“Whoever wants the next generation the most is going to get them,” explained Alex and Stephen Kendrick on a recent episode of the Father On Purpose Podcast. The world is after our kids’ hearts and minds. As believers, we must pursue our families. Hebrews 3:12-13 warns: “Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called ‘today,’ that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.” These verses get at what’s stopping you from making disciples: #1 Feeling Unqualified: If you feel unequipped, focus on God. He honors faithful service. Discipleship means shifting your desires to His. A godly dad relies on God, making him qualified. #2 Messing Up After Mistakes: Confess, repent, and talk openly with your kids about your struggles. Share how your Bible reading or a sermon convicted you. Ask your kids if you’ve failed to keep any promises. The key isn’t avoiding mistakes but how you respond afterward. Encourage your kids daily. Allow me to parse the ancient Greek—every day means “every day”. #3 Self-Deception: Don’t deceive yourself into thinking Jesus is simply one part of your life. If your kids only see you worship on Sunday, it’s likely not enough. Your kids need to see Jesus as your top priority each day. Sin deceives by making disobedience appealing and hiding consequences, hardening your heart against God.

7 WAYS TO SERVE GOD FAITHFULLY: Serving God faithfully is no easy task—especially in a world full of distractions and pressures. But as dads, we’re called to lead by example, showing our families what it means to pursue God wholeheartedly. Let’s commit to this journey, striving to honor God in all we do, for the sake of our families and His glory.

WALKING THROUGH ADVERSITY WITH DARREN WALTER: The truth is, none of us gets through this life without some scars. Whether our struggles are physical, emotional, or spiritual, we will experience adversity, and we will have to choose how to respond to these dark moments of life. Pastor Darren Walter understands the reality of adversity. He’s been there and done that. Most important, he has come through on the other side. And his insights will encourage you to stand strong during your own storms of life.