Legacy-dads Podcast

Statistics show that violent acts against places of worship are becoming more frequent. Unfortunately some people see churches as "soft targets" and look at them as a way to cause a massive amount of damage in a short amount of time. But what happens if a threat is met with a parishioner who is legally carrying their privately owned weapon? In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss the idea of concealed-carry in churches. Is it legal? Is it biblical? What should we consider? Listen in and go do some research...it's an important topic, and proper prior preparation prevents poor performance! Protect the flock! Link to the article Dave mentions: Should I Conceal Carry In Church? Cyberstructure and Infrastructure Security Agency information for churches: CISA Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practical and spiritual resources to help you become the parent you wish to be, visit Christian Parenting today!

Dave and Dante were happy to have John J. Smithbaker on this weeks episode of the podcast. John J. Smithbaker is an author, speaker, and founder of Fathers In The Field. His passion and focus are to help men recapture their divinely assigned roles of Pastor, Provider, and Protector in the home as well as in the church. As an experienced businessman, ministry leader, and gifted communicator, John combines his personal experience and straight-forward style to connect and speak with men held back from becoming the man God designed - one who suffers through the brokenness, pain, and anger of being left behind. Listen in as the guys talk about his new book "Man Enough to Forgive" and his ministry, Fathers In The Field. Get involved today! Visit Fathers In The Field or Man Enough to Forgive today! Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practical and spiritual resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit Christian Parenting

Dave and Dante were excited to sit down with Stacy Manning to discuss "Them Before Us" and her new book Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City.  Stacy is an author, Senior Editor for all other things TBU related, and an amateur Life Advice Professional. She hails from the Pacific Northwest where she and her husband of more than two decades are raising their three children. When she is not advocating on behalf of children’s rights, she is gardening and cooking, and always ready to help tackle the interpersonal challenges of friends and strangers.  The new book she co-authored with Katy Faust Raising Conservative Kids in a Woke City, two moms living in the bluest of cities offer practical guidance, parenting strategies, and humorous commentary to help parents immunize their children against Woke infection. In whichever zip code or tax bracket you dwell, there’s hope for parents who seek to indoctrinate their kids into conservatism—that is, kids who understand historical, economic, and biological reality. 

Dave and Dante were grateful for the opportunity to sit down with Kevin and Sam Sorbo to discuss their new movie "Miracle in East Texas" (limited theater engagement, October 29th and 30th, 2023).  Kevin Sorbo played the lead role on the ground-breaking “Hercules” TV series for seven years and the victim of three strokes during that time. He carries a gravitas to his audiences on the topics he’s passionate about: health and perseverance, honesty and overcoming, and pro-life. After his prolonged recovery and another hugely successful TV series (Andromeda), the best-selling author of True Strength spent the next few decades smashing box-office records in movies like God’s Not Dead, Soul Surfer, Let There Be Light, and Left Behind.  Kevin is married to actress Sam Jenkins who he met during her guest appearance on Hercules in 1998 and they have 3 children together.  Sam has also appeared in Hercules: The Legendary Journeys along with starring on Chicago Hope and other films as well.  She also hosts a weekday radio

When you want to live a life that is focused on legacy, one of the best things you can do is to be hospitable. Opening our homes, opening our lives for the benefit of others is seeming to become a lost art. Listen in as Dave and Dante discuss the biblical basis for being hospitable, and a couple of ways we can employ it in our lives. Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practical and spiritual resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit Christian Parenting today!

In this episode, Dante talks with author, counselor, and speaker Jason VanRuler to discuss his new book "Get Past Your Past: How Facing Your Broken Places Leads to True Connection." In this book (available October 10th, 2023 from Zondervan) Jason invites readers to address past pain and hurt as the first step to find healing and authentic connection. He uses biblical wisdom, clinical experience and his own personal stories as a father of 3 and growing up surrounded by abuse, addiction and conflict. Jason began his career in 2011 and has worked with many populations over the years, ranging from persons who are incarcerated to top CEOs, performers and artists, and just about everyone in between. Jason has extensive experience as a clinician, coach, and speaker and operates a multi-state private practice. In 2018, Jason joined Bethesda Workshops in Nashville, TN, where he serves as a group leader and facilitator. Jason is known for his ability to relate and connect with his clients and offer hope to those who ha

Sometimes it's just good to get back to the basics. In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss the things that will kill relationships, and the ways to build them back up. Listen in as the guys talk through some of the fundamentals that help us all to leave a lasting biblical legacy! See the "nail" video here: It's Not About The Nail Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of podcasts. For more practical and spiritual resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit Christian Parenting today!

In this episode, we interview Dr. Jonathan Murphy, author of "Authentic Influencer: The Barnabas Way of Shaping Lives." Jonathan is a blessed husband and a happy dad. He is also a professor, pastor, and author. Jonathan is the Department Chair of Pastoral Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary, a board member of Chuck Swindoll’s Insight for Living Ministries, a writer with Sacra Script Ministries, and a teaching pastor. While born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, he was raised in the Canary Islands, Spain, as a missionary kid, and then educated in Northern Ireland, Edinburgh (Scotland), and Dallas, Texas! Such cross-cultural exposure has nurtured a diverse range of interests from cheering for Ulster in rugby and Spain in soccer to enjoying all things related to history. Jonathan’s heart beats to teach God’s Word to edify the local church. He and his wife, Sarah Jane, have four children. Listen in and learn how to help shape the lives of those around you in truly biblical ways! Learn more about Dr. Jonathan Mu

This is part two of our interview with J. Warner Wallace. To listen to the first part of the interview, go here: Legacy Dads Podcast. Legacy Dads was honored to welcome Detective J. Warner Wallace to discuss the updated and revised edition of his book Cold-Case Christianity. Cold-Case Christianity draws on Wallace’s decades of experience as a homicide detective and the step-by-step, evidence-based investigative process that led him from atheism to Christianity at the age of thirty-five. The book includes real-life homicide cases to help illustrate ten common rules of evidence for how to make a reasonable decision. Wallace shows readers the reliability of the Christian faith through evidence and eye-witness accounts of historical Jesus. With a master’s degree in theological studies, J. Warner Wallace is an award-winning detective who has been featured on Dateline more than any other homicide investigator. A popular national speaker and podcast host, he is the bestselling author of numerous books including Co

Legacy Dads was honored to welcome Detective J. Warner Wallace to discuss the updated and revised edition of his book Cold-Case Christianity. Cold-Case Christianity draws on Wallace’s decades of experience as a homicide detective and the step-by-step, evidence-based investigative process that led him from atheism to Christianity at the age of thirty-five. The book includes real-life homicide cases to help illustrate ten common rules of evidence for how to make a reasonable decision. Wallace shows readers the reliability of the Christian faith through evidence and eye-witness accounts of historical Jesus. With a master’s degree in theological studies, J. Warner Wallace is an award-winning detective who has been featured on Dateline more than any other homicide investigator. A popular national speaker and podcast host, he is the bestselling author of numerous books including Cold-Case Christianity, Person of Interest, Forensic Faith and God’s Crime Scene. An adjunct professor of apologetics at Biola University,

In this episode, Dave and Dante sit down with Terry Ann Kelly, the president and founder of Students Standing Strong. S3 is a ministry focused on providing students an opportunity to lead an on-campus Bible club which empowers students to stand strong in their faith, no matter the grade level. Terry Ann gives the background behind answering God's call to create the ministry and talks about why it is important for parents to encourage their kids to grow in their faith - to set them up for the future. God created us to be in community with each other...and that includes our school-age kids! Listen in to hear the passion behind Terry Ann's ministry and get involved today at https://www.mys3.org. If you have any questions, reach out to Terry Ann at terryann@mys3.org where she will respond! Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practical and spiritual resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit https://www.christianpare

In this final episode of season 7 for Legacy Dads, we sit down with Dr. Nicolas Ellen and have a wide-ranging conversation that is sure to inspire. Dr. Ellen is the Senior Pastor of Community of Faith Bible Church in Houston, TX, and is the Senior Professor of Biblical Counseling at the College of Biblical Studies. He is a Fellow with the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors. We cover topics such as balancing the roles of pastor and speaker and professor and counselor, parenting, trust, relationships, suicide, and grace. No matter where you are in life, you are sure to hear a topic that is probably present in your life. Listen in as Dr. Ellen provides all kinds of good knowledge in all aspects of life. *Apologies for the audio issues - blame Dave for that one! For more information about Dr. Ellen, go to these sites: Expository Counseling Training Center More about Dr. Ellen Community of Faith Bible Church Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more p

As reported in a recent news article, a major pornography-streaming website is suing the state of Texas because of a proposed law requiring age verification prior to consuming pornographic material. In this episode, listen to Dave and Dante discuss the issue of protecting children from pornography and why Legacy Dads must stay on the offensive in order to raise their children in a way that places value on all human life. For helpful apps and programs to block pornographic content on your devices, visit this website: https://contentmavericks.com/best-porn-blocking-software/. "Good Pictures, Bad Pictures." We both highly recommend this book: https://a.co/d/5SMgaou or the junior version here https://a.co/d/gqhIWAa. Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of podcasts. For more practical and spiritual resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit https://www.christianparenting.org today.  

A couple episodes ago we talked about treasure - and where we find it. This week, we continue along the same lines but shift the conversation to the proper view of relationship. What is our relationship with God? What about with our spouse? What about with our kids? When our relationship with God is askew, we can be sure that our relationships with others will follow suit. In this episode, listen to Dave and Dante discuss the importance of a “right relationship” and how it can impact our legacy. Care to support Dave in his upcoming mission support trip to Paraguay? Dave is heading to Paraguay to partner with Unusual Soldiers (https://www.unusualsoldiers.com) and the Pioneer Initiative (https://www.worldhorizonsusa.org/pioneer-initiative) to provide preparation and training to share the gospel throughout the world. Click here (https://www.givesendgo.com/GAUWB) to learn more and if you’re able to give even just a little bit! Any amount given will pay for travel to Paraguay, as food/lodging are taken care of whi

In this episode, Dave and Dante sit down with Ann Garcia, also known as the College Financial Lady. Ann is a certified financial planner and owner of Independent Progressive Advisors, a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor in Portland OR, and the author of The College Financial Lady blog  (thecollegefinanciallady.com). Her blog has approximately 15,000 subscribers in various media (blog, Facebook). In addition, she is regularly cited in national media (New York Times, US News & World Report) on the subject of college planning. Listen in as Ann provides a wealth of knowledge when it comes to stewardship, college savings, and steps to take today to set your kids up for college (or other plans!) in the future! Find out more about Ann at https://www.howtopayforcollege.com, or on social media @thecollegefinanciallady on Facebook. Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practical resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be,

Treasure-hunting isn't just for pirates or kids acting like pirates. Instead, many of us find ourselves hunting treasure daily. What is the thing that makes us feel like we've attained a certain level of value? What are you hunting? In this episode, Dave and Dante sit down to talk about seeking treasure, and the one true place we can find it. When it comes to being a legacy dad, be sure to know where that treasure lies (it's literally in the Bible...so not much hunting is required), and lead your family to it as well. Let that legacy be built on a treasure that will never spoil! Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of podcasts. For more resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit https://www.christianparenting.org today.

In this episode we talk with Benjamin Nolot, founder of Exodus Cry. Exodus Cry is committed to abolishing sex trafficking and breaking the cycle of commercial sexual exploitation while assisting and empowering its victims. Their international work involves uprooting the underlying causes in our culture that allow the industry of sexual exploitation to thrive and helping those who have been sexually exploited. Exodus Cry has a series of films (https://exoduscry.com/watch/) and a recently released book (https://raisedonporn.com/book/) that shine the light into the dark world of human sex trafficking. If you are looking for more information about how to combat sex trafficking, or if you are stuck in the endless cycle of porn abuse (and thinking there are no victims), you need to dive into Exodus Cry's resources and bring truth into your life! Learn more about Exodus Cry here: https://www.exoduscry.com Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practial resourc

Damon Eddy has a passion for helping individuals find success in the most important areas of their life through a transformational coaching program/workshop called The Two Hour Turn Around. This unique program immediately moves individuals from Confusion to Clarity beginning to live their lives with Purpose and Passion. Damon Eddy is also a published author. His book, Walks with Mr. Smith, is an impactful parable consisting of Eight Life Lessons that if applied can be life-changing and is available on Amazon and other major sites. Damon has been married to his wife, Julie for over 28 years. They have four wonderful children, Liam, Jace, Brok, and Hope. Both Damon and his wife graduated from Boise State University as D1. Athletes. To connect with Damon, click on the following links: Website:  https://www.thetwohourturnaround.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damon-eddy-a0ba2914/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/damoneddymindsetminute Twitter: https://twitter.com/damoneddy Link to his book: h

A recent Pew research study showed that 25% of 40-year-old adults in the US have never been married. When we think of "legacy," it's important for men to understand what God's design for legacy is - and that is in the covenant of marriage and fulfilling the command to multiply and subdue the earth. In this episode, Dave and Dante discuss this study and other current statistics that show that marriage is not only important to leaving a solid Christian legacy, but is also fiercely under attack by the enemy. Listen in and take the stand to protect biblical marriage as God designed! Find the referenced study from Pew Research here: https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2021/10/05/rising-share-of-u-s-adults-are-living-without-a-spouse-or-partner/ Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of Podcasts. For more practical resources to help you become the perfectly imperfect parent you wish to be, visit https://www.christianparenting.org today!

In this episode, we sit down with "Billy from Philly," author Bill Yoh to discuss his new book "Unvarnished Faith." A lifelong writer and award-winning author, Bill has published two books, as well as business and literary articles and original poetry. "Our Way," his first book, received a Gold Award from the Nonfiction Writers Association. His second book, "Unvarnished Faith," about a mission trip to Nicaragua and the life lessons it yielded, is now also available for purchase. He has produced an award-winning feature film about human relationships. Bill serves as a speaker and strategist, helping faith communities, family businesses, and other organizations navigate the opportunities and challenges that inevitably arise when personal, professional, and volunteer lives intersect. Listen in to the candid conversation between Bill and the Legacy Dads and go get your copy of "Unvarnished Faith" today! Legacy Dads is proud to be partnered with the Christian Parenting Network of podcasts. For more information on