Your kids may trust you completely when they are little, but will they still trust you when they grow up?

In this episode, I talk about a simple moment with my youngest daughter that hit me hard. She was tired, I picked her up, and she completely relaxed in my arms. In that moment, I realized I was a safe harbor for her. But I do not want to only be that while my kids are young. I want to remain a safe place as they grow, ask harder questions, face real struggles, and need a father they can trust.

This episode is a direct challenge for Christian fathers to become more stable, present, disciplined, and spiritually grounded. I talk about guarding your heart, stepping back from social media, getting outside, working with your hands, and building simple routines that reflect what matters most.

In this episode you will learn

1. Why your children need you to be emotionally and spiritually safe.
2. How social media can quietly steal your presence at home.
3. Why guarding your heart matters for biblical fatherhood.
4. How simple routines help dads lead with consistency.
5. Why integrity, discipline, and faithfulness build long-term trust with your children.

If you want your kids to keep running to you as they grow older, this episode will help you think honestly about the kind of father you are becoming.

Every dad gets angry. The question is not whether anger will show up, but what we do when it does.

In this episode, I talk honestly about anger in fatherhood, why it can rise so quickly, and how Christian dads can respond without damaging their children. Ephesians 4:26 says, “Be angry and do not sin,” and that verse gives fathers both permission to recognize anger and a warning not to let it control us.

I share why delay matters, why angry words can leave wounds in our kids, and why the first response of a father should not just be taking a breath, but submitting to the Holy Spirit. This is not a complicated 15 step plan. It is a simple biblical parenting practice for moments when tension rises: pause, pray, and act.

If you are a dad trying to lead your family well, this episode will help you slow down, seek God, and respond to your children with wisdom instead of regret.

As fathers, we cannot rely on a "been there, done that" mindset. Our children are growing up in a world shaped by smartphones, artificial intelligence, and cultural changes that many of us never experienced. If we want to lead our families well, we must keep learning.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tim Elmore, author, and leadership and generational expert, for one of the most insightful conversations I have ever had about fatherhood. We discuss how dads can better understand Gen Z and Gen Alpha, adapt their parenting without compromising biblical values, and build strong relationships that last into adulthood.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why great fathers are both timely and timeless

• How to ask, listen, empathize, and guide your children

• The three personality types of children and how to lead each one

• Why dads should risk more, rescue less, and praise wisely

• Five experiences that help children grow into mature adults

• How to connect with your children so they still want to call you years from now

If you want practical fatherhood advice rooted in biblical parenting and real-world wisdom, this is an episode you will want to revisit again and again.

Check out Tim's newest book, The Future Begins with Z. https://amzn.to/4wwuxsR (Amazon)

If you want to become a better father, one of the most important questions you can ask is this: Does the fruit of the Spirit show up in the way I treat my children?

In this episode, I challenge Christian dads to examine whether their parenting reflects the character of God. Too often, we justify impatience, anger, harshness, and control in the name of discipline. But biblical parenting should be marked by love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, meekness, and self-control.

This episode provides a litmus test to whether or not your parenting style is Spirit led or self led. You need to know how you are parenting because your children are the ones most impacted by that.

If you are ready to father more like our Father in Heaven, grab a copy of my devotional here: https://fathering-our-future.kit.com/products/digital-devotional-following-our-fa

Why don’t my kids listen? If you’ve ever asked that question as a dad, you’re not alone. Every father reaches a point where he wonders how to get his kids to listen, obey, and follow direction without constant frustration.

In this episode, I break down what actually works when it comes to getting your kids to listen. This is not about yelling louder or repeating yourself more. It is about learning how to lead your children in a way that builds trust, respect, and long-term obedience.

I walk through the two things that make the biggest difference in Christian fatherhood: modeling the behavior you expect and having the patience to teach it over time.

In this episode you will learn

• How to get your kids to listen without yelling
• Why children follow your actions more than your words
• The mistake many dads make when trying to discipline
• How to lead your home with patience and consistency
• Biblical principles for raising obedient and respectful children

If you want to grow as a father, strengthen your relationship with your kids, and lead your family well, this episode will give you practical fatherhood advice you can start using today.

A couple of weeks ago I shared the best idea for Mother’s Day, but some moms did not agree. So I found out what the issue was.

The problem was not with the moms or with my idea. The problem was with their husbands.

This week on the podcast, I am addressing something Christian dads seem to miss when it comes to parenting. We are quick to define ourselves as protectors and providers, but we miss the fact that we are partners.

I want to help you understand what it looks like for you to be a partner in parenting and provide tips for you to faithful serve your wife as Ephesians 5 instructs.

If you are ready to dedicate yourself to your identity as a dad and better serve your home, grab a digital copy of my devotional (discounted) here: https://fathering-our-future.kit.com/products/digital-devotional-following-our-fa

Many fathers want to help their children succeed, but sometimes our help can quietly become control. If we are not careful, we can do so much for our kids that we never teach them how to do things for themselves.

In this episode, I talk about why healthy fatherhood includes preparing our children for independence. I share how dads can raise capable, confident kids by giving them responsibility, teaching practical life skills, and allowing them to grow through mistakes. From cooking in the kitchen to packing lunches to handling chores, small daily moments can become powerful discipleship opportunities.

As Christian fathers, our goal is not to create children who always depend on us. Our goal is to raise children who can walk with wisdom, responsibility, and faith long after they leave our home. This is biblical parenting that builds strength, maturity, and confidence.

Items mentioned in the podcast that help you empower your child’s autonomy:

Kitchen Knife Set for Kids - https://amzn.to/4vAEfdj (Amazon)

Clothes Folding Board - https://amzn.to/3ODK20K (Amazon)

Most dads think the key to leading their home is having the right answers. But sometimes what we really need is to ask better questions and listen.

In this episode, I share a simple conversation I had with my five-year-old daughter (thanks to my digital question cards - link below) that caught me off guard. I asked what she thought was most important to our family. Her answer was not what I expected, and it challenged me in the best way.

That moment reminded me that our kids do not always see things the way we do. If we slow down and listen, they can reveal what matters to them, where they feel safe, and where we may need to grow as fathers.

If you want help having conversation with your young kids, grab my digital deck of question cards that you can access on your mobile device anytime, anywhere. Get yours here: https://fathering-our-future.kit.com/products/talk-time-dads-kids-50-simple-quest?step=checkout