Dad Tired

In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with author Brent Crowe to talk about how the ancient wisdom of Jesus offers our family stability in the midst of a chaotic world. The pair also talk how to protect your family from alligators, and other very practical ways to lead your family well.

On today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by author Felicia Wu Song to discuss how to know when your devices are shaping you and your family to the point of harm. Is there a way to combat the relentless use of technology in your life and in the life of your kids?

Jerrad sits down with his wife Leila to talk through Biblical and healthy ways to process making hard decisions as a family. Find the FREE worksheet at dad tired.com/worksheet to help guide you through your next difficult decision.

On today's show, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by author and pastor David Marvin to discuss why we're all freaking out (and why we don't need to).

Join host Jerrad Lopes as he hit sits down with Roland C. Warren to talk about all things manhood. The pair cover the topics of: Bad Dads of the Bible, Raising Sons of Promise, Toxic Masculinity, The Role of A Father in the Church, and so much more.

Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with best-selling author Justin Whitmel Earley to talk about what it looks like to be a dad who creates habits of the household. These practical daily rhythms will provide simple ways to bring order, rest, and the Gospel to the whole family.

Research has shown that many teenagers will leave the faith after high school because they felt like the religion their parents offered was too black and white. Essentially, there was no room to ask hard questions. In today's interview we tackle the hard question of "Is the God of the Old Testament angry, sexist, and racist"? Along with other questions your kids will likely one day ask. Join host...

If you're a dad who feels like you've lost control of your time or your schedule; whether that be a work, at home, or in regards to your rest, today's episode will be encouraging to you. Listen as host Jerrad Lopes sits down with best-selling author Jordan Raynor to talk about his new book "Redeeming Your Time: 7 Biblical Principles for Being Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive.

Just about every man would admit to struggling with pornography in some shape or form. It is one of the greatest tools of the enemy to destroy men, marriages, and families. It can cause a man who loves the Lord to feel overwhelmed with shame and hopelessness. But, there is hope. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with pastor Ray Ortlund to talk about what the death of porn can look like in you...

Our world is full of men who are still boys. How do we raise sons who can confidently know when they've moved from boyhood to manhood? As Christian fathers, we must create an intentional plan to move our sons from boys, to the men God has called them to be.

In today's episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with Josh M., one of the Dad Tired community members, as he shares his story of how God rose him up after hitting rock bottom.

We've all heard the saying, "It Takes A Village To Raise A Child". Well, as it turns out, it's true. The data is proving it. In today's episode, Jerrad Lopes sits down with Awana President Matt Markins to discuss the data around what it actually takes to raise passionate Jesus followers.

Whether you're considering homeschooling, just started homeschooling, or are a veteran homeschool family who could use a little encouragement, today's episode is for you. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with Durenda Wilson, a homeschool mom of eight, and author of The Four-Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life.

All of us know that there is no such thing as a perfect parent, yet somehow we still seemed to judge ourselves on the scale of perfection. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with Dave & Ann Wilson to talk about what it looks like to set realistic expectations for a dad who is trying to lead his family well.

Today host Jerrad Lopes sits down with Best-Selling Author, Jason Wilson (Cry Like A Man). Jason has been featured on the Joe Rogan podcast, ESPN, along with dozens of national television shows. The pair discuss what it looks like to become a comprehensive man, how to control your emotions, and what it looks like to be both a lion and a lamb for your family. You can pick up a copy of Jason's new b...

Are you and your wife in different places spiritually? Is it causing a loss of intimacy and connection? Join host Jerrad Lopes and his wife Leila as they share their own story and offer hope to the Christian couples who aren't on the same page spiritually.

Feeling stuck on how to get your kids to read the Bible more? Join host Jerrad Lopes as he shares how dads can help their children read the Bible more, based on their specific age.

There were times in Jesus' ministry where he it seemed that he actually tried to talk people out of following him. At the very least, he wanted to make sure they counted the cost. Many of us are excited to move forward toward the places God is leading us, but we must first pause and be sure we've actually counted the cost.

If you consider yourself a Dad Tired listener, I'm asking you to take 20 minutes and listen to all of this episode.

If you're a dad, you're likely exhausted. There's nothing more you and your family want than some good soul rest. Maybe you've heard about the idea of practicing sabbath as a family, but have no idea where to begin. Or, maybe you've tried a few times but have since given up. Where ever you're at on the "tired" spectrum, today's episode is filled with tons of practical encouragement to help you lea...

Are you and your family searching for a healthy church to plug into? Not sure what to look for in a church? How do you know if the church you're attending is a healthy church? In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes outlines 6 qualities that a healthy church possesses.

In today's episode, we cover the very painful topic of infertility. If you, or someone you know, has struggled with infertility, or the loss of a baby today's episode will be an encouragement to you.

In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with actor and director Jason Mac to discuss what a father's legacy is, and how you know you're starting to leave one.

Want to know God better this week? Join host Jerrad Lopes and guest Greg Bledsoe as they challenge the Dad Tired listeners with one specific exercise that a family can do to learn more about who God is.

Feel like you're headed toward emotional, spiritual and physical burn out as a dad? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes shares 4 indicators of burnout, and how to avoid it as a husband, father, and disciple.