Dad Tired

Why the Modern Family Is Breaking (and How to Fix It): Step 006


Listen Later

Father + Son Alaska Trip 2026

If you’ve ever felt exhausted as a dad — like you’re genuinely trying but something still feels “off” — today’s episode is going to give you language, clarity, and a fresh blueprint for fatherhood.

I sit down with Jeremy Pryor, one of the leading voices on shaping a multigenerational family on mission. Jeremy argues that most modern dads are using a brand-new cultural blueprint for family… and it’s not working.

This conversation is full of hope, honesty, and practical steps to help you create a home your kids will want to belong to for generations.

What You’ll Learn

  • Why the modern Western family structure is historically unusual — and often ineffective
  • The biblical blueprint for family that leads to connection, mission, and long-term joy
  • The power of three generations at one table
  • How to win your child’s heart through simple weekly rhythms
  • Why intentional dads must play both offense and defense in today’s culture
  • How to protect your child spiritually in a world full of digital “portals”
  • What it looks like to raise kids who stay connected long after they leave your home

Key Takeaways

• Strong families begin with healed men.
You cannot lead your home if you’re disconnected from Jesus or from your own heart.

• Ideas matter.
Most dads inherited a blueprint that leads to isolation — not mission.

• Connection is built through rhythm, not random effort.
Weekly feasts, 1:1 traditions, family stories, and regular check-ins matter.

• Your kids need your protection — spiritually, emotionally, digitally.
Today’s culture demands intentional defense, not passive hope.

• Legacy starts now.
You’re building something your grandkids will feel — whether intentionally or by default.

Resources Mentioned

Free Step 6 PDF: dadtired.com/7steps
Jeremy Pryor’s Family Teams Resources: familyteams.com
Jeremy’s Book: Family Revision
Sponsor: Backgate Prayers — Use code DADTIRED
Make a donation to the ministry
here

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Dad TiredBy Jerrad Lopes

  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9

4.9

1,375 ratings


More shows like Dad Tired

View all
Wild at Heart by John Eldredge

Wild at Heart

1,703 Listeners

FamilyLife Today® by FamilyLife Network

FamilyLife Today®

1,716 Listeners

The Dad Edge Podcast by Larry Hagner

The Dad Edge Podcast

1,518 Listeners

Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex by Dr. Juli Slattery and Authentic Intimacy®

Java with Juli - Making Sense of God and Sex

1,664 Listeners

The Church of Eleven22 by The Church of Eleven22

The Church of Eleven22

1,098 Listeners

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast by Jim Ramos

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

391 Listeners

Fierce Marriage by Ryan and Selena Frederick

Fierce Marriage

4,261 Listeners

Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson by Undaunted.Life

Undaunted.Life: A Man's Podcast by Kyle Thompson

1,765 Listeners

Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin by Pastor Joby Martin

Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin

591 Listeners

The Pour Over by The Pour Over

The Pour Over

4,393 Listeners

John Mark Comer Teachings by Practicing the Way

John Mark Comer Teachings

1,827 Listeners

Live Free with Josh Howerton by Lakepointe Church

Live Free with Josh Howerton

1,725 Listeners

The Mark Driscoll Podcast by Mark Driscoll

The Mark Driscoll Podcast

1,968 Listeners

The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson by Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson

The Daily Blade: Joby Martin & Kyle Thompson

1,692 Listeners

Intentional Fatherhood by Brook Mosser, Justin Whitmel Earley

Intentional Fatherhood

391 Listeners