What would your wife and kids say if someone asked, “Is your dad full of joy?”

In this episode, Jerrad gets honest about why so many dads feel grumpy, short-tempered, and exhausted, and why joy often feels out of reach. Sharing personal stories, biblical truth, and ten practical steps, he unpacks how Christian dads can move from frustration to deep joy rooted in Jesus.

With insight from Psalm 16:11, Galatians 5:22–23, and John 15:10–11, you’ll discover:

• The hidden reasons dads lose joy (unconfessed sin, silent pressures, numbing out)
• Why God actually cares about your joy as a man
• How joy flows from God’s presence, obedience, and salvation
• Practical rhythms to restore joy in your home—like confession, gratitude, play, rest, and community

Whether you’ve been stuck in grumpiness or just long to be a more joy-filled dad, this episode will help you step back into the life God designed for you.

Scriptures Mentioned

• Psalm 16:11
• Galatians 5:22–23
• Psalm 51:12
• James 1:2–4
• John 15:10–11
• Philippians 4:6–7
• 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
• Ecclesiastes 3:12–13
• Matthew 18:3
• John 16:24
• Mark 10:45
• Matthew 11:28–29
• Hebrews 10:24–25

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• Funny Video Jerrad Laughed At
• Scientific Benefits of Gratitude

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What would it look like if every part of your life was lived in the light. No shortcuts, no secrets, no lies?

In this episode, Jerrad challenges men to step into radical honesty, starting with the smallest details. Drawing from his own healing journey, he unpacks why healed men are truth-tellers, how integrity builds confidence, and why it matters to look more like your Heavenly Father—the Father of light—than the father of lies.

With biblical insight from 1 John 1:6–7, Proverbs 10:9, and Luke 16:10, you’ll discover:

• Why even “small” lies keep you stuck
• How walking in the light transforms your confidence and relationships
• Practical steps to start telling the truth in everything
• The role of trusted friends, counselors, and community in your healing

Whether you’re holding onto a hidden struggle or just want to live with more integrity, this episode will help you take your next step toward freedom.

Scriptures Mentioned:

• 1 John 1:6–7
• Proverbs 10:9
• Luke 16:10
• John 8:44
• James 1:17

Resources & Links:

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What if the most powerful discipleship moments with your kids weren’t planned, but hidden in the everyday?

In this heartfelt solo episode, Jerrad Lopes shares the honest struggle of staying connected with your kids; especially as they grow into pre-teens and teens. From the exhausting early days of parenting toddlers to the emotional complexity of raising a 14-year-old, Jerrad opens up about his own wins, failures, and surprising lessons learned.

Through a spontaneous UTV adventure in the Arizona desert, he discovered a truth that changed how he parents: deep connection isn’t built in big, perfectly planned moments, it’s formed in the small, mundane ones. With biblical insight from Deuteronomy and the example of Jesus, Jerrad shows how ordinary life can become the best classroom for pointing your kids to Christ.

This episode is an encouragement to slow down, notice the moments you might be missing, and remember that God uses the everyday to shape both your kids’ hearts and yours.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why parenting often gets harder as your kids grow older
• How to build “relational equity” with your kids in simple, everyday ways
• Why the mundane moments are often the most spiritually impactful
• How Jesus used ordinary life to disciple His followers
• Practical ideas to connect with both younger kids and teens
• How God uses parenting moments to shape your own faith

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Deuteronomy 6:4–7 — Teaching your kids in everyday life
• Matthew 6 & Mark 4 — How Jesus used lilies and storms to teach spiritual truths
• Arizona ATV Adventures
• Book Jerrad to speak: jerradlopes.com
• Grab Dad Tired and Loving It

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