In this episode we discuss Dads at Work with Don Saucier: Balancing work-life and home life The role of Christian Dads in the workplace The role of provider  Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com About the show: Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and ..read more

In this episode we discuss the Sabbath and rest: Suffering and Pain Do Children experience suffering?  How God comforts us How we comfort our children Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com About the show: Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your r ..read more

In this episode we discuss the Sabbath and rest: How we interpret rest and Sabbath What the Bible says about rest How to shape our children in ways that promote rest   Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com About the show: Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yo ..read more

In this special live episode recording in the U.P. of Michigan: 1 Samuel 2:27-4:22 Eli's story in 1 Samuel and what it means for dad   Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com About the show: Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and your role as a pa ..read more

In this episode: We get a little nerdy reviewing Dr. John Barclay's work on Paul's perspective of Grace.  Karis=Gift/Grace God's gift giving character: Extravagant, gives first, is all He gives, gives regardless of worth, gift produces a desired response, gift not given with regard to the response. How do we give gifts to our kids in a way that is similar to God's?  Won't we spoil our kids if they get gifts all the time?  Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com Resources for this podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oul6_y-Yoeg&ab_channel=Seedbed https ..read more

In this episode: Brando's Story." The little space cadet" What is impatience and what does the Bible say about it?  How does God help us in our impatience? Is impatience an expression of our lack of belief?  What should we do when we feel impatient?  What should we do when our kids are impatient?  Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com Resources for this podcast Song: I Wait For The Lord Artist: Jeremy Camp https://youtu.be/fnSZUqkOUlc podcast Cameron mentioned: The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast - Season 4 Episode 8: Jonathan Pageau About the show: Our sh ..read more

In this episode: Matt's Story What behaviors and accomplishments do we praise our children for?  What does being a successful dad look like? Is it our view, God's view, the world's view?  How does God praise our behaviors and accomplishments?  What are the most imprtant behaviors that we exhibit, in God's eyes?  What the competing behaviors of the world that are praised?  Can't Let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com Resources mentioned in this podcast Blog on False Prophets (mentioned in Can't Let it go) Brando's new song About the show: Our show is abou ..read more

In this episode: Special Guest Ian Lahlum shares a story about anxiety and being a father The difference between emotional anxiety and mental health problem Is anxiety wrong? How do we comfort our children in their own anxieties? When does anxiety cross the line from a spiritual and emotional battle to a mental health disorder?  Ian shares some tips for his own journey through anxiety and combating toxic thoughts Can't let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com Resources mentioned in this podcast Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers Get Your Life Back ..read more

In this episode: Matt shares a story about using shame as a tool and feeling shame as a father The difference between shame and guilt Where does conviction fall in?  How to promote a standard without causing shame Can't let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com Resources mentioned in this podcast https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/battling-the-unbelief-of-misplaced-shame https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/breaking-the-power-of-shame https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/difference-between-guilt-shame/ https://www.crossway.org/articles/10-things-you-should-know-about-sha ..read more

In this episode: We hear a story from Dustin Comer  He has two older adopted boys from Colombia We discuss when our kids don't want to spend time with us Can't let it go contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.com About the show: Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father. On it you will hear three guys working through biblical scripture and real-life events to discover the truth in being disciples and raising disciples. You should listen if you are a dad looking for a community that loves to dig deep into God’s word and apply the lessons to yourself and ..read more