What does the book of 1 Timothy have to teach today's Christian dads?

In this first episode of our new six-part series through 1 Timothy, Kent and Lawson explore Paul's opening letter to Timothy and uncover timeless principles for biblical fatherhood. Rather than getting lost in theological debates, they focus on what matters most for dads who want to lead their families with wisdom, humility, and love.

You'll discover why love—not perfection—is the goal of biblical leadership, how to become a better student of God's Word, and what it means to faithfully disciple your children in a culture filled with competing voices.

Whether you're a new dad or have been leading your family for decades, this conversation will encourage you to approach Scripture with confidence and lead your home with purpose.

In this episode:

• Why Paul wrote 1 Timothy—and why it still matters for fathers today

• The biblical foundation for leading your family well

• How to study the Bible without overcomplicating it

• The difference between teaching information and discipling your children

• Why faithful fathers don't have to be perfect—they simply need to be obedient

If you're ready to become a more intentional, Christ-centered father, this series is for you. We hope you'll stick with us through the next few weeks as we discover the wisdom for dads in 1 Timothy.

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You're not a father on accident. Go be a father on purpose.

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About our hosts:

• Kent Evans is the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps dads become disciple-makers. After a twenty-year career as a business leader, he embarked on biblical Fatherhood ministry projects. He's appeared on television, radio, web outlets and podcasts. He's spoken at parenting and men's events, and authored four books. The first, Wise Guys: Unlocking Hidden Wisdom from the Men Around You, was written to help men learn how to find mentors and wise counsel. The latest, Don't Bench Yourself: How to Stay in the Game Even When You Want to Quit, aims to help dads stay present in their roles as fathers and husbands even when they feel like giving up. Kent's life has been radically affected by godly mentors and his lovely wife, April. They have been married thirty years and have five sons and one daughter-in-law. He lives in Louisville, Kentucky.

• Lawson Brown is husband to his high school sweetheart, a father of two young adult daughters, has been a business leader since 1995, and is a former Marine. He served as a small group leader for teenage boys for many years, helped start the Christian media ministry City on a Hill Productions, then later Sanctuary – a new church in Kennesaw, GA – where he served as its leader for Men's Ministry. Lawson's journey of faith has always been centered in a grounding from his wife, Audrey, and supported throughout by many men whom he's found as brothers along the way. His family is nearing an empty nest phase and has recently relocated to the Florida Gulf Coast beaches area.