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Ep. 51 | The Danger of Turning First to AI
May 1, 2026
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Ep. 50 | Are We Scaring Our Kids into Leaving the Faith
Apr 24, 2026
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Ep. 49 | Shepherding Your Child Through Change
Apr 16, 2026
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Ep. 48 | Generational Progress
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/1/26 |  Ep. 51 | The Danger of Turning First to AI✨ | faithparenting+3 | — | Growing FathersAI+5 | — | AIfaith+5 | — | 45m 43s | |
| 4/24/26 | Ep. 50 | Are We Scaring Our Kids into Leaving the Faith | Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/are-we-scaring-our-kids-into-leaving-the-faith/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | Ep. 49 | Shepherding Your Child Through Change | Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | Ep. 48 | Generational Progress | Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/generational-progress/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | Ep. 47 | How to Help Your Teen with Doubts | In this episode, John Dalrymple interviews Aaron Barry about guiding children through doubts in faith. They discuss biblical and practical strategies for helping kids face questions about God's existence, the Bible's reliability, and other worldview challenges, emphasizing the importance of modeling faith and engaging with other perspectives.Resources:Inductive Bible Study Method - https://www.logos.com/grow/how-to-inductive-bible-study/10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity - https://amzn.to/4v9JJLS--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | Ep. 46 | Does God Punish Children for the Sins of Their Parents? | Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/does-god-punish-children-for-the-sins-of-their-parents/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | Ep. 45 | Sing with Your Kids | In this episode, John and Kristopher discuss why Christian dads should sing with their children and how this simple practice shapes faith in the home. Drawing from Andrew French’s article, they explore the biblical foundations for singing, how music helps children remember truth, and why dads don’t need musical talent to lead their families in song. They also share practical ways families can begin singing together and how a father’s example can cultivate a love and value for worshipping God in his children.Resources: Family Worship by Don Whitney (https://amzn.to/47daK5t)Sing!: How Worship Transforms Your Life, Family, and Church by Keith and Kristyn Getty (https://amzn.to/46VJaL1) --------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | Ep. 44 | How to Help Your Children Love Reading | In this episode, John and Kristopher discuss the importance of fostering a love for reading in children and share practical strategies for parents. They share personal stories, resources, and ideas to help parents cultivate lifelong readers and spiritual growth.Resources: A Complete Classical Christian School Reading List: Grades 1-8 by Justin Taylor (https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/justin-taylor/a-complete-classical-christian-school-reading-list-grades-1-8/) Connie Dever’s Book List (https://praisefactory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-Booklist-with-Articles.pdf) Honey for a Child's Heart by Gladys Hunt (https://amzn.to/3zj8mNP)Yoto Players (https://amzn.to/46YtXsK)Redeemed Reader (https://redeemedreader.com/)--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | Ep. 43 | Why I Took My 10-year-old to Africa | In this episode, John shares why he took his 10-year-old son on a two-week mission trip to Africa and what he hoped his son would gain from the experience. they talk honestly about the risks, rewards, and spiritual value of taking a child overseas-from building lifelong memories to growing gratitude, grit, and a heart for missions.--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | Ep. 42 | Facing the Loss of a Child | Zach Sparkman discusses the heartbreak of losing a child and how lament helped him move from pain to hope.Article's referenced:- https://www.growingfathers.com/facing-the-loss-of-a-child/- https://www.growingfathers.com/healing-after-losing-a-child/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
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| 1/31/26 | Ep. 41 | Five Signs of Selfish Parenting | Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/five-signs-of-selfish-parenting/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | Ep. 40 | The Problem with Productivity | In this episode, John and Kristopher explore thedifference between getting things done and bearing lasting fruit as Christian dads. Drawing from Scripture and the article Fruitfulness over Productivity, they discuss why a checklist mindset can undermine parenting, discipleship, andspiritual growth. The conversation reframes productivity through the lens of abiding in Christ, viewing interruptions as opportunities, and prioritizing long-term fruit over short-term efficiency. A call to pursue faithfulness and fruitfulness—not just busyness—in everyday life and fatherhood. Resources Mentioned:Fruitfulness over Productivity — Andrew Lee (https://www.growingfathers.com/fruitfulness-matters-more-than-productivity/)Redeeming Productivity by Reagan Rose (https://amzn.to/4jHNFOy) Habits of Grace –David Mathis (https://amzn.to/4qPG6Ya)Abide in Christ — Andrew Murray (https://amzn.to/4pPZe7S) Sermons:Learning to Abide (https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/7812183280)The Foundations for Abiding (https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/723121835345)You Must Stay Close to Jesus (https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/86121541523)More sermons from John 15 (https://www.sermonaudio.com/broadcasters/gbcmurrieta/sermons?chapter=15&book=JHN) | — | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Ep. 39 | Cultivating a Gospel Sharing Habit | What does evangelism look like in the ordinary life of a Christian dad?In this episode, John Dalrymple and Kristopher Schaal continue their discussion of spiritual habits by focusing on one that is often neglected: telling the good news. The conversation connects the Great Commission to everyday fatherhood, showing that disciple-making doesn’t have to be complicated. Through prayer, intentional time, deeper gospel immersion, and family involvement, Christian dads can cultivate an evangelism habit that strengthens both their faith and the faith of those around them.Resources Mentioned:The Exchange (https://exchangemessage.org/)Discovering God’s Grace - Evangelistic Bible Study (https://bit.ly/3Lt8e4A) Disciple-Making Parent – Chap Bettis (https://amzn.to/47fQ50q)Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life – Donald Whitney (https://amzn.to/49jdf90)Habits of Grace – David Mathis (https://amzn.to/4qPG6Ya)What Is the Gospel? – Greg Gilbert (https://amzn.to/4bwEUEM)The Gospel Primer – Milton Vincent (https://amzn.to/4pEmYvk)Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/3-habits-to-cultivate-in-2021/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 1/11/26 | Ep. 38 | Cultivating a Praying Habit | John and Kris discuss the significance of prayer in the life of a Christian father. They explore how Jesus exemplified a life of prayer and emphasize the importance of cultivating this habit in parenting. The conversation delves into the nature of prayer as fellowship and its effectiveness in accomplishing God's purposes. They provide practical advice on establishing a sustainable prayer rhythm for busy dads and highlight the impact of a praying father on the spiritual culture of the home.Article Referenced: Article referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/3-habits-to-cultivate-in-2021/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 1/1/26 | Ep. 37 | Cultivating a Bible Reading Habit | In this episode of the Growing Fathers podcast, John and Kris discuss the importance of developing spiritual habits as fathers, particularly focusing on reading the Bible and prayer. They share personal stories and insights on how these habits can shape their lives and the lives of their children. The conversation emphasizes the significance of consistency in Bible reading and the impact it has on parenting and spiritual growth.Article referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/3-habits-to-cultivate-in-2021/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | Ep. 36 | Why Christian Camp? | John, Kris, and Bodie discuss the merits of Christian Camp.Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/should-i-send-my-child-to-a-christian-camp/Heart of Camping by Walt Brock: https://www.ironwoodcamp.org/heart-of-camping/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 12/12/25 | Ep. 35 | Teaching Your Kids to Work | --------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 12/4/25 | Ep. 34 | How to Help a Friend Who Has Lost a Child | "When my wife and I lost our son, Zion, in 2023, we were devastated. In the months following his death, getting through the day felt like trying to scale a twelve-foot wall. As we tried to figure out this new normal of living with intense and overwhelming grief, it took an enormous amount of effort and mental energy to do the bare necessities each day.But thankfully, in those dreadful days and months, God brought to us many other people who helped us scale the wall. Without the patient encouragement and loving involvement of friends and family, we would have struggled even more than we did. Though they couldn’t fix the problem or reduce the pain, they could give us a boost to lift our spirits and lighten our load." - Zach SparkmanArticle Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-help-a-friend-who-has-lost-a-child/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 11/20/25 | Ep. 33 | Thanksgiving as a Year Round Flavor | --------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | Ep. 32 | Cultivating Gratitude in Your Family | Has Thanksgiving become more about food and family and football than giving thanks to God for His abundant provision? In this episode, we’re talking about cultivating gratitude in the home. We will walk through 5 Bible verses (Rom. 1:21-23; Phi. 4:6-7; Col. 2:7, 3:14-15; 1 Thess. 5:18) on thankfulness that you could use to teach your kids.Additional Bible passages for study:Exodus 15, 1 Chronicles 16:34, Psalms 9:1; 28:7; 69:30; 92:1;100; 107:1; 118:1; 136:1, Daniel 6:10, Luke 17:11–19, 2 Corinthians 9:11–12, Ephesians 5:20, Philippians 4:6, Colossians 3:15–17, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Hebrews 12:28, Revelation 7:12 Links:https://www.growingfathers.com/using-simple-scriptures-to-cultivate-gratitude/https://youtu.be/vphQ55-G9fYhttps://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/112161410551--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 11/6/25 | Ep. 31 | Systematic Theology for Kids | Why is Systematic Theology so important for kids? In this episode, we highlight a handful of terrific resources and discuss how parents can use these to teach their children about God, man, sin, salvation, the church, and many otherimportant theological topics.Big Theology for Little Hearts (Board Books) by Devon and Jessica Robyn ProvencherEverything A Child Should Know About God by Kenneth TaylorLeading Little Ones to God: A Child's Book of Bible Teachings by MarianSchoollandThe Ology: Ancient Truths Ever New by Marty Machowski (Growing Fathers Book Review)Big Truths for Young Hearts by Bruce Ware Other:Tiny TheologiansNew City CatechismTruth:78Kids4TruthAdventure Club--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 10/30/25 | Ep. 30 | Teaching Your Children about Baptism | In this episode, John and Kris discuss the importance of teaching children about baptism. They explain the significance of baptism as a step of obedience, apublic profession of faith, a symbol of union with Christ, and an identification with the body of Christ—the Church. Their conversation also covers the timing of baptism, the connection between baptism and churchmembership, and the role of parents in guiding their children through this important spiritual step. Article Link: https://www.growingfathers.com/teach-your-kids-about-baptism/Growing in Grace Discipleship Booklet: https://bit.ly/4350knHUnderstanding Baptism by Bobby Jamieson: https://amzn.to/4hCBRw3 | — | ||||||
| 10/24/25 | Ep. 29 | Counseling Your Children about Salvation | "One of the most exciting and terrifying jobs of a parent is to present the decision for salvation to your children."Join John and Kris, as they discuss four principles that can help you as you share the gospel with your children.Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/how-to-share-the-gospel-with-children/Additional Article about Convicting Children: https://www.growingfathers.com/is-it-right-to-convict-my-children/--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 10/16/25 | Ep. 28 | Suffering & Loss (Part 2) | In part two, Paul continues his story by sharing about his ongoing battle with cancer and the ways faith is tested and strengthened through suffering. He discusses the significance of community support, the power of music in grief (link to his Spotify playlist below), and the freedom that comes through honesty and transparency before God and others.Article Referenced: https://www.growingfathers.com/when-god-says-no/Paul's Lament Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4UIZLy1ewC3zmBBcHtyhGZ?si=AhxA_pjwRa2xejbRZ1JHRwBook Recommendation - Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys by Drew Hunter--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
| 10/9/25 | Ep. 27 | Suffering & Loss | In this first episode, John Dalrymple talks with Paul Whitt about walking through profound grief after deep personal loss. Paul shares candidly about the pain of sorrow and the healing power of lament—what he calls a “bridge to healing.” Together, they explore how honest lament before God opens the way for comfort, faith, and renewed trust in His goodness, even in the darkest seasons.Article Referenced - https://www.growingfathers.com/when-god-says-no/Paul's Lament Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4UIZLy1ewC3zmBBcHtyhGZ?si=f02d1affa6eb42b9Book Recommendation - Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys by Drew Hunter--------------------------------------------------Email: podcast@growingfathers.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/growingfathersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/growing.fathers/Website: https://www.growingfathers.com/ | — | ||||||
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