a clear starting point for the year ahead.

Faith Resolutions for Christian Dads in 2026:

• Commit to reading the Bible from Genesis to Revelation
• Talk weekly with another man about what you are reading
• Read Scripture or a Bible-based devotional with your children most days of the week

Resources mentions:

Tiny Truths - https://amzn.to/4iUZYqa (amazon)

God's Big Picture Bible Storybook - https://amzn.to/4oYvN2O (amazon)

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As we approach 2026, most of us start drafting resolutions. We look at 2025, measure our wins and losses, and try to map out ways to be better. But Christian dads are called to a deeper starting point. Before we write a single resolution, we should first ask God to define what excellence actually looks like in our lives.

In this episode, I share a simple but life-altering shift:
Pray first. Ask God to reveal His definition of excellence for you as a disciple, a husband, and a father.
When our goals begin with God’s perspective, not comparison or envy, we pursue what actually matters.

Resources:
Free 7-Day Devotional → https://fatheringourfuture.com/2025/03/22/free-7-day-devotional/
Following Our Father (Devotional for Dads) → https://amzn.to/48jD9sH
Free eBook for New Dads (Cut the Crap) → https://fatheringourfuture.com/2024/08/04/free-download-for-new-dads/
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You’re a Christian dad trying to raise kind Christian children when all of a sudden you find out that your child has stolen something from the store you visited. What do you do?

This happened to my wife and I recently and I am going to honest with you, we handled things great. I want to give you four tips to handle situations like this great as well. I will elaborate on:

• Keeping your cool
• Leading them to confession
• Reminding them of your motive
• Embracing them

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