The Spiritual Battle for Fatherhood: Restoring the Image of God | Breathe Podcast Ep 294

Fatherhood is more than just a title, it is a calling that shapes generations. In this special episode leading up to Father Day, we dive deep into the complexities of being a dad, from healing old wounds to the daily challenges of raising the next generation. Join Pastor Debleaire Snell, Pastor Kirk Nugent, and David Person for a transparent and necessary conversation about the true role of a father. The hosts discuss why fathers often feel like an afterthought compared to mothers and the unique spiritual and social pressures men face as leaders of the home. They explore the concept of the father wound and how unresolved trauma from previous generations can impact parenting today. A significant portion of the conversation focuses on the power of therapy and how looking at our own fathers in context can lead to forgiveness and grace. They also touch on the prophetic nature of fatherhood, where dads often parent with the future in mind, preparing children for the world outside. Whether you are a new father, a seasoned dad, or someone navigating the waters of co-parenting after divorce, this episode offers encouragement to stay in the fight and prioritize the well-being of your children. It is time to salute the men who show up every day and lead with love. Chapters 0:00 Intro and the Context of Our Fathers 2:45 Welcome to the Breathe Podcast 4:30 Why Dads Deserve More Credit 7:15 The Spiritual Attack on Fatherhood 9:45 Understanding the Father Wound 12:30 The Importance of Therapy for Men 16:00 Seeing Your Father in Context 19:15 Showing Grace to Previous Generations 22:30 Parenting with the Future in Mind 25:45 The Hardest Parts of Being a Dad 29:00 Encouragement for Divorced and Single Fathers 32:15 Putting the Child First in Co-Parenting 34:45 A Salute to All Fathers 37:36 End of Episode #fatherhood #parenting #mentalhealth #fathersday #breathepodcast WAYS TO GIVE: ONLINE: https://breathoflife.tv/donate/ BY MAIIL: Breath of Life, P.O. Box 5960, Huntsville, AL 35814 TELEPHONE: 256.929.6460 TEXT MESSAGE: text to “Give3BOLTV” to 1.888.364.GIVE (4483) CASH APP: $BreathofLifeTV BE SURE TO CONNECT WITH US ONLINE: INSTAGRAM |   / breathoflifetv   TWITTER |   / breathoflifetv   FACEBOOK |   / breathoflifetv   WEBSITE | http://www.breathoflife.tv ______________________ Thanks for liking, commenting, subscribing and sharing even more of our videos right now! ______________________ © 2025 Breath of Life Television Ministry