Abba Father

In this episode we discuss Dads at Work with Don Saucier:Balancing work-life and home lifeThe role of Christian Dads in the workplaceThe role of provider Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Resources mentioned in the podcast:BEMA podcastYou can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast 

In this episode we discuss the Sabbath and rest:Suffering and PainDo Children experience suffering? How God comforts usHow we comfort our childrenCan't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Resources mentioned in the podcast:RVL-Walking with God in the Desert - The PathRVL- Walking with God in the Desert - Shade You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast 

In this episode we discuss the Sabbath and rest:How we interpret rest and SabbathWhat the Bible says about restHow to shape our children in ways that promote rest  Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Resources mentioned in the podcast:https://www.bemadiscipleship.com https://www.amazon.com/Unseen-Realm-Recovering-Supernatural-Worldview/dp/1577995562https://www.samstorms.org/all-articles/post/rest-hebrews-41-11You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast 

In this special live episode recording in the U.P. of Michigan:1 Samuel 2:27-4:22Eli's story in 1 Samuel and what it means for dad  Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast 

In this episode:We get a little nerdy reviewing Dr. John Barclay's work on Paul's perspective of Grace. Karis=Gift/GraceGod's gift giving character: Extravagant, gives first, is all He gives, gives regardless of worth, gift produces a desired response, gift not given with regard to the response.How do we give gifts to our kids in a way that is similar to God's? Won't we spoil our kids if they get gifts all the time? Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources for this podcasthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oul6_y-Yoeg&ab_channel=Seedbedhttps://www.booksataglance.com/book-reviews/paul-gift-john-m-g-barclay/https://podcast.cranmerhall.com/231001/996131-john-barclay-how-should-god-s-gift-shape-the-church?play=truehttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802874614/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=thebi092-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0802874614&linkId=df0dae9ab697f447f3a73780bed9e54eAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast 

In this episode:Brando's Story." The little space cadet"What is impatience and what does the Bible say about it? How does God help us in our impatience?Is impatience an expression of our lack of belief? What should we do when we feel impatient? What should we do when our kids are impatient? Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources for this podcastSong: I Wait For The Lord Artist: Jeremy Camphttps://youtu.be/fnSZUqkOUlcpodcast Cameron mentioned:The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast - Season 4 Episode 8: Jonathan PageauAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast 

In this episode:Matt's StoryWhat behaviors and accomplishments do we praise our children for? What does being a successful dad look like? Is it our view, God's view, the world's view? How does God praise our behaviors and accomplishments? What are the most imprtant behaviors that we exhibit, in God's eyes? What the competing behaviors of the world that are praised? Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcastBlog on False Prophets (mentioned in Can't Let it go)Brando's new songAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else. 

In this episode:Special Guest Ian Lahlum shares a story about anxiety and being a fatherThe difference between emotional anxiety and mental health problemIs anxiety wrong? How do we comfort our children in their own anxieties?When does anxiety cross the line from a spiritual and emotional battle to a mental health disorder? Ian shares some tips for his own journey through anxiety and combating toxic thoughtsCan't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcastGentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone MadSilicon Boon Switch App (apple)One-Minute App (Apple)About the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else. 

In this episode:Matt shares a story about using shame as a tool and feeling shame as a fatherThe difference between shame and guiltWhere does conviction fall in? How to promote a standard without causing shameCan't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcasthttps://www.desiringgod.org/messages/battling-the-unbelief-of-misplaced-shamehttps://www.desiringgod.org/articles/breaking-the-power-of-shamehttps://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/difference-between-guilt-shame/https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-things-you-should-know-about-shame/About the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else. 

In this episode:Brando shares a story about angerOverview of John Piper Article on Killing AngerSurvey of scripture Can we have righteous anger? Journey to Gentleness contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcast- https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/killing-anger/- https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/doubt-your-own-angerAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else.Music Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperIrresistible - Switch WorshipSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/abbafather)

In this episode:We hear a story from Dustin Comer He has two older adopted boys from ColombiaWe discuss when our kids don't want to spend time with usCan't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else.Music Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperIrresistible - Switch Worship

In this episode:Talking with our kids about coronavirus, suffering, sickness, and God's wordApplication for having grounded non-sensational talks Can't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Resources mentioned in this episode:(Book and Audiobook)Coronavirus and Christ by John Piper (https://www.desiringgod.org/books/coronavirus-and-christ) You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else.Music Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperIrresistible - Switch WorshipSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/abbafather)

In this episode:Exploring some of the Old Testament stories with our kidsReorienting our hearts and eyes to see Christ in the Old TestamentCoronavirus! contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples.You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Resources mentioned in this episode:(Book) Jesus Storybook Bible - Sally Lloyd JonesJesus Unmasked - Todd Friel(Music) The Unfolding - Timothy BrindleJesus Kid - Shai Linne(Podcasts) The Bible Project(Online Articles)David, Goliath, and You? Dare to Be a Daniel?Solomon's Sin and Our SinYou can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else.Support us at patreon.com/abbafatherMusic Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperIrresistible - Switch Worship

In this episode:Our examples of our kids working through the topic of deathan article about 5 ways to talk about death with childrenCaptain Americacontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Links mentioned in this podcast:https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/5-ways-talk-to-your-children-about-death/ https://www.peterkgreer.com/rooting-for-rivals/ You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. If you become a patreon subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else. Support us at patreon.com/abbafatherMusic Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperSymphony - Switch Worship

In this episode:Consequences and Follow ThroughGod's Covenant FaithfulnessKeeping Promises with our Kidscontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.Resources:Video mentioned by Cameron in "Can't Let it Go"You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. We are busy dads with tight budgets like you and your support will help us keep making quality content. If you become a subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else. Support us at patreon.com/abbafatherMusic Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperLimit 70 - Kevin Macleod

Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent.In this episode:How to talk to your kiddos about sinHow our heavenly Father treats our sinHow our biblical understanding of sin and redemption informs how we treat our childrencontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com(0:44 Matt's Story)(3:50 Brando's Story)(7:00 Cameron's Story)(8:50 Zoom out - Isaiah 59 Reading and discussion)(25:40 Zoom In Application to real world parenting)(30:00 "Can't let it go")(38:25 Outro)Resources mentioned in the podcast:John Mark McMillan "Pilgrim"The Bible Project Podcast - Sabbath Series You can connect with a like-minded community @ facebook.com/abbafatherpodcast . Also please take 30 seconds to rate and review us wherever you get your podcast. If you find yourself applying or sharing anything we discussed today, please support us. We are busy dads with tight budgets like you and your support will help us keep making quality content. If you become a subscriber, you can also have your own stories and wisdom discussed on our podcast, potentially become a guest, and you can help vote on future content and see bonus content not available anywhere else. Support us at patreon.com/abbafather or click the link in the show notes. And remember dads, Romans 8:15  “you did not receive a spirit of slavery to fall back into fear. Instead, you received the Spirit of adoption, by whom we cry out, “Abba Father!” Music Credit:Scream His Name - Hear the HelperLimit 70 - Kevin Macleod

Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comOn it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a parent. Bios:Matt - nurse, children’s book author. Married since 2011 and had our daughter Quest in 2015. Cameron: Associate Pastor. Married to Jodi since 2011. Two sons, Lukas (4) and Levi (7 mo.) Brando: Pastor of Worship and Discipleship, theology nerd, Married to Marianne since 2010. Father to Asher (6), Ella (4), and Gideon (1).Music Credits:Limit 70 by Kevin Macleod