This podcast is offered with my friend, David Maddox, a father of 16 children. Thankfully, it was a combined family, still the size of his family reminds of the movie “Cheaper by the Dozen” its even cheaper with 16! In any case, Dave and I discuss the issues of raising children in large families. The interaction between fathers and sons in our families of origin and how those interactions affect the interactions between father’s and their children in large families.
Wherever you find yourself in life, whether you come from a large family or are an only child the communication we have with our fathers effects how we see ourselves; rightfully or wrongfully. Our interaction with our natural fathers or surrogate fathers in some cases effects our conversation and interaction with God our Father.
Anecdotal experiences that both Dave and I have had are insightful and entertaining. We all can learn from experiences we have had with one another that helps us overcome worry, anxiety and fear thoughts which interfere with our ability to connect relationally with God or other people: namely; family and friends.
Hope you enjoy our dialogue and appreciate Dave’s insights that may help you overcome a fear thought that is holding you back from connecting with God and with those people who are closest to you in life. Hence, the title “The Gift of Connection”.