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Father On Purpose Podcast

Scott MacLellan: The Peace of Relying on God's Strength

Jan 5, 2024
45:01
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Scott MacLellan, entrepreneur and author, shares his wisdom and insights on relying on God's strength as a husband, father, and Christian. He discusses balancing work and family life, the impact of health challenges on marriage, and the importance of fatherhood in evangelism. The podcast also explores the origin of Scott's book 'The Ancient Ladder' and the flaw of self-reliance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Recognize the need to shift focus from self-reliance to deep personal relationship with God.
  • Embrace love as the foundation for fatherhood, creating a supportive and nurturing environment for children.

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The Journey of Fatherhood and Self-Discovery

In this episode of the Father on Purpose podcast, author Scott McClellan discusses his book 'The Ancient Ladder' and shares insights on the journey of fatherhood and self-discovery. McClellan emphasizes the importance of recognizing our own self-reliance and pride, and the need to shift our focus towards a deep personal relationship with God. He explains the concept of the ancient ladder, which consists of three steps: religious knowledge, the struggle of faith, and the experience of divine personal relationship. McClellan encourages fathers to prioritize their relationship with God and love their children with a selfless and unconditional love.

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