Teach Me to Father

What happens when a fatherless boy refuses to repeat his father's mistakes? Join Barry as he explores the concept of reactive fathering, the dangers of counter identification, and practical steps for becoming a better dad by embodying God’s design for fatherhood. Get some discipline! Join the FS100 Challenge by signing up today [https://www.fatherseekers.org/]! FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Got a question? Need some discipline? Email Barry at barry@fatherseekers.org [barry@fatherseekers.org] TIMELINE 00:00 Deal With It 00:53 Understanding Reactive Fathering 01:24 Personal Story and Realizations 02:26 The Concept of Counter Identification 04:46 The Effects of Reactive Fathering 06:30 Causes of Reactive Fathering 15:36 Breaking the Cycle: Proper Fathering Leadership 16:53 The Importance of Mentorship and Coaching 18:23 Conclusion and Call to Action -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

What if our struggles with faith and trust are rooted in our childhood experiences? Join Barry as he explores the deep impact of father wounds on our perception of God and how to rebuild that broken connection. Get some discipline! Join the FS100 Challenge by signing up today [https://www.fatherseekers.org/]! FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Got a question? Need some discipline? Email Barry at barry@fatherseekers.org [barry@fatherseekers.org] TIMELINE 00:00 Your Childhood Shaped You 01:05 Wounded Sons 04:57 Understanding Father Hunger 05:38 Original Design and Fatherhood 07:26 Scriptural Insights 12:51 Psychological Disruption 15:08 Spiritual Distortion 17:53 Emotional Suppression 20:43 Behavioral Compensation 25:35 Character Formation and Integrity 27:39 Relational Disruption and Trust 31:36 Parenting Challenges and Legacy 34:15 Break the Cycle, Seek God -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

What defines true masculinity? Join Barry as he explores the profound effects of fatherlessness on manhood, viewed through the lens of biblical principles. Can the example of Jesus redefine our understanding of being a real man? Get some discipline! Join the FS100 Challenge by signing up today [https://www.fatherseekers.org/]! FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Got a question? Need some discipline? Email Barry at barry@fatherseekers.org [barry@fatherseekers.org] TIMELINE 00:00 The Ultimate Man 00:45 The Impact of Fatherlessness on Manhood 02:25 The Quest for Definition 04:31 Pain Propellant 05:42 The Importance of Legacy 07:26 The Need for Initiation 10:21 The Battle for Masculine Energy 11:29 The Noise of Silence 12:29 The Addiction to Affirmation 14:01 The Mask of Control 16:11 Proving Strength 18:00 Unfinished Stories 19:01 Success vs. Significance 22:13 Restoration to Original Design 25:26 Answer the Call! -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

What constitutes a father's heart? Join Barry as he explores the profound characteristics of a father's heart from scripture. Discover how God's fatherhood was demonstrated to Adam and intended to pass through generations, offering insights into fatherhood skills, moral guidance, and eternal purpose. Get some discipline! Join the FS100 Challenge by signing up today [https://www.fatherseekers.org/]! FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Got a question? Need some discipline? Email Barry at barry@fatherseekers.org [barry@fatherseekers.org] TIMELINE 00:00 Intro: What's In a Heart? 00:40 Biblical Definition of the Heart 01:57 The Oldest Story Ever Told: Father and Son 04:20 God's Fatherhood and Adam's Role 06:56 Characteristics of Fatherhood 08:07 God's Creative Authority and Adam's Dominion 11:49 God's Nurturing and Sustaining Role 14:08 Moral and Spiritual Guidance 17:22 The Eternal Purpose and Redemption 21:43 Practical Application for Modern Fathers 33:13 Invitation to Join the Father Seekers Community -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

Why do fathers matter? Barry addresses the critical importance of fatherhood through biblical insights and personal reflections. Discover how turning fathers' hearts to their children can lead to the healing of families, communities, and even nations. Ready to be part of the change? It starts right here. Get some discipline! Join the FS100 Challenge by signing up today [https://www.fatherseekers.org/]! FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Got a question? Need some discipline? Email Barry at barry@fatherseekers.org [barry@fatherseekers.org] TIMELINE 00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Fathers 00:44 Biblical Perspective on Fatherhood 01:53 The Cultural Collapse and Fatherhood 03:12 The Role of Fathers in Healing a Nation 03:46 The Hope and Call to Action 04:23 The Impact of Fatherlessness 05:52 Fatherhood Beyond Politics 10:48 Identity Crisis and Fatherlessness 13:18 A Distorted View of God 19:24 Generational Sin and Repetition 23:10 Emotional and Psychological Damage 27:19 Counteracting Fatherlessness 32:04 The Call to Revival -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]