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- The Most Common Unanswered Questions About Fatherhood
Do you find yourself grappling with unanswered questions and insecurities about fatherhood? Barry addresses the most pressing questions about fatherhood, offering insights and strategies to overcome the void left by an absent father. Learn how to become a good father, process pain and anger, avoid repeating past mistakes, and find positive role models and support.
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TIMELINE
00:00 Unanswered Questions
01:27 Question 1: Becoming a Good Father Without a Father
05:21 Question 2: Processing Pain and Anger from Fatherlessness
08:55 Question 3: Providing What You Never Received
11:09 Question 4: Avoiding Your Father's Mistakes
14:22 Question 5: Impact of Father's Absence on Identity and Relationships
16:04 Question 6: Finding Positive Role Models and Support
19:47 Question 7: Forgiving and Honoring an Absent Father
24:31 fatherseekers.org
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25 min - Are You an Information Seeker or Wisdom Seeker?
In an age flooded with information, are you seeking the right knowledge for true transformation? Barry breaks down the Great Trifecta: wisdom, knowledge, and understanding, to help you filter, process, and apply life-changing information with precision and purpose.
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TIMELINE
00:00 The Information Age
00:20 The Purpose of Seeking Information
00:34 The Difference Between Change and Transformation
01:02 The Ineffectiveness of Information Alone
02:25 The Importance of Purposeful Information Gathering
03:24 The Great Trifecta: Wisdom, Knowledge, and Understanding
04:48 The Pitfalls of Information Overload
08:02 Applying the Great Trifecta
09:52 The Role of Faith in Information Processing
16:34 Daily Practices for Wisdom and Understanding
19:25 Your Challenge...
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
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22 min - The Making of a Man and a Marine: Mark's Story
Barry sits down with his friend Mark Oleck to explore the essence of real manhood, the impact of a father's presence, and the journey to become a godly man. Mark shares his personal story, from his challenging upbringing and transformative experience in the Marine Corps to his successful career and fulfilling family life, offering valuable insights for men seeking to improve themselves and their relationships.
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TIMELINE
00:00 What Makes a Real Man?
00:28 Meet Mark Alec: A Man's Man
01:19 Mark's Family and Early Life
02:17 Joining the Marine Corps
03:25 Confrontation with His Father
04:59 The Search for Mentorship and Identity
11:39 From Marine to Nurse Anesthetist
18:06 Family Legacy
19:03 Bootcamp and the Reality of Military Training
21:41 Bootcamp Lessons
24:09 Identify Your Strengths and Weaknesses
25:12 You Need a Coach
27:02 The Training Kicks In
28:31 Break the Cycle
32:15 Fatherhood and Personal Growth
39:07 Finding Forgiveness and Moving Forward
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43 min - The Charlie Kirk Effect w/ Tyler Gerfers
How did Charlie Kirk's death effect you? Barry is joined by Tyler Gerfers, an on-campus missionary, to discuss the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and its far-reaching impact on campus life and the Christian community. It's time to step up!
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TIMELINE
00:00 A Watershed Moment...
00:12 The Assassination of Charlie Kirk
00:41 Welcome back Tyler Gerfers
02:14 Impact on Campus Life
03:48 The Role of Christianity in Politics
05:01 Reactions and Aftermath
08:52 Encouragement for Pastors and Leaders
30:16 Call to Action for Students
39:10 fatherseekers.org
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41 min - Tyler Gerfer's Turns Past Pain Into Present Purpose
If you grew up without a dad, can you escape the past and find purpose? Tyler Gerfers from Louisiana Monroe's Chi Alpha Campus Ministries tells his story. Barry digs into the Tyler's incredible journey from troubled childhood, meeting Christ on campus and serving the same campus ministry.
Support Tyler and Bethany's Ministry! https://giving.ag.org/donate/700001-295265
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TIMELINE
00:00 From Fatherlessness to Ministry
01:36 Tyler's Work and Mission
04:03 Early Life and Family Struggles
07:14 Reconnecting with His Father
08:53 Forgiveness and Trust
12:23 Impact of Fatherlessness
15:39 Journey to Powerlifting and College
16:49 Meeting His Wife and Ministry Beginnings
22:31 Current Ministry and Challenges
31:22 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
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35 min - The Tables Turn: Barry Tells His Fatherless Story
The weight of fatherlessness is heavy. In this episode, Barry switches roles and gets interviewed by Pastor Kelly Rhodes. Dive deep into Barry's personal story. They discuss his early childhood memories of his own father leaving, being called into ministry, and what kidney failure taught him. Don't miss this candid conversation filled with wisdom and resilience!
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TIMELINE
00:00 Turning the Tables
01:01 Pastor Kelly Rhodes Takes the Lead
03:46 Barry's Childhood Memories
07:53 The Impact of Fatherlessness
12:16 Faith and Ministry Journey
18:14 Understanding God Through Fatherlessness
22:31 Impact of Fatherlessness on Faith
23:14 Struggles and Growth in Prayer
25:00 Lessons from the Heavenly Father
25:56 Experiencing the Trinity
30:06 Transformative Moments in Faith
31:05 A Journey Through Hardships
33:52 A Miraculous Kidney Transplant
40:14 Redefining the Image of God
42:30 The Power of Testimonies
43:32 fatherseekers.org/fatherfuel
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
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45 min - Exploring Resilient Fatherhood: Balancing Self-Reliance and Community
We thrive in community. Barry welcomes back Pastor Kelly Rhodes for an in-depth conversation on resilience in fatherhood. They discuss the pros and cons of radical self-reliance and adaptability, the importance of responding rather than reacting, and how to maintain balanced, healthy relationships.
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TIMELINE
00:00 Introduction to Resilience
01:50 Radical Self-Reliance and Adaptability
03:17 Balancing Self-Reliance and Community
06:33 The Importance of Healthy Relationships
12:01 Deep Empathy and Protective Instincts
19:46 Relentless Commitment to Growth
20:34 Finding Satisfaction in God
21:18 Understanding Relentlessness and Hunger
22:02 Cease Striving and Know God
22:36 Fatherhood and Healing the Fatherless Heart
27:41 The Role of the Church and Community
30:37 Persistent Optimism and Faith
31:20 Authenticity in Faith
36:27 Dive Deeper with FatherSeekers
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
Get discussion guides, devotionals, and more at FS Website
38 min - Pastor Kelly Rhodes Works Through Your Emotional Scars
What happens when emotional scars dictate your life? In this episode, Barry and guest Pastor Kelly Rhodes dive deep into emotional scars and the transformative power of the Gospel in healing fatherhood. They discuss feelings of inadequacy, unresolved grief, and chronic emotional pain, offering practical advice on overcoming these challenges. Tune in to learn how to redefine your self-worth and identity as a son and a father!
Learn more about Pastor Rhoades and LifePoint Church: https://lifepointlebanon.com/
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TIMELINE
00:00 Emotional Scars
00:34 Continued Convo w/ Pastor Kelly Rhodes
01:23 The Entrepreneurial Spirit
04:59 Fatherhood as an Entrepreneurial Endeavor
06:29 Understanding Low Self-Worth
08:01 Healthy Self-Worth vs. Narcissism
09:10 Finding Identity in Christ
13:45 Unresolved Grief
14:38 The Value of Grief
17:59 Practical Steps to Healing
21:28 Emotional Regulation and Anger
23:41 Logically Managing Emotions
24:35 Addressing Lust and Escapism
26:37 Trust Issues and Secure Attachments
29:39 Breaking Unhealthy Attachments
34:22 Persistent Shame and Fear of Rejection
40:56 Embracing Grace and Overcoming Shame
42:11 Final Thoughts and Resources
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
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44 min - The Silent Battles Every Father Faces w/ Pastor Kelly Rhodes
What happens when a man strives to be the father he never had? Barry delves into emotional scars, resilience, and fatherhood challenges with Pastor Kelly Rhodes. They discuss identity, role confusion, seeking spiritual fathers, and the silent battles of fatherless fathers. Discover how to humbly pursue mentorship, build genuine friendships, and redefine success in fatherhood.
Learn more about Pastor Rhoades and LifePoint Church: https://lifepointlebanon.com/
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TIMELINE
00:00 Introduction: The Silent Battles of Fatherhood
00:38 Meet Pastor Kelly Rhodes
01:27 A Legacy of Ministry
04:10 Kelly and Bridget's Love Story
06:59 Journey into Counseling
10:58 The Importance of Spiritual Fathers
21:07 The Importance of Humility and Submission
22:57 Expressing Emotions and Building Intimacy
25:48 Identity and Role Confusion
31:57 Fear of Repeating the Cycle
36:36 Loneliness and Lack of Support
41:30 Conclusion and Resources
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
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44 min - You CAN Break the Cycle of Reactive Fathering
What happens when a fatherless boy refuses to repeat his father's mistakes? Join Barry as he explores the concept of reactive fathering, the dangers of counter identification, and practical steps for becoming a better dad by embodying God’s design for fatherhood.
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TIMELINE
00:00 Deal With It
00:53 Understanding Reactive Fathering
01:24 Personal Story and Realizations
02:26 The Concept of Counter Identification
04:46 The Effects of Reactive Fathering
06:30 Causes of Reactive Fathering
15:36 Breaking the Cycle: Proper Fathering Leadership
16:53 The Importance of Mentorship and Coaching
18:23 Conclusion and Call to Action
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FatherSeekers helps fatherless fathers become better fathers.
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21 min
About Teach Me to Father
From the publisher's feed
Join Barry and his friends as they unwrap their stories and, along the way, mine out the wisdom and knowledge for practical application in every father’s life. Together they discover health and wholeness for fathers, their wives, kids, and generations to come.
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Barry Edgemon is the Founder/Leader of FatherSeekers. He coaches and mentors fatherless fathers. He leads from his personal and professional experience of son, father, pastor, and friend of the fatherless.
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Topics include: how to be a present father, becoming a better dad, fatherhood tips for men, raising kids with faith, dad's role in the family, fatherhood skills, present fatherhood, how to father well, fatherhood coaching for men, father's role in children's identity, fatherhood legacy, building a legacy for your kids, generational legacy, father's influence on children, purpose and identity for men, what am I here for, men's purpose, leaving a mark as a father, father's impact on family, levels of a man's influence, fatherhood blueprint, Christian fatherhood podcast, biblical fatherhood, God as father, faith and family, theology for dads, every dad is a theologian, biblical identity for men, God's design for fathers, scripture for fathers, discernment for Christians, false teachers warning, spiritual leadership in the home, faith-based parenting, healing father wounds, generational trauma healing, breaking generational cycles, men's emotional healing, father wound recovery, childhood wounds adults, overcoming fatherlessness, mental health for dads, men and emotional health, high-functioning and broken, signs a man is falling apart, men and isolation, men numbing pain, fatherless fathers, dads without fathers, how to be a good father, fatherhood podcast, Christian fatherhood, men's faith podcast, new dad advice, fatherhood coaching, fathering without a role model, fatherless son, father hunger, growing up without a dad, men's personal development, Christian men's podcast, podcast for dads who grew up without fathers, Christian podcast about fatherhood and healing, how to break generational cycles as a dad, what does the Bible say about fatherhood, podcast for men healing from childhood wounds, faith-based podcast for new dads, how to build a fatherhood legacy, coaching for men who were raised without fathers, how fathers shape their children's identity, and Christian men overcoming father wounds.