Growing Fathers Podcast

In this first episode, John Dalrymple talks with Paul Whitt about walking through profound grief after deep personal loss. Paul shares candidly about the pain of sorrow and the healing power of lament—what he calls a “bridge to healing.” Together, they explore how honest lament before God opens the way for comfort, faith, and renewed trust in His goodness, even in the darkest seasons.Article Referenced - https://www.growingfathers.com/when-god-says-no/Paul's Lament Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4UIZLy1ewC3zmBBcHtyhGZ?si=f02d1affa6eb42b9Book Recommendation - Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys by Drew Hunter--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

John and Kristopher discuss how to talk to children about national tragedies, reflecting on the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk and building off of Zach Sparkman’s article where he gives four teaching principles:Acknowledge the reality of sin in our world.Anchor them in the character of God.Teach them that trust in God includes wise actionsEncourage them to pray for those who are affectedArticle Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-talk-with-your-kids-about-national-tragedies/ --------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

Is there one spiritual habit that can fuel every other discipline in your walk with God? In this episode of the Growing Fathers Podcast, John Dalrymple and Kristopher Schaal dive into Andrew Lee’s article “A Habit That Can Change Your Life” and explore the often-overlooked practice of Scripture memory.Together, they discuss:Why memorizing God's Word is more than just a "bonus" disciplineHow memorization fuels Bible reading, prayer, and fighting temptationPractical strategies for dads to lead their families in memorizing ScriptureCreative ways to make Scripture memory a joyful and lasting habit in your homeWhether you’ve never memorized a verse or you’re ready to tackle whole chapters, this episode will encourage and equip you to store up God’s Word in your heart—for your own growth and for thespiritual strength of your family.Links and Resources:A Habit That Can Change Your Life by Andrew LeeThe ONE Thing by Gary Keller and Jay PapasanPraying the Bible by Donald Whitneywww.HisWordinMe.com --------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

"The answers to these six key questions will be the cement of their future lives’ foundation. When children ask these questions, the answers they receive and accept will lead them to either a worldly or a biblical, God-honoring philosophy of life." (Walt Brock)Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/six-questions-our-children-have-that-demand-answers/Articles about authority: - Part 1: https://www.growingfathers.com/dads-and-authority/- Part 2: https://www.growingfathers.com/dads-and-authority-part-2/- Part 3: https://www.growingfathers.com/dads-and-authority-part-3/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

“Enjoy these moments with your kids…the years go by so fast!”As parents, we hear this all the time—but how do we actually make the most of these fleeting years? In this episode, John and Kristopher unpack Walt Brock’s article How to Wisely Use Time as a Dad and explore how God’s Word shapes the way we view time, parenting, and the everyday moments with our kids.Whether you feel like the days are dragging or flying by, this conversation will help you slow down, gain perspective, and invest intentionally in the time God has given you.Resources mentioned in this episode:- How to Wisely Use Time as a Dad by Walt Brock (https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-wisely-use-time-as-a-dad/) - One Year of Dinner Table Devotions and Discussion Starters by Nancy Guthrie(https://tinyurl.com/34sjm47w)- Don’t Waste Your Life by John Piper(https://tinyurl.com/kddwkawz)--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

In Part 2, John and Kris discuss accountability, confession, and dealing with the root of pornography.--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

John and Kris tackle a topic that so many of us struggle with. In part 1 they focus on the problem of lust and the first steps in dealing with lust biblically through loving Jesus.Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-fight-lust-and-love-jesus-part-1/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

John and Kris discuss the dangers of the internet and how we as parents can help our kids stay safe online.Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/protecting-your-teenagers-online/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

John, Kris, and Chris discuss how navigating parenting in a world where technology is everywhere.Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-parent-technology/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

John and Kris share their experience with Youth Sports and the lessons they have learned being involved in Youth Sports. They, also, discuss Zach Sparkman's article, "How to Honor God in Youth Sports."Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-honor-god-in-youth-sports/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

Today, we’re diving into a book that’s been a game-changer for thousands of Christian parents: Shepherding a Child’s Heart by Tedd Tripp. It’s a call to shift from correction to connection—from controlling outward behavior to shaping inner character through the gospel. We’re going to talk about what it really means to shepherd your child’s heart.Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/shepherding-a-childs-heart/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

John and Kris discuss the benefits of creating fun in the home. They, also, give practical advice on how to balance work and leisure.Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/family-fun-gods-way/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

Have you ever been ready to quit? Have you noticed how hard parenting can be? Join John and Bodie as they address exhaustion from a biblical perspective.Article Link: https://www.growingfathers.com/five-biblical-helps-for-exhausted-dads/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

As you watch your child grow and develop, how do you help them find God’s will for their life? How do you set them on the right road that doesn’t just fulfill your own desires for them but helps them accomplish God’s purposes?In this episode, we’re going to discuss 4 guiding principles for finding God’s will (not just our will) for our children.Article Link: https://www.growingfathers.com/finding-gods-will-for-your-children/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

"How do you prepare your heart and your mind before you walk in the door and greet our family at the end of each day?"Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/five-truths-for-the-drive-home/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/#parenting #growingfathers #biblicalteaching

"When it comes to parenting priorities, I think that prayer has got to be at the top of the list. In parenting, we don’t work hard and then pray that God would take it the rest of the way, as if God picks up our slack. Parenting begins each day and ends each day on our knees. I think most Christian dads would agree with me on this…at least in concept, but it doesn’t always play itself out in our prayer life. Perhaps that’s because we don’t actually believe it, or maybe because we don’t know how to pray for our kids" - John DalrympleArticle: https://www.growingfathers.com/jesus-guide-to-praying-for-your-children/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

"In his article “Dads Need to Ask Forgiveness” Joe paints the all too common picture of a dad coming home from a hard day at work and sinning in some way against your kids, and Joe asks the question, How will you respond to your failure?"Join Kris and John as they discuss failure and forgiveness in this episode of the Growing Fathers Podcast.Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/dads-need-to-ask-forgiveness/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/

"Dads need friends. Not football buddies, or golf partners, or even 'family friend' dads you chat with while your kids play in the yard—though all of those could be candidates. You see, we often use the word 'friend' to describe our common-interest acquaintances when what we really need is 'battle brothers' who know our worst and hope in Christ for our best. Christian fathers need the rare treasure of active, godly friendships. Hobbling along in your Christian life without them could be spiritually fatal." Caleb FrenchArticle: https://www.growingfathers.com/the-fatally-friendless-father/Accountability Guide: https://www.growingfathers.com/docs/transparency-questions-growing-fathers.pdf--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/#parenting #growingfathers #biblicalteaching

"What is a Christian family? Is it a family that attends church regularly? Is it a family that prays before each meal and talks about Jesus on occasion? Is it a family that abstains from certain vices or follows a few set principles for life? Is it a family whose children land good jobs and live decent lives? Or is it a family that has family devotions on a fairly consistent basis?"In this episode, John and Kris tackle these questions from John Pate's article "What is a Christian Family?"Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/what-is-a-christian-family/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/#parenting #growingfathers #biblicalteaching

"What’s Best Next [by Matt Perman] was the biggest game changer I have read in a long time. Since reading it, I have beefed up my personal mission statement, written out my life goals, created a personal time map that makes both my work and my rest more productive, added the essential habit of weekly planning, revamped my task lists, and implemented new ways to keep track of my projects."Article: https://www.growingfathers.com/book-review-whats-best-next/Book: https://tinyurl.com/5x5jja3eEmail: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/