Discipleship for Dads with Kevin, Todd, Bill and Daniel is a weekly podcast focused on biblical leadership in the home.Each episode equips fathers to raise their children, lead their households, and follow Christ with faithfulness and conviction. Grounded in Scripture and practical application, this podcast speaks directly to men who take their calling as fathers seriously.New episodes release every Friday.https://generations.org/dfd
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Nov 13, 2026 · 30:56
Christian families are better off today than any other time in history – yet often our kids are ungrateful, entitled, and unhappy. Kevin Swanson is joined by David Braun and Bill…
Nov 6, 2026 · 33:52
Prices are up, wages are flat, and a house now takes almost half the family budget. If you’re a dad feeling the weight of providing for your family, this one’s for you. Kevin…
Oct 30, 2026 · 32:45
What should you know about raising kids who progress slower, require more attention, and increase the levels of stress for parents? Kevin Swanson is joined by David Braun and…
Oct 23, 2026 · 32:07
How do you raise children who still want to be around you when they’re grown? Kevin Swanson, Danny Craig, and Bill Roach start with 1 John 4. Your kids learn love from a father…
Oct 16, 2026 · 30:49
Jesus wants you to love and serve your wife today, and it’s easy to get into a holding pattern THINKING you’re doing that. But when the chips come down, how well are you REALLY…
Oct 9, 2026 · 36:06
Homeschooling can be chaotic, and it’s easy to let the big things slip sometimes. But…what ARE the big things? Kevin Swanson sits down with Daniel Craig and Bill Roach to…
Oct 2, 2026 · 31:45
Your family schedule is a statement about what matters most in your life. God has given us a tremendous gift in time – and everyone uses it for the things they believe to be the…
Sep 25, 2026 · 37:23
Sunday morning shouldn't feel like survival. In this episode of Discipleship for Dads, Kevin Swanson, Todd Strawser, Bill Roach, and Danny Craig talk through how to actually help…
Sep 18, 2026 · 33:11
What do you do if you started raising your kids with “gentle parenting,” and only just discovered what biblical discipline looks like? How should you start administering the rod…
Sep 11, 2026 · 34:44
Your phone might be the biggest discipleship battle in your home - and you don't even realize it. In this episode of Discipleship for Dads, Kevin Swanson, Todd Strawser, and…
Sep 4, 2026 · 37:24
As dad, you’re the tip of the spear in the spiritual battle for your family. The dads talk about their own experiences in spiritual warfare, including examples from their own…
Aug 28, 2026 · 30:41
Some homes raise kids under a list of man-made rules — others let anything go. Both are a form of rebellion against God. The dads discuss how fathers can set biblical standards…
Aug 21, 2026 · 30:25
The dads discuss the difficult process of preserving and growing your relationship with kids who are leaving for marriage – rather than stepping back too far or holding on too…
Aug 14, 2026 · 40:27
Is it normal for children to fight on a daily basis over stupid things like who sits in the middle seat of the car? Why do things keep getting worse, even with constant…
Aug 7, 2026 · 33:11
Is it still possible to pay off a house before you’re 30? If so, how can we support our children toward this goal? The dads talk about how young men they know have achieved this…
Jul 31, 2026 · 40:26
Many men compulsively side with women, whether they’re right or wrong. But we should be more jealous for God’s honor than women’s, and more fearful of what He thinks. The dads…
Jul 24, 2026 · 35:29
We are to raise our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord – but what are the basics of doing this? The dads talk about their own practices: the place of family…
Jul 17, 2026 · 37:59
Scripture treats complaining and ingratitude with immense gravity. But how do we teach a whiny six year old about the eternal ramifications of discontentment? The dads talk about…
Jul 10, 2026 · 32:21
Women offer their bodies as living sacrifices to bring forth children. Being pregnant doesn’t give them a pass to sin – but it does require an extra measure of grace. How can we…
Jul 2, 2026 · 31:49
In this follow-up to last week's program about navigating spritual crises of faith, the dads talk about what to do when your child has already abandoned the faith. They discuss…
Jun 26, 2026 · 40:32
There’s no greater joy to see your kids walking in the truth; no greater sorrow to see them abandon it. Yet 66% of 20 year olds will abandon the churches of their teen years.…
Jun 12, 2026 · 31:54
When in-laws criticize and undermine your parenting choices, what do you do? When trying to reason together just creates contention, how should you respond? When a mother-in-law…
Jun 5, 2026 · 38:30
The dads discuss fiery trials, and what has God taught them through these. They talk about long-term grinding down vs sudden crushing…the value of being forced to wait on the…
May 29, 2026 · 32:17
The dads discuss sheltering kids from the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—while still living in the world. They ask whether you can ever…
May 22, 2026 · 28:31
Comparison parenting is everywhere — in the pew, the homeschool co-op, and your own head. The dads dig into why we compare spouses, children, and churches…how comparison reveals…
May 15, 2026 · 30:45
What if your wife feels like you’re not prioritizing your family enough compared to your work—especially ministry work? The dads answer a listener question about balancing the…
May 8, 2026 · 39:07
The dads talk about happy marriages, and how to build them. They discuss unity of vision (rather than division that kids can exploit)…what’s more important than being…
May 1, 2026 · 32:11
Lying, anger, laziness, lust — family is a beautiful opportunity for gospel life! The panel discusses how to remain hopeful even when kids keep committing the same sins…how to…
Apr 17, 2026 · 32:39
He who troubles his house shall inherit the wind — so a workaholic is no better than a sluggard. The panel discusses keeping it between these ditches: breaking a control-freak…
Apr 10, 2026 · 44:32
Apr 3, 2026 · 29:39
With the average marriage age at 29–32, the average man hooked on porn, and the average woman a feminist, it’s not easy finding godly suitors. How are we to identify them? How…
Mar 27, 2026 · 43:49
What can you do if you have children from toddlers to teenagers, and you feel like you’re not making headway with family discipleship? What are the top issues to focus on, and…
Mar 20, 2026 · 34:02
Scripture commands that we nurture our children in the admonition of the Lord (Eph. 6:4)—but sometimes it just doesn’t seem to work. The panel discusses the place of spanking in…
Mar 13, 2026 · 38:54
Proud, hypocritical spouses are sadly not unusual in Christian homes. Unsubmissive wives who refuse to attend church — or unloving husbands who refuse to lead the family. They…
Mar 6, 2026 · 29:22
What plans would you change if you knew you were doing to die tomorrow? Forget money — what will your children remember you for? What do you want to pass on to them in turn…and…
Feb 27, 2026 · 29:56
Cowardice, people-pleasing, apathy, self-seeking — these sins are passive and easy to overlook. But when indulged, relationships dwindle, children drift, and households…
Feb 20, 2026 · 33:01
Your marriage should tell the story of the gospel — but irritation and busyness often drag it off course, especially once you have kids. The panel talks about practical ways to…
Feb 13, 2026 · 37:46
The panel discusses the classic concern: how could any child become socially and relationally mature without attending a state school? But what is socialization, defined…
Feb 6, 2026 · 32:53
God has made Dad the principal of the homeschool…not the teacher’s assistant. But are you engaged enough to bear this level of responsibility? If not, what should you be doing?…
Jan 30, 2026 · 39:18
When kids are young, we put ourselves between them and the world, the flesh, and the devil. But as they mature, they must learn to fight for themselves. So how can we teach our…
Jan 23, 2026 · 33:57
The panel discusses the tricky process of children growing up while still living at home. How do you avoid being too controlling…and too permissive? What are the warning signs…
Jan 16, 2026 · 28:58
The panel lays bare the fatherhood lessons they took away from 2025 — from inching toward an empty nest and trusting God with the kids…cultivating relationships with adult…
Jan 9, 2026 · 42:28
Work takes up 40–50 hours a week—so it’s shaping us and shaping our kids whether we realize it or not. What does it look like to work unto the Lord instead of working for…
Jan 2, 2026 · 38:39
Every home drifts unless someone steers. Dads, God calls you to set direction—starting with Scripture, then bringing your wife alongside, and then translating vision into doable…
Dec 26, 2025 · 46:20
For generations, Christian homes operated as miniature economies where moms, dads, and children worked, served, and built together—but that vision has been largely lost. The dads…
Dec 19, 2025 · 43:11
Spiritual drift is rarely dramatic—it’s quiet, subtle, and often unnoticed until you’ve drifted “900 miles” from where you started. Kevin and the dads talk honestly about the…
Dec 12, 2025 · 44:16
The dads confront the modern “gentle parenting” movement head-on, arguing that its rejection of authority, restraint, and negative consequences has produced fragile families and…
Dec 5, 2025 · 43:09
Sandwiched between Thanksgiving and Christmas, many families quietly slide from “season of gratitude” into “season of grumbling.” In this episode, the dads discuss cultivating…
Nov 28, 2025 · 34:45
If your fathering feels more like a train wreck than a success story, this conversation is for you. The brothers list out the “usual suspects” of failed fatherhood—busy dad,…
Nov 21, 2025 · 45:21
What if your family economy wasn’t just about income streams, but about open doors? Kevin, Danny, and Todd unpack biblical hospitality—philia xenia, love of strangers—as a…
Nov 14, 2025 · 31:49
Programs don’t disciple people—people do. The dads map a Titus 2 pathway out of isolation: become teachable, pursue proximity (real life, not just YouTube), ask older saints for…
Nov 7, 2025 · 38:17
Confronting sin is always difficult. The dads discuss how gratitude, clarity, and humility turn tough moments into growth—anchored in Matthew 18, Galatians 6, and Ephesians 6.…
Oct 31, 2025 · 43:00
If money is a tool, what’s the project? And how can we use it to honor God? This episode defines a family vision, then shows how budgets, savings, and investments align with…
Oct 24, 2025 · 42:28
Is peace with in-laws even possible? Yes—when the gospel leads. The dads discuss transferring headship, giving counsel without grabbing the wheel, planning connection on purpose,…
Oct 10, 2025 · 35:21
Is anonymity quietly discipling you? The dads contrast surface-level groups with the biblical fellowship that knows names, bears burdens, and insists on hope plus discipline.…
Oct 3, 2025 · 39:41
Tired, busy, and unsure where to start? This conversation lays out a doable blueprint for dads: short passages, honest discussion, concrete application, and prayer that engages…
Sep 26, 2025 · 32:26
What’s your Plan B when the modern model of parenting fails? In this energizing episode, the dads explore the lost vision of a working family economy—where children aren’t…
Sep 19, 2025 · 44:34
Conflict in the church is inevitable—but how we respond reveals the depth of our maturity and love for Christ. In this episode, the Discipleship for Dads panel tackles real-life…
Sep 12, 2025 · 35:54
In this edition of Discipleship for Dads, Kevin, Todd, Bill, and Danny discuss the responsibilities a father has in launching daughters and preparing them to leave and cleave.
Sep 5, 2025 · 39:26
Prepare your fields, and then afterward, “build thine house.” Young men are not launching much these days, but dads can make a huge difference here. Here is a thoughtful and…
Aug 29, 2025 · 36:53
Children are born in sin, but God also calls Christian children holy. Parents have a duty to rebuke and correct, but it needs to be done in love. How can parents discipline their…
Aug 15, 2025 · 35:35
How should conflict in marriage be dealt with? Unity typically increases as marriage progresses, but there will always be some disagreement between husbands and wives. Whether it…
Aug 8, 2025 · 35:42
A huge percentage of Christian children are leaving the church. There is no greater joy than to see one's children walking in the truth. However, a big part of flourishing…
Aug 1, 2025 · 53:33
What does it mean for us as husbands and fathers to sacrificially serve and love our wives and children? What perspectives can we adopt to help us do this well? What disconnects…
Jul 25, 2025 · 35:40
Nothing is more important than raising sons to be shepherd-leaders in the family and church. We want our sons to be Christians and churchmen who love the body of Christ. But what…
Jul 18, 2025 · 49:34
What’s a good daughter-dad? How does a dad raise a daughter to be a woman of God? How might we teach our daughters to fear God, submit in meekness, and be full of faith and…
Jul 11, 2025 · 47:39
The most important thing in a boy's life is the presence of other men and fathers or father figures in their lives. To be there for his sons and to raise them to be strong men of…
Jul 4, 2025 · 33:30
How do you get along well with managers who are hard to work with? How do you approach the difficult coworker—those who don’t get along well in the sandbox? What happens when…
Jun 27, 2025 · 34:14
What are some ways that husbands can show love and affection for their wives? How can a husband support his wife spiritually, physically, and mentally? Kevin, Bill, and Todd…
Jun 20, 2025 · 35:59
Kill sin or it will be killing you. This is the battle plan for every Christian. It’s violent. It’s personal. And, it’s every day. This discipleship for dads panel discusses what…
Jun 6, 2025 · 45:25
Here are some honest reflections of spiritual life from four dads. Why is there ebb and flow in a devotional life? What does a healthy personal prayer life look like? And how do…
May 30, 2025 · 49:55
We take up peer pressure and peer influence on this edition of Discipleship for Dads. What makes for good friendships, edifying peers, and wise counsel? And how do we proactively…
May 23, 2025 · 40:41
Every child exhibits rebellion, because we are all rebels by nature. But, what about the prodigal teen that takes the wrong path and exhibits full-bore rebellion? What is the…
May 16, 2025 · 44:52
How does Lot raise his kids in Sodom? Evidently, it didn’t work out well for Lot. But, how do we speak of the sins of Sodom with our children? What if an uncle wishes to justify…
Apr 28, 2025 · 39:51
How do you determine when to leave a church, and when you do leave, how should you leave the church? This is an important topic that all Christians need to address. The church is…
Apr 22, 2025 · 22:14
It's important for families to delight and rejoice in all the good things that God provides. Naturally, it's easy to want to isolate oneself from relationship with others.…
Apr 14, 2025 · 42:11
Due to some recording issues, the quality of this audio is poor. Marriage is under attack in our world today, and is one of the biggest battlegrounds for a Christian family.…
Apr 10, 2025 · 48:13
The importance of Scripture in a father's life cannot be overstated. To be nurtured, convicted, and exhorted by God's Word every day should take high priority in every dad's…
Apr 8, 2025 · 41:11
Today, homeschooling is typically mother-led. However, it's important that fathers be involved in this vital part of raising children as well. To what extent should a dad be…
Apr 2, 2025 · 40:32
An important part of being a parent is discipline, but we want to be sure that we don't separate the gospel from law. How can parents incorporate a gospel message into their…
Mar 25, 2025 · 46:50
In this segment of Discipleship for Dads, we visit the importance of church vs. family. The reality is that fathers, families, and churches need to be revived, but what should…
Mar 18, 2025 · 53:42
The Bible encourages us to “seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.” What does this look like for the average dad? In…
Mar 5, 2025 · 55:12
In this segment of Discipleship for Dads, Kevin Swanson, Todd Strawser, Danny Craig, and Bill Roach discuss the challenges of marriage, dating, and courtship. How important is it…
Feb 28, 2025 · 44:47
How do we do family worship well? What does it look like? Is it simply studying the Bible as a family, or should it include other elements such as singing praises to God? And how…
Feb 19, 2025 · 58:34
On this segment of Discipleship for Dads, Kevin Swanson, Danny Craig, and Todd Strawser address the sensitive but important topic of sexuality. Our world is an individualized…
Feb 12, 2025 · 45:01
Relationships are often destroyed by anger and pride in the home. How can dads go about rebuilding these relationships? What are some practical ways to combat an angry spirit in…
Feb 6, 2025 · 40:27
What is laziness? Is it a sin? What are the outward manifestations of laziness sprouting within a child’s life? What is a Biblical view of work, rest, and recreation, and how can…
Jan 31, 2025 · 48:34
Jan 24, 2025 · 51:54
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