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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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.
Sep 7, 2020 • 53min
You're Asking The Wrong Question (with comedian Michael Jr.)
In today's episode of Dad Tired, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by comedian Michael Jr. to talk about a single question that could radically change your perspective as a husband, father, and disciple. Michael Jr. will bring encourage and likely touch the heart strings with this captivating interview.
Aug 31, 2020 • 58min
Should Christian Dads Be Preppers? (with Ethan Saunders)
Should Christian dads be prepping? Does God even care, and what does the Bible have to say about it? Whether it's a natural disaster, economic crash, or a terrorist attack; should Christian dads prepare to take care of their family?
Aug 24, 2020 • 27min
A Dad Who Picks Up His Cross. Again.
It's hard to lead your family toward a God that you don't currently feel close to. In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes encourages you to ask one of the most important questions you can ask yourself this week as a dad and follower of Jesus.
Aug 17, 2020 • 58min
Submitting All Your Plans To God's Will (with UFC Fighter Beneil Dariush)
In today's episode, Jerrad Lopes is joined by UFC star Beneil Dariush. Coming off a 5-fight win-streak, Beneil shares: how he began his career in Mixed Martial Arts, how winning became his god, his ultimate surrender to Christ, and his plans to become a missionary after retirement. Beneil's story will no doubt inspire you to submit your plans to Jesus and strive to live a life of obedience.
Aug 10, 2020 • 30min
Does God Care If I Exercise Or Not? #DadBod
Should we as Christian dads exercise? Does God actually care about our physical health? Does that Bible say anything about this topic, and does it effect the way I lead my family? Host Jerrad Lopes discusses all these topics on today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast.
Aug 3, 2020 • 22min
Delight Before Instruction
Is it possible that our kids will miss out on our wisdom and instruction because they never felt like they were delighted in? In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he shares the subtle dangers of not delighting in our children and the ramifications that come with it.
