Legacy Dads with Dave and Dante

Far too often, guys are expected to fly away from vulnerability. Sometimes it is perceived as weakness; other times, as effeminate. But if men are not willing to be vulnerable and know how to work through their emotions in a healthy manner, their work for the kingdom of God could be diminished. In this episode, Dave and Dante answer a listener request to talk about vulnerability, and what it looks...

In this episode the guys discuss the importance of being delivered from the things that keep us from having a relationship with God...but also the importance of being delivered TO something that He has in store for us. Without a goal, without a destination, we are susceptible to continued struggle. But once we identify the target or goal, we can continue to use that as a way to move forward into t...

In this episode, Legacy Dads Dave and Dante get to sit down with Kirk Cameron and discuss his new movie "Lifemark," set to premiere on the PureFlix streaming platform on November 22nd, 2022. Kirk Cameron is known by millions as "Mike Seaver" from the 1980's hit sit-com, "Growing Pains." Since then, he's invested his time and energy into faith and family-focused films, television shows, and live ev...

In this episode, we were happy to sit down with Dr. Tim Kimmel and Michael Tooker to discuss their new book "Grace at Work: The Secret to Getting More from Your Job Than a Paycheck." Dr. Tim Kimmel, Founder and Executive Director of Grace Based Families, has created resources for families and churches across the globe that reform and restore through grace. In the new book "Grace at Work," Kimmel p...

We had the honor of sitting down with Colonel Todd "Riddler" Riddle and discussing his new book "Faith, Family, and Fighter Jets." In the interview we hear about Riddler's experience as an A-10 Thunderbolt II (i.e. Warthog!) combat pilot, as a knees-in-the-breeze paratrooper, and as a leader in both his family and career field. Riddler discusses his book and talks about how he maintains faith in t...

Gather. Restore. Ignite. Transform. GRIT. Dave and Dante finally met in Indiana, along with previous Legacy Dads guest Jeff McDaniel to speak at the GRIT men's conference. In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss their thoughts after the event. There were nearly 200 men at the event, and they were able to learn about false identities and the necessity for endurance in the faith. Listen in as they d...

It seems like society doesn't want us quick to listen and slow to speak...quite the opposite sometimes! In this episode Dave and Dante discuss the art of listening and how important it is in today's day and age. Whether it's a kid trying to tell you about their day, your wife (or soon to be wife) laying her concerns in front of you, or a brother in Christ who is confessing his struggles to you, th...

We had the pleasure to sit down with Pastor and new author Jeremy Freeman to discuss his book "#butGod: The Power of Hope When Catastrophe Crashes In," out October 18, 2022. In the book, Jeremy details he and his family's experience following his son Caleb's devastating car accident, and God's faithfulness through Caleb's miraculous recovery. Jeremy also shares about the darkness that nearly overt...

In this second part of a two-part interview with Phil Ling, we hear the practical things that Legacy Dads can do to glorify the kingdom of God. Too often we are told "time, talents, treasures" with no real advice on how to use them to glorify God's kingdom. Phil lays it down and puts it all in perspective so that we can make that happen. Listen in and let it marinate so that you can use your time,...

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Gary Thomas, who's new book "Making Your Marriage A Fortress" comes out on October 4th 2022. Gary Thomas is a bestselling author and international speaker whose ministry brings people closer to Christ and closer to others. He unites the study of Scripture, church history, and the Christian classics to foster spiritual growth and deeper relationships within...

In this two-part interview, we sat down with Phil Ling from The Giving Leader podcast. Phil has worked with churches and ministries of all sizes in order to help them grow in and for the Kingdom of God. Phil doesn't hold back and gives a lot of advice for how the "big C" Church can stay in the fight in a post-COVID era, but also how churches, men, and women can ensure they are doing the things the...

We were honored to welcome Lauren Chandler onto the podcast to discuss her new book "Praise Him." In this beautifully illustrated board book, Lauren's lyrical lines encourage us that in the day or in the night, wherever we go, we can praise God continually. From page to page, follow a child through her day as she goes from sunny morning to stormy afternoon and then shadowy night. Be reminded that...

In this episode, we welcome Michael, aka the Honest Youth Pastor. This is the final part of a three-part series on biblical masculinity. We talked through biblical masculinity and why it is important for Christian men to keep striving to be more like the man that Jesus was while he was on earth. What are the fruits of biblical masculinity, and how can you differentiate between "toxic" and "biblica...

In this second episode covering biblical masculinity, Dave and Dante discuss 12 traits that contribute to biblical masculinity: bold, faithful, dependable, strong, courageous, truthful, sacrificial, pure, loyal, charitable, meet, and wise. These traits can be tied to scripture verses, and Dave and Dante discuss each of these and how to continue to grow to be the man, husband, and father that God c...

Biblical masculinity is under attack. God created men to be men and to have certain characteristics and traits. Yet today, it seems as if having those unique, God-given traits is something that should be hidden or diminished. In this first part of a three-part series on masculinity, Dave and Dante get into the foundations of what's wrong with men today. Why are we at the point we are at today? Wha...

In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with people who will ultimately keep you accountable and point you to God. When we face struggles and we want to make change, we need to have people around us who we can lean on, who will help us to grow, and will love us when we stumble. Whether you're a man surrounded by brothers, or a woman surrounded by sisters, whe...

There's no doubt that spiritual warfare is happening today just as much as it was when the serpent entered the garden of Eden. While some aspects of the enemy's attacks may be easy to identify and fight, it is getting more challenging today to keep up the fight against modern societal attacks. In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss those topics and get into ways in which we can stay in the fight....

We are part of the body of Christ, and we each have a specific role to play. If you've become a little COVID-lazy, or if you've never been one to get involved in the life of the church, it's time to dive in. Men play a critical role not only in the leadership of their families, but also in the life of their church. We have to get involved. In this episode Dave and Dante discuss the importance of n...

In this episode, Dave and Dante hit the topic of fear, shame, and guilt. It's not the first time the Legacy Dads have talked about these three emotions. And it probably won't be the last. When so much damage happens because of actions and behaviors rooted in these emotions, it's important for all of us to continually strive to recognize and react in a way that helps us to lead our families and liv...

We recently posted on the facebook page a question: what is keeping men from being the spiritual leaders that God has called them to be? We got some answers from some listeners and followers and decided to talk through it. Listen in as Dave and Dante discuss the principle of spiritual leadership and some of the challenges that we all face in our discipleship journey. Thanks for the interaction!!

Three days after the Dobbs' decision was released by the Supreme Court of the United States, Anderson and DeSanctis' book "Tearing Us Apart: How Abortion Harms Everything and Solves Nothing" hit the shelves. In their book they describe the fact that there is hope in the ruins of Roe v. Wade. From the description, "Abortion hollows out marriage and the family. It undermines the rule of law and corr...

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances." That's what it says. It doesn't say "separation of church and state." It doesn't say that anywhere in the Constitution of the...

In this episode, Dave and Dante talk about the Monument to the Forefathers, found in Plymouth, Massachusetts. This monument is a testament to what the forefathers and pilgrims thought was fundamental to the founding of a nation: faith, liberty, morality, law, and education. If you ever get a chance, go visit the monument, and relish in the fact that the founders of our wonderful nation put faith a...

In this episode, we are blessed to sit down with author Laura Smith and discuss her new book "Restore My Soul: The Power and Promise of 30 Psalms." The book of Psalms is full of wonderful passages that illuminate the intimate connection we get to have with our Father. Despite the chaos of our busy lives, the Father is frequently whispering to our souls to spend time with Him. As you read Restore M...

In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss the Grid Iron Men's Conference (2022 edition), and the lessons-learned from going to an event like a big men's conference. The conversation transitions to the importance of men not only saying they're Christians and going to church, but living out their faith involved in men's ministry at both the local level and at events like Grid Iron. When a man is invol...