Dad Tired Habits Of The Household: Practicing The Story Of God In Everyday Family Rhythms (with Justin Whitmel Earley)
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Oct 25, 2021 
Justin Whitmel Earley, a best-selling author known for 'Habits of the Household', joins the discussion on crafting meaningful family rhythms. He dives into building community and accountability for fathers, emphasizing the role of routines in combating chaos. Topics like bedtime liturgies and the importance of physical affection reveal their impact on development. Earley also highlights integrating faith into daily moments, embracing messy spiritual practices, and the transformative power of small habits in enriching family life.
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Bedtime Liturgy Origin
- Jerrad Lopes expresses feeling overwhelmed by family chaos and lack of routine.
- Justin Whitmel Earley shares his experience of an overwhelming bedtime routine with his three sons.
Household Habits as Liturgies
- Kids are constantly being shaped and discipled, whether intentionally or not, by the habits of their household.
- These habits, like screen time or busyness, act as liturgies, shaping what we worship.
Examples of Liturgies
- Jerrad Lopes describes a personal habit of checking Twitter upon waking, recognizing its influence on his worldview.
- He also mentions the book "The Liturgy of the Ordinary" and its example of making beds as a spiritual practice.
