“Many of us exhibit outward success while struggling internally,” writes Orv Kimbrough in Twice Over A Man. As busy dads, we have to navigate two worlds—work and home life. We sat down with Orv for the Father On Purpose Podcast. I came away with this. As a dad, you’re called to be present, provide, and protect. #1 Present: Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed (Isaiah 41:10). God is present. For you, this means being dependable—being around—maybe working less. Be engaged, sharing life with your kids. You’re called to be present—emotionally available—giving support and encouragement. #2 Provide: Death and life are in the power of the tongue (Prov. 18:21). God provides. Yes, providing means food/cash/shelter/clothing. But don’t forget this: you’re called to provide life by how you speak. Guard what your kids hear from your mouth. Be intentional about who influences your kid. Your words have the power to crush or build futures. You provide life, health, and safety in your words. #3 Protect: He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty (Ps. 91:1). God, the Most High, is superior to all other powers. No one and nothing is safer than being with God—in the shadow of the Almighty. Walk closely with Him and find protection. Loneliness and isolation are around every corner and in every bedroom. You’re called to protect your family. Create a safe place where your kids feel secure.

Examples of Grace in the Bible: God wants His people to experience His grace and to know what it means for their lives. To help make that happen, He has provided dozens of examples of His grace in the pages of the Bible. These stories of Scripture remind us that real people have known God’s grace in powerful ways for centuries—and that His grace is still available to us today.

Orv Kimbrough and the Keys to Freedom: Life’s challenges can push us to confront our fears and reassess our beliefs. We’ve all faced moments when fear feels insurmountable, leading us to question our paths and choices. We often find the keys to our liberation in these struggles. Orv shares his journey of overcoming fear and the transformative power of faith in Christ. He discusses how shifting our perspective can guide us toward forgiveness and optimism, revealing that our fears don’t have to define us.