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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Nov 16, 2020 • 36min
Your Last Words To Your Kids (with Blake Brewer)
If you knew your life would end shorter than you wanted it to, what would your last words be to your kids? What would be the thing you wanted to tell them most? In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Blake Brewer, who shares his powerful story of the last words his dad left for him.
Nov 9, 2020 • 1h 3min
1000 Small Steps To Risk-Taking (with Matt Parker)
Matt Parker used to be a youth pastor. Now, he goes undercover around the world to fight against human trafficking. I asked him how he found himself doing such an incredible and risky job, to which he simply replied: “1000 small steps”. If you feel like God might be calling you to more, but can’t imagine what that would look like, maybe the journey starts with 1 of 1000 small steps. In this episode, you’re going to learn how to protect your kids from the dangerous of the internet, how you can be part of something bigger than yourself, and what it looks like to practically join God in giving proper identity to your children.
Nov 2, 2020 • 45min
Developing A Tech Plan For Your Family (with Arlene Pellicane)
When you have a purpose and a plan, technology can be a tool to bring your family closer together. But, left as a default activity, technology as a toy will rob your family of quality time and memories together every time. As you decide what's healthy for your family and articulate a clear media game plan moving forward, your family will thrive within the boundaries you set. In this interview, Arlene Pellicane will share examples of boundaries, help steer you towards what might work best for your family, discuss how to share those boundaries with your kids, and what to do if your kids fight back.
Oct 26, 2020 • 50min
Wild At Heart (with John Eldredge)
If your soul is longing for more adventure, this episode is for you. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he interviews best-selling author, John Eldredge (Wild At Heart). The two discuss what stops Christian dads from stepping into the adventure God has for them, and how we can raise kids who are resilient.
Oct 19, 2020 • 52min
How God's Kindness Leads You To Repentance (with Joe Solecki)
Today host Jerrad Lopes is joined by UFC fighter, and new dad, Joe Solecki. Joe shares his story of how God re-captured his heart and prepared him to be the leader his family desired. Embarking on his new role as a father, Joe reflects back on his journey of being raised in a religious home, but ultimately compelled toward Christ, based on His kindness and grace.
Oct 12, 2020 • 52min
When Your Family Doesn't Fit The Mold (with Ron Deal)
Do you feel like your family doesn’t seem to quite fit the normal Christian mold? Maybe you come from a broken or blended family, or are currently part of one. In today’s episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Ron Deal from Smart Stepfamilies to talk about how your childhood likely impacted your current role as a father and how you can build love together in blended families.
Oct 5, 2020 • 56min
Dad, Your Burden Is Your Blessing (with Vladimir Prokhnevskiy)
We all want our kids to be blessed. But, what if our definition of blessing is different than Jesus'?
Sep 28, 2020 • 31min
Be Honest: Are You The Leader You Want To Be?
Ask yourself these three questions:
1. If you're honest with yourself, are you really committed to being the leader your family needs?
2. Do you have a clear vision of where you are trying to lead them? Something that compels you to get out of bed every morning?
3. Who is holding you to that goal?
In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes will cover these in more depth, as you listen and work to become the husband and father you are called to be.
Sep 21, 2020 • 38min
Dads Who Hear The Voice Of God
We all want to hear from God, but rarely do we make time to listen. It's hard to be a dad who is doing a good job as the spiritual leader of his home, when he doesn't hear where God wants to lead him. Join host Jerrad Lopes as he takes a deeper look into what it practically means to hear the voice of God in a world full of noise.
Sep 14, 2020 • 56min
Giving Your Kids The Space To Bring Up Hard Things (with Jason Houser)
As young Christian dads, it's important to learn from those who have gone ahead of us. In today's episode, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Jason Houser (founder of Seeds Family Worship). Jason shares his struggles, wins, and learnings from decades of marriage and years of parenting as the spiritual leader of his family.
