Discipling through the years: the teenage years

The Eyes that are Watching

In this episode of Legacy Dads, hosts Dave and Dante share a moving letter from a mother at Dave's church to highlight how a godly man's influence extends far beyond his own home. They emphasize that fatherless or deeply wounded children are constantly watching the men around them, looking for examples to piece together what healthy manhood actually looks like. By simply showing up with consistent integrity, patience, and humility in everyday moments, men can ease the burdens of single mothers and rewrite the concept of fatherhood for a child who has known only absence or abuse. Ultimately, they challenge listeners to embrace the quiet, everyday responsibility of being a living signpost that points broken families toward the healing love of a perfect Heavenly Father. Connect With Us * Join the Conversation: Have a story or a struggle you want to share? Email us at dave@legacydads.org [dave@legacydads.org] and dante@legacydads.org [dante@legacydads.org]. You can also find us on Facebook Legacy Dads Online Community [https://www.facebook.com/legacydads] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/legacy_dads].

Ambassadors for Christ

In this episode of the Legacy Dads Podcast, hosts Dave and Dante dive into 2 Corinthians 5:20 to redefine a father's role from a burdened owner to a faithful ambassador of Christ. They tackle the heavy performance pressures, shifting identities, and daily frictions that modern men face, offering a liberating perspective: a dad's authority is delegated, his identity is immutably fixed by the King, and his home is his embassy. By shifting from ownership to stewardship, Dave and Dante challenge fathers to relieve the pressure of perfection, anchor their souls in their divine title, and embrace a ministry of reconciliation over retaliation. Ultimately, they call men to be the chief de-escalators and grace-givers in their homes, strategically winning the hearts of their families rather than trying to win arguments. Connect With Us * Join the Conversation: Have a story or a struggle you want to share? Email us at dave@legacydads.org [dave@legacydads.org] and dante@legacydads.org [dante@legacydads.org]. You can also find us on Facebook Legacy Dads Online Community [https://www.facebook.com/legacydads] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/legacy_dads].

Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children with Dr. Kathy Koch

In this episode of the Legacy Dads Podcast, hosts Dave and Dante sit down with Dr. Kathy Koch, founder of Celebrate Kids, to discuss the often-overlooked challenges of parenting adult children. Centered around her book, Resolve Conflict and Find Peace and Hope with Adult Children, the conversation addresses the "identity crisis" many fathers face when their role shifts from protector and fixer to a more hands-off, supportive influence. Dr. Koch offers practical, biblical strategies for releasing control, overcoming "dad guilt" from past mistakes, and navigating the tension between loving a child and endorsing their lifestyle choices. Ultimately, the episode serves as a powerful guide for fathers to surrender their children to God's timing while maintaining a faithful, grace-filled presence that prioritizes reconciliation over being right. Connect With Dr. Kathy * Visit Celebrate Kids, Inc. [https://www.celebratekids.com] for more information and to get any of Dr. Kathy's books today! Connect With Us * Join the Conversation: Have a story or a struggle you want to share? Email us at dave@legacydads.org [dave@legacydads.org] and dante@legacydads.org [dante@legacydads.org]. You can also find us on Facebook Legacy Dads Online Community [https://www.facebook.com/legacydads] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/legacy_dads].

Ministry, Multiplication, and Intentional Fatherhood with Mac Lake

In this episode of the Legacy Dads podcast, host Dante Girolimon and guest co-host Joe Svoboda are joined by leadership expert Mac Lake to discuss the intersection of ministry, multiplication, and intentional fatherhood. Drawing from his decades of experience and the framework of the "Leadership Pipeline," Lake shares how his philosophy evolved from a passion for church reproduction to a deep conviction that every father is called to be a "multiplier" in his own home. The conversation moves through the distinct seasons of parenting—from the high-energy early years of building family culture to the nuanced shift of maintaining influence with adult children. Lake emphasizes that leadership development is, at its heart, a form of high-level discipleship that balances character and competency, a lesson he applied while raising his own children, including worship leader Brandon Lake. The episode concludes with a forward-looking vision of legacy, where Lake encourages fathers to view their homes not just as places of management, but as the primary training ground for the next generation of Kingdom leaders. Connect with Mac: * Mac Lake Online [https://maclakeonline.com] * Instagram: @maclake24 Connect With Us * Join the Conversation: Have a story or a struggle you want to share? Email us at dave@legacydads.org [dave@legacydads.org] and dante@legacydads.org [dante@legacydads.org]. You can also find us on Facebook Legacy Dads Online Community [https://www.facebook.com/legacydads] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/legacy_dads].

An Interview with Dr. Tom Ascol

In this episode, the Legacy Dads sit down with Dr. Tom Ascol to discuss the intersection of deep theology and daily fatherhood. As a seasoned pastor, author, and father, Tom brings a wealth of wisdom on what it means to lead a family with biblical clarity in an increasingly confused culture. We dive into the "Long Game" of parenting and why the fear of God is the ultimate antidote to the fears of this world. Connect with Tom Ascol * https://founders.org/podcasts/tstt-gods-gift-of-elders-to-his-church/ [https://founders.org/podcasts/tstt-gods-gift-of-elders-to-his-church/] on X: https://x.com/tomascol?s=20 [https://x.com/tomascol?s=20] Instagram: @thomasascol