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Dad Tired

Jerrad Lopesdadtired.com
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.
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Episodes

Not Creating A 'Dad Wound' in Your Children (with Leila Lopes)

The majority of men walk around with a "dad wound"; some kind of hurt that was creating by their father. Most of these wounds originate from the words, actions, or absence of their father. Is it possible to heal from these wounds? And, how to we not create them in our own children as Christian dads?

Nov 18, 201945 minEp. 176

Protecting Your Kids From Porn (with Kristen Jenson)

Kristen Jenson, best selling author of "Good Pictures, Bad Pictures" joins host Jerrad Lopes to talk about how we as parents can protect our children from pornography, and what to do if they have been exposed.

Nov 11, 201942 minEp. 175

How To Know If You're Maturing in Faith

How do you know if you're growing as a mature believer in Christ? How do you know if your kids are? Do you have a game-plan for helping your kids grow in discipleship? In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about what it looks like to know where you and your kids are in your discipleship journey, and how to continue to mature in Christ.

Nov 04, 201935 minEp. 174

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry (with John Mark Comer)

John Mark Comer says that some of his worst moments as a husband and father are when he is in a hurry. Can you relate? When you are living a life that is busy and rushed, are you loving those around you like Jesus would, or are you short-tempered, frustrated, and annoyed? In this episode you'll hear the real reason most of us live such hurried lives, how we got here, and if there is any hope of slowing down.

Oct 28, 201939 minEp. 173

Sending Your Kids To College Debt Free (with Anthony ONeal)

In today's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Anthony ONeal of the Dave Ramsey Team. The pair talk about the student loan crisis, while Anthony offers a path to sending your children through college without taking on any debt.

Oct 14, 201927 minEp. 171

Fighting for Unity in Marriage (with Leila Lopes)

This past week Jerrad and Leila got into a fight that ended with Leila in tears. It was the first fight they had had in years. Listen as they process where they went wrong and what you can do to fight for unity in your marriage.

Oct 07, 201938 minEp. 170

How To Approach Major Family Transitions

Seasons of change and transitions are inevitable. Whether it be change at work, change in career, or moving to a new home or state, change is bound to come. But, what does it look like to lead your family well in these seasons of change? Join host Jerrad Lopes as he unpacks the difference between spiritual maturity and being an immature man, during seasons of transition.

Sep 30, 201930 minEp. 169

Finding Adventure in Jesus as a Family

Many of us guys are longing to find adventure in our lives. We turn to things like hobbies, sports, work, or even sinful things like pornography, alcohol and affairs. In this episode, Jerrad talks about what it looks like to practically find adventure in Jesus and how to bring your family along.

Sep 16, 201935 minEp. 167

Living On Mission As A Dad (with David Cotrone)

In this week's episode, David Cotrone joins host Jerrad Lopes to talk about what it looks like to live on mission as a father, husband and small business owner. If you're stuck on what it looks like to live radically for Jesus in your day-to-day life as a dad, this episode is for you.

Sep 09, 201940 minEp. 166

Your Thought Life Matters

Some of us have convinced ourselves that our thought life is free reign to mediate on whatever we'd like. Jesus seemed to have a different idea of what thought life should look like for his followers.

Sep 02, 201924 minEp. 165

How To Process and Express Emotions (with Joshua Straub)

In today's podcast, host Jerrad Lopes is joined by Joshua Straub, co-founder of Famous At Home to discuss the 7 ways to become famous at home. Jerrad and Josh discuss at length what it looks like for a guy to become better at processing and expressing his emotion, along with learning how to deal with the emotion of your spouse and kids.

Aug 19, 201943 minEp. 163

Becoming A Better Listener For Your Wife & Kids (with Leila Lopes)

Do you feel like you're a good listener? How would your wife and kids answer that question about you? In today's episode, join host Jerrad Lopes and his wife Leila as they have an honest conversation about how to listen to your spouse well.

Aug 12, 201950 minEp. 162

When You or Your Child Struggles with Doubt (with Dominic Done)

Are you struggling with doubt? Do you have a child who is already doubting their faith? In the episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as he talks with Pastor Dominic Done about his book "When Faith Fails".

Aug 05, 201937 minEp. 161

Should You Have More Kids?

Are you feeling stuck on whether or not you should have more kids? Maybe you're content with how things are, but your wife is starting to get baby-fever. If you're not sure whether you should have more kids, or feeling guilty about your reasons for not wanting to, this episode is for you.

Jul 22, 201926 minEp. 159

Does Our Family Really Need To Go To Church?

Are you having a hard time finding a church? Maybe you're not totally convinced that you really even need church. If we're honest, we can find great messages and worship online and be spiritually fed outside of the local church. We're also not convinced that the way we do church now is ever how Jesus intended things to be. Whether you've been hurt by the church, or you're just confused on what to teach your kids about the subject, this episode will hopefully add some clarity.

Jul 15, 201936 minEp. 158

Why Less is More In The Kingdom of God (with Chris Nye)

This week, Jerrad interviews author, pastor, and friend, Chris Nye about his new book Less of More, and what it means for us as men. Description of Less of More: For most Americans, the pursuit of happiness really means the pursuit of more--more money, more prestige, more stuff. We've made idols out of innovation, growth, power, and wealth. Far from offering us happiness and satisfaction, this has only left us exhausted, isolated, miserable, and wondering if there is a better way. There is. Less...

Jul 08, 201939 minEp. 157

Becoming The Man You Want Your Children To Be

Do you ever feel like you're asking your kids to be someone you're not? Are you demanding them to show qualities and characteristics that you haven't mastered yourself? In this week's episode, join host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about the different between a "Show & Tell" model of discipleship, vs a "Tell & Tell" model.

Jul 01, 201923 minEp. 156

Keeping Intimacy Alive With Your Spouse When You Have Young Kids (with Leila Lopes)

A lot of couples talk about how they feel disconnected as husband + wife after having a baby. This is especially true for men. If you're struggling to find intimate connection with your wife, while also raising young kids, this episode is for you. Join host Jerrad Lopes and his wife Leila as they take a deep dive into what it looks like from a Gospel-centered perspective to love your wife after having a baby and raising young kids.

Jun 17, 201943 minEp. 155

Infertility, Masculinity, and Hope (with Sheridan Voysey)

Have you struggled with infertility? Do you know someone who has? Have you been asking God for something for years and feel like he remains silent? If so, this episode is for you. Writer, speaker, and broadcaster Sheridan Voysey joins host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about infertility, masculinity, and hope in the midst of unanswered prayers.

Jun 10, 201945 minEp. 154

Marriage After God (with Aaron & Jennifer Smith)

On this week's episode of the Dad Tired podcast, Jerrad is joined by husband and wife duo Aaron (Husband Revolution) & Jennifer Smith (Unveiled Wife). The couple has recently joined up to created the ministry Marriage After God. They are the co-authors of the new, best-selling book "Marriage After God" and the popular "Marriage After God Podcast". In this episode, we cover how husbands can lead their wives spiritually, what does Biblical submission look like, and much more. If you're serious...

Jun 03, 201936 minEp. 153

When You Aren't Satisfied With Your Job

What do you do when you know you need to support your family, but don't like your job? When is it ok to quit? How do you know where God is calling you? In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as he covers the topics of careers, and what it looks like for dads to support their family, while also following the calling of God.

May 27, 201926 minEp. 152

Do You Have A Biblical Family Model? (with Jeremy Pryor)

This week Jerrad is joined by Family Team's co-founder, Jeremy Pryor. Jeremy had an epiphany over two decades ago, realizing that the way we do family in the West is mostly a failed experiment, and the scriptures are calling us back to a bigger and better design. Since then he has been impacting families in the greater Ohio region for years through various projects and resources.

May 13, 201947 minEp. 150

Self Care For Tired Dads (with Leila Lopes)

A listener recently asked me on Instagram, "Is it ok for dads to prioritize 'self-care', and if so, what does self-care look like?" In this episode, join host Jerrad Lopes and his Wife Leila as they seek to answer this question from a Gospel-centered perspective.

May 07, 201930 minEp. 149

Are You Still Feeling Dad Tired?

Are you still Dad Tired? Not just physically exhausted, but worn down in your soul? Stressed, overwhelmed, weary? In this episode of the Dad Tired podcast, join host Jerrad Lopes as he talks about the cause of our "soul fatigue" as dads, what it looks like to actually find rest.

Apr 29, 201936 minEp. 148

How To Handle Seasons of Transition (with Mack Brock)

In a season of transition? Join host Jerrad Lopes as he interviews worship leader, Mack Brock on what it looks like for a Christian man to handle seasons of transition. Sponsors: Marriage After God & Skylight Frames

Apr 22, 201934 minEp. 147
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