Has one of your kids ever been interested in something you didn't enjoy? Jim Daly speaks with Gary Thomas about learning to appreciate things our kids like. Plus, John and Danny discuss why it's good to sacrifice some of our own interests for our kids' sake. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast, or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book "Sacred Parenting" for your donation of any amount!   Parenting Resource Page   The Divine in the Daily Grind   The Fatherhood Mandate    Listen Anytime   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Every marriage will face disaster. Illness or cancer. Job loss or financial burdens. Addiction. Anxiety. Infidelity. Loss of faith. It's not a question of if your marriage will face trials. It's a question of when. Whether you've been married for five years or fifty, your marriage will either become part of the problem or part of the solution, and it's within your power to ensure your marriage is prepared for those seasons, is a place of refuge and safety throughout those seasons, and can recover well after those seasons. In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with best-selling author Gary Thomas (Sacred Marriage) to talk through how to build a marriage that can withstand life's many storms.Podcast Discussion Questions for your Meet Up Group:* Do you look at your marriage as something that draws you closer to God?* What if you looked at and leaned into your marriage as a place where God is challenging you and showing you weaknesses in your character?* Is there some characteristic/attitude that you have in your life outside of the home that you need to check to connect with your family at home.* What are you chasing after to make you happy? Is it the kingdom of God? (Matt. 6:33)* Are you trying to turn your wife into a “love me how I want to be loved machine?” Or do you want to treat your wife like Christ who came not to be served but to serve.* Are you spiritually healthy enough to handle life when the storm hits? Will your marriage be a refuge or part of the problem.* Are you training your brain to escape the pain and pressure in your life today, that may only get worse when the storm comes?Questions from Jerrad and Gary* What is Gods agenda for my marriage? * What if your wife needs joy today in what she is doing? * Do I expect my wife/kids to exist for me? Or am I here to serve them and love them and help them grow?* How can you cherish your wife if you are living in terror of her finding you out? * What does your spiritual life look like outside of you wife? Are you relying on your wife’s relationship with Jesus?Find a Dad Tired community near you: https://www.dadtired.com/meetup.htmlJoin the online Dad Tired community: https://connect.dadtired.comDo you believe in the Dad Tired ministry? Partner with us here: https://www.dadtired.com/give.html

Gary Thomas, a minister and author, shares valuable insights on building resilient, God-honoring marriages. He discusses real-life stories from his new book that highlight overcoming challenges like illness, grief, and cultural disagreements. Thomas emphasizes the importance of faith and emotional connection during difficult times. He also offers practical steps for couples facing life transitions, ultimately illustrating how unity and kindness can strengthen relationships. Tune in for wisdom on fortifying your marriage against life's storms!

Author, minister, Gary Thomas, discusses working through a 'tired' marriage, navigating different seasons of marriage life, and insights from being a parent of adult kids. Topics include marriage challenges, faith, criticism, and passing down faith within a family. He also touches on reframing gender roles in relationships and innovative shaving solutions.

Gary Thomas, theologian and marriage author, discusses differences between men and women for better sexual pleasure. Learn how to engage the senses and understand 'simmering' for enhanced desire. Discover tips on addressing pain, catering to desires, and navigating boundaries in sexual relationships.