Exploring the impact of absent fathers on children's identities, the emotional journey of a son's first deer shooting experience, reflections on identity and relationships from a Dad Tired annual retreat, healing from father wounds, and engaging with Empowered Homes for family transformation.
Father's words shape children's identity and self-worth.
Healing past father wounds empowers parenting and relationships.
Deep dives
Samaritan Ministries: A Biblical Approach to Health Care Sharing
Samaritan Ministries provides a biblical, affordable solution for healthcare needs. Members care for each other through prayer and financial support. By aligning health care with faith, members contribute directly to help fellow members with medical bills. This community-driven approach fosters accountability and support among members.
Empowered Homes: Equipping and Supporting Families
Empowered Homes, led by Bobby Cooley, focuses on empowering families through resources and support. Cooley's personal journey influences his work with men and families, offering counseling and guidance. The ministry emphasizes impacting homes through faith-based resources and support initiatives, such as free access to tools for parents.
Understanding Identity and Healing Father Wounds
The discussion delves into the impact of father wounds on identity and emotional well-being. Cooley and his guest explore how father figures shape individuals' perspectives and behaviors. They emphasize the importance of finding validation and identity in God to heal past wounds and lead with strength and grace.
Reflections on Fatherhood and Healing Generational Wounds
The conversation prompts reflection on one's fatherhood journey and the need to break generational cycles. Cooley shares a poignant personal story of receiving affirmation from God, mirroring the fatherly love and pride sought from earthly fathers. Acknowledging past hurts and seeking healing helps individuals become better parents and partners.
In today's epsiode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with Pastor Bobby Cooley to talk about the role of a father speaking identity over their children; and the devasting impacts it can have on a child to not have that.
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