The Faithful Fathering Podcast

Wondering how to be a better dad in a distracted world? Discover 3 life-giving keys to Christian fatherhood that will transform your relationship with your kids.

Welcome to the Faithful Fathering podcast! Our mission is to encourage, equip, and stand beside men on the journey of faith-based parenting. In this uplifting episode, we sit down with Ian Moore to share practical, biblical advice for men who want to lead their families with grace and intentionality. Ian opens up about breaking the cycle of an absent father and shares the joy of building meaningful family traditions. We discuss how to move past the pressure of being a "perfect parent" and focus on what matters most: physical presence, emotional engagement, and spiritual leadership in the home.

Whether you are looking for Christian parenting tips, spiritual growth tools, or just a word of encouragement for Christian dads, this conversation will equip you to be the father God called you to be.

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How do you build a lasting spiritual legacy as a Christian father? On this episode of the Faithful Fathering Podcast, host Rick Wertz and Ian Moore (Living Word Church) dive into practical men's discipleship and what it really takes to lead your family well without getting distracted by career and culture.

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We’ve all spent years talking about the challenges facing modern families, but how do we move from conversation to practical execution? Using a powerful track-and-field relay race analogy, Ian breaks down the art of "passing the baton" to the next generation. Learn why the handoff is the most dangerous part of the race, how well-meaning dads accidentally run in the wrong lane, and why physical energy and spiritual discipline are crucial for everyday fathering.

If you are looking to strengthen your marriage, mentor young adults, or build a thriving men's ministry in your local church, this conversation is packed with actionable insights for your fatherhood journey.

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⏱️ CHAPTERS (Key Moments & Timestamps):

00:00 - Moving from Conversation to Practical Action

01:02 - The Track Analogy: The Art of Passing the Baton

01:50 - Running in the Wrong Lane & Chasing Distractions

03:10 - Why Grown Men Still Need Discipleship & Guidance

04:53 - The 93% Statistic: Why a Father’s Spiritual Leadership Matters

06:03 - Overcoming the 5 Words That Kill Progress: "I Don't Feel Like It"

08:00 - Mother’s Day vs. Father’s Day (What Dads Really Need)

09:15 - The PASS Strategy & Launching a Fatherhood Life App Class

11:30 - Transforming Men's Ministry: A 5-Year Vision for Houston

13:10 - What is a Faithful Father? (Closing Definition)

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As fathers, we spend years teaching, guiding, protecting, and preparing our children for life. But what happens when it's time to let go?

In this episode of the Faithful Fathering Podcast, Rick Wertz sits down with Ian Moore of Living Word Church to discuss what it means to "pass the baton" to the next generation. From raising young children to mentoring adult sons and daughters, Ian shares powerful insights on the different seasons of fatherhood and the challenge of remaining available without becoming overbearing.

Ian also shares his unforgettable "Kroger parking lot testimony", a moment when God reminded him that every child must ultimately have their own relationship with Christ. As fathers, we plant seeds, water faithfully, and trust God for the increase. Whether you're parenting toddlers, teenagers, or grown children, this conversation will encourage you to stay engaged, trust God's timing, and pass the baton well.

- What it means to pass the baton to the next generation

- The seasons of fatherhood: teacher, coach, and counselor

- Learning to let go while staying available

- Trusting God with your children's spiritual journey

- Encouragement for dads during Father's Day Month

Faithful Fathering exists to encourage and equip dads, in partnership with the Church, to be faithful fathers.

June is Father's Day Month, and we're celebrating dads all month long on the Faithful Fathering Podcast.

What happens when a boy grows up without a father and spends years searching for identity and belonging in all the wrong places?

In this episode, Rick Wertz sits down with Ian Moore to discuss his journey from fatherlessness and a troubled childhood to faith, redemption, and intentional fatherhood. Ian shares how his father's absence shaped his early years, the challenges he faced growing up, and how God's grace transformed his life and purpose.

Together, Rick and Ian explore the impact of a father's presence, the importance of breaking generational cycles, and what it means to become the dad your children need.

In this episode:

• Growing up without a father

• The lasting impact of fatherlessness

• God's grace and redemption

• Breaking generational cycles

• Becoming an intentional father

• Leaving a legacy that matters

Whether you're a dad, grandfather, mentor, or simply someone looking to make a difference in the life of a child, this conversation offers encouragement, hope, and practical wisdom.

Faithful Fathering exists to encourage and equip dads, in partnership with the Church, to be faithful fathers.

In this episode, Rick unpacks why his focus in this season is reaching new, young dads early, before life and its distractions create missed opportunities. He shares the importance of intentional connection, mentorship, and showing fathers what it truly means to lead, love, and be present. Because the reality is, you don’t get those early years back and stepping into the role of a father isn’t something that happens by accident.

In this episode, Rick and his guest, Robert, discuss the impact of Father–Son and Father–Daughter trips, intentional time set aside for dads to step away from the noise of everyday life and fully invest in meaningful moments with their children. They explore how unplugging from distractions creates space for deeper connection, lasting memories, and stronger family bonds.

In this episode, Rick and his guest, Robert, discuss the impact of Father–Son and Father–Daughter trips, intentional time set aside for dads to step away from the noise of everyday life and fully invest in meaningful moments with their children. They explore how unplugging from distractions creates space for deeper connection, lasting memories, and stronger family bonds.

In this podcast series, Rick has a conversation with Andrew Buck, Operations Manager for Freedom Fight, about the personal challenges and societal impact of adult content use as it relates do fathers. Together, they explore how these challenges affect fatherhood, relationships, and personal well-being, They offer practical guidance for recovery, growth, and modeling healthy habits for your family. Dads, take the time to tune in, take notes and share with a dad that can benefit from the conversation.

In this podcast series, Rick has a conversation with Andrew Buck, Operations Manager for Freedom Fight, about the personal challenges and societal impact of adult content use as it relates do fathers. Together, they explore how these challenges affect fatherhood, relationships, and personal well-being, They offer practical guidance for recovery, growth, and modeling healthy habits for your family. Dads, take the time to tune in, take notes and share with a dad that can benefit from the conversation.