Dad In The Trenches

What do you do when God asks you to do something you may not want to do (or may want to ignore)? Jesus is after our transformation and His Spirit wants full union with us. It starts with obedience. Join Aaron in this episode as he shares a little bit of his journey and unpacks 5 transformational keys we as Believers need to grasp. Also find out what changes are ahead for dadinthetrenches in 2021. Links and email mentioned in this podcast: www.leadershift21.com hello@dadinthetrenches Be sure and subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t - to keep up to date with new releases. And follow dadinthetrenches on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/dadinthetrenches/

John Bevere joins us today on the podcast. John is a husband of 38 years, father of 4 adult sons, co-founder of Messenger International, an author of 22 books that have been translated into 111 languages and, per a mandate from the Lord, has given away 41 million equipping and training resources to pastors and leaders in 226 nations. Some questions we delve into on this episode: What does it mean to multiply? What does it mean to be faithful? What kind of impact is God calling you to? What does “ministry” really mean for us who don't have the "platform giftings?" Buckle up! Connect with John and pick up his newest book, "X" Multiply Your God-Given Potential" at: www.johnbevere.com

Today’s guest is movie director and producer, Bradley Hawkins - husband of 35 years, father of 2 grow children, and grandfather of 2 grandaughters. Bradley has had an interesting journey - coming to faith in the “Jesus movement” and coming into acting and film later in life after retiring. Bradley’s most recent short film is called “Calf Rope.” What is the significance of such a name? Listen in and find out! You can connect with Bradley in a host of ways… Facebook: BradleyHawkins - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007225487177 Instagram: @bradley_hawkins - https://www.instagram.com/bradley_hawkins/ Instagram: @calf_rope - https://www.instagram.com/calf_rope/ Web: www.calf-rope.com Watch Bradley’s other short films: Rollercoaster - https://www.amazon.com/Roller-Coaster-Sarah-Hawkins/dp/B01MZ2HE8O/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=rollercoaster&qid=1603836599&s=instant-video&sr=1-2 Filling In - https://www.amazon.com/Filling-Jared-Odrick/dp/B07KXB9KG4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=filling+in&qid=1603836646&s=instant-video&sr=1-1

Today’s guest is Chris Hartenstein - husband of 28 years, father of eight (8) kids, owner of a 2nd generation family business, and founder of The New Frontier Ministries. We talk a lot today about identity and initiation and helping usher our kids into what God has created them to be…through everyday life and also through times of set apart ceremony and rights of passage - something his ministry invests in helping families do well. To connect more with Chris and the ministry, check him out at the following: www.thenewfrontierministries.org IG: thenewfrontierministries IG: living_in_sonship FB: thenewfrontierministries

Today’s topic is a bit of a departure from previous podcasts…however, it is an absolute necessity for us as Dads. Part of our “purpose” as dads is “provision” - that’s both monetary and safety. And today we’re going to key in specifically on the physical safety aspect. I don’t know about many of you and your households, but the physical safety aspect is something we don’t talk a lot about…and frankly, can be a bit uncomfortable - especially when talking with a spouse about this issue - but Andy Murphy makes this topic of safety approachable and he gives us some great tips and starting points for our mindset to get started. The best way to connect with Andy is to start with his website: www.TheSecureDad.com There you can be linked to his social media, podcast, book, courses, and more!

Today’s guest is Morgan Snyder. Morgan is a husband, father of two, author of the recent book “Becoming a King,” and founder and curator of BecomeGoodSoil - which is both the name of his podcast and organization - which is a fellowship offering guidance for a few who are looking for “the narrow road” of becoming the kind of person whom God can entrust his kingdom. Morgan has served for over 20 years with RansomedHeart (“Wild at Heart”) ministries and joins us today to drop serious wisdom gained over the past 20 years of intentional submission to God and His shaping in the trenches of life. You can connect best with what Morgan is doing at www.becomingaking.com which will link you to his podcast, blogs, and more! If today’s episode blessed you - it challenged, encouraged, or equipped you in any way - please leave a 5-star rating and/or review...and even more so, would you share it with another Dad In The Trenches that needs to hear it?!??!

Something a little different than normal in today’s episode. Join Aaron as he unpacks how to truly “own” your circumstances in life using the “C.O.R.E. Process” and discusses the inhibitions we set up in our minds as prohibitions. Given today’s crazy cultural environment (physical and political), you won’t want to miss this episode. As mentioned in today’s episode, visit the following links... *Take the “Dad Survey”: www.dadinthetrenches.com/the-dad-survey *Sign up for FREE “Ascend” leadership resources: www.leadershift21.com *“Contact us” regarding the January 2021 coaching program (be sure and mention dadinthetrenches in your email to gain access to an enrollment discount): www.leadershift21.com

How do you define “success”? We probably all have some common misaligned societal notions for success: job title, paycheck, retirement account $$$ figure, dream house, etc. But is that really it??? Today, my friend, Jonathan Kennedy Jr. joins us to help reframe and redefine the idea of success. He unpacks the “5 forms of capital” we all possess and are gifted to steward, as well as developing multi-generational vision for your family, along with other nuggets of gold that will inspire and challenge you. You won’t want to miss this one... You can connect with Jonathan at the following: www.endeavorcapitalllc.com www.strengtheningendeavors.com IG: @jonathankennedyjr If today’s episode blessed you - it challenged, encouraged, or equipped you in any way - please leave a 5-star rating and/or review...and even more so, would you share it with another Dad In The Trenches that needs to hear it?!??!

New logo. New Focus. Listen in as Aaron unpacks the new “tenets” of DadInTheTrenches: Purpose, Presence, Progress.

Today’s guest needs very little introduction.  John Eldredge joins us on the podcast. I won’t spoil it, but we talk a LOT about hearing and walking with God, as well as very simple and practical tips to get your life back during this day and age and - especially - during these challenging times… You can connect with more of what John is doing here: www.wildatheart.org www.instagram.com/ransomedheart https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/john-eldredge-and-wild-at-heart-audio/ https://www.pauseapp.com

On today’s episode, we get to hear from Kevin Scoggin. Kevin is a husband, a dad of two young kiddos, and a former youth pastor turned entrepreneur and businessman. He runs the Kingdom B School podcast and is a HUGE advocate for others wanting to live out Kingdom values and life in the business spheres of influence. In our time together, we talk about business and entrepreneurship from a Kingdom perspective. We address common myths about success and "ministry" calling and we challenge common mindsets in the Church about “Christian business,” blessing, and discomfort. You won't want to miss this episode… You can connect with what Kevin is doing at the following outlets: Web: www.kingdombschool.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/kingdombschool Email: kevin@kingdombschool.com

Joe Prim of Ever Vigilant joins us on today’s episode. I’ve known Joe for over a year now and this one is bitter sweet. Since recording this episode earlier in the year, Joe has realigned priorities and is pulling back for his work in the “world of men.” So this episode not only encompasses his work to help men to “prepare, defend, and lead” (which we talk about), but it is a salute to Joe and his work. We do a send-off tribute to Joe in true DadInTheTrenches style as well at the mid-break. Give it a listen and go follow Joe if you aren’t already. You can connect with Joe via the following: www.vigilantwolf.com Instagram: @theevervigilant Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ever-vigilant

Welcome back and to the start of Season 2! Ken Harrison joins us to kick things off right with some big-time challenge. Ken is a husband and father and the Chairman and CEO of Promise Keepers and author of “Rise of the Servant Kings.” Ken tells it like it is and we cover a lot of ground: the return of Promise Keepers in July, pride, being a disciple of Jesus, the Holy Spirit, and Ken’s unorthodox parenting advice to his son. You can connect with Ken and the work he is doing at the following: Instagram: @kenrharrison @promise_keepers www.promisekeepersevent.com www.promisekeepers.org Some of the other books and great resources mentioned during our podcast are: “Every Man’s Battle” by Stephen Arterburn “The Indwelling Spirit” by Andrew Murray “My Upmost For His Highest” by Oswald Chambers This podcast is also being released ahead of Father’s Day - and (like last year) we’re doing some giveaway packages (which includes Ken’s book). Head over to Instagram at @dadinthetrenches for more details!

Tim Ferrara joins us on today’s episode. Tim is a husband, father of 2, the curator of “Discerning Dad,” and author of the book “Everyday Discernment.” We talk about the importance of discernment as it relates to us as fathers, husbands, and as followers of Jesus. In today's fast-paced, distracted, information-saturated (and opinion-saturated), social media-inundated, hedonistic, and subjective truth culture, it is important, now more than ever, for Christians to be able to discern Truth from "kinda-sort-a", "sounds spiritual", "feels good to me" truth and know how to live the Christian life. Additionally, we’ll be doing a giveaway for two (2) copies of Tim’s book...check out the dadinthetrenches Instagram for details! You can connect with Tim via the following: www.discerning-dad.com Instagram: @discerning_dad Twitter: https://Twitter.com/discerningdadd Facebook: https://Facebook.com/discerningdadblog If you liked today’s episode, please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review ✍

Patrick Antonucci joins us on today’s episode. Patrick is a husband, father of 5, and the creator and curator of Dad Hackers. We leave no stone unturned…pornography, apathy, intentionality, marriage, and some “dad hacks” to implement...which are more pertinent than ever for so many of us who may be 'sheltering in place'. You can connect with Patrick via the following: www.dadhackers.us Instagram @dadhacker1 Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dad-hackers-becoming-the-men-god-designed-us-to-be/id1397765356 Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/DadHacker1/ If you liked today’s episode, please rate ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review ✍

Lance from Legacy Dads joins us today as we talk about life in the military. Lance peels back the curtain a little for us as civilians to the realities of the good, the bad, and the ugly. It was an insightful conversation and only further depended my respect for our service members as they are truly making sacrifices and laying down their lives for the benefit of others...thank you! To hear more from Lance, go back and listen to Episode 14 here on DadInTheTrenches or connect with he and Legacy Dads in the following ways: Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-dads-podcast IG @ Legacydads_lance IG @ Legacy_Dads Facebook.com/LegacyDads www.LegacyDads.com

Dante from Legacy Dads is back and brings more heat as we get into topics related to purity, stewardship, and discipleship. Dante lives in the Chicago area with his wife and three children. He is an Elder in his church, a commodities broker by day, and a partner in Legacy Dads. To hear more from Dante, go back and listen to Episode 06 here on DadInTheTrenches or connect with he and Legacy Dads in the following ways: Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/legacy-dads-podcast IG @ Legacydads_dante IG @ Legacy_Dads Facebook.com/LegacyDads www.LegacyDads.com

Roc Bottomly is back and brings the wisdom of the ages to us ‘dads in the trenches’ on how to live a heroic life as a father with simple yet practical advice. Roc has been an Air Force pilot, taught at Focus on the Family, is a published author of "The Promised Power: Experiencing the Union of Word and Spirit", is a retired pastor and now a coach to pastors, and is spearheading a marriage and family curriculum for cultures in the Middle East with Focus on the Family. You can further connect with Roc at rocbottomly@gmail.com.

Mr. “Resolute Man” Isaac Tolpin returns to the podcast and doesn’t hold anything back in this rapid fire episode. Isaac is a father of 8 kids and he and his wife, Angie (@courageous.mom), run @Courageous.Parenting (on Instagram) where they equip parents to raise children Biblically. Learn more at www.CourageousParenting.com and check out their podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/courageous-parenting Be sure to follow Isaac at @Resolute.Man (on Instagram).

A short “off the cuff” unscheduled episode with Aaron regarding the new year. You can get a copy of the mentioned “New Year’s Scorecard” at www.dadinthetrenches.com.

I've always been struck by the immediacy of the disciples response to drop everything when Jesus said to them, "follow me" in Matthew 4, Mark 1, Luke 5, and John 1. What would cause someone to just up and leave everything at the drop of a hat at an invitation like that? The oddity of that response by the disciples all changed, when I came across the historical Jewish context behind those two words: "follow me." I talk about these very things on Episode 19 and the implications for us as Dads...enjoy! If you haven't already and are a regular listener on Apple podcasts, would you consider leaving a 5-star rating and also a written review? Maybe a simple sentence or two about your favorite episode so far!?!? Thanks so much! If you aren’t already, go follow @dadinthetrenches on Instagram.

What is the basis for your faith? Is it because it’s true? Or some other reason? Today’s guest rocks our world and expands on the idea that we don’t have to have “blind faith” to believe in God, follow Jesus, and trust the scriptures - we can believe because the evidence reveals that it is true. Meet Jim Wallace…Jim is a husband and father, has been a cold-case detective in Los Angeles, a college professor, a youth pastor, he is an author, an apologist, and has been on Dateline NBC numerous times along with an appearance in the 2016 movie “God is Not Dead 2” as an expert witness. We talk about what being a detective is like, apologetics and how he came to faith in Jesus, the “next generation” and the Church’s responsibility, marriage, and wooing kids to the gospel. You can connect with what Jim is doing in many ways: Instagram: @jwarnerwallace www.Facebook.com/j.warnerwallace Twitter: @jwarnerwallace www.coldcasechristianity.com www.casemakersacademy.com

What do you do when you have all the trappings of worldly “success” but yet find it doesn’t fulfill? Today’s guest answers that very question and takes us on a journey with his story. Meet my friend, Rashawn Copeland. He is a husband, father of three, and kingdom influencer. You can connect with Rashawn in many ways: Podcast: Scriptures and Stories podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scriptures-and-stories/id1448804606 Instagram: @hypesir https://instagram.com/hypesir?igshid=8uapqa4kym7f Twitter: @hypesir7 Facebook: www.facebook.com/rashawn.copeland

Troy Mangum joins us this week. Troy is a husband of 24 years, father of 4 kids (ages 22 down to 13), he's the founder of The Kindling Fire, "Fire Starters", and The Kindling Fire podcast. He currently works in marketing, and has been an engineer, a pastor, a missionary, a forklift operator, and a former athiest. We hit on two main topics that so often we as men avoid: dad anger and being a good husband. Troy has quite a story and shares lessons learned with us about both topics. Don't miss it! You can connect with Troy in multiple ways: Podcast - The Kindling Fire IG @thekindlingfire Facebook.com/thekindlingfire www.thekindlingfire.com

Meet husband, father, and US Navy veteran, Chad Zueck. Chad has been working with guys for decades and enjoys helping men to be strong physically, spiritually, relationally and intellectually. He is the founder of “A New Kind of Man.” You can see his work for men... -On his website: www.beanewman.com -On Instagram @anewkindofman -And very soon on his podcast called New Kind of Man. On this episode, we talk about all things "masculine" as it relates to father wounds, men in the Church, being a person of integrity vs. performing, and we light it up regarding the re-emergence of stoicism and how it's dangerously sneaking into Christian thought.

Listen in as I talk with Lance from Legacy Dads this week. Lance is a husband, father, and combat veteran. He founded Legacy Dads in 2005 when he started struggling as a husband and father and went on a journey to discover what actually works, based on evidence and proven results, to raise Christ-like children while avoiding the common pitfalls and mistakes many parents make. Lance has spent the last 22 years working in over 40 countries with the most elite organizations of the military and government in dealing with terrorism, instability, and global crisis response. Outside of his day job, Lance is a speaker, ministry leader, trainer of missionaries, and now an “empty nest father." We talk around all things fatherhood, his "2x4 moment" of coming to Christ from being an atheist, and leaving a legacy, amongst other topics. You can connect with Lance in multiple ways: Podcast - Legacy Dads IG @ Legacydads_Lance IG @ Legacy_Dads Facebook.com/LegacyDads www.LegacyDads.com

Meet my friend, Kenny DeShields. Kenny is married, a father of three (3) young kids, a musician and worship leader. Today’s episode is rapid fire. Listen in as he and I jam on many topics: fatherhood, the influence of a father and healing “father wounds”, being a leader in the institutional Church and maintaining authenticity vs. defaulting to “performance mode”, race and diversity in today's worship movement, and the dire need for other godly men in your life to help you carry your burdens. You can connect to Kenny in multiple ways: Instagram @kennydeshields Twitter @kennydeshields Facebook.com/kennydeshields Facebook.com/kennydeshieldsmusic

“Adoption”...this word can bring up a range of emotions for people: for some compassion, others fear, and yet others, indifference. In today’s podcast, I interview Johnathan Harms. Johnathan is the founder of an online apparel company called Wittingly, is a published author of “30 Ways to Parent on Purpose”, is a husband of 15 years, and a father of three (3) adopted children. Even if you don’t feel a call to adopt, this is worth a listen as you probably know someone who has a heart to adopt - or who has - and there are some key insights into the heart of God that Johnathan drops on us! Listen in as we talk about: -His heart for fostering and adoption -The challenges of adoption -God’s heart for adoption -How others can support families called to adopt. You can connect with Johnathan in multiple ways: Instagram @harms.johnathan , @tutordad , @wittinglyco Apparel website @ www.wittingly.org or www.tutordad.org

Meet Ian Michael Giatti. Ian is married, has three (3) children, and has been around Hollywood most of his life. Listen in as he and I talk about: -What it's like growing up being an actor in "the industry" -Being confronted with death at age 24 -His testimony of coming to Christ after being an atheist -What being a Christian and a Dad in "the industry" is like You can connect with Ian in multiple ways: Instagram @imgiatti Twitter @imgiatti Facebook.com/IMGiatti

The fourth (4th) and final installment of a four-part series called “40 for 40: 40 lessons learned ‘in the trenches’ by age 40.” . Listen in as DadInTheTrenches host, Aaron, reflects on brokenness, anger, fostering entitlement, and the Holy Spirit (amongst other topics). . Connect on Instagram @dadinthetrenches On the website at www.dadinthetrenches.com Or by email at hello@dadinthetrenches.com . If you're a longtime listener and follower, please leave a 5-star rating on iTunes/Apple podcast and a quick review of something you like about the podcast. Thanks!

The third (3rd) installment of a four-part series called “40 for 40: 40 lessons learned ‘in the trenches’ by age 40.” . Listen in as DadInTheTrenches host, Aaron, reflects on prayer, forgiveness, and “choosing well” (amongst other topics). . Connect on Instagram @dadinthetrenches On the website at www.dadinthetrenches.com Or by email at hello@dadinthetrenches.com . If you're a longtime listener and follower, please leave a 5-star rating on iTunes/Apple podcast and a quick review of something you like about the podcast. Thanks!

The second (2nd) installment of a four-part series called “40 for 40: 40 lessons learned ‘in the trenches’ by age 40.” . Listen in as DadInTheTrenches host, Aaron, reflects on marriage, money, and being a “recovering Pharisee” (amongst other topics). . Connect on Instagram @dadinthetrenches On the website at www.dadinthetrenches.com Or by email at hello@dadinthetrenches.com . If you're a longtime listener and follower, please leave a 5-star rating on iTunes/Apple podcast and a quick review of something you like about the podcast. Thanks!

The beginning of a four-part series called “40 for 40: 40 lessons learned ‘in the trenches’ by age 40.” . Listen in as DadInTheTrenches host, Aaron, reflects on recently hitting this milestone in life and shares lessons learned. . Connect on Instagram @dadinthetrenches On the website at www.dadinthetrenches.com Or by email at hello@dadinthetrenches.com . If you're a longtime listener and follower, please leave a 5-star rating on iTunes/Apple podcast and a quick review of something you like about the podcast. Thanks!

Listen in as Dante from Legacy Dads drops in on this week’s podcast and brings the heat. Dante lives in the Chicago area with his wife and three children. Despite his day job on the floor of the CBOT, Dante's heart lays in the church where he is serving as a church Elder, leading a marriage mentoring small group with his wife, and co-leads the men's ministries at a multi-campus church. Dante is also a cancer survivor and avid marathon runner. Because of his strong relationship with his wife and his desire to see his children grow up loving Christ, Dante strives to see the men of the church become strong leaders of their households. You can connect with Dante and Legacy Dads in multiple ways: Podcast - Legacy Dads IG @ Legacydads_dante IG @ Legacy_Dads Facebook.com/LegacyDads www.LegacyDads.com

This spring, I was at a conference and able to catch up with keynote speaker, Israel Wayne. Israel is an author and conference speaker who has a passion for defending the Christian faith and promoting a Biblical worldview. He has written multiple books along with numerous articles for national and international publications. He is a frequent guest on national radio and television programs and agreed to carve out time from his busy conference schedule to drop some serious Truth on us dads. You can connect with Israel in multiple ways: FamilyRenewal.org IG @FamilyRenewal Podcast - Family Renewal ChristianWorldview.net Facebook.com/FamilyRenewal Facebook.com/IsraelWayneAuthor LinkedIn.com/in/israelwayne Twitter.com/israelwayne

Ahead of Father’s Day, I caught up with a very dear friend. In this laid-back episode, I talk with Andy Biddy about his experience becoming a father, growing up with a dad who struggled with alcohol, what it’s like to raise four (4) boys age 11 and under in New York City, and run a carpentry business. Deep calls unto deep...don’t miss this conversation. You can follow Andy’s work on Instagram @Kinvene or he offered his email if you’d like to contact him: andybiddy@gmail.com. If you’ve listened for any stretch of time, please subscribe and leave a star rating and/or review...thanks!

Meet “Resolute Man” Isaac Tolpin. Isaac is a father of 8 kids and drops some serious Truth bombs in this episode about fatherhood. He and his wife, Angie, run “Courageous Parenting” where they equip parents to raise children Biblically. Learn more at www.CourageousParenting.com, @Courageous.Parenting (on Instagram), or search for Courageous Parenting on Apple Podcasts. Isaac can be found at @Resolute.Man (on Instagram).

Meet a mentor of mine. Roc Bottomly has been an Air Force pilot, taught at Focus on the Family, is a published author of "The Promised Power: Experiencing the Union of Word and Spirit", is a retired pastor and now a coach to pastors, and is spearheading the creation of marriage and family curriculum for cultures in the Middle East with Focus on the Family. Roc has been a blessing throughout my journey "in the trenches" and shares really simple, yet profound, deep Truths with us in this episode. To further connect with Roc, he offered his email: rocbottomly@gmail.com.

Just like a 5-Star General was a rarity to the military, so is a 5-Star Dad to fatherhood. Listen in and find out what it means to be a 5-Star Father.

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