Leading As a Dad: Taking Initiative in Your Home

Being a godly father is learned one faithful step at a time. Each Field Guide takes one theme and walks through it over six weeks, using the Dad U Podcast as a catalyst for discussion, encouragement, accountability, and practical application. The goal isn't merely to know more about fatherhood or fix your children. It's to become more like Christ as a dad. As God shapes you, He will use you to shape your family. So find some dads… listen to one podcast each week… talk it over together… and live it out at home.

Leading as a Dad: Taking Initiative In Your Home

Strong families rarely happen by accident. They are built by fathers who intentionally lead.

Rather than simply reacting to the demands of family life, you can intentionally shape your home's culture through everyday moments that leave a lasting spiritual legacy. In this Field Guide, you'll learn practical ways to shepherd your family by taking initiative where it matters most — building relationships with your kids, creating opportunities for spiritual conversations, establishing purposeful rhythms in your home, and making the most of everyday moments together.

Weekly Discussion Questions

What stood out to you the most?
- What truth, Scripture, illustration, or statement challenged or encouraged you?
What does this teach us about God?
- How does this topic help you better understand God's character, His design for fatherhood, or His heart toward your family?
Where is this challenging you personally?
- Before talking about your kids, where do you need to grow?
What is one specific way you can apply this in your home this week?
- Start by praying, "Lord, help me become the dad You’ve called me to be by Your grace and for Your glory." And then get specific. Not just, "Be a better dad," but things like…
  - "I'm going to pray with each child before bed."
  - "I'm going to apologize."
  - "I'm going to schedule a date with my daughter."
  - “This week, with God's help, I will… _________________“
What obstacles might keep you from following through?
- Fear? Busyness? Pride? Forgetfulness? Lack of intentionality?
How can this group pray for you?
- Spend time sharing and carrying each other's burdens.

Fieldwork

(Living it out at home)

Before next week's meeting, intentionally practice one principle from this week's podcast, asking, "By God's grace, how will I lead my family differently because of what I've learned?"
At the beginning of the next gathering ask, each other "How’d your fieldwork go this week?"