Dad Tired

What do you do when your marriage feels over — and you don't even know why? In this raw and honest conversation, Dave and Ann Wilson share the untold story of how their marriage nearly ended at year 10… and the one moment that changed everything. They dive into childhood wounds, soul pain, and the exhausting journey of healing — and how putting God back at the center saved not just their relationship, but their individual hearts. 🔥 Inside this episode: • Why performance and perfection can kill a marriage • How childhood trauma shapes adult relationships • The one word God spoke that changed it all • How to start healing, even when it feels impossible Whether you’re fighting for your marriage, healing from your past, or just longing for deeper connection — this story will give you hope, honesty, and practical steps toward restoration. 🎯 Don't miss this powerful conversation. Hit play — and get ready for real talk. Join The Movement: dadtired.com/donate Today's Sponsor: http://dwellbible.com/dadtired

Porn. Shame. Repeat. Breaking the cycle starts with telling the truth.Jerrad Lopes returns after months of silence, not with answers—but with honesty. In this deeply vulnerable episode, Jerrad shares why he hasn’t told a single lie in 156 days, how intensive counseling broke him open, and what it means to be a “truth teller” in a world of escape. Whether it’s porn, alcohol, work, or Oreos—this is an invitation to stop numbing and start healing. If you're tired of hiding, if you're tired of performing, and you're ready to be fully present—this episode is for you. In this episode: * Why Jerrad hasn't lied in over 150 days (and why it matters) * The moment he broke down in counseling—and what it revealed * How performance becomes a survival tactic for so many men * Why honesty feels terrifying but is essential for freedom * Escapism, addiction, and the real reason we keep going back * What meditation taught him (and why he fell asleep once 😂) * The danger of "socially acceptable" numbing habits (Oreos, Zillow, work) * How to catch yourself in the act of escaping—and sit with your feelings instead Key Challenge for Listeners: Ask yourself:🧠 What are you trying to escape from?🔍 What are you using to escape? You don’t need to be perfect. But you do need to be honest. Start here. Resources & Mentions: * Dad Tired Community: dadtired.com [https://www.dadtired.com/] * Support the show or sponsor inquiries: DadTired.com/donate * Today’s sponsor: BackGatePrayers.com promo code DADTIRED

Most Christian men wouldn’t call it an addiction. “It’s just something I struggle with…” But what if that struggle is actually keeping you stuck? In this episode, Nick Stumbo—Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries—shares his powerful story of addiction, shame, and the deeper healing Jesus offers. We talk about: * Why confession isn’t the finish line * The 3 questions that revealed Nick’s addiction * What white-knuckling recovery really looks like * How trauma, performance, and shame feed the cycle This isn’t just about porn. It’s about what your soul is really craving. * Learn more about Pure Desire Ministries: https://www.puredesire.org [https://www.puredesire.org/] * Get Nick’s book Setting Us Free: https://amzn.to/3EtfY2P * Start your healing journey with Dad Tired: [https://www.dadtired.com [https://www.dadtired.com/]] * Subscribe to the Dad Tired podcast for more episodes that help men lead their families well A special thanks to today's sponsor: www.dwellbible.com/dadtired

After a four-month break from the podcast, Jerrad Lopes returns with his most vulnerable episode yet. In this raw and powerful conversation, he shares the painful truth behind his absence, including the sin that nearly cost him everything—and the healing journey that saved his life. Faced with two options—end it all or embrace the pain and pursue healing—Jerrad chose life. Now, he's back with a renewed vision for Dad Tired: to help men find the kind of deep healing that transforms everything. If you're tired, hurting, or hiding, this is the episode you didn’t know you needed. Sponsor: worldwatch.news/dadtired

In today's episode, Pastor Kaleb and Pastor Chris sit down with Jerrad to talk about the next season of Dad Tired.