Becoming a dad changes a man instantly — and in this episode, I get to watch that transformation in my own son. Brandon and I talk honestly about the moment Mabel arrived, the joy, the weight, the wonder, and how God equips ordinary men for extraordinary love. We explore serving your wife through pregnancy, learning as you go, and why this sacred calling is both gift and responsibility. If you’re a new dad or expecting one, this episode holds special value.

In this episode, Mike shares one of his most personal stories yet—the pain of growing up without an engaged or affectionate father, and the redemptive journey of discovering what true fatherhood looks like through God Himself.
It’s a story of healing, forgiveness, and transformation—how being fathered by God can empower you to become for your children what you never had for yourself.
If you’ve ever carried wounds from your past or wondered how to break the cycle, this one’s for you.

Your voice as a father does more than correct or instruct—it shapes identity. In this episode, Dr. Mike Ayers unpacks the lasting impact of a dad’s words, weaving together personal stories, biblical insight, and practical psychology to show how affirmation builds strength while careless words leave wounds that echo for years. Discover how to speak life into your children, even if you've blown it before, and learn how your voice becomes their inner voice.