Dad Tired

Jerrad Lopes
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You’re tired. Not just physically; though yeah, that too. You’re tired in your bones. In your soul. Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold. Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing. Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger. Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well. Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded: You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus. This isn’t about trying harder. It’s about coming home.

  1. 16H AGO

    What if You’re Not Who You Think You Are? (with John Mark McMillan)

    Important Links:Today's Sponsor: Heavenly Heat SaunasDad Tired Annual RetreatHost A Dad Tired Conference at your churchJoin the FREE Family Leadership ProgramShop the Dad Tired store for best-selling gear What if the life you’ve built to survive is keeping you from the life God actually made you for? In this episode, Jerrad sits down with songwriter, worship leader, recording artist, and author John Mark McMillan, best known for writing “How He Loves.” Together, they talk about identity, family, creativity, contemplation, and what it looks like to peel back the layers of survival to rediscover the person God created you to be. John Mark shares about nearly quitting music, moving toward writing, raising teenagers, finding beauty in ordinary family life, and learning to create from a place of honesty instead of performance. The conversation also explores how distraction, phones, addiction, and the noise of modern life are shaping our souls, and how the church might become one of the last places where people can truly be present together. This is a deep, honest conversation for any man who feels tired, distracted, unsure of who he is, or hungry for a more meaningful life with God and his family. Important Links:Today's Sponsor: Heavenly Heat SaunasDad Tired Annual RetreatHost A Dad Tired Conference at your churchJoin the FREE Family Leadership ProgramShop the Dad Tired store for best-selling gear

    45 min

  2. MAY 18

    Work, Rest, Calling, and the Goodness of God (with Jordan Raynor)

    What if your job, your parenting, your neighborhood, and your ordinary Monday morning all mattered deeply to God? In this episode, Jerrad sits down with returning guest Jordan Raynor for a wide-ranging conversation about work, calling, the Holy Spirit, fatherhood, and the lies that keep Christian men exhausted. Jordan unpacks why work existed before sin, how our daily jobs can be worship, and why the Holy Spirit empowers us not just for salvation, but for the good works God has prepared for us. The conversation also moves into evangelism, neighborhood faithfulness, the kindness of God, and the freedom that comes from realizing God doesn’t need us. He wants us. This episode is for the dad who feels tired, scattered, overcommitted, or unsure if his everyday life really matters to God. In this episode, we talk about: Why your work matters to GodHow to see ordinary tasks as worshipThe lies and half-truths many Christians believeWhy the Holy Spirit empowers us for good worksHow to talk to your kids about deep theologyWhy saying no can be an act of faithfulnessThe difference between a tired body and a weary soulWhy God doesn’t need you, but graciously invites you Mentioned in this episode: VARA Safe Use Promo code DADTIRED for $20 offDad Tired Annual RetreatFree Family Leadership ProgramThe Spirit in You by Jordan Raynor

    41 min

  3. MAY 14

    Best Thinking, Best Attention, Best Mood

    Host or Attend a Dad Tired One Day Conference Who or what gets your best attention, your best thinking, and your best mood? In today’s Dad Tired Daily episode, Jerrad shares a convicting moment from a normal drive to school with his kids. After dropping them off, he realized he had not said a single word to them the entire drive. Not because he was angry. Not because he didn’t love them. But because his mind was consumed with work, stress, responsibilities, and the long list of things he needed to get done. That moment led to a deeper question: are the people God has called us to love getting our best, or just our leftovers? The Bible tells us in Proverbs 4:23 to guard our hearts, and Jeremiah 17:9 reminds us that the heart is deceitful. We may say we value our family, our faith, and our calling, but our attention, mood, calendar, and thoughts often tell the truth. This episode is a simple, honest challenge to pay attention to what is getting the best of you. Ask yourself today: Who gets my best attention?Who gets my best thinking?Who gets my best mood?Are those the people and things God has actually called me to?

    5 min

  4. MAY 11

    The Difference Between Surrender and Contentment (with Tim Timmons)

    Attend the Dad Tired Annual Retreat & Join the FREE Family Leadership Program Jerrad sits down with Tim Timmons for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on the podcast.  Tim shares about living with stage 4 cancer for over 25 years, the exhaustion of trying to “work for God,” and how he’s learning to simply wake up each day and join Jesus. Together, they talk about: Contentment vs surrenderParenting and repairThe pressure Christian men carryLiving sober-minded in a distracted worldWhy the Kingdom of God threatens our own kingdomsThis episode feels like sitting across the table from a wise friend who’s been through some things.

    40 min

  5. MAY 7

    What Jesus Meant About Cutting Things Off

    Join of at the Dad Tired Annual Retreat In this episode, Jerrad reflects on Jesus’ words in Matthew 5 and what it really means to take sin seriously.  After nearly two years off social media, he shares how removing constant digital input transformed his mind, reduced temptation, and brought a level of peace he didn’t know he was missing. This isn’t about rules.It’s about freedom. If something in your life is pulling you away from who God is calling you to be, maybe the answer isn’t managing it better… Maybe it’s removing it altogether.

    8 min

  6. MAY 4

    How to Find Work You Actually Care About (with Ken Coleman)

    Want to be the spiritual leader of your home? Start HERE.  Most men don’t hate work because they’re lazy.They hate work because they’re misaligned. In this conversation with Ken Coleman, we talk about why so many men feel stuck, how to find clarity in your calling, and what it looks like to pursue meaningful work without sacrificing your family. If you’ve been feeling confused, burned out, or unsure of your next step—this episode will help you take one. Clarity → Confidence → Courage.

    36 min

  7. APR 30

    Are You Feeding Your Soul? (Kaleb Allen)

    Join or Host a One Day ConferenceSign Up for the Annual RetreatIn today’s Dad Tired Daily, Pastor Kaleb Allen wraps up a powerful 3-part series by walking through John 4—the story of the woman at the well. Jesus challenges more than just her past… He challenges our perspective, our prejudices, and our purpose. While the disciples are focused on physical food, Jesus reveals something deeper:“My food is to do the will of Him who sent me.” What if the reason your soul feels tired… isn’t because you’re doing too much—but because you’re not doing what you were made for? This episode is a wake-up call for men who feel stuck, bored, or spiritually dry. In this episode: Why we quietly write people off—and how Jesus doesn’tThe hidden “prejudice” that can live in a believer’s heartWhat Jesus meant by being nourished through missionWhy comfort and ease are leaving so many men emptyHow to rediscover purpose through the work God has given youKey takeaway:Your soul was never meant to live on comfort—it was meant to come alive on mission. Lift your eyes. The harvest is right in front of you.

    7 min

  8. APR 27

    Why So Many Men Feel Off (comedian Tim Hawkins)

    This one starts funny… and gets real fast. In this conversation with Tim Hawkins, we talk about why so many men feel stuck—even when life looks good on the outside. We get into burnout, chasing affirmation, marriage struggles, and what it actually looks like to heal. If something feels off… this might be why.

    54 min
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You’re tired. Not just physically; though yeah, that too. You’re tired in your bones. In your soul. Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold. Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing. Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger. Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well. Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded: You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus. This isn’t about trying harder. It’s about coming home.

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  • Creator
    Jerrad Lopes
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    548
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Dad Tired
  • Show Website
    Dad Tired

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