What Does the Bible Say About Being a Godly Father? | Kris Langham (Through the Word)

What does it actually mean to be a godly father — especially if you never had one?

In this episode, host Joshua sits down with Kris Langham, co-founder of the Through the Word Bible app, to explore what Scripture teaches about godly fatherhood, father wounds, and how God specializes in breaking generational cycles.

Kris challenges listeners to find a truly "perfect dad" in the Bible (spoiler: there isn't one), points to God as the only model of perfect fatherhood, and walks through the stunning story of Hosea — where children named "Not Loved" and "Not My People" are renamed by God to "Beloved" and "My People." That's the gospel. That's your story too.

In this episode:

• The biblical definition of godly fatherhood
• Why brokenness is the starting point, not the disqualifier
• The full gospel: resurrection power, not just a second chance
• 4 practical steps to become a godly father this week
• How to use the Through the Word app with your kids
• The "Manhood Talks" plan built specifically for dads without dads

Resources:

• Through the Word App: https://www.throughtheword.org
• Dudes Without Dads: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com (update URL)
• Apply to be a guest: https://www.dudeswithoutdadspodcast.com/apply (update URL)

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