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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #38: Lean on God's StrengthWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares two practical ways to take some of the burden of fatherhood off your shoulders and put it where it belongs -- with the Lord!
Check back every Friday morning for a new Friday Focus episode where we share one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast81. Role of a Father: ProtectorIn this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood podcast, hosts Brett Ethridge and Perry Hughes continue the series on the role of fathers by exploring a father's role as protector. They discuss physical protection, emotional safety, and the dangers of overprotection. The conversation delves into modern threats, including the impact of technology on children's safety, and emphasizes the need for fathers to be vigilant and nurturing. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own roles as protectors in their families. They explore how to nurture relationships, protect children from themselves, and the significance of...2025-06-0447 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #37: Don't Provoke Your ChildrenWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry provides shades of understanding for Ephesians 6:4, especially when it comes to parenting our teenagers.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast80. Role of a Father: Spiritual Head, with Pastor Dan DeMeyIn this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood Podcast, Brett is joined by Pastor Dan DeMey of Shine Church to continue the series exploring the multifaceted role of the father, this time focusing on a father's role as the spiritual head of the household. They start by asking whether or not that is even a role that a father should play and unpack scriptures that seem to suggest it is. Interpreting exactly what that should look like is nuanced, however, and Dan brings a fresh and interesting perspective to the suggestion that the father should be the "head" of his f...2025-04-1748 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #36: See the Good InsideWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett reflects on the importance of seeing the good inside our kids and shares an anecdote about how to apply that perspective when engaging with our kids -- and how it changes everything when we do.
The book referenced in this episode is Good Inside by Dr. Beck Kennedy. You can get a copy of it here: https://amzn.to/4lnhg0f
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast79. Role of a Father: Provider, with Jamie DavisIn this episode of the Faithful Fatherhood Podcast, Brett and Perry are joined by special guest Jamie Davis to kick off a new series exploring the multifaceted role of the father. This episode focuses on the father as a provider, delving into both the financial and non-financial aspects of provision. In this wide-ranging discussion about father-as-provider, we cover biblical truths about provision, share impactful personal experiences, and offer practical advice for fathers striving to fulfill this critical role.
Here's a closer look at some of the key points of discussion:
00:00 Introduction
03:10 Biblical foundations of...2025-03-1150 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #35: LoveWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares a timeless truth about love, an appropriate and timely message for this Valentine's Day Friday.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast78. The Path to Breakthrough in 2025We know it's waaaaay past the start of the new year. Nevertheless, the intentionality, goal-setting, and spiritual concepts we discuss in this episode are relevant any time of the year — especially when it comes to incorporating your kids into your family's strategic planning. Toward the end of the episode, Brett also shares a really powerful practice that can help you achieve breakthrough in whatever challenges you may be dealing with in your family. There's a lot of time left in 2025. There's no time like the present to get serious about making it everything you hoped it could be!
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #34: Peace, Be StillWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett relays Jesus's powerful instructions for when we find ourselves in the storms of life -- an especially relevant reminder this Christmas season.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast75. Handling the Disappointment of Unmet ExpectationsBrett and Perry talk about how to handle the disappointment that comes from unmet expectations as they debrief their summer adventures and catch up on key happenings with their families. Things don't always go according to plan, especially when travel and the idiosyncracies of teenage kids are involved. Yet, how we help our kids navigate disappointment is an important role of fathers. We trust that you'll be able to relate to the stories Brett and Perry share in this episode and take heart from the realization that you're not the only one to experience setbacks with your kids despite...2024-11-0556 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast74. Hurricane Happenings and Stretching Comfort ZonesBrett and Perry, both of whom live in areas deeply impacted by the destruction of Hurricane Helene, share their experiences of the storm itself, the tragedy they've witnessed first-hand, and their families' efforts to help those in need. They then shift the conversation to an internal conflict Perry is wrestling with regarding a work opportunity for his son JP. As fathers, how do we balance prudence and wisdom with expanding our comfort zones to allow our sons to grow into men? In this episode, we tackle some heavy issues with an eye toward setting a good example for our k...2024-10-1632 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast72. Unfinished BusinessBrett and Perry continue their discussion about Legacy by exploring the idea that we should begin something meaningful now that won't be completed in our lifetime. It opens up a conversation about King David and his son, King Solomon, and leads to a broader conversation about how to equip our kids to be better than we are in key areas. As we strive to leave a positive legacy for future generations, we trust that Part 2 of this Legacy series will challenge, motivate, and encourage you on your fatherhood journey.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #33: Transition WellWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week as our kids head back to school and Summer gives way to Fall, Brett discusses the importance of marking seasons and transitioning well.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast71. What Makes for a Meaningful Legacy?Legacies are complicated. We all leave one, whether good or bad. For those of us trying to leave an impactful, positive legacy in our families, how should we set about doing that? How much control do we really have over the ripple effect of our actions today on future generations? What does the Word teach us about legacy, and how does our time on Earth fit into God's eternal plans?
It's easy to get lost in the day-to-day of fatherhood and lose sight of the big picture. While our lives are but a vapor, according to the...2024-08-2242 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #32: PlayWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett discusses research about when and how kids release oxytocin when interacting with their fathers, and why "play" is biologically hardwired into how we connect with them. Play with your kids this weekend, men!
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #31: Rekindle a Fond MemoryWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares a fun question to ask your kids to ignite interesting conversation... and perhaps surprise you as to their answers!
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #30: Act Before ThinkingWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry flips traditional wisdom on its head as he explains what has really led to a shift in his midset on the important things over the years -- and how you can effect positive change in your life, too.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #29: Honor Thy FatherWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett prepares us for the coming Father's Day weekend by sharing a couple of thoughts about honor, and how we can honor our fathers — and be worthy of honor ourselves — this Father's Day.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast68. Loving Your Adopted Kids Well, with Allison DouglasAs fathers, we desire to love our kids fully and unconditionally. If you're a father to adopted kids, is the desire of your heart any different? Of course not. But adoption does present unique challenges. As adoptive fathers, we need to understand those challenges and how to connect with our kids amid the unique nature of the adoptive parent-child relationship. In this episode we talk with Allison Douglas, Resource Center Program Director at Harmony Family Center, about her experience both professionally and as a parent of four adopted kids herself. We explore the inherent trauma present in all adopted ki...2024-06-1257 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #28: Allow Room for GrowthWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett talks about the importance of not pigeonholing our kids into their current way of being and shares a powerful prayer you can pray over them to encourage their growth and development.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast65. The Heart of a Father: Give Good GiftsIt seems like a pretty simple idea: A father should desire to give good gifts to his kids. Jesus said as much in Matthew 7:9-11. Yet, it's not always that easy. There are some deeper issues here. Should we give our kids every "good gift" they ask for? Does our Heavenly Father actually give us everything we ask for, as scripture suggests? What should our heart position be toward our kids when they haven't earned the gifts they're asking for? What is the interplay between discipline and freedom, and how does it line up with what Jesus discloses about t...2024-04-3048 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #27: We're Not Promised TomorrowWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry reflects on a friend's cancer battle and what it means for us as men and fathers trying to make the most of each and every day, because we're not promised tomorrow.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast64. A Young Ninja and a Proud Father, with Seth HughesPerry's 12-year-old son, Seth, recently qualified for and competed in a national ninja warrior competition, finishing in the top half of his age group for Tier 2. It's a big deal and he did great! Seth joins the show this week to reflect on his experience and debrief with his dad about the highs and lows of the competition weekend. Perry talks about striking the balance between being coach and dad, cultivating his son's interests, and they share fun and meaningful stories from a memorable trip together.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #26: May We Do the PlantingWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. Spring is here! This week Perry talks about the principle of sowing and reaping and reflects on the types of "good sowing" we need to be doing in the lives of our kids.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast63. Carpe DiemAs with everything in life, there are seasons to fatherhood. Good seasons. Hard seasons. Newborn seasons. Teenage Years seasons. And every season in between. In this episode, Brett and Perry discuss the fleeting nature of time. They share stories from the respective seasons they're in with their own kids and lessons learned about how to enjoy each season of fatherhood, even the challenging ones. At the end, Brett shares a powerful story from a recent conference he attended and imparts encouragement about a father's love.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #25: The Goodness of Good FridayWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett reads part of the Easter story from Mark chapter 1 and shares thoughts about the true meaning of Easter, and how to impart that message to our kids while internalizing it ourselves. Happy Good Friday!
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #24: The Next Right StepWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares a story from his recent canoe trip with his son, JP, and reflects on what it means for us as fathers as we endeavor to walk with the Lord.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #23: The 5:1 RuleWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett explains the "5:1 Rule" as it pertains to our interactions with our kids -- and specifically how we should think about the words we speak to them.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast60. The Heart of a Father: Desire Good for Your KidsIn this episode we continue trying to discern the "heart of a father" by looking at the idea that our Heavenly Father desires good for us, and that we in turn should desire good for our own kids. That seems like a pretty self-evident concept on the surface. All fathers want what's best for their kids, right? But for many, our relationship with God and our perceptions of Him leaves us wondering whether or not He truly does want us to prosper, as Jeremiah 29:11 suggests. And what if, when we analyze our own hearts deep-down, we realize that we m...2024-02-2148 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #22: The UmbrellaWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares a fun anecdote about how a man and his umbrella helped him hear from God, and what it means for helping our kids to learn to hear from God, too.
If you haven't yet listened to Episode 59 of the podcast featuring Jason Vonk, it will provide context for Perry's story.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast57. Leave, Keep, and Start for 2024A new year is upon us, and it's important as fathers that we reflect on the previous year and cast a vision for the coming one. In this episode Brett and Perry take a slightly different spin on the traditional reflection and planning process and share the "Leave, Keep, and Start" framework that they're implementing in their own families this year. Brett also reveals a fresh take on the "Leave" piece of that framework and encourages listeners to consider the legacy they're building in the coming year. Finally, it's important to acknowledge that things may not go exactly as...2024-01-0849 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast56. Is it Wrong to Let Your Kids Believe in Santa Claus?PSA: This episode is rated PG-13 because of the topic being discussed. Be careful about listening to it within ear shot of young kids.
With Christmas right around the corner, the magic of the season is amplified for many families by presents under the tree from Santa Claus on Christmas morning. Santa is a symbol of the season to be sure, a representation of generosity and joy, and a seemingly benign diversion that's a fond part of the childhood experience at Christmastime.
But is celebrating Santa Claus really just innocent fun? Or does it break trus...2023-12-2251 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast54. Instilling a Heart of Giving in Our KidsIt's natural for kids to have a me-focused worldview, and it comes out all the more for many at Christmas. It's our job as fathers to help instill in our kids an others-focused perspective. There's no better time to do that than during the Holidays, when opportunities abound to give. In this episode Brett and Perry share ways they handle giving at Christmas in their families, dive into some scriptures that speak to the heart we should adopt -- and model for our kids -- when it comes to giving, and share practical ways to include our kids in giv...2023-12-1154 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast53. Leading Our Families through the Christmas SeasonChristmas season is upon us! As the calendar turns to December, the hustle and bustle steadily builds toward the big day, and it’s easy to get swept up in the chaotic pace and lose the intentionality necessary to make the season meaningful and memorable for our families. In this episode Brett and Perry talk about the role of a father during Christmas, explore their respective mindsets heading into this year’s Christmas season, and share something they’re planning to do with their families every day between now and Christmas Eve that they believe will help their kids unders...2023-12-0135 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #21: Life is About PeopleWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares an epiphany he had while walking out of a grocery store about the true meaning of life.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast51. TV Dads, Boogers, and Nature vs. NurtureThis first-of-its-kind episode unfolds in a new format that we're calling "Quick Hitters," where Brett and Perry tackle five questions relevant to fatherhood while attempting to answer them in under two minutes each.
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What are you currently reading?
Who was your favorite TV dad growing up, and why?
What's the grossest thing you've ever had to do as a dad?
What's the #1 lesson you've learned about fatherhood?
What is the Lord calling you to as a father right now?
Prepare to laugh, be grossed out, and overall have some...2023-11-0839 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #20: Look for the GoodWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares a story about a man hanging off a cliff face that highlights the importance of looking for the good in all situations... yes, even when your kids are driving you crazy!
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast50. The Man and His Wives"The Man and His Wives," one of Aesop's famous fables, teaches a profound truth about the importance of keeping our priorities straight. Brett and Perry use the humorous tale as a launching point to discuss how they determine what's important in their own lives — and whether their intended list of priorities matches up with reality. They then turn to the life of Jesus to look at what He prioritized during his time on earth, and whether or not what Jesus thought was important should also be important to us as men striving to leave a meaningful legacy in our fa...2023-10-261h 07
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #19: Fatherhood is Hard... Good!Welcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett reflects on the challenge of fatherhood and reminds us that fatherhood is only hard if you're trying to be a good father... so good for you!
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast47. Perry is Back! (with Crazy Stories of Adventure...)Perry Hughes, co-host of the podcast, is currently traveling the western United States with his family, and boy does he have some stories to share! He finally got satellite Internet up and running and was able to check in for this episode. Perry recounts some of their crazy adventures so far and shares several lessons-learned that will encourage all of us striving to be faithful fathers.
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“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” — Helen Keller
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #18: Consistency (+ Podcast Anniversary Update!)Welcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett talks about the power of consistency when it comes to our fathering, and the fruit that stems from consistently showing up in the lives of our kids.
It's also the 1-Year Anniversary of The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast! Brett shares some analytics about the show and relates the most popular episodes. He then draws parallels between the podcast and fatherhood in terms of the importance of consistency.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #17: Where Lies the Victory?Welcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry reflects on the verse in Proverbs 21 that talks about the victory belonging to the Lord, and what that means for us as fathers.
"The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord." — Proverbs 21:31
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast42. Prodigals and the Heart of a FatherIn this episode Brett and Perry continue looking at what we can learn about the heart of a father based on the truth of what we see modeled by God as our Heavenly Father. For insight, they turn to Jesus's "Parable of the Lost Son," sometimes referred to as the Prodigal Son, as found in Luke chapter 15. Perry identifies with the prodigal son while Brett resonates more with the dutiful son, which leads to a lively discussion as they unpack key insights hidden in this story that have profound revelation about how we should act in the role of...2023-07-251h 00
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast41. Discerning the True Father-Nature of God, with Heather JohnstonWe often project views about the nature of God as our Heavenly Father based on our experience with our earthly father. While that's something to guard against in general, it's particularly important not to conflate the two when our earthly father exhibited characteristics clearly not representative of the true nature of God. But how can we know what's true? That's the journey our guest in this episode, Heather Johnston, has been on since her dad's car accident when she was just four years old left him a shell of his former self. The truths she has come to learn...2023-07-1843 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast40. Inexpensive Ideas for Spending Quality Time with your KidsAs Frank Sinatra famously sang, the best things in life are free. Certainly spending quality time with our kids counts as one of the best things in life. And while not everything we do with them is free, there are plenty of low-cost ways to have a blast with our kids and build memories that will last a lifetime. In this episode Brett and Perry share some of their favorite things to do with their kids that don't break the bank. Listen for one that resonates with you and give it a go this summer!
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast39. Some Father's Day EncouragementFather's Day is here, and it can be a challenging holiday for a lot of men. But it's also a day to celebrate good fathers, like you! In this episode Brett shares two stories about Father's Day that should give us pause, but then relays three bits of encouragement to help you adopt a healthy mindset heading into Father's Day this year and to receive the appreciation you deserve. Happy Father's Day, friends!
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast38. Helping Your Kids Find Their Passion, with Billy and JoJo SalyersGrowing up without a father who abandoned his family at a young age, Billy Salyers resolved to be a better father to his own kids someday. One way Billy has done that is by intentionally spending quality time with his kids through summer projects. From building a sailboat to 3D-printing battle robots to forging knives, the Salyers’ projects have provided bonding opportunities, funny stories, and endless growth opportunities for their family. In this episode, Billy and his son JoJo share lessons learned while exploring how to help our kids discover and cultivate their passions — something that happened for JoJo as o...2023-06-131h 01
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #16: Progress, not PerfectionWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett cites a study suggesting that "perfect" parenting isn't what our kids need, and encourages us to strive for progress rather than perfection on our fatherhood journey.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast37. Gearing Up for SummerSummer can be a magical time — and a valuable opportunity for fathers to spend quality time with their kids. In this episode Brett and Perry discuss their summer plans, recount fond memories from their own childhood summers, and discuss ways to keep our kids engaged during the long summer days when it's easy to get wrapped up in the frustration of kids complaining about "being bored." There are solutions! We only have so many summers with our kids while they're under our roof, and it's important to maximize them. Take some of the ideas and mindsets that we share an...2023-05-301h 03
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #15: Proverbs 12:16Welcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry reflects on the wisdom expressed in Proverbs 12:16 and how it applies when responding to our kids.
"The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult." — Proverbs 12:16
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast36. Getting Set Free from Addiction, with Will WestAddiction besets many a good man and has the potential to tear families apart. Yet it's possible to get set free from addiction, as Will West shares in this episode, and to heal damaged relationships with the help and infinite love of our Heavenly Father.
At one point gripped by addiction, living on the streets of Knoxville, and contemplating suicide, Will is now sober and a thriving sports talk-show host with a beautiful family — a testimony to the power of fatherhood and the healing nature of God's Word. Whether you're striving to be a good father but wr...2023-05-1654 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #14: Involve Your KidsWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry encourages us to include our kids in our projects, and talks about the importance of doing so.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast35. Boys Will Be BoysBoys will be boys. That's a phrase we use to explain why our boys sometimes do crazy, reckless things. In this episode, Brett and Perry share some laughs as they recount "boys will be boys" stories from their kids and even their own childhoods. But they then explore when it's not appropriate for "boys to be boys," acknowledging that our role as fathers is ultimately to help our boys transition to men. We need to lend our wisdom to our boys' innate limit-pushing spirits so that they grow into men of good character who can shape society for the b...2023-05-021h 02
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #13: Be a Student of Your KidsWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett reflects on what it means to be a student of your kids, and shares two tangible ways to intentionally do so.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast34. Giving Your Kids Space to Ask Questions About Faith, with Chad DillardIt's okay for your kids to ask questions about their faith. Indeed, it should be encouraged. God is big enough to handle it. In this fascinating and wide-ranging conversation with Pastor Chad Dillard, he shares three things we should be doing as fathers to shepherd the spiritual development of our kids. He also explains why their curiosity — even their challenging questions! — is a healthy, normal part of their development. We don't always have to have the right answers. If we model an inquisitive faith and grow right along with our kids, that can have a profound and lasting impact on t...2023-04-261h 00
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast33. What Makes a Man a Man?As time passes, a boy gets older. His body grows — but at what point does he become a man? Culture is more than happy to tell you what makes a man. Brett and Perry have different ideas. To be a good father, you must be a good man. And to be a good man... a real man... well, how to achieve that is the million dollar question. We endeavor to answer that question, at least in part, in this episode.
"Better a patient man than a warrior, a man who controls his temper than one who takes a c...2023-04-1954 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #12: The Joy of LessWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares a great strategy for helping our kids to keep their room clean! Two of his kids make a cameo appearance and relate the minimalism experiment from their perspective.
The book referenced in this episode is The Joy of Less by Francine Jay.
Check back every Friday morning for a new Friday Focus episode where we share one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in t...2023-04-1406 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast32. Healing Trauma and Developing Resilience, with Steve GranerHuman beings, at our core, are relational creatures. When we grow and develop in a loving, nurturing home environment, we tend to show up in the world in healthy, well-adjusted ways. When we don't get what we need in our early years, however, whether because of trauma, abuse, or neglect, the impact can be profound. But healing is possible — indeed, even likely — with the right positive influences.
To discuss how fathers can play a crucial role in those healing processes, we're joined in this episode by Steve Graner, an educator of 30+ years and Director Emeritus of The Neurose...2023-04-1156 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #11: The Significance of Good FridayWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. On this Good Friday, Perry reads the account of Jesus' betrayal and crucifixion from The Jesus Storybook Bible — the ultimate expression of love from Father and Son. This account may be different from any you've ever heard or read. Enjoy it as you reflect on the significance of Christ's sacrifice and prepare your family to celebrate Easter in a couple days.
Check back every Friday morning for a new Friday Focus episode where we share one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on head...2023-04-0710 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast31. Navigating the Trying Teenage Years, with Corey WilsonParenting can be challenging under the best of circumstances. But it seems to ratchet up a notch as our kids become teenagers. As such, we need to be even more intentional about initiating them well through the teenage years. We're joined in this episode by Corey Wilson, father of two teenage girls, to discuss the challenges and joys of raising teens. Oh, and did we mention that Corey's daughters are redheads? You can imagine the stories he has to share! Actually, you don't have to imagine.... Hear first-hand in this episode as we explore what works with teenagers, what...2023-04-0456 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast30. Getting the Work-Life Ratio Right, with Dr. Steve HryszczukIs it possible to be successful in your career while still being a good father and maintaining healthy relationships with your kids? That's the central question we tackle in this episode with Dr. Steve Hryszczuk, an anesthesiologist and entrepreneur and also a devout family man who has learned to strike a healthy balance between the demands of his profession and his heart's desire to be there for the important moments in his kids' lives. It's not always easy to get the work-life ratio right, especially for ambitious men who aspire to great success. Yet Dr. Hryszczuk contends that it's p...2023-03-2849 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #10: What's Your Mind Filter?Welcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett talks about the importance of having a "mind filter" in our lives, what that looks like, and how to serve as that filter for our kids.
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things.” — Philippians 4:8 NIV
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast29. Loving Your Adopted Kids Well, with Bill CraigBill Craig began his fatherhood journey as a foster parent, believing that he and his wife Kristine could provide a loving transitional home for children in need. They never intended to formally adopt any of the kids who passed through their care; God had other plans. Bill is now father to five adopted children and has learned countless lessons about how to raise them and love them well along the way. In this episode, Bill shares from his experience including what he might have done differently in terms of navigating the relationship with his kids' biological parents. Being an...2023-03-211h 03
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #9: Pay the ManWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry acknowledges that we all want a strong relationship with our kids, but asks the question: Have we earned it? Here's what earning it looks like.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast28. Energy-Boosting Hacks for Busy FathersFatherhood is often tiring. But does it have to be? Brett and Perry share some of the ways they maintain high energy in their own lives so that they can show up fully for their families. Brett also reveals a personal struggle that has been robbing him of energy, and what God has been showing him about how to navigate it during this busy season of his life. Perry closes with a proven breathing exercise that you can do to generate immediate energy and clarity of mind — even while driving in your car.
Note: The book Perry re...2023-03-071h 02
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #8: Cultivate Your Kids' PassionsWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry encourages you to have an adventure with your kids based on their passions, not yours.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast27. Crime and PunishmentScripture connects love with discipline. If we truly love our children, we need to discipline them. But how? In this episode, Brett and Perry talk about ways in which they punish their children — what works, what doesn’t work, and most importantly, how to connect with the heart of each child uniquely. Change of action stems from change of heart, so if our kids are truly going to grow and change through our discipline, we must speak to the deeper places in them even amidst of the correction. To do that, punishment isn’t always the answer. Sometimes, there are me...2023-02-281h 05
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #7: RestWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett discusses the importance of rest and shares practical ways to do it even while spending time with your family this weekend.
The book referenced at the beginning of the episode is Peak Performance by Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness.
“For I will satisfy the weary soul, and every languishing soul I will replenish.” — Jeremiah 31:25 ESV
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast26. Striking the Balance Between Rescuing and Enabling Our Kids, with Rick BrewerSometimes our kids mess up and need discipline. Other times they need grace. Chaplain Rick Brewer joins the show this week to talk about that all-important interplay between letting our children know we’re there for them by rescuing them when necessary, but not going so far as to enable behavior that needs correcting. Rick also talks about the biblical principle of “instructing as you go” and shares how he has done that in his own parenting. He ends the episode by imparting a profound question that can guide important decisions throughout our fatherhood journey. It’s wise to sit at t...2023-02-2159 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #6: Put the Screens DownWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry shares an intention that his family tries to honor each week around screen time. He encourages you to join him in the challenge!
Check back every Friday morning for a new Friday Focus episode where we share one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast25. An Eye-Opening Experiment to Do With Your KidsWe can all be better fathers to the extent that we can better exemplify the attributes that Paul refers to as "fruits of the spirit" in Galatians 5:22 - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. In this episode Brett and Perry discuss these characteristics as they pertain to fatherhood. They also share the results of a bold experiment they conducted with their kids around the fruits of the spirit and discuss practical ways we can grow in any of these areas where we may be falling short as a father. After listening to this eye-opening conversation, we...2023-02-1446 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #5: Take Reasonable RiskWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry warns against the increasingly-prevalent "stay safe" culture and talks about the value of encouraging your kids to take reasonable risk — and how to father them through those experiences responsibly.
Check back every Friday morning for a new Friday Focus episode where we share one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you can show up more fully in the lives of your kids.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast24. Introducing Revalyn Maxine EthridgeBrett introduces his daughter, Revalyn Maxine Ethridge, born January 28, 2023, to the Faithful Fatherhood community. He and Perry discuss the significance of Revalyn’s name, what it was like to have a home birth, how he (Brett) and his wife walked out this pregnancy in faith after losing another daughter in 2021, whether or not there’s extra “weight” to fathering a daughter after three boys, and the emotions around bringing new life into this world. We’re over-the-moon excited about this new addition to the family and believe you’ll be blessed and encouraged by the elements of Revalyn’s birth story sh...2023-02-0744 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #4: Will Worrying Help?Welcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett recalls a profound question asked by the convicted Russian spy in Tom Hanks' 2015 film Bridge of Spies, and discusses how the question can help us recalibrate our thinking when we find ourselves beset by worry.
"Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life? Since you cannot do this very little thing, why do you worry about the rest?" — Luke 12:25-26
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast23. A Father-Daughter Conversation with Nancy Hughes and John HutchinsonWhat makes for a strong father-daughter relationship? John Hutchinson and his daughter, Nancy Hughes (co-host Perry’s wife), join this episode to share stories and reflect on the ingredients of a healthy, loving father-daughter dynamic. This wide-ranging conversation hits on the importance of having fun with your kids, what makes a daughter feel loved, how to protect a girl's heart, what not to do during the teenage years, and more. If you have a daughter — or even if you don't — there's a lot of wisdom in what John and Nancy relate that we can incorporate into our own fathering.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast22. Fathering DaughtersAs Brett anxiously awaits the arrival of his daughter, he picks Perry's brain about what it's like to raise a daughter — how girls are different than boys, why he (Perry) was initially intimidated by the weight of responsibility of fathering a daughter, how to handle a girl's myriad emotions, ways to intentionally protect and nurture a daughter's heart, and more. If you have daughters, are expecting a daughter, or simply want encouragement as you strive to father all of your kids well, we think you'll really enjoy — and benefit from — this episode.
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The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #3: Seek UnderstandingWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares three ways we can better understand our kids, and why it's so important.
Inspiration: "Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly." — Proverbs 14:29
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast21. How a Healthy Marriage Makes You a Better Father, with Pastor Dan DeMeyIt’s easy to get wrapped up in our kids’ lives at the expense of our marriage. Yet, a healthy relationship with our spouse can have a profoundly positive impact on how we show up in our role as father. Indeed, given the Biblical imagery of two becoming one, there’s literally something missing in terms of our ability to father well if we’re not connected in a life-giving way with our wife.
Joining us on this episode is Pastor Dan DeMey of Shine Church to unpack the importance of the marriage relationship for fatherhood, help us visua...2023-01-171h 02
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #2: Be Fully PresentWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Brett shares a story related by Oprah Winfrey about a bowl of Cheerios that contains profound wisdom about what it takes to connect in a meaningful way with our kids.
The book referenced by Brett in this episode is What Happened to You? by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey.
Check back every Friday morning for a new Friday Focus episode where we share one piece of encouragement, insight, motivation, or how-to that you can focus on heading into the weekend so that you ca...2023-01-1304 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast20. Learning to Hear God's VoiceAs 2023 marches on, Brett and Perry begin this episode by sharing the books they’re reading and podcasts they’re listening to in order to grow themselves as fathers in the new year. But about halfway through, the conversation takes an unexpected and powerful turn as they dive into what it means to hear God’s voice — and how. If you’ve struggled to hear from God in the past or simply want to be more intentional about quietly listening for His direction this year, you’ll find the encouragement as well as tools you need to go deeper with the Lor...2023-01-1056 min
The Faithful Fatherhood PodcastFriday Focus #1: Be the HeroWelcome to Friday Focus on The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast. This week Perry reflects on what it means to be the hero in our own fatherhood story.
The book referenced by Perry at the beginning of the episode is Hero on a Mission by Donald Miller.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast19. Flowing with God in 2023Happy New Year! As we kick off 2023, Brett and Perry reflect on what went well last year in terms of their fathering, what they intend to improve on this coming year, how they set goals with their kids (including a conversation about the value of "dumb" goals in addition to the more traditional SMART goals), and why it's so important to be in flow with God this year. They share a framework for reflection and planning that you can implement with your own family to set yourself up for success as a father in 2023 — and beyond!
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast18. An Incredible Story of Hope through Tragedy, with Brian BohlkeLife can be hard sometimes. Tragic, even. Yet, when challenging life events strike our families, it's our job as fathers to stay strong and help navigate through the murky waters. For Brian Bohlke, guest on this episode, he and his family have had to endure more than most. He recounts the three unspeakable tragedies that he had to walk through in the span of just two years — each unimaginable individually, made even harder by the compounding effect of the compressed timeframe. But there were lessons to be learned, and hope to be gleaned even amidst the darkness. Be encouraged by...2022-12-2052 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast17. The Blessing, with Pastor John LeachAs fathers, we love our children. We’re proud of them and see positive attributes and abilities that portend a bright future. We have hopes and dreams for their lives — and, more importantly, believe that God is ordering their paths and desires a fruitful life for them as well.
But do they know that?
Have we actually said any of those things to our children?
Have we blessed them?
Pastor John Leach of Jubilee Fellowship Church in Centennial, CO, joins this episode to share the incredible, life-giving benefits that accrue from best...2022-12-131h 02
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast16. Surfing Into Manhood, with Liam HughesYou might recognize the last name of this week's guest, Liam Hughes, the 13-year-old son of co-host Perry, who joins this episode to debrief his recent coming-of-age surf trip with his dad. Liam and Perry share stories of challenge and triumph — and one particularly amusing tale of pranking a stranger at their campsite! As you think about fathering your own kids into manhood / womanhood, be blessed by the reflections and lessons learned from the perspective of both father and son.
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The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast15. Preparing for the Birth of Your Child, with Crystal ShieldsHelping to bring your child into the world is your first opportunity to fully embrace your role as father. Yes, the woman does the hard, physical labor of actually birthing the baby. But there's an important role for the father to play as well. We're joined in this episode by Crystal Shields, a doula from Knoxville, TN, as we dissect the labor and delivery process and explore the father's role in this life-changing event. Topics discussed include:
The role of the father during the birthing process
Why it's normal to feel apprehensive — and how to shift your mindset fo...2022-11-291h 00
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast14. Experiencing Joy During the HolidaysThe holidays are supposed to be a magical time of year, with lots of time spent with family and memories created that will last a lifetime. Yet, for fathers, they often carry extra stress and pressure that can rob the joy from the season. With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner, Brett and Perry share ways they try to keep the holidays meaningful, balance the demands of the season, and ensure that it's a special time for their kids. They also open up about struggles they've had during the holidays in the past and how they're going to s...2022-11-2252 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast13. Ephesians 6:4In many ways, Ephesians 6:4 is a foundational verse for what faithful fatherhood is all about. There's a strong admonition about what not to do (something we're probably all guilty of from time to time) followed by clear instruction about what to do instead when it comes to fathering our children. While the verse may seem straightforward on the surface, however, there's a lot of depth hidden in its key components.
In this episode Brett and Perry tease out key understandings in Ephesians 6:4, share ways they've fallen short -- but also succeeded -- in heeding the verse's instructions...2022-11-171h 06
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast12. Harnessing the Power of Positive Peer PressureBrett and Perry recently climbed Mount Leconte with their boys in an effort to put them in a position to answer the question, Do I have what it takes? The hike was beautiful and incredibly rewarding, but most importantly it revealed several important lessons about fatherhood.
In this episode we debrief the adventure, share funny stories experienced by the boys, discuss the value of what we call "positive peer pressure" and explore how it benefitted the boys on this trip, and wrestle with if/how it's okay for our kids to see us suffer (it turns out...2022-11-101h 02
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast11. Living an Anti-Shuffleboard Philosophy, with Jock MurrayThe word sage carries with it connotations of a wise old man sharing profound nuggets of truth from on high. But for Jock Murray, guest on this week's episode, the "Sage" stage of the masculine journey (see John Eldredge's Fathered by God) has much more to do with leading from your values and influencing those around you from the breadth of experience that comes from years of walking with God.
Jock recounts heartwarming stories of his own father's active presence in his life during his childhood and adolescence. Sadly, Jock lost his dad while he was still...2022-11-031h 05
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast10. Arming Yourself to Fight the Good Fight, with Master Sgt (Retired) Anthony DominguezIn this episode we turn our attention to the "Warrior" stage of the masculine journey as outlined by John Eldredge in Fathered by God. And who better to talk to about developing a warrior spirit than a U.S. Marine! Join our conversation with Master Sgt. (Retired) Anthony Dominguez as we unpack key questions related to this all-important aspect of the fatherhood journey:
Is a warrior mentality God-given or can it be developed?
Are there ways that men naturally bent toward passivity can be more assertive when situations demand it?
How can we initiate our kids through the...2022-10-2758 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast9. 25 Questions You Must Answer Before Dating My Daughter, with Pastor Justin EnochIt's incumbent upon fathers to help safeguard the hearts of our children — and especially our daughters — as they enter the dating years. Hormones rage, emotions run high, and if they're not careful, decisions can be made that have lifelong consequences. It's the responsibility of fathers, then, to help establish boundaries and put safeguards in place to protect our daughters, says Pastor Justin Enoch, lead pastor at Warehouse Church in Parkersburg, WV and guest on this episode.
Pastor Justin has compiled a list of 25 questions a young man must answer before being given permission to date his daughters. He s...2022-10-2055 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast8. Birds, Bees, and RoostersOne of the most important responsibilities of a father is to educate his sons about sex. But how? At what age? What message should a father endeavor to get across? And how can he have "the talk" without it coming across as weird or unnatural?
Brett and Perry tackle these important questions head-on in this episode. They reflect on how they were — or were not — initiated about sex by their own fathers and share first-hand stories about the conversations they've already had about sex with their own boys. Our kids are going to learn about sex somewhere — and so...2022-10-1357 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast7. Adventure, Hard Work, and the Heart of a CowboyAs kids transition from childhood to adulthood during their adolescent years (John Eldredge calls this the "Cowboy" stage in Fathered by God), the overriding question they're trying to answer is, "Do I have what it takes?" It's our job as fathers to help ensure that they're able to answer that question with a resounding Yes!
The best proving grounds for initiation through this crucial life stage are adventure and hard work. In this episode, Brett and Perry discuss practical ways to have meaningful adventures with your kids as well as how to shape resilience and grit through...2022-10-061h 03
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast6. 4 Ways to Instill a Growth Mindset in our KidsKids have a tendency to think of themselves in fixed terms. "I am smart / not smart." "I am athletic / un-athletic." "I am good at math / bad at math." etc. Yet, studies have shown that people with a growth mindset are more likely to rise to the challenges that life presents and overall live more rewarding and accomplished lives.
So how do we help our kids adopt more of a growth mindset and coach them past the negativity and doubt that often comes so naturally? In this episode, Brett and Perry share four practical ways that you can...2022-09-291h 07
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast5. Like Father, Like Son — Or Maybe Not?Is it inevitable that we'll turn out like our fathers? If your father was a good role model, that's not necessarily a bad thing. Indeed, you may be intentionally trying to follow in his footsteps in important ways. But what if there are aspects of your father's character or habits that you don't want to emulate? How can you break unhealthy generational cycles and forge a new path for your own family and future legacy?
In this episode, Brett and Perry explore these challenging questions while relating ways they're proud to be like their dads -- and...2022-09-221h 06
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast4. Raising the Beloved Son, with Pastor WesIn the "Boyhood" chapter of Fathered by God, John Eldredge asserts that the deepest need of a child in the early years is to know at a profound level that he is prized. The he is adored, uniquely. That he is the apple of his father's eye. That he is the beloved son.
That all sounds great, but how do we instill that feeling in our kids? And what if we never received that sort of love from our own fathers? Pastor Wes joins the show to share practical ways we can father our children well during...2022-09-1559 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast3. From Resentful to Redeemed through Fatherhood, with Reggie MosleySometimes when men learn that they're going to be a father, they're not excited about it. They feel unprepared. Not ready. Perhaps even downright resentful. That was the case for Reggie Mosley, who shares his powerful story of redemption on this episode of The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast.
Growing up in the South during the racial tensions of the 1960's, Reggie didn't have a father actively present in his life during his formative years. When he became a father himself, he thought his dreams for the future had been shattered. He was bitter, and he took it out o...2022-09-0858 min
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast2. Telltale Signs of the Uninitiated ManA boy has a lot to learn in his journey to becoming a man, and it takes the active intervention of father figures and the fellowship of other men to guide us along the way. In this episode, Brett and Perry begin looking at the six stages of the masculine journey as laid out by John Eldredge in Fathered by God and what it means to actively initiate our own children through those stages in a healthy, life-giving way. They open up about ways they still feel "unfinished" in their own lives from not having been properly initiated through...2022-09-011h 00
The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast1. Unexpected Benefits of Being a Faithful FatherWelcome to The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast! In this first episode, co-hosts Brett Ethridge and Perry Hughes cast a vision for the show and invite you to join them on the journey of becoming a more faithful father.
Get to know Brett and Perry as they share "two truths and a lie" about themselves — can you discern their lies? — and then pull back the curtain on their own successes and trials as fathers. They each share three benefits they've seen in their own lives and the lives of their kids as a result of being intentional and fully pres...2022-08-251h 03