Teach Me to Father

Fathers, Who’s In Your Circle?

Who is in your circle? Barry explains why every man needs the right “circle”—an intentional brotherhood defined by relationship, influence, accountability, and kingdom purpose. Join the FatherSeekers community! https://www.skool.com/fatherseekers FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Ask Barry a question: barry@fatherseekers.org CHAPTERS 00:00 Why Circles Matter 01:02 Defining a Godly Circle 05:16 Three Circle Observations 07:31 Framework 1: Measured 11:01 Framework 2: Molded 13:10 Framework 3: Modeled 17:38 Framework 4: Moderated 22:10 Framework 5: Missional 26:34 Join the Community 27:18 Final Charge and Support -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

You Are Called to Community!

Where are your brothers? Barry argues that men need a healthy men-only community and that the “self-made man” mindset leads to isolation, bad influences, and trouble. Support the mission: https://donate.stripe.com/aFa7sKeAg4W1bTw4RB14401 Join the FatherSeekers community! https://www.skool.com/fatherseekers FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Ask Barry a question: barry@fatherseekers.org CHAPTERS 00:00 Why Men Need Community 00:47 The Self Made Myth 02:42 Iron Sharpens Iron 04:17 Avoid Isolation and Bad Crowds 06:10 Ecclesia Called Out Ones 09:17 Gates of Hell Won't Prevail 15:01 Circles and Scripture Study 17:17 Four Movements Toward Community 20:42 Build or Find a Group 21:24 Purpose Commission Scripture 24:37 Join and Share the Mission 26:13 Final Charge to Men -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

Decisions in the Dark: 8 Pressure Points Every Father Faces

Barry examines how to make decisions under pressure, “in the dark,” defined as lacking present information. He contrasts cultural lies—real men decide quickly, don’t hesitate, don’t ask for help—with wisdom, counsel, prayer, and pausing. Join the FatherSeekers community! https://www.skool.com/fatherseekers FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Ask Barry a question: barry@fatherseekers.org CHAPTERS 00:00 Decisions in the Dark 01:35 Pressure to Be Decisive 04:56 Fear and Perfectionism 07:37 Isolation and Going Alone 09:49 Purpose and Core Values 12:08 Stress and Decision Fatigue 15:10 Old Wounds and Shame 17:01 Relationship Dynamics 19:03 Temptation and Quick Relief 21:21 Checklist and Next Steps -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

Dismantling Daily Devotionals Myths

Are your daily devotions a checklist? Or are they organic? Barry and Joel discuss building a consistent, fruit-bearing devotional life without religious box-checking. Translations: https://www.logos.com/grow/best-bible-translation/ BibleProject: https://bibleproject.com/ Bible App: https://www.youversion.com/bible-app Join the FatherSeekers community! https://www.skool.com/fatherseekers FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Ask Barry a question: barry@fatherseekers.org CHAPTERS 00:00 Devotional Rhythm Struggles 01:22 Bullets and Barbecue Recap 03:30 Brotherhood and Support 05:44 Accountability and Spirit 08:03 Journaling and Recording 09:53 Fig Tree and Fruit 11:46 Fruits and Self Control 15:33 From Discipline to Rhythm 20:20 Avoid Box Checking 24:28 Tools and Bible Choices 29:04 Where to Start Reading 29:19 Pick a Solid Translation 30:29 Four Words Framework 32:13 Growth Through Journaling 36:27 Hearing God vs Checklist 41:06 Pruning the Noise 45:09 Fruit Bearing and Gratitude 48:29 Transferring Faith to Kids 51:34 Organic Growth Guardrails 56:01 Starting Line and Closing -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]

Made in God's Image: The Original Design for Fatherhood

Men are created in God’s image. They don’t need to *build* an identity, but uncover what’s been buried. Barry digs into the broken image that leads to “father hunger." This drives men to seek identity through approval, achievement, addiction, religion, career, reputation, politics, or ministry. But what could true restoration look like? Join the FatherSeekers community! https://www.skool.com/fatherseekers FS Facebook [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-facebook] FS Instagram [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-insta] FS YouTube [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-youtube] Ask Barry a question: barry@fatherseekers.org CHAPTERS 00:00 Uncovering True Self 01:13 Made in Gods Image 03:42 Father Hunger and Identity 06:48 When Connection Breaks 08:06 Jesus the Perfect Image 11:38 Restoration Begins 12:47 Four Movements to Freedom 17:01 From Performance to Presence 19:20 Resources and Community 20:13 Closing and Sendoff -- FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers. Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website [https://fatherseekers.captivate.fm/fatherseekers-web]