Jerrad Lopes

Dad Tired

Religion EN ↓ 572 episodes

You’re tired. Not just physically; though yeah, that too. You’re tired in your bones. In your soul. Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold. Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing. Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger. Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, cl...

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Author

Jerrad Lopes

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Religion

Podcast website

dadtired.com

Latest episode

Nov 2, 2026

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Episodes

My Top 7 Resources For 2021 31.05.2021

In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, Jerrad shares his top 7 resources for 2021. You'll everything from top books, to travel hacking, to the best coffee mugs for tired dads.

The One Thing That Might Cause You To Lose 24.05.2021

Maybe you're doing all the right things as a Christian dad, but there is still that one thing causing you to get tripped up.

Immediately Improve Communication In Your Marriage (with Leila Lopes) 17.05.2021

In today's episode, join host Jerrad Lopes and his wife Leila as they discuss 5 practical ways that you can immediately improve your communication in marriage.

Alone With My Faith (with Harry Connick Jr.) 10.05.2021

In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with Grammy Award Winning Artist Harry Connick Jr. to talk about his journey of faith. The pair also cover topics on fatherhood, doubt, and what it's like to find a faith on your own.

How God Uses Your Kids To Draw Your Heart Closer To His 03.05.2021

As Christian dads, we often think that parenting is a one-way street; that we're the only ones depositing into them. But, what happens when God uses our kids to drop spiritual deposits into us? This emotional, raw, and compelling interview will definitely give you a new perspective on how God uses our children to draw the hearts of dads back to Himself.

For The Dad Running On Empty 26.04.2021

Do you feel like your tank is running low as a man? How does that impact your relationships as a father, husband, and disciple? Learn more about how running on empty impacts your role as a Christian dad in today's episode with Jerrad Lopes.

Obedience When it Doesn't Make Sense (with Jason Brown) 19.04.2021

Are you willing to be a leader who leads his family where God calls you, even when it doesn't make sense on paper? Join Jerrad Lopes as he interviews Jason Brown, former NFL player, turned farmer, for an episode you won't want to miss.

Teaching Our Kids To Suffer Well 12.04.2021

Do your kids know how to suffer well? In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as her shares what it looks like for a dad to learn good theology of suffering, and in turn, teach that to his children.

Why It Takes A Village To Raise Our Kids (with MercyMe) 05.04.2021

In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with Mike and Bart from the band MercyMe to talk about why it takes a village to raise our kids. The band members also share their own journeys as fathers, and what they learned from their fathers, as well. A must listen to episode for any Christian dad looking to become the spiritual leader of his home. Find out more at dadt...

A Dad Who Is Completely Honest With God (with A.J. Swoboda) 29.03.2021

“When we confess to Jesus our sin, when we confess to Jesus our doubt, when we confess to Jesus our struggles… there has never once been a moment in our life where we have done that and Jesus walked away more informed about our lives.” If you are struggling with telling God exactly what you're feeling, thinking, and experiencing, today's episode is for you. Win a free book from today's author at d...

When You Don't Feel Like God Can Use You (with Darryl Strawberry) 22.03.2021

Let's be real, most guys don't feel qualified to lead their family well. Whether it be past mistakes, or current hang-ups, we simply don't feel qualified or equipped to be the men God is calling us to be. In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with former Major League Baseball superstar Darryl Strawberry to discuss what it looks like to lead our familie...

Teaching Your Kids To Fight *Well* 15.03.2021

Many married couples often fight dirty because they were never taught how to fight well. In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes shares what it looks like for a dad to lay the ground work of teaching his children how to fight well, so that they can become healthy fighters as adults. Check out dadtired.com/fight to get the freebies offered in today's episode.

Do You Know This Side Of God? 08.02.2021

It's highly possible that you're missing this part of God's heart. And, as a result, your kids may be missing it, too.  

A Dad Who Has What He Teaches 01.02.2021

Most dads feel like phonies. Like they preach one thing to their kids, but don't actually live it out in real life. In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, be encouraged as host Jerrad Lopes shares his experience of not wanting to fall short.

What Does Family Discipleship Actually Look Like? (with Adam Griffin) 25.01.2021

In today’s episode of the Dad Tired Podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with author & pastor Adam Griffin to talk about what Family Discipleship actually looks like in 2021, how do we talk to our kids about the issues of the current cultural climate, why guys are hesitant to go to professional counseling, and so much more.

The Most Important Prayer For Your Kids 18.01.2021

What if your kids need more than a dad who shares Jesus with them? In today's episode, Jerrad shares the most important thing your children need.

Expanding Your 'Dad' Influence 11.01.2021

In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes shares a quality of God's heart that he desperately longs for you to have as a father. If you are a Christian dad, listen to this episode to learn what it means to expand your 'dad' influence, and why it matters in your spiritual maturity.

Teaching Your Kids How To Share Their Faith (with Carl Laferton) 04.01.2021

Today host Jerrad Lopes is joined by author Carl Laferton to talk about his new book, "The God Contest", and practical ways fathers can help their children share their faith.

Creating A Successful Family Culture 14.12.2020

Why do some families thrive while others seem to fly by the seat of their pants? In today's episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he shares the practical ways dads can help facilitate a successful family culture.

Before You Run Into Next Year 07.12.2020

Most of us are ready to put 2020 behind us. But, what if God has one more thing to teach you before the year is over? If you're serious about leading your family well and becoming the husband and father you long to be, today's episode with host Jerrad Lopes will leave you feeling encouraged and equipped.

Becoming A King (with Morgan Snyder) 23.11.2020

Today host Jerrad Lopes is joined by best-selling author, Morgan Snyder to discuss his new book 'Becoming A King: The Path to Restoring The Heart of A Man".

Your Last Words To Your Kids (with Blake Brewer) 16.11.2020

If you knew your life would end shorter than you wanted it to, what would your last words be to your kids? What would be the thing you wanted to tell them most? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Blake Brewer, who shares his powerful story of the last words his dad left for him.

1000 Small Steps To Risk-Taking (with Matt Parker) 09.11.2020

Matt Parker used to be a youth pastor. Now, he goes undercover around the world to fight against human trafficking. I asked him how he found himself doing such an incredible and risky job, to which he simply replied: “1000 small steps”. If you feel like God might be calling you to more, but can’t imagine what that would look like, maybe the journey starts with 1 of 1000 small steps. In this episod...

Developing A Tech Plan For Your Family (with Arlene Pellicane) 02.11.2020

When you have a purpose and a plan, technology can be a tool to bring your family closer together. But, left as a default activity, technology as a toy will rob your family of quality time and memories together every time. As you decide what's healthy for your family and articulate a clear media game plan moving forward, your family will thrive within the boundaries you set. In this interview, Arl...

Wild At Heart (with John Eldredge) 26.10.2020

If your soul is longing for more adventure, this episode is for you. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he interviews best-selling author, John Eldredge (Wild At Heart). The two discuss what stops Christian dads from stepping into the adventure God has for them, and how we can raise kids who are resilient.

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