He rocked the American Idol stage and topped the Christian charts with hits like "Build a Boat," but Colton Dixon never expected his next project would be... a children's book! Fresh off the Winter Jam tour, Colton sits down with Matthew West to talk about his surprising new book, also titled "Build a Boat," inspired by his smash song and his four-year-old twin daughters. Let's go to the Story House!

In this week's Dadvice we continue to discuss ways we can live unashamed for Jesus. Join my dad and I as we look at three astronauts who have been bold in their faith. We hope this encourages you to take every opportunity you can to share the gospel!

Pull up a chair for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation as Matthew West welcomes his wife of almost 22 years, Emily West, back to the podcast! They dive into the real-life ups and downs of marriage, parenting young adults, and the constant journey of trusting God.Emily shares insights from their recent trip visiting their daughter Lulu at YWAM (Youth With A Mission) in Hawaii, witnessing incredible faith in the next generation while wrestling with the parental challenge of letting go. Hear Emily's powerful reminder for anyone worried about their kids: "In His will is the safest place for all of us to be".

Dadvice: God is calling you to stand up and stand out

What happens when the music industry tells you "no," your label drops you, and your dreams seem impossible? For country artist Drew Baldridge, it was just the beginning of an incredible faith journey.Join Matthew West as he sits down with Drew Baldridge to hear his powerful testimony of perseverance, faith, and unexpected triumph. Drew shares the raw story behind his viral hit "She's Somebody's Daughter" – from losing his record deal and facing constant rejection from Nashville gatekeepers, even after the song exploded on TikTok.If you've ever faced failure, felt overlooked, or wondered if God still has a plan for your dreams, this conversation is for you. Drew's story is proof that sometimes God uses the valleys and the "no's" as a setup for something bigger.

Dadvice: The gifts of Easter

Ever felt ashamed or alone in your doubts about God? Wonder if your questions make you a "bad" Christian? You're not alone. Today, we are entering a deeply honest and encouraging conversation with special guest Craig Groeschel, pastor of Life.Church and bestselling author. We dive into the powerful message of Craig's book, "The Benefit of Doubt," exploring how wrestling with tough questions and uncertainties doesn't have to destroy your faith – it can actually lead to a stronger, deeper, and more resilient relationship with God. Let’s go to the Story House!

Dadvice: The spirit is willing

Every artist has a story, and Peter Burton's is one you need to hear. This episode is a deep dive into his journey of faith, resilience, and the power of music to heal. Peter opens up about his struggles with mental health, the pivotal moments that shaped his faith, and the inspiration behind his moving new song, "Where Would I Be." From a broken guitar to a renewed sense of purpose, Peter's story reminds us that God can use even our deepest wounds to bring hope to others. Let’s go to the Story House!Connect with Matthew!Newsletter: ⁠https://matthewwest.lnk.to/emailsignup ⁠Facebook: ⁠https://matthewwest.lnk.to/FB⁠Instagram: ⁠https://matthewwest.lnk.to/IG⁠Website: ⁠https://matthewwest.lnk.to/website⁠YouTube: ⁠https://matthewwest.lnk.to/YT⁠TikTok: ⁠https://matthewwest.lnk.to/TikTok⁠Amazon: Ask Alexa to "follow Matthew West on Amazon Music!"

Today’s Dadvice is all about praying to God for your breakthrough. The Lord showed up for David in the Bible, and He surely will show up for you! No matter what you are facing today, an answer from God is on the way. My dad and I hope this encourages you!