the chad bozarth show

In this episode, I talk to Johnny Farr. Listen as he shares the heart behind his new book "Dad, You Got This. Even If...: A Field Guide for Imperfect Fathers to Lead Their Families with Faith, Courage, and Grace"—a no-fluff, actionable guide for dads who feel the call to be spiritual leaders at home but get held back by fear, doubt, insecurity, or past failures.We dive straight in with the hard sell (I bought it in 60 seconds!), then unpack common dad hurdles: the lie of needing to be perfect to lead, "My kids have seen my worst," "I don't know enough Scripture," "It's too late for older kids," or even stepdad doubts. Johnny opens up about his own imperfections as a dad, the fear of his daughters someday reading the book and seeing where he fell short, and how depending on the gospel daily turns shortcomings into powerful modeling of grace—kids learn Jesus through Dad's real failures, not fake perfection.He tells the moving redemption story of leading his 67-year-old dad to Christ on a fishing trip in Canada, his dad's radical life change, and how that new-believer dad challenged him to write this book for men in discipleship cohorts wanting more for their homes. We cover practical dad life: family screen rules (no phones till 15, chargers in common areas, full monitoring), handling exhaustion so your fruit doesn't rot (self-care, discipline, tag-teaming with your wife), generational shifts in dads stepping up (Malachi 4 heart-turning vibes), and why your voice as dad outweighs any church program or youth group.Johnny shares his vision for the ultimate finish line—not just kids knowing Christ, but daily sanctification and coaching them to make disciples themselves before they leave home. He also talks about his work running discipleship cohorts for men (Accountable Men) and how to get involved.A must-listen for imperfect dads feeling the weight of spiritual leadership, those battling perfectionism or "not enough" lies, anyone wanting practical tools to lead family to Christ through real life, and encouragement that God equips the called—even if you're flawed. Grab the book on Amazon today—it's straight coaching for leading with faith, courage, and grace.

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Scot Keen, Instructor of Bible Exposition at Dallas Theological Seminary. Listen as he shares his journey from growing up in southeast Kentucky—nominal church goer, losing his dad at 15 to a brain aneurysm, then drugs and partying—to finding Jesus on a Florida beach through a gospel tract and Christian friends, sparking a deep hunger for God’s Word that led to ministry, Bible college, missions, and recently finishing his PhD at Dallas Theological Seminary.We cover his intense PhD experience (theological languages, walking 48 miles a week memorizing Scripture for comps, 125k-word dissertation just approved), his testimony, teaching at Ethnos360 Bible Institute for over 20 years, and why the Bible is one unified grand narrative.He walks through the Story of Scripture: God’s original plan for humanity as image-bearers (Genesis 1–2), the fall and serpent conflict (Genesis 3), the seed promise of a coming Deliverer, building through Abraham, Israel, David’s line, the prophets, and finding its fulfillment in Jesus as the promised Seed and King. We also hit literary structure, how books connect across the Bible, why Old Testament context matters for missions and translation, and how seeing the big picture changes everything (no more random verse-picking).A must-listen for anyone wanting the Bible’s overarching story, DTS folks, biblical theology fans, or powerful redemption testimonies.Resources:Free Grand Narrative course: https://learn.e360bible.org/courses/grand-narrative-of-scriptureDr. Keen at DTS: https://www.dts.edu/employee/wiley-keenTeach Me The Bible podcast with Dr. David Klingler (chapter-by-chapter Bible teaching):Website: https://teachmethebible.com/podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teach-me-the-bible/id1565986757Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5poVyWPw9CqTWzMWfyZ31MThe Biblical Story: https://thebiblicalstory.orgBooks mentioned:"Living God's Word: Discovering Our Place in the Great Story of Scripture" by J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays"The Drama of Scripture: Finding Our Place in the Biblical Story" by Craig G. Bartholomew and Michael W. Goheen"Torah Story: An Apprenticeship on the Pentateuch (Second Edition)" by Gary Edward Schnittjer"Thy Kingdom Come: Tracing God's Kingdom Program and Covenant Promises Throughout History" by J. Dwight Pentecost"The Greatness of the Kingdom: An Inductive Study of the Kingdom of God" by Alva J. McClain

In this episode, I talk to Adam Bostic. Listen as he shares his journey from responding to God's call at age 13, serving as a youth pastor, training at Christ for the Nations, and stepping into full-time missions in the Amazon jungle of Peru. He now oversees short-term outreaches and global missions training back at CFNI in Dallas.We explore his dramatic calling when God's presence fell like a ton of bricks upon landing in the jungle, scouting trips that broke his wife's heart in the slums of Belén (Bethlehem), buying one-way tickets with no guaranteed housing, living in the back of a barn with a tree growing through the floor, tarantulas, snakes, rats, and a rain poncho as sheets, while raising their young son in a hammock for protection.Adam opens up about the high missionary failure rate (50-80% worldwide and in his area), the grace God provides for extreme conditions, why proper training and expectations prevent burnout, prioritizing family day (Fridays off for pool time and games), envelope budgeting to protect kids from sacrificial over-giving, embracing separation from extended family traditions, staying focused on a clear vision list (Bible school, children's ministry, church planting, hosting teams), measuring real impact (launching 100+ pastors and missionaries), and the life-changing power of short-term missions trips (boosting long-term response from 2% to 25%).He describes his current role at Christ for the Nations—leading short-term outreaches (including family teams to Peru in July), teaching in the Global Missions Major, and preparing students called to the nations—while still supporting ongoing work in the Amazon jungle.A must-listen for missionary testimonies, jungle life realities, overcoming hardship with God's grace, family-first ministry in hard places, the value of short-term trips, and encouragement for anyone (young or retired) feeling called to missions—start by joining a solid sending organization!

In this episode, I talk to The Venerable Canon Justin Murff. Listen as he shares his journey from 18 years as a Southern Baptist—serving in a charismatic-leaning church, leading college ministry, working at a large Dallas church, and doing overseas missions focused on reaching people from the Middle East in Europe—to becoming an Anglican priest and Canon for the Middle East and North Africa with ACNA and Global Affairs with GAFCON.We explore his growing attraction to historic liturgy, apostolic succession from St. Peter, the real presence in the Eucharist that shifted his understanding during communion, rich baptismal services that felt like community revivals, and Anglicanism as the beautiful intersection of charismatic, evangelical, Catholic, and Orthodox traditions.Justin opens up about lost friendships and relationships after leaving Baptist circles, powerful Holy Spirit encounters (healings, tongues, miraculous moments, and salvations as a Baptist missionary), and the urgent need for Christians to collaborate across denominations—especially in the persecuted churches of the Middle East facing church burnings, assassinations, and apostasy laws—while emphasizing humility, a broader global perspective, and unwavering fidelity to Scripture.He describes his unconventional priestly role ministering to bishops and archbishops around the world, bridging churches, NGOs, and governments, and recommends resources like Prayercast (daily nation-by-nation prayers), Mission Network News, "The Anglican Way" by Thomas McKenzie, and "Church History in Plain Language" by Bruce Shelley.A must-listen for Baptist-to-Anglican testimonies, understanding the draw of liturgy over modern worship, the ongoing gifts of the Holy Spirit, Christian unity beyond borders, and standing firm amid global persecution.Check out my interview with Justin's Wife: https://youtu.be/DyIKATPNOBw?si=53eJw-z2DYaOaLmI

In this episode, I talk to Natasha Schedrivaya. Listen as she shares her journey from growing up atheist in the Soviet Union—military base moves, communist indoctrination, no knowledge of God—to finding Jesus through a friend's miracle healing, a smuggled magazine, and a Bible from America that revealed profound truth.We explore Russian winters, breaking free from atheism, accepting Christ, leading her parents to faith, and advice for skeptics: keep asking about life's meaning—God meets sincere seekers.She shares why America's Christian roots resist communism and why the church needs to preach the true Gospel boldly. Natasha also describes her ministry outreach to remote Russian villages and ethnic groups (especially in forest areas and above the Arctic Circle, where people live in poverty and have little exposure to the Gospel), planting small home churches for real discipleship through relationships, providing practical help like truckloads of firewood for heating homes (since most villages lack gas) and school supplies for children, and sowing seeds of truth among generous, open-hearted village people she calls the "real treasures" of Russia.A must-listen for redemption testimonies, faith under communism, reaching atheists, or God's power through simple seeds.Natasha is a WMA Associate Missionary: https://www.worldmissionsadvance.org/natalia-schedrivaya

In this episode, I talk to my longtime friend, Mary Zook. Listen as she shares her journey from growing up Mennonite with Amish roots (her dad was shunned by the Pennsylvania Amish community and Pennsylvania Dutch was her first language) to becoming a Dean at a Bible College, to helping launch a worship ministry, and then, in 2019, becoming a Dallas luxury realtor who lists multi-million-dollar homes. We talk about Amish shunning, finding real faith after rejecting religion, how worship songs actually make money, the wild pivot into high-end real estate, and the one simple rule she follows before every big life change. A must-listen if you love Amish stories, redemption testimonies, worship music history, or luxury real estate.

In this episode, I talk to Pastor Scott Hinkle, a Jewish man from the Jersey Shore who became a full-blown heroin addict, left the state to avoid prison, and then, in one ordinary day in rural Kansas, had his life completely changed by Jesus. Listen as Scott tells the raw details of how a rock-musician-turned-evangelist bought him a hamburger and a Coke, opened a Bible, and watched God instantly set a hopeless junkie free by the power of the Gospel. Within 90 minutes of getting saved, Scott was already on the street telling total strangers, “I don’t have to do drugs anymore!”For the last 45+ years, this self-confessed introvert has become one of America’s most fearless street preachers, leading massive outreaches on Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras, taking teams into the darkest corners of cities worldwide, and proving that light shines brightest where it’s darkest.Check out: https://scotthinkle.orghttps://youtu.be/m4T1BIcVE3M?si=KsuqhuUGaX4NKW8Q

In this episode, I talk to Texas indie filmmaker, Jeff Hamm, director of the Christmas comedy, "Porch Pirates," the upcoming sports comedy, "Pickleball," and the Christmas horror film, "Santa’s List." Listen as this former Christian rock frontman and church creative director shares how he went from leading worship and shooting silly youth-group videos to winning Best Director and Best Film at the prestigious 168 Film Festival (while wearing jeans and a red plaid shirt), launching his company Red Plaid Films, and now making feature films. We go deep on the real indie grind: 40+ script drafts, self-distribution nightmares, shooting a Christmas horror movie in Texas summer heat, why originality is dying in big studios, his honest take on AI in low-budget VFX, and the miracle it takes to actually finish and release a movie in today’s world.If you’ve ever wanted to know what it really takes to go from script to screen as an independent filmmaker, this is the conversation.Check out: https://www.redplaidfilms.comhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm8160826/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Johnny Moffitt, legendary prison minister, founder of a life-changing boys ranch, and a man who has preached the Gospel in over 2,000 prisons across 35 U.S. states and 27 countries worldwide. Listen as this former motorcycle club officer shares his explosive 1971 salvation during the Jesus Movement, how he ran to the altar with a .38 pistol in his boot, got baptized in the Holy Spirit and called to preach in five minutes, and then spent the next 47+ years taking the hope of Jesus into places like San Quentin, Attica, and prisons all over the world. Hear the wild stories of starting a multi-million-dollar children’s ranch with no money, moving to Georgia with $100 and a pregnant wife, and watching God drop Texas prison recidivism from 76% to 16% through faith-based programs, marriage seminars, and other programs. At 53 years of marriage and still going strong, Dr. Johnny reveals the raw secrets to lasting love and how to hear God’s voice when He simply says, “Do the next thing I put in front of you.”A must-listen for anyone who loves radical redemption stories, the Jesus Movement, prison ministry, marriage restoration, or proof that God still calls the most unlikely people to do the impossible!Check out: https://www.wviw.com

In this episode, I talk to my longtime friend, Email Asante. We mix it up a bit and Email interviews me (Chad). Listen as a dad of three (me) gets brutally honest about his years-long battle with severe anxiety and panic attacks. He opens up about waking up gasping for air, losing dangerous amounts of weight, and the terrifying nights when he thought his heart was stopping. We talk about the one mindset shift (“If I die, I die”) that finally broke anxiety’s grip, how fatherhood unexpectedly lowered his anxiety, and what actually helped (faith, nutrition, counseling, and some surprising books). We also laugh about raising little kids, nostalgia for Blockbuster and VHS rewinders, and trying to live phone-free in 2025. Raw, hopeful, and zero fluff, this is the conversation every dad who’s ever felt overwhelmed needs to hear.Books mentioned:"Soar: The Breakthrough Treatment For Fear Of Flying" by Tom Bunn"God in the Dark: The Assurance of Faith Beyond a Shadow of Doubt" by Os Guinness"A Grief Observed" by C.S. Lewis"Grieving: Your Path Back to Peace" by James White

In this episode, I talk to my old friend, Tim Taylor. Listen as he shares his journey from joining the Army at 17, serving in the 101st Airborne, to founding Tri-County Veterans Support Network. After a near-fatal truck accident, he started a nonprofit providing housing, emergency hotel stays, and crisis resources for Charleston-area veterans. Discover veteran transition challenges, military life lessons, faith-driven purpose, and how to support homeless vets. Check out: https://www.tcvsn.orghttps://www.facebook.com/TCVSN

In this episode, I talk to my friend, Beth Thomson, a missionary in El Salvador. Listen as she recounts her journey from a youth trip vision, to a one-way ticket to El Salvador (without knowing Spanish). Hear how she left her life in the United States behind, launched an anti-gang Kids Club uniting kids from rival territories, and rescued teens from 3rd grade at 17 to 7th grade in under two years. Plus, get honest advice on flexibility in ministry, why obedience beats comfort, and the joy of seeing God change generations. A must-listen for anyone inspired by radical faith, child sponsorship, missions in tough places, and God’s disruptive grace!Beth Thomson is a WMA Associate Missionary: https://www.worldmissionsadvance.org/thomson

In this episode, I talk to my friend, David Salas, a French-born believer now raising a family in Texas. Listen as he recounts his journey from a homeschooled kid in secular France, to a foster dad who opened his home the day after certification. Discover raw stories of growing up in a culture that labels evangelicalism a “cult,” meeting his wife on mission in Mexico, and the 11 p.m. call that brought a 6-month-old in only a onesie (now their adopted daughter). Hear how they got into fostering plus honest advice on sprinting vs. marathoning in ministry, why “everybody can do something” for orphans, and the joy of seeing God turn brokenness into light. A must-listen for anyone inspired by cross-cultural faith, foster care, pro-life action, and God’s relentless grace!Check out "Everyone Can Do Something: A Field Guide for Strategically Rallying Your Church Around the Orphaned and Vulnerable" by Jason Johnson.Check out Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot

In this episode, I talk to my 99-year-old Grandma Verle Bozarth. Listen as she recounts her journey from a Depression-era farm girl in Shirley, Illinois, to a faithful wife, mother of five, and still-driving grandma with sharp vision and hearing. Discover nostalgic tales of Route 66 childhood games, first sparks with Grandpa Bob, one-room schoolhouses, TV's exciting arrival, family tragedies, and her life-changing salvation at a James Drush revival. Hear her wisdom on walking with the Lord, raising a family in faith, losing her husband after 64 years, and thriving at 99 with joy and purpose. Stick around to the end for some joyful hymns sung from the heart! A must-listen for anyone inspired by longevity, faith, family legacy, and God's enduring blessings!

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Jeffrey Seif, pastor, professor, longtime police officer, and PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge's Institute of Criminology. Listen as we explore his extraordinary journey from a hippie in San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury to a life of service in ministry, law enforcement, and advanced academic research. Discover how he balances pastoring and teaching with his rigorous part-time PhD studies, focusing on improving ethics in police training through extensive data analysis. Hear his insights on maintaining a disciplined daily schedule to juggle multiple roles. A must-listen for anyone inspired by faith, resilience, and purpose-driven careers!Watch this brief testimony from Dr. Seif: https://youtu.be/zxTKjk3TvQU?si=c82yb1pz-OEBo-gLBiography (Source: https://shalomdallas.org/dr-jeffrey-seif)Jeffrey L. Seif was born into a German-Jewish family on 9 November 1955. He was raised in a typical American Jewish household, save the fact that he was sent off to go to school in a Yeshiva—an Orthodox Jewish training school. Though raised with a “traditional” Jewish upbringing, Jeff eventually came to a saving faith in Jesus, subsequent to which he experienced a “call” into vocational Gospel ministry. Jeff eventually went to school to prepare for the ministerial vocation, taking studies at the Moody Bible Institute, Trinity College, the Graduate Theological Foundation and then the theological Seminary at Southern Methodist University, where he took both a master’s degree and doctorate. Jeff served as a missionary with the American Board of Missions to the Jews, and has served as a theology ministry professor for twenty-seven years and served as the project manager of a new joint-venture, Messianic Jewish Bible translation. Jeff is also experienced in television, radio and  more. Jeff has appeared in over 120 TV programs, shot mostly in Israel.Seif has written many books and articles, most recently To the Ends of the Earth and TLV Psalms: Hope and Healing from the Hebrew Scriptures. Jeff has considerable pastoral experience.Additionally, Jeff is a proud graduate of the North Texas Regional Police Academy, holds an active police commission, and serves part-time in both the patrol and detective divisions of a Dallas County police department where he also serves as a police chaplain. Dr. Seif keeps active, traveling and ministering in various foreign countries and American cities. When not working in his various ministerial capacities, Jeff enjoys running, weight lifting and ballroom dancing with his wife. Till recently, Jeff was married for twenty-nine years to Patricia Lynn Seif, formerly a school counselor/psychologist. They raised two sons: Jacob and Zack. Pat died of Ovarian Cancer, and Jeff subsequently married Dr. Barri Cae Mallin, herself a Jewish believer in Yeshua/Jesus.

In this episode, I talk to my old friend who would like to remain anonymous. Listen as he shares about his decision to ditch social media and embrace a simpler, more intentional life. Discover practical tips for disconnecting from digital noise, his memories of growing up under communism, and how he balances tech-savviness with a minimalist lifestyle. We also discuss video games, conspiracy theories, physical media, and coming to the USA as an immigrant. Packed with heartfelt stories and practical insights, this is a must-listen for anyone passionate about digital detox, retro gaming, or living intentionally!

In this episode, I talk to Michael Lusk, host of @Deep.Wells.Podcast and author of "Patricius" a historical novel about St. Patrick. Listen as we discuss the real St. Patrick, mastering language acquisition for Spanish, French, and more, and tackling existential questions like the meaning of life. Discover insights on Christian history, apologetics, and global evangelism. A must-listen for history buffs and truth seekers!Check out: https://www.vanguardevangelism.com

In this episode, I talk to Jason Holland, President of Joshua Nations, which is an organization that exists to disciple and equip the Body of Christ to take ownership of the Great Commission in their nations first, and then to reach close proximity people groups in neighboring nations. Jason has traveled to 84 nations. Listen as Jason shares his journey from Christ for the Nations to leading a worldwide mission equipping indigenous leaders. Discover how he balances theological differences and pursues his goal to complete the Great Commission in our lifetime. Packed with heartfelt stories and practical insights, this is a must-listen for anyone passionate about podcasting, missions, or global leadership! Don't miss his insight on being content!Check out https://joshuanations.org

In this episode, I talk to Dorie McLemore, a Christian stand-up comedian who's been bringing joy and laughter to audiences for over 19 years. Listen as Dorie shares how she went from grocery store cashier to performing on stages across the country, including her Dry Bar Comedy Special. From bombing at Six Flags to finding her calling, Dorie’s journey is packed with laughter and inspiration! Discover how she navigates the comedy world as a Christian, her tips for aspiring comedians, and the heartwarming story behind her book, "Hope Looks Good on You!: A Comedian's Joy-inducing Daily Devotional for Women." Packed with hilarious anecdotes and heartfelt insights, this is a must-listen for comedy fans and aspiring comedians alike!Check out: https://www.doriecomedy.com

In this episode, I talk to Makenna McLemore, a missionary passionate about transforming maternal healthcare worldwide. From her calling at 16 to her work in Burundi, the Dominican Republic, and Guinea-Bissau, Makenna shares her journey of supporting mothers and families in crisis. Learn the difference between a midwife and a doula, how she navigates cultural challenges in global healthcare, and her advice for young people pursuing a similar path. Discover how faith and compassion drive her mission to combat the global maternal healthcare crisis.Makenna is a WMA Associate Missionary: https://www.worldmissionsadvance.org/makennamclemore