Jeff and Ty joined us to talk about overcoming loneliness and building community right where you are.

In a culture where garage doors close before neighbors can say hello and isolation is the norm, this book offers a simple solution.

-Ever have a big goal that you wanted to complete, but things got in the way?

-Do you wish you had a group of guys or neighbors to spend time with?

-What is an often overlooked mission field?

-Can your family get involved with Party in the Front?

Check out Jeff and Ty's book Party in the Front! HERE

Join our FREE Facebook group The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE

Check out my wife's kids book that helps children develop resilience, perseverance and learning from failure in her book Never Will I Ever. HERE is a LINK

Today Glen Henry joins us. He started making videos years ago about real life, including the messy stuff. He is the creator of Beleaf In Fatherhood that has hundreds of thousands of followers.

His life was changed when his wife asked him what his 5 year plan for their family was? And then she walked out of the room.

He was a hip-hop artist that didn't want kids and now he is one of the most powerful voices reshaping what it means to be a modern dad. Glen and his wife have a podcast called How Married Are You?

And Glen has a new book coming out called Father Yourself First: Everything You Need to Become the Father Your Family Deserves.

Glen grew up without a father figure in his life and made a decision to become a great father. He saw an example of what he wanted to become when a youth pastor invited him into his life. Glen saw how the youth pastor's family lived and that was something he had never seen.

On this episode we talk about:

-Having a Poverty Mentality

-Comparison is the thief of joy

-Glen's first prayer was "God, please kill me!"

-When Glen called his dad seeking permission to commit suicide

-Presence is a gift (great time of year to focus on this)

-Patience is long-suffering

Check out Glen David's new book on Amazon HERE

Here is the Beleaf In Fatherhood FB page CLICK HERE

JOIN OUR FREE FB GROUP THE JOURNEY OF A CHRISTIAN DAD HERE

Check out the movie I think everyone needs to see Soul On Fire HERE

Michael Ray shares stories of overcoming adversity and living with joy. We talk about the time when God spoke and Smile Project Louisville got started.

I saw Michael on Facebook and new I wanted to get to know him and why he wants to put smiles on other people's faces. He has a passion for it and I knew there would be some stories I wanted to hear.

AND, I want to smile more! Who doesn't!!! :-)

Smile and Be The Reason Someone Smiles Today!

AND if you haven't seen Soul on Fire yet, go buy your tickets right now!!! One of the best movies I've ever seen about the best human I've ever known!

And while you are watching, look for my family in the movie as well as William H Macy, John Corbett and Joel Courtney!

Watch the Soul On Fire movie trailer and GET TICKETS HERE

Connect with Michael Ray through his Facebook Page HERE

Join our FREE Facebook group The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE

Check out a book I helped write, Notes from Dad HERE

Check out my wife and daughter's books HERE

The SOUL ON FIRE MOVIE COMES OUT TODAY! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! I highly recommend that you bring your family to go see this movie!!! This is the most inspirational movie I've ever seen, you'll love experiencing this movie at the theater with other people!

In the movie, you will see a great example of unconditional love. John Corbett (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), plays Denny in the movie and you can see him age and see the progession of Parkinson's disease.

My family got to be on set during the filming of the wedding scene of John and Beth O'Leary. My wife took a picture of Denny O'Leary in his wheel chair that day because she saw how happy and joyful he was. John O'Leary says his dad is the most joy filled person he has ever met. And I agree with John, his dad definitely displays the Fruits of the Spirit.

In this episode, I read Denny's excert P is for Parkinson's from The ABC's of Christianity - A Father's Inspiration Advice to his Adult Children. And I also share some of my own thoughts about Denny and reflect on his writing to his adult children that was not meant for the public. But when people found out about what he wrote, they asked for copies. Denny printed about 1,000 of these and I was blessed to receive one from Denny before he passed away.

One thing that blows everyone away, Denny refers to his Parkinson's as a gift. Imagine that, a disease that will progress to the point of you not being able to cause you to become weak, lose to the ability to move and ultimately kill you, and being able to appreciate what receiving his Parkinson's disease made possible and how it changed his life.

There is a quote from Denny in the movie that people love, "You can't choose the path you walk in life, but you can choose how you walk it."

Let me know what your thoughts are about this episode at TheChristianDad@gmail.com or DM me on Messenger or post in The Journey of a Christian Dad Facebook Group.

I'll post the picture my wife took in The Journey of a Christian Dad Facebook Group. Click HERE to join the FREE group.

WATCH THE MOVIE TRAILER AND BUY YOUR TICKETS at SoulOnFireMovie.com HERE!

Check out John O'Leary's website HERE

Our goal is to insprire 1,000,000 souls over Opening Weekend! Get your tickets today and encourage everyone you know to do the same. I have seen the movie with audiences 6 times and I still can't convey the impact this movie had on the audience. It's an experience, BE A PART OF THE SOUL ON FIRE MOVEMENT!

This episode was recorded on the morning of September 10th. This episode opens with an emotional reflection and 4 things Christian Dads can do right now. And then we get into the show.

When John O'Leary was just 9 years old, he suffered burns over 100% of his body in a house fire. Doctors gave him less than 1% chance to survive. And yet, by God's grace, the love of his parents and the courage of the community, John not only survived - he has gone on to live a life on fire with purpose!

He's a best-selling author, a sought-after speaker, and now the subject of an upcoming major motion picture Soul On Fire, releasing nationwide October 10th.

John's story isn't just about tragedy, it's about faith, family and choosing to live life fully alive.

On this episode, we talk about John's tragedy at 9, self-worth, physical and mental struggle, Jesus examples of how to live and John's memories about his dad Denny O'Leary.

We also share some stories about a few actors in the movie; William H Macy and Joel Courtney.

• What are John's memories of who his dad was and what was it like being selected to give his eulogy?
• When your kids write your eulogy, what will they write?
• Why did John's dad call his Parkinson's disease a gift from God?
• What lessons did John learn while in the hospital for months?
• What's it like when your dad get a life changing medical diagnosis?

This is a movie that the world needs now. It's the story of the greatest human I've met and the stories of all the heros that helped him live and live life on fire!

My immediate thoughts after watching the movie was that I am so grateful I got to see it at the theater with people I love. This is great movie to experience with others.

We are hoping that this movie inspires 1,000,000 people opening weekend.

My ASK is that you bring your family to the movie opening weekend and encourage others to see it as well. It is very important to have a big opening weekend. It helps the movie stay in theaters longer and therefore more people will see it.

Share this episode with others, let people know that you are going to see the movie, use hashtag #soulonfiremovie, and help grow awareness of this movie.

Challenge: Let's fill up theaters and vote for good. Go to a film about family, grace, heros and unconditional love! Talk after the movie about who the heros were and how to live differently. The movie comes out October 10th! Let's do our part to impact the world with this movie.

Please let me know if you are going to the movie. PM me or email me at TheChristianDadPodcast@gmail.com . And if you'd like Ignite Character series that John mentions, I'll send you a free link.

Here is a link to the movie trailer CLICK HERE

Check out the official Soul On Fire movie website and buy tickets HERE

If you liked this episode, listen to John's first appearance on the podcast in 2022 HERE

Join our FREE Facebook Community The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE

Here is a link to buy tickets and group tickets to see Soul On Fire. Rent out a whole theater, invite groups or buy a ticket!!! CLICK HERE

Check out John O'Leary's website HERE

Listen to the previous episode recorded in December 2022 I did with John O'Leary HERE

This is an Episode for anyone who needs a spark, who are looking for positivity and for people who are wanting to be inspired.

If you are looking for a group of guys to do life with, join The Journey of a Christian Dad Facebook Group HERE

Has your relationship with Jesus gone stale? Do you long for a life of purpose, joy and power... but feel stuck in routine or lukewarm faith?

Jason joins us today and we talk about these questions that he addresses in his new book Wake Up Jesus People: Life Giving Disciplines to Awaken the Warrior Within.

-Awaken your passion and purpose each morning

-Replace mediocrity with clarity, courage and consistency

-Anchor your identity in Christ, not culture

-Set life priorities that fuel your relationships, purpose and peace

Check out Jason's new book Wake Up Jesus People HERE

Check out Jason's website HERE

Join our FREE Facebook group The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE

Check out my wife's books HERE

Mitch is back with us this weak with a really cool challenge at the end of this episode.

-How has the Authority Bridge has helped Mitch grow his influence and coaching business?

-Has you ever gotten angry when you heard someone tell you not to worry or when you read Philippians 4? And what can we do about it?

-What is the Everything Everywhere Fallacy?

-What does Masey McLain (she's the actress that plays Beth in Soul On Fire) have to do with the Challenge that Mitch Matthews throws out this week?

Check out Mitch Matthews website and Unlock 10 Keys to Living Your Best Life HERE

And a link to the 11 Prayers HERE

Join our FREE Facebok community The Journey of a Christian Dad HERE

I'd love it if you write a review for the podcast so that it can help other dads listen to the show and join our community!

Here's a link to my wife's children's books, including the hilarious book Nate Saves the World HERE