Dad Tired
Jerrad Lopes
You’re tired.
Not just physically; though yeah, that too.
You’re tired in your bones. In your soul.
Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold.
Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing.
Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger.
Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well.
Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded:
You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about coming home.
Not just physically; though yeah, that too.
You’re tired in your bones. In your soul.
Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold.
Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing.
Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger.
Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well.
Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded:
You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about coming home.
Episodes
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Mar 14, 2022 • 39min
Should Your Work Be Fulfilling? (with Jordan Raynor)
What if our fulfillment wasn't the primary purpose of our work? Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with best-selling author Jordan Raynor to talk about what God had in mind when he created us for work.
Mar 7, 2022 • 33min
Praying With Your Wife & Kids (with Melissa & Michael Kruger)
In today's episode of the Dad Tired Podcast, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with best-selling authors Melissa and Michael Kruger to discuss practical ways to build healthy prayer routines in your family.
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Feb 28, 2022 • 46min
Misreading Scripture With Western Eyes (with Randy Richards)
Randy Richards, a professor and author of 'Misreading Scripture With Western Eyes', dives deep into how cultural lenses shape our understanding of the Bible. He discusses the pitfalls of personalizing God through individual experience, emphasizing the need for a broader cultural context. The conversation touches on forgiveness perspectives across cultures, the importance of family legacy, and fostering community in faith. Richards also shares insights on choosing study Bibles and navigating translations for better understanding, urging listeners to engage authentically with scripture.
Feb 21, 2022 • 47min
Fight For Us: Win Back The Marriage God Intends For You (with Chad Robichaux)
In possibly the most riveting interview to date, host Jerrad Lopes sits down with former Force Recon Marine to talk about his multiple Afghan deployments, his rise to MMA super stardom, his battle with PTSD and how all of it almost cost him marriage and family.
Feb 14, 2022 • 44min
Parenting In An Age Of Relative Truth (with John Cooper)
Jerrad sits down with Skillet lead singer, John Cooper, to talk homeschooling, social media and the rise of relative truth in 2022.
Feb 7, 2022 • 43min
Making Sense Of Your Vocation (with Gordon T. Smith)
How do you know when to keep being faithful at your current job, and when to start looking for something new. What does the Bible the Bible say about work and vocation? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes tackles that question with author and theologian Gordon T. Smith.
Jan 31, 2022 • 33min
Decluttering The Family Life (with Joshua Becker)
Is it possible that we can live such cluttered lives, that it actually impacts our relationship with Jesus? Can your cluttered space lead to a cluttered mind? Join host Jerrad Lopes as he sits down with minimalism expert Joshua Becker (becomingminimalist.com) to talk about how a man can lead his family better by decluttering his whole life.
Jan 24, 2022 • 40min
Community: Why Most Men Need It, Some Hate It & Few Find It (with Justin Camp)
On today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, Jerrad sits down with author Justin Camp to talk about community and why it's so rare.
Jan 17, 2022 • 48min
It's Not Too Late To Make The Right Turn (with Michael Phillips)
On today's episode, Jerrad sits down to hear the story of Michael Phillips. Michael's life was flipped upside down when his father unexpectedly died, which led to a series of devastating life decisions.
Jan 10, 2022 • 59min
Creating A Family Of Peace (with Casey Parker)
How do people feel after interacting with you and your family? Do they walk away feeling different; like they've experienced the Kingdom of God? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by his best friend Casey Parker to talk about what it looks like to create a family culture that looks and feels different than the rest of the world.
