Abba Father

In this episode we discuss the Sabbath and rest:Suffering and PainDo Children experience suffering? How God comforts usHow we comfort our childrenCan't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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 com...

In this episode we discuss the Sabbath and rest:How we interpret rest and SabbathWhat the Bible says about restHow to shape our children in ways that promote rest Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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...

In this special live episode recording in the U.P. of Michigan:1 Samuel 2:27-4:22Eli's story in 1 Samuel and what it means for dad Can't Let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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 th...

In this episode:We get a little nerdy reviewing Dr. John Barclay's work on Paul's perspective of Grace. Karis=Gift/GraceGod'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 gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResource...

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 gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources for this podcastSong: I Wait For The Lord Artist: Jeremy Camphttps://youtu.be/fnSZUqkOUlcpodcast Cameron mentioned:The Jo...

In this episode:Matt's StoryWhat 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 gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcastBlog on False P...

In this episode:Special Guest Ian Lahlum shares a story about anxiety and being a fatherThe difference between emotional anxiety and mental health problemIs 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 thoughtsCan't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this...

In this episode:Matt shares a story about using shame as a tool and feeling shame as a fatherThe difference between shame and guiltWhere does conviction fall in? How to promote a standard without causing shameCan't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcasthttps://www.desiringgod.org/messages/battling-the-unbelief-of-misplaced-shamehttps://www.desiringgod.org/articles/breaking-the-power-of-shamehttps://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/difference...

In this episode:Brando shares a story about angerOverview of John Piper Article on Killing AngerSurvey of scripture Can we have righteous anger? Journey to Gentleness contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comResources mentioned in this podcast- https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/killing-anger/- https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/doubt-your-own-angerAbout the show:Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father.On it you will hear three guys worki...

In this episode:We hear a story from Dustin Comer He has two older adopted boys from ColombiaWe discuss when our kids don't want to spend time with usCan't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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...

In this episode:Talking with our kids about coronavirus, suffering, sickness, and God's wordApplication for having grounded non-sensational talks Can't let it gocontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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 com...

In this episode:Exploring some of the Old Testament stories with our kidsReorienting our hearts and eyes to see Christ in the Old TestamentCoronavirus! contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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 th...

In this episode:Our examples of our kids working through the topic of deathan article about 5 ways to talk about death with childrenCaptain Americacontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout 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...

In this episode:Consequences and Follow ThroughGod's Covenant FaithfulnessKeeping Promises with our Kidscontact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comAbout: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...

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 parent.In this episode:How to talk to your kiddos about sinHow our heavenly Father treats our sinHow our bibl...

Our show is about growing as a father by learning from our heavenly father contact us at abbafatherpod@outlook.comOn 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 parent. Bios:Matt - nurse, children’s book author. Married since 2011 a...