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A Taste of Death May 21, 2017

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The concept of “dying out to self” can be found throughout scripture and it expresses the true essence of the Christian life. God often will bring us into situations that provide us a deeper understanding of truly giving up on our own wants and needs and focusing instead on pouring our lives into furthering the gospel of Christ. In this episode, host Jerrad Lopes discusses his family’s journey into becoming foster parents, the crazy emotions that have come along with their first placement, a 2-year-old little girl, and the insight it has given him into the importance of faithfully leading his family to Jesus by stepping outside his comfort zone and dying to self. When you set aside your own ambition and instead focus on furthering the gospel in your own family “congregation,” you might just change the world! Host: Jerrad Lopes Scripture references: Matthew 16:25 “For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.” James 1:27 “Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.” Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

Risen Motherhood May 15, 2017

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As a husband, have you ever wished you could get a peek behind the veil of your wife’s heart and learn how to love her better? In this episode, Laura Wifler and Emily Jensen, hosts of the Risen Motherhood Podcast, stop by to talk about how husbands can encourage their wives in Godly friendships, walk her through a season of depression, confidently confess sin and overall lead her well. If you are a man that desires to honor and love his wife as Christ loved the church, we know you’ll be encouraged with this interview! Host: Jerrad Lopes Guests: Laura Wifler and Emily Jensen Mentioned during the episode: Gospel-Hope for Postpartum Depression with Lindsey Carlson || Ep. 52, Risen Motherhood Podcast Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

Where You Woke Up May 08, 2017

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The scriptures tell us to go and teach all nations and make them disciples. Many Christians sit back and let others shoulder this commitment, viewing outreach as the responsibility of those in the church who are paid to be ministers. But there is no such thing as a professional Christian. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he discusses how God has called each of us all to be missionaries. From the investment banker to the school janitor, each of us should enter our homes and workplace with the goal of bringing God’s will into that space. Discipleship may look different for each person but one truth remains the same, our designated mission field is wherever we woke up. Host: Jerrad Lopes Scripture references: Matthew 28:19 ESV "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit" Mentioned during the episode: Jeff Vanderstelt, author, speaker and coach and trainer for church planters. Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

When You Don't Feel Close To God May 01, 2017

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Husbands are called to be the spiritual leaders for their family’s but when you don’t feel close to God it can be hard to be the spiritual leader that your wife and kids want you to be. Many Christian men find their relationship with Christ to be a rollercoaster ride of highs and lows. Just as the children of Israel served God with all their heart one minute and built a golden calf to worship the next, our closeness to God at times seems to ebb and flow. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he discusses the ups and downs of a Christian man’s walk. If you are feeling far from God this episode is for you! Host: Jerrad Lopes Scripture references: 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. James 5:16 Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working. Romans 3:27 Then what becomes of our boasting? It is excluded. By what kind of law? By a law of works? No, but by the law of faith. Luke 17:33 Whoever seeks to preserve his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will keep it. Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

They're Watching Apr 24, 2017

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As Christian dads, we aren't trying to raise "moral" kids, we are trying to raise disciples who love Jesus. We are God’s conduit for teaching our children how to live a life pleasing to him but remember actions speak louder than words. Kids are always watching and waiting to see if our words line up with our actions. Teaching our kids is one of the most amazing and important tasks God has given us but it’s not always easy. Join Jerrad Lopes as he offers up three practical ways to point your kids to the love of Jesus through your actions. It’s time to be a more intentional disciple maker with your kids, they are watching. Host: Jerrad Lopes Connect with Dad Tired: • To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. • Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. • Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

Remember These Two Things Apr 17, 2017

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Whatever you're doing today. Don't forget these two truths. First, whatever you find your identity in, it will fail you. As men, it’s easy for us to find our identity in our work instead of in God where it should be. No matter how good or bad you are at something, there is nothing you can do that can make God love or delight in you more. Remember you are fully known and fully loved by God. Second, all the things you hope will fulfill you, will fail you. Chase after your dreams but find satisfaction in Christ alone. Host: Jerrad Lopes Scripture references: Matthew 3:17 "and behold, a voice from heaven said, “This is my beloved Son,[a] with whom I am well pleased.” Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

Anger is Never The First Emotion Apr 09, 2017

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Your family are the most important people in your life. Your love for them knows no limits. But time and time again you find yourself getting angry with them and don’t know why. The first thing to understand is anger is never the first emotion. There is always something else that triggers an angry response. There is a primary emotion that is trying to remain hidden. In this episode, Jerrad Lopes will delve into the underlying causes of anger and challenge us to look deeper. If you have struggled with anger or find yourself reacting in ways you don’t understand, you won’t want to miss this episode! Host: Jerrad Lopes Scripture references: Proverbs 29:25 "The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is safe." Hebrews 13:6 "So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?” Matthew 10:28 "And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell." Galatians 1:10 "For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ." Psalms 118:8 "It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man." Isaiah 51:12 “I, I am he who comforts you; who are you that you are afraid of man who dies, of the son of man who is made like grass," Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

Walmart & Satisfaction Apr 02, 2017

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The biggest question that Christian parent’s ask themselves is, how do we protect our kids from the junk of this world? It’s not easy and nearly impossible to protect our children from all the junk of the world. We can set boundaries to help limit their exposure but more importantly we should take the time to teach them that temptation is sin trying to satisfy our souls in a way only Christ can. In this episode, Jerrad Lopes relays how he and his wife dealt with his young son’s experience of seeing a scantily clad woman on a magazine cover during a trip to Walmart and challenges us as fathers/husbands to create more space for Christ in our own lives by removing temptation. Host: Jerrad Lopes Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

Checkbooks & Calendars Mar 27, 2017

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You can try and convince anyone that you are passionate about Jesus, but your checkbook and calendar always prove what you're most passionate about. What you make the center of your life, will become your treasure; what you value most. We can’t always see when we are following after things that aren’t leading us closer to Jesus but God places people in our lives to help remind us of who we are and what Jesus has done for us. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he discusses making Christ our passion and explores ways to look objectively at our lives with the help of our God-given friends and communities. Host: Jerrad Lopes Mentioned during the episode: You and Me Forever by Francis and Lisa Chan Free audiobook with Audible.com Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men.

You're On The Same Team Mar 19, 2017

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A marriage just starting out often seem close to perfection. But as the trials of life happen and two imperfect people try and build a life together, we as husbands can lose sight of the fact that God has given us a gift in our wives. She was created to be a faithful helper, supporter and partner. Saying you’re on the same team is more than a cliché, and despite feeling at times like you're on different teams, there is a deeper reason why marriages often attract opposite personalities. In this episode, Jerrad Lopes will discuss God’s purpose for marriage and how many of us enter into marriage with the wrong premise that our wives were created to make us happy. If you find yourself struggling against your wife or have allowed bitterness to creep into your marriage, don’t miss this episode! Host: Jerrad Lopes Scripture references: Proverbs 18:22 "He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord." Connect with Dad Tired: To subscribe on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. Leave an iTunes review, this lets us and others know what you think and increases the chance that other dads will find us. Like and Follow Dad Tired on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for updates. Join our Dad Tired closed Facebook group for men who are trying to figure out how to be better disciples, husbands, fathers, and men

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