Father On Purpose Podcast

What does the book of 1 Timothy have to teach today's Christian dads?   In this first episode of our new six-part series through 1 Timothy , Kent and Lawson explore Paul's opening letter to Timothy and uncover timeless principles for biblical fatherhood. Rather than getting lost in theological debates, they focus on what matters most for dads who want to lead their families with wisdom, humility,...

What does it take to raise children who genuinely love Jesus—even when life is busy and demanding?   In this episode of Father On Purpose, Kent Evans and Lawson Brown sit down with U.S. Congressman Josh Brecheen to talk about biblical fatherhood, family discipleship, identity in Christ, and why no career is more important than leading your family well.   Growing up on an Oklahoma ranch, Josh learn...

What does it take to raise resilient, grateful, faith-filled kids in today's world?   In this powerful conversation, Kent and Lawson sit down with world-renowned speaker and evangelist Nick Vujicic to talk about fatherhood, faith, suffering, and the importance of God's Word in the home.   Born without arms or legs, Nick has inspired millions around the world with his message of hope and perseveran...

How do great dads protect their families without becoming overprotective? In Part 2 of our Game Ready Dad "mini-series," Kent and Lawson shift from offense to defense and explore what it means to guard your family spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Drawing from Scripture, military strategy, and personal experience, they discuss how fathers can identify threats, build healthy boundaries, c...

What does it look like to play offense as a dad?   With Father's Day around the corner, Kent and Lawson challenge fathers to stop thinking of themselves as recipients and start thinking like leaders, investors, and disciple-makers. In today's episode, we draw from Hebrews 12, Philippians 4, Psalm 119, and Ephesians 6, and unpack practical ways dads can intentionally lead their families toward Chri...

What if rest isn't laziness… but obedience? In this episode of the Father On Purpose Podcast , Kent and Lawson explore one of the most overlooked rhythms in modern Christian life: Sabbath. Starting with the biblical significance of numbers like 3, 7, 12, and 40, the conversation quickly turns practical as they unpack why God built rest into creation itself. Why did God rest on the seventh day if H...

What if becoming a better dad wasn't just about trying harder?   In this episode of Father On Purpose, Kent and Lawson talk about the role of the Holy Spirit in fatherhood and why Christian dads were never meant to parent alone. Jesus called the Holy Spirit our Helper, Counselor, and Guide, but many fathers struggle to understand what that actually looks like in everyday life.   This conversation...

What if one of the biggest battles fathers face isn't "not knowing enough," but rather believing the wrong things about themselves?   In this episode, Kent and Lawson unpack the powerful connection between wisdom and identity. They explore why biblical wisdom is more than knowledge, why God is the only one who gets to define who you are, and how dads can unknowingly build their lives around lies t...

What happens when your kids grow up and finally understand why you parented the way you did?   In this special father-and-son episode, Kent sits down with his oldest son Alex for an honest conversation about parenting decisions that didn't always make sense in the moment: delayed cell phones, cultural boundaries, fitting in, dating, technology, and learning to wait.   From Alex's perspective as a...

What does a 700-year-old cathedral in Italy have to do with Christian fatherhood? Turns out…a lot. While traveling through Europe, Lawson recorded a couple short videos outside the famous Florence Cathedral that sparked some powerful thoughts about legacy, faithfulness, and the kind of work dads are really called to do. In this episode, Kent unpacks the biblical idea that fatherhood is bigger than...

What if the biggest problem in your fatherhood isn't your past… it's your direction? In this episode, we sit down with pastor, husband, Upward Sports league director, and dad of four, Mike Poelzer, for a deeply honest conversation about what it looks like to lead your family on purpose. Mike shares from a different angle than you might expect. He grew up with a strong, faithful foundation—and over...

NEW RANGE DISCOUNT rangeleather.com/mj (enter your email for 10% off!)   What's really going on in your heart right now?   Not just how you feel …but what's actually driving your thoughts, your decisions, and your reactions as a dad. In this episode, we unpack what the Bible really means by "the heart" and why it's way bigger than emotions.   Kent shares a surprisingly honest moment about envy (ye...

How close are you to a line you never thought you'd cross? Most guys don't wake up one day and decide to wreck their marriage. It starts small. A conversation. A joke. A complaint. One tiny step at a time. In this episode, we sit down with Jim Ramos to talk about his new book Guardrails —and why the strongest marriages aren't built on good intentions… they're built on clear boundaries. We get into...

What does faith really look like in the life of a dad? In this special 250th episode of Father On Purpose, Kent and Lawson celebrate the milestone in the most on-brand way possible: with some laughs, some rabbit trails, and a surprising biblical thread they did not see coming. What started as a goofy search for "250" in the Bible turned into a meaningful conversation about one of the most importan...

What are you holding onto so tightly that, if Jesus asked you to let it go, you'd walk away sad?   In this episode, Kent and Lawson dig into the story of the rich young ruler and why it still hits hard for dads today. This is not just a conversation about money. It is about anything that competes for our trust, identity, security, and obedience. Possessions, status, titles, comfort, control. Anyth...

What secret temptation have you been trying to manage instead of actually killing?   In this episode, Kent and Lawson talk honestly about temptation, secret sin, confession, and the grace of God for dads who are in the fight. They unpack the difference between being tempted and tested, why hiding never leads anywhere good, and how fathers can stop treating symptoms while ignoring the deeper roots....

Have you ever felt like you're still trying to prove yourself as a dad? In this episode, Kent and Lawson sit down with Jeff Zaugg of Dad Awesome to talk about the deeper issues that shape a man's fatherhood: identity, freedom, intentionality, wonder, leadership, and healing from the past. Jeff shares how years of interviews, ministry, and real-life fatherhood led to the six core discoveries in his...

What does it actually look like for a dad to follow God in everyday life? In this episode, Kent and Lawson talk about a simple but powerful word that is shaping Kent's year: follow . For 16 years, Kent's family has taken an annual family retreat where each person chooses a word to focus on for the year. This year, Kent's word opened the door to a deeper conversation about hearing God's voice, lett...

We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming for a special announcement!   Friend of the show Rick Altizer joins us to talk about a powerful new film coming soon to theaters: He Calls Me Daughter . If you've ever wondered how your role as a dad shapes the women in your life, this conversation will grab your heart.   This film explores the deep impact fathers have on their daughters and the he...

What happens when your kids start asking hard questions about faith? Kent recently had a fascinating—and heartbreaking—Uber ride with a driver who grew up in a family of pastors but walked away from Christianity completely. His reason? He says every question he asked about faith growing up was shut down. That conversation got us thinking.   As dads, how we respond when our kids ask honest question...

What if the money conversations in your house didn't start with stress, but instead, began with purpose? In this episode, Kent and Lawson sit down with investor and author John Coleman to talk about his latest book " Good Money" and the difference between chasing "a little more" and living with contentment, clarity, and kingdom priorities .   In this episode, you'll learn: Why "more money" rarely...

Do you ever feel like your voice as a dad is getting drowned out at home? Screens. Sports. Social media. School pressure. Constant noise. It can feel like the world is shouting—and your influence as a dad is shrinking.   In Part 6 of our From Overwhelmed to Intentional series, we talk about how to be clear when the world is loud. You may not be the loudest voice in your child's life. The good news...

What if it's too late? If you've ever looked at your marriage, your relationship with your kids, or your past mistakes and thought, "I'm too far gone," this episode is for you.   In Part 5 of our From Overwhelmed to Intentional series, Kent and Lawson talk to the dad who feels discouraged, stuck, or haunted by guilt. You'll hear why it's so dangerous to add "forever" to temporary pain, how to stop...

What if trying to be the hero in your home is actually hurting your kids? In part four of our From Overwhelmed to Intentional series, Kent and Lawson unpack a subtle but critical distinction every dad needs to understand: the difference between being an example and being a hero. Many dads feel crushing pressure to be perfect, to have all the answers, and to never mess up. Others check out complete...

Are you leading your home, or just reacting to whatever happens next? If you feel like you're always playing defense, this episode is for you. In Part 3 of our series From Overwhelmed to Intentional , Kent and Lawson get painfully honest about the difference between reacting and responding, and why that gap matters in fatherhood. You'll hear how great leaders put "thinking" between the moment and...