Fatherhood comes in seasons, and no two look the same. In this episode, Jack Maddox shares his story of coming to Jesus in his 20s, then watching his own father surrender his life to Christ. He opens up about raising five children, the joy that fills a full house, and the heartbreak of walking through a child’s cancer diagnosis.Through the laughter and love, he shares how faith carried his family and what he’s learned on his journey as a father.Comment below on what was helpful to you from this discussion.00:00 Intro & Background05:40 Did You Have a Relationship With Your Father?14:45 What I Have in Common With My Father15:55 Advice for Those Struggling With Their Father19:50 What Kids Experience in Parents' Arguments25:15 Dad Comes to Faith31:17 Loss and Becoming a Father35:05 The Joys of Fatherhood37:09 Opportunities Missed41:08 Dad to Young Kids vs. Adult Kids48:45 Walking Through a Child's Cancer52:40 Facing the Fear of Losing a Child57:15 A Final Word

This episode covers 3 tips for Christian fathers from The Shepherding Leader at Home. Come learn alongside Joshua about the challenges and joys of being a father seeking to lead in a Christ-like manner.

Jason Powell has served in public schools for over 20 years. During that time, he has seen and experienced the impact fathers have on their children and families. In this episode, host Joshua Fitchett sits down with Jason Powell to gain insight into the vital role fathers play in raising their own kids.

00:00 Intro & Background

03:20 Changes in students

06:10 Consistency in students

10:30 How fatherhood changed you

12:30 What is not beneficial to kids?

14:10 When dads miss out

17:30 Importance of homework

19:45 Tablets

21:00 Personal Electronic Devices

23:15 Social Media

25:10 Helpful Media

27:35 Pressures

32:20 Extracurricular Activities

38:48 One Final Word

This episode draws on three quotes from the book Reaching Your Child's Heart by Juan and Jeanine Sanchez and discusses their value for fatherhood.00:00 Introduction2:30 Quote 17:27 Quote 215:30 Quote 3

Special guest Jason Powell shares his story as a father and son.- Working at an early age.- Freedoms and Responsibilities for your children- Walking through different life stages of children

What should you do when your child starts asking questions about following Jesus? How do you know when they’re ready for baptism?In today’s episode, Joshua shares four thoughtful responses drawn from Dennis Gundersen’s book Your Child’s Profession of Faith. Together, we’ll explore how parents can encourage genuine faith, ask wise questions, and approach the topic of baptism with biblical wisdom and discernment.Whether you’re navigating these conversations for the first time or looking for practical guidance, this episode offers helpful principles for shepherding your child’s spiritual journey.

Fatherhood does not end when children grow up. It enters a new season. Joshua sits down with guest Joe Salinas to discuss his recent experiences as a father as one daughter married, another graduated, and both stepped into new chapters of life. Together, they reflect on the emotions, lessons, and enduring privilege of loving and leading our children through life’s biggest transitions.

Are today’s parenting methods truly biblical?In this episode, Joshua analyzes Ted Tripp’s six unbiblical parenting methods. Watch to find out more about parenting God’s way.