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Halloween can raise some tough questions for Christian families. How do we honor our convictions, guide our children, and love our neighbors when we approach the holiday differently? Andy Dalton welcomes Justin Moore to Strong Dads for an honest conversation about faith, Halloween, and intentional fatherhood. They share two different family approaches: one centered on welcoming neighbors with generosity and Scripture, and another focused on an alternative family evening that reinforces their children’s identity in Christ. Through passages including John 17:14–16, 1 Peter 2:9, and Ephesians 6, Andy and Justin explore what it means to be set apart, recognize spiritual warfare, and represent Jesus in everyday decisions. You’ll hear practical encouragement for praying with your spouse, explaining family boundaries, having age-appropriate conversations, and building a foundation of faith in your children. As you listen, consider: Have we prayerfully thought through our family’s choices, and how can we use this season to reflect the love of Christ? Strong Dads exists to equip, encourage, and strengthen fathers and all men in the ways of Christ. To learn more about Strong Dads, go check them out on FaceBook or go to Rock Solid Families website: https://www.rocksolidfamilies.org/ Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In this episode of Strong Dads, Andy Dalton sits down with Jack Phillips to have an honest conversation about Ephesians 6:4: “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” Andy and Jack come from two very different stages of fatherhood—Andy is raising young children, while Jack has adult children and grandchildren. Together, they share real stories, mistakes, lessons learned, and practical encouragement for dads who want to raise their children in a way that honors Christ. In this episode, we talk about: What it actually means to provoke our children to angerWhy our children need both structure and encouragementLearning to recognize when we need to step away and cool downThe power of speaking life over our childrenWhy our kids often watch what we do more than they listen to what we sayBeing intentional with our time and slowing down enough to truly connectHow dads can model what it looks like to follow JesusThe importance of having other godly men speak into our children's livesWhy we don't need to be perfect fathers—we need to be fathers who are willing to pursue Christ and keep growingMost importantly, this conversation is a reminder that fatherhood isn't about getting everything right. It's about pursuing Christ, pursuing our children, admitting when we fall short, and continually becoming the fathers God has called us to be. “Have I spoken love and encouragement to my kids? Have I spent intentional time praying over them? Am I affirming who God created them to be? And am I teaching my kids about God by the way that I live?” If you're a dad—or simply a man who wants to grow in your relationship with Christ—this conversation is for you. Learn more about Rock Solid Families and the Strong Dads ministry at: https://www.rocksolidfamilies.org/ #StrongDads #Fatherhood #ChristianFatherhood #ChristianDads #Ephesians64 #Parenting #BiblicalParenting #FaithBasedParenting #RockSolidFamilies Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

Welcome back to the Strong Dads podcast! In this episode, Andy Dalton welcomes one of the 4 new network coaches for Rock Solid Families - Robert Reese! Andy and Robert dive into Robert's past and how the calling God had put on his life has led him to Rock Solid Families. This episode also goes along with the monthly theme of August, Purpose and Calling. The purpose that all dads have is laid out in this podcast along with some practical insights to help men who might be struggling with their calling.  If you want to learn more about Robert, the other new network coaches at Rock Solid Families, or to get in touch with a community of men chasing after God's purpose in their lives, go to https://www.rocksolidfamilies.org/. Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

Welcome to another episode of Strong Dads! In this episode, Andy Dalton hosts some of Merrill Hutchinson's long time friends: Carl Andry and Kyle Crofford! In this episode, it's all about honoring Merrill Hutchinson and his identity in Christ! There are many laughs in this episode about Merrill as well as understanding the power Merrill possessed because of his identity; which was rooted in the foundation of Jesus Christ. This is an episode you don't want to miss! As you listen to this podcast, if something stands out to you or if you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out and get ahold of Andy ([email protected]) or anyone else on the Rock Solid Families team (their office number is 812-576-7625). Also, go check out their website for more information: http://rocksolidfamilies.org. If you want to learn more about Strong Dads, go to their FaceBook group and join them regularly on Saturday mornings for a workout and bible study. Thanks for listening! Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

Welcome to this Father's Day episode of Strong Dads! Before we jump in, we want to say Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! Thank you for stepping up and leading your families well.  In this Father's Day panel episode, Andy Dalton hosts Zac Strobl and Bob Bracken. These fathers are in different seasons with their children and families. Bob has 3 adult children and Zac has 2 elementary age children. This makes for some good conversations about what has worked well to lead and disciple our children and what challenges these fathers have had.  Thanks for joining on this episode! If you want to learn more about Strong Dads or Rock Solid Families, go check out their website: https://www.rocksolidfamilies.org/ Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

First off, our team at Rock Solid Families would like to thank all of our veterans for their service. On this Memorial Day, we want to recognize and honor those who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. In this Strong Dads episode, Andy Dalton is joined by Army veteran Matt Hackworth. Join Andy as he and Matt share his background and his time in the Army.   They talk about the true meaning of Memorial Day, how to honor those who have died for our freedoms, and what sacrifice can mean for men in their everyday lives. Stay tuned to the end to find out how sacrifice can strengthen men for their daily lives and families! If you want to learn more about Rock Solid Families or Strong Dads, go check out their website: https://www.rocksolidfamilies.org/ Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In life, do you feel like you're limping along? Just getting by and not living life to the fullest. This could be with your job, with your loved ones, or your friends and neighbors. If this strikes a cord with you in some way, then jump into this podcast all about how God has a greater plan for you!  In this Strong Dad's episode, Andy Dalton welcomes Nick McDonough as they dive into restoration and about God's plan for us to live life abundantly.  If you want to learn more about Strong Dad's or Rock Solid Families, go check out their YouTube page for more content or their website: rocksolidfamilies.org Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In this Strong Dad's episode, Andy Dalton is joined by Dan Martin to talk about Easter. Dan bring a wealth of wisdom and experience in ministry as well as real world experience! In this Easter podcast, Andy and Dan talk about the narrative of Jesus' actions. Was it weakness that Jesus allowed people to spit on him, beat him, mock him and kill him? Or was it the ultimate show of strength? To find out more, check out this weeks episode!  If you want to learn more about Strong Dad's or Rock Solid Families, go check out their website rocksolidfamilies.org Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In this Strong Dads episode, Andy Dalton - Zac Strobl - and Jesse Hamilton talk all about if we are prioritizing other things above our Father in Heaven? This gut checking show doesn't hold back any punches! These guys go straight to the point asking if we are putting hobbies, sport teams, or other things above God. But they also call themselves out knowing that we all fall short. If you want to hear different ways we can all work towards putting and keeping God where he deserves, then check out this episode!  If you want to learn more about Strong Dads, you can visit them on their FaceBook group or email [email protected]. Strong Dads also has men who meet up at the Rock Solid Families location in St. Leon (7484 Christina Drive, West Harrison, IN 47060) on Saturday mornings from 8-9:30 am.  Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In this "March Madness" episode of Strong Dad's, Kyle Crofford joins Andy Dalton to talk about how we can strengthen our Faith over Fear. Both Kyle and Andy use real world examples from their lives as men leading other men and as dads. But they also use biblical examples of how God wants us to exercise Faith in His plan, over Fear of what could happen.  Don't forget, every Saturday morning from 8-9:30 am at their St. Leon location (7484 Christian Dr. West, Harrison, IN 47060) Strong Dad's get together for a 45 minute lift and a 45 minute bible study! Everyone is welcome here!   If you have any questions about Strong Dads or Rock Solid Families, go to their website: rocksolidfamilies.org  Or reach out to Andy directly at [email protected] Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In this episode of Strong Dads, Andy and Jared Miller talk about how we can love others through service. They base their conversation on Ephesians 5:25 where husbands are called to serve their wives as Christ served the church.  Join Andy and Jared in this episode as they explore what service is, how we are called to serve and how something must die in our lives for us to love others through service!  If you are interested in join Rock Solid Families at their 3rd annual Partnership Banquet on March 5th - go to this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rock-solid-families-partnership-banquet-tickets-1980015671173?aff=oddtdtcreator  If you want to learn more about Strong Dads or Rock Solid Families, go to their website: rocksolidfamilies.org Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

In this Strong Dads episode, Andy Dalton is joined by Zac Strobl and they dive into Tough Love. What does tough love look like for dads? How can other men show tough love to each other and how the bible outlines tough love?  Also, Strong Dads wants to encourage all the men who listen to this episode to join a men's community. The benefits are life changing, take our word for it! If you don't have a group, you can always join the Strong Dads group on Saturday mornings from 8-9:30 am at the Rock Solid Families St. Leon location (7484 Christian Drive, Suite 101, West Harrison, IN 47060).  If you are curious about Strong Dads and Rock Solid Families, then come join us at our Partnership Banquet on Thursday March 5th. Here is the link to RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rock-solid-families-partnership-banquet-tickets-1980015671173?aff=oddtdtcreator  Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

On this Strong Dads episode, Andy Dalton and Bob Bracken collaborate on how we can be renewed throughout our lives!  Bob tells his story about his children being born and how that brought him to his knees. This impactful moment was just one of the many moments of renewal he's gone through in his life.  Join Andy on this journey as he and Bob Bracken dive into what Jesus really wants for us in our lives and how we can practically apply the verse from Romans 12:2 "Don't conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind". If you want to learn more about Bob and his foundation "The Purposed Family" go to his website: https://thepurposedfamily.com/  If you want to learn more about Strong Dads and Rock Solid Families, go to their website: rocksolidfamilies.org Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

Questions for Round Table Discussion: 1. On Faith: The "Hidden" Life "As we look at 2026, many of us are experts at looking like followers of Christ on Sunday morning. But if we pull back the curtain on your private thoughts and habits this week, where is the gap between the man people see and the man God sees? What is one specific 'secret struggle' you want to surrender today so you can walk in true renewal?" 2. On Marriage: The Heart of the Home "In Ephesians, husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the church—sacrificially and selflessly. In the busyness of work and kids, it’s easy to treat our wives like 'roommates' or 'co-managers' of a household. Where have you been selfish or emotionally absent lately, and what is one way you can be more selfless or present with your wife? 3. On Fatherhood: Presence vs. Provision "It is often easier to provide for our children financially than it is to be present with them spiritually. When your children look at your life right now, do they see a man who is 'too busy' for them, or a man who reflects the patience of the Heavenly Father? What is the biggest hurdle preventing you from being the primary spiritual leader in your children’s lives?" 4. On Occupation: Work as Worship "We spend the majority of our waking hours at work. Do you view your job primarily as a paycheck and a source of stress, or as your mission field? Be honest: where has 'climbing the ladder' or workplace anxiety taken priority over your integrity or your witness to your colleagues?" Is your job simply a paycheck, or is it a mission field? How can you make changes to improve your mission at work? 5. On Community: The Courage to Lead "The world in 2026 is often characterized by division and 'lone ranger' Christianity. We are called to be salt and light in our neighborhoods and cities. Where have you stayed 'safely on the sidelines' of your community when God might be calling you to lead, serve, or speak up for the truth?" 6. On Leadership: The Burden of Ego "Biblical leadership is 'servant leadership,' yet our pride often demands we be served. Where has your ego caused friction in your home,  workplace, church, or community recently? Share a moment where you chose to be 'right' rather than being righteous, and how you can practice humility in that relationship moving forward." 7. On Brotherhood: The Accountability Gap "Proverbs 27:17 says 'Iron sharpens iron.' Who are the men in your life who actually know the full truth about your struggles? Who has the permission to call you out? rocksolidfamilies.org Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods

What's Your Mission Field - Jeff Duerler - Ep 271 Strong Dads  The video opens with hosts Andy and Merrill expressing excitement about their upcoming guest, Jeff Duerler, a thoughtful and intentional speaker known for his rich insights. They emphasize the value of the content Jeff brings, noting that it’s so substantial that listeners will want to revisit it. The conversation begins with a couple of announcements regarding their Strong Dads Saturday morning workouts. They highlight a special event, Strong Dads Live, scheduled for January 3rd, aimed at sharing inspiring stories from their community. As the hosts officially welcome Jeff, they delve into his background. Jeff introduces himself by sharing his foundation in faith, emphasizing that his identity is rooted in his relationship with Jesus. He reflects on how this has shaped his life mission and the work he does, including leading a church and helping couples rekindle their marriages through Airbnb getaways. Jeff talks about the crucial questions of identity, purpose, and hope that every individual grapples with, stressing the importance of these in understanding one’s mission. The conversation takes a poignant turn as Jeff shares about his personal challenges, particularly the profound loss of his daughter, which forced him to reevaluate his mission in life. He discusses how suffering can lead to clarity about what truly matters, encouraging listeners to focus on how they can redeem their pain for a greater purpose. The discussion shifts to the importance of a mission-driven life, touching on the misconception that only certain people, like pastors, have a mission. Jeff argues that everyone is called to serve and make a difference, no matter their profession. He emphasizes that our work and interactions can be infused with purpose, urging listeners to seek out ways they can be a positive influence within their spheres of life. Andy and Merrill contribute their own experiences and insights, reflecting on their challenges and how they have found strength and purpose through their faith. They discuss the importance of community and service, especially for men who may struggle with being engaged or vulnerable. As they wrap up, the hosts underline that living a mission-oriented life not only enhances one’s personal fulfillment but also serves as an example for families, especially children. They invite viewers to consider joining their community and being part of their Strong Dads program, reinforcing the idea that nobody should undertake their spiritual journey alone. Remember, your mission starts by understanding your identity in Christ. rocksolidfamilies.org Support the show #Rocksolidfamilies,#familytherapy,#marriagecounseling,#parenting,#faithbasedcounseling,#counseling,#Strongdads,#coaching,#lifecoach,#lifecoaching,#marriagecoaching,#marriageandfamily,#control,#security,#respect,#affection,#love,#purpose,#faith,#mastersofdisaster,#storms,#disasterrelief,#tornados,#hurricanes,#floods