Live with Purpose and Have Fun! with Andy Archer, Starting Pitcher for the Savannah Bananas - Episode 128
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Release Date: 03/10/2025
Father Yourself First with Glen Henry, Creator of Beleaf In Fatherhood - Episode 139
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Today Glen Henry joins us. He started making videos years ago about real life, including the messy stuff. He is the creator of Beleaf In Fatherhood that has hundreds of thousands of followers. His life was changed when his wife asked him what his 5 year plan for their family was? And then she walked out of the room. He was a hip-hop artist that didn't want kids and now he is one of the most powerful voices reshaping what it means to be a modern dad. Glen and his wife have a podcast called How Married Are You? And Glen has a new book coming out called Father Yourself First: Everything You...
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When God Speaks with Michael Ray, founder of Smile Project Louisville - Episode 138
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Michael Ray shares stories of overcoming adversity and living with joy. We talk about the time when God spoke and Smile Project Louisville got started. I saw Michael on Facebook and new I wanted to get to know him and why he wants to put smiles on other people's faces. He has a passion for it and I knew there would be some stories I wanted to hear. AND, I want to smile more! Who doesn't!!! :-) Smile and Be The Reason Someone Smiles Today! AND if you haven't seen Soul on Fire yet, go buy your tickets right now!!! One of the best movies I've ever seen about the best human I've ever...
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Soul On Fire Movie "A tribute to Denny O'Leary" - John O'Leary's Dad's excerpt from his The ABC's of Christianity read by Dan Luigs -Episode 137
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
The SOUL ON FIRE MOVIE COMES OUT TODAY! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! I highly recommend that you bring your family to go see this movie!!! This is the most inspirational movie I've ever seen, you'll love experiencing this movie at the theater with other people! In the movie, you will see a great example of unconditional love. John Corbett (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), plays Denny in the movie and you can see him age and see the progession of Parkinson's disease. My family got to be on set during the filming of the wedding scene of John and Beth O'Leary. My wife took a picture of Denny O'Leary in...
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How to Be Bold and Live Inspired and On Fire with John O'Leary Soul On Fire - Episode 136.2
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
This episode was recorded on the morning of September 10th. This episode opens with an emotional reflection and 4 things Christian Dads can do right now. And then we get into the show. When John O'Leary was just 9 years old, he suffered burns over 100% of his body in a house fire. Doctors gave him less than 1% chance to survive. And yet, by God's grace, the love of his parents and the courage of the community, John not only survived - he has gone on to live a life on fire with purpose! He's a best-selling author, a sought-after speaker, and now the subject of an upcoming major motion picture...
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Soul On Fire with John O'Leary, Founder of Live Inspired and NY Times Best Selling Author of On Fire and In Awe - Episode 136
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Here is a link to buy tickets and group tickets to see . Rent out a whole theater, invite groups or buy a ticket!!! Check out John O'Leary's website Listen to the previous episode recorded in December 2022 I did with John O'Leary This is an Episode for anyone who needs a spark, who are looking for positivity and for people who are wanting to be inspired. If you are looking for a group of guys to do life with, join
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A Challenge to Awaken the Warrior Within - Jason Heinritz, author, husband, dad, pastor and sales leader - Episode 135
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Has your relationship with Jesus gone stale? Do you long for a life of purpose, joy and power... but feel stuck in routine or lukewarm faith? Jason joins us today and we talk about these questions that he addresses in his new book Wake Up Jesus People: Life Giving Disciplines to Awaken the Warrior Within. -Awaken your passion and purpose each morning -Replace mediocrity with clarity, courage and consistency -Anchor your identity in Christ, not culture -Set life priorities that fuel your relationships, purpose and peace Check out Jason's new book Wake Up Jesus People Check out Jason's website ...
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Neuroscience and Coffee Talk with God with Mitch Matthews, Success Coach and DREAM THINK DO Podcast Host - Episode 134
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Mitch is back with us this weak with a really cool challenge at the end of this episode. -How has the Authority Bridge has helped Mitch grow his influence and coaching business? -Has you ever gotten angry when you heard someone tell you not to worry or when you read Philippians 4? And what can we do about it? -What is the Everything Everywhere Fallacy? -What does Masey McLain (she's the actress that plays Beth in Soul On Fire) have to do with the Challenge that Mitch Matthews throws out this week? Check out Mitch Matthews website and Unlock 10 Keys to Living Your Best Life And a link to...
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Strength Under Control: A Christian Dad with Mitch Matthews, Christian Success Coach and DREAM THINK DO Podcast Host - Episode 133
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Little change, this one opens with a prayer from Mitch. Mitch Matthews, host of the DREAM THINK DO podcast, joins us today. He's a success coach and has spent the last 20 years helping organizations like Nike, United Airlines and NASA. Most importantly he loves Jesus, his wife/kids and coffee! -How do you incorporate prayer into your life? -Who is paying attention to how your live your life? -Have you ever been burned out? -How has the understanding of the word Meek worked against Christian Men for hundreds of years? -What can we do when our kids push our buttons and why are they so good at...
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"From Drift to Drive" with Chris Robinson, Author, Speaker and Executive VP of Maxwell Leadership - Episode 132
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Excited to have Chris Robinson on with us to talk about a dangerous place in life and what to do about it. It's a place we refer to as "The Drift". Chris wants to help everyone break free from the comfortable trap of "Satisfactory Achievement." He is married, with 6 children and a successful career in John Maxwell's organization and he found himself in a dangerous place. That place is the Secret Place of Satisfactory Success. Some call it "Being Asleep at the Wheel". On this episode, Chris shares: -About his own faith life - Life is better on the other side of YES! -The moment he...
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Something is Missing... Now What? with Brian McRae, Speaker, Coach, Top 1% Mortgage Lender, Referral Relationship Expert - Episode 131
The Journey of a Christian Dad Podcast
Excited to share this episode with you. There are some emotional moments in this episode. Our guest this week is a Servant Leader who helps leaders win at work and win at home! I've seen Brian McRae positively impact hundreds of people that I know, including myself. For years I prayed for a mentor in my business life. God answered that prayer in spades in his time, not mine. Brian IS one of these mentors that God brought into my life. Truly an answered prayer. Study, practice and teach is a theme in this podcast. What's the best way that you learn? For me, it's when I teach. -Who do you spend...
info_outlineSo excited to have Andy Archer with us today. He's a 27 year old Starting Pitcher for the Savannah Bananas.
He tells us the journey through college, the dissapointment about the minor league draft, joining the workforce and then into how teaching a group of kids at Sunday School changed his life.
As I talked with Andy, I put myself in his shoes and also thought about what his parents thought about the decisions he made in his life.
-risks he took
-surfing on lunch break
-living a comfortable life vs living a life with purpose and using your God giving abilities
-reading the Bible cover to cover
-living away from all of his family and looking for ways to serve
-how can you catch your kids imagination and be influenced by things that are good, true and beautiful
Some questions to ponder:
-when are times of life when someone can be depressed?
-what do you do when you feel like your sin makes you not worthy of God's love?
-what are some of the hardest words to say?
Something I'm focused on is finding ways to have fun with my wife and daughters and also having fun while we are together. Whether we are playing sports, watching videos, doing houswork, going on an adventure day or just hanging out, it's important for me remember to have fun, laugh and connecting with my family.
I wanted to record this podcast as a reminder for us dads to have FUN! Sometimes fun requires us to be uncomfortable. Andy talks about how he was below average dancer and one of the things he loves the most is the choreographed dancing that the Bananas do. He tells a cool story about doing the "Thunderstruck" dance. His story made me think about when I relax and am goofy with my family and let go of caring about being judged by other people.
The Savannah Bananas are a lot of fun! Check them out in person with your family and on YouTube!
Challenge: Have a conversation with one of your guy friends and read the same chapter of the Bible and discuss what each of you got out of it.
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