Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/raising-up-ten-thousand-fathers Welcome to the Raising Up Fathers Podcast. We are here to champion men to thrive in their four main roles: son, husband, father, and brother. Through testimonies and best practices. Our goal is to help you look a little more like Jesus in the areas that matter the most. Our vision is to raise up ten thousand fathers in the name of Jesus. You can find out more at raisingupfathers.com If what you heard today encouraged you, please share it with a friend. @raisingupfathers 9c481583-59aa-5fb3-9cbb-e58a72bd9778 yes en Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:26:17 -0600 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 08:27:15 -0600 http://www.raisingupfathers.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/uj6C9BtZ8P8hX8t9U1P3WPbykkTkgOsCBZc8GB7slbY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMDFh/ODBkMWM1ZTc5YjY3/NTE0MDgyMGU0YTEy/NTM3Zi5qcGVn.jpg Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers http://www.raisingupfathers.com episodic Zach Garza Welcome to the Raising Up Fathers Podcast. We are here to champion men to thrive in their four main roles: son, husband, father, and brother. Through testimonies and best practices. Our goal is to help you look a little more like Jesus in the areas that matter the most. Our vision is to raise up ten thousand fathers in the name of Jesus. You can find out more at raisingupfathers.com If what you heard today encouraged you, please share it with a friend. Welcome to the Raising Up Fathers Podcast. fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship Zach Garza No No Summit 2026: Attention is the Currency of Fatherhood // Brett Henry 19 19 Summit 2026: Attention is the Currency of Fatherhood // Brett Henry full aa61a645-b623-46d0-b104-698f830687ae https://share.transistor.fm/s/254eed27 Today’s episode from Brett Henry is raw, holy, and deeply practical in the kind of way that sticks with you long after the audio ends.

You’re going to hear a room full of men pursuing the heart of God together. You’ll hear prayer that honors legacy and calls out faithfulness. You’ll hear testimonies from men who have walked through the hardest seasons of their lives—near loss, financial stress, sin and confession, separation, and redemption—and you’ll hear what it looks like when brothers refuse to let another man walk alone.

At the center of this episode is a simple, confrontational idea: attention is the currency of fatherhood. What you give your face to, you give your life to. In a world that is constantly bidding for your attention—your phone, work, noise, distraction—this conversation is a call back to presence. To turn your face toward God, toward your wife, toward your kids, and toward your brothers.

If you’re tired, distracted, or carrying the weight of fatherhood and wondering how to do it well, this one is for you. Let’s jump in.

]]> Today’s episode from Brett Henry is raw, holy, and deeply practical in the kind of way that sticks with you long after the audio ends.

You’re going to hear a room full of men pursuing the heart of God together. You’ll hear prayer that honors legacy and calls out faithfulness. You’ll hear testimonies from men who have walked through the hardest seasons of their lives—near loss, financial stress, sin and confession, separation, and redemption—and you’ll hear what it looks like when brothers refuse to let another man walk alone.

At the center of this episode is a simple, confrontational idea: attention is the currency of fatherhood. What you give your face to, you give your life to. In a world that is constantly bidding for your attention—your phone, work, noise, distraction—this conversation is a call back to presence. To turn your face toward God, toward your wife, toward your kids, and toward your brothers.

If you’re tired, distracted, or carrying the weight of fatherhood and wondering how to do it well, this one is for you. Let’s jump in.

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:02:49 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 3732 Today’s episode from Brett Henry is raw, holy, and deeply practical in the kind of way that sticks with you long after the audio ends.

You’re going to hear a room full of men pursuing the heart of God together. You’ll hear prayer that honors legacy and calls out faithfulness. You’ll hear testimonies from men who have walked through the hardest seasons of their lives—near loss, financial stress, sin and confession, separation, and redemption—and you’ll hear what it looks like when brothers refuse to let another man walk alone.

At the center of this episode is a simple, confrontational idea: attention is the currency of fatherhood. What you give your face to, you give your life to. In a world that is constantly bidding for your attention—your phone, work, noise, distraction—this conversation is a call back to presence. To turn your face toward God, toward your wife, toward your kids, and toward your brothers.

If you’re tired, distracted, or carrying the weight of fatherhood and wondering how to do it well, this one is for you. Let’s jump in.

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No Summit 2026: As For Me and My House, We Will Serve the Lord // Michael Birkland // Sonship 21 21 Summit 2026: As For Me and My House, We Will Serve the Lord // Michael Birkland // Sonship full 77a603ec-7941-4c03-8099-c48e5a1b2833 https://share.transistor.fm/s/935a16ba In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a message that cuts straight to the foundation of everything we’re trying to build as men. We talk a lot about the four roles—son, husband, father, and brother—but underneath all of them is one question that determines whether we thrive or slowly fall apart:

Who are you serving?

Michael Birkland, brings a word that is both deeply personal and deeply prophetic. It starts with a simple declaration from Joshua 24: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” But it doesn’t stay theoretical. Michael takes us on a journey through legacy, family lines, and the quiet power of one person saying “yes” to Jesus—and how that single decision can redeem an entire lineage.

Then the message turns inward. Because the greatest battles most of us will face are not “out there.” They are within. You’ll hear a striking picture of the world inside you—your mind, your strength, your emotions, and your heart—and what happens when the well meant for the Lord becomes crowded with other desires, pressures, and distractions.

This episode is about spiritual warfare, but not the loud kind. It’s about the slow drift toward burnout, compromise, and trusting false promises of guidance, protection, and prosperity. It’s about reclaiming your heart as holy ground and learning how to rule the inner world before it rules you.

And ultimately, it’s a call to respond.

A line in the sand.
A return to first love.
A decision that says: As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.

If you’ve ever felt pulled in a hundred directions, spiritually tired, or hungry for deeper freedom and clarity, this episode is for you.

]]> In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a message that cuts straight to the foundation of everything we’re trying to build as men. We talk a lot about the four roles—son, husband, father, and brother—but underneath all of them is one question that determines whether we thrive or slowly fall apart:

Who are you serving?

Michael Birkland, brings a word that is both deeply personal and deeply prophetic. It starts with a simple declaration from Joshua 24: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” But it doesn’t stay theoretical. Michael takes us on a journey through legacy, family lines, and the quiet power of one person saying “yes” to Jesus—and how that single decision can redeem an entire lineage.

Then the message turns inward. Because the greatest battles most of us will face are not “out there.” They are within. You’ll hear a striking picture of the world inside you—your mind, your strength, your emotions, and your heart—and what happens when the well meant for the Lord becomes crowded with other desires, pressures, and distractions.

This episode is about spiritual warfare, but not the loud kind. It’s about the slow drift toward burnout, compromise, and trusting false promises of guidance, protection, and prosperity. It’s about reclaiming your heart as holy ground and learning how to rule the inner world before it rules you.

And ultimately, it’s a call to respond.

A line in the sand.
A return to first love.
A decision that says: As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.

If you’ve ever felt pulled in a hundred directions, spiritually tired, or hungry for deeper freedom and clarity, this episode is for you.

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:42:39 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 2552 In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a message that cuts straight to the foundation of everything we’re trying to build as men. We talk a lot about the four roles—son, husband, father, and brother—but underneath all of them is one question that determines whether we thrive or slowly fall apart:

Who are you serving?

Michael Birkland, brings a word that is both deeply personal and deeply prophetic. It starts with a simple declaration from Joshua 24: “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” But it doesn’t stay theoretical. Michael takes us on a journey through legacy, family lines, and the quiet power of one person saying “yes” to Jesus—and how that single decision can redeem an entire lineage.

Then the message turns inward. Because the greatest battles most of us will face are not “out there.” They are within. You’ll hear a striking picture of the world inside you—your mind, your strength, your emotions, and your heart—and what happens when the well meant for the Lord becomes crowded with other desires, pressures, and distractions.

This episode is about spiritual warfare, but not the loud kind. It’s about the slow drift toward burnout, compromise, and trusting false promises of guidance, protection, and prosperity. It’s about reclaiming your heart as holy ground and learning how to rule the inner world before it rules you.

And ultimately, it’s a call to respond.

A line in the sand.
A return to first love.
A decision that says: As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.

If you’ve ever felt pulled in a hundred directions, spiritually tired, or hungry for deeper freedom and clarity, this episode is for you.

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No Summit 2026: Ten Things I Learned Through Being a Husband // Zach Garza 18 18 Summit 2026: Ten Things I Learned Through Being a Husband // Zach Garza full bcc0c966-d39c-4f2f-b4e1-406841ce1457 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9097d21b From the 2026 Ten Thousand Fathers Summit.

Today’s episode comes straight from the trenches of real life and real marriage. We’re talking about what it actually looks like to become a godly husband, not from a place of perfection, but from honesty, repentance, growth, and God’s faithfulness.

You’ll hear powerful truths about dying to self, serving your wife like Jesus served the church, breaking fear and control, rebuilding connection, apologizing quickly, having fun again, and trusting God to do the work in your marriage that you never could on your own.

This is a conversation for every man who wants a marriage that thrives, not just survives. Whether your relationship is strong, struggling, or somewhere in between, our prayer is that this episode challenges you, encourages you, and calls you higher in the most important relationship of your life.

]]> From the 2026 Ten Thousand Fathers Summit.

Today’s episode comes straight from the trenches of real life and real marriage. We’re talking about what it actually looks like to become a godly husband, not from a place of perfection, but from honesty, repentance, growth, and God’s faithfulness.

You’ll hear powerful truths about dying to self, serving your wife like Jesus served the church, breaking fear and control, rebuilding connection, apologizing quickly, having fun again, and trusting God to do the work in your marriage that you never could on your own.

This is a conversation for every man who wants a marriage that thrives, not just survives. Whether your relationship is strong, struggling, or somewhere in between, our prayer is that this episode challenges you, encourages you, and calls you higher in the most important relationship of your life.

]]> Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:30:07 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 4428 From the 2026 Ten Thousand Fathers Summit.

Today’s episode comes straight from the trenches of real life and real marriage. We’re talking about what it actually looks like to become a godly husband, not from a place of perfection, but from honesty, repentance, growth, and God’s faithfulness.

You’ll hear powerful truths about dying to self, serving your wife like Jesus served the church, breaking fear and control, rebuilding connection, apologizing quickly, having fun again, and trusting God to do the work in your marriage that you never could on your own.

This is a conversation for every man who wants a marriage that thrives, not just survives. Whether your relationship is strong, struggling, or somewhere in between, our prayer is that this episode challenges you, encourages you, and calls you higher in the most important relationship of your life.

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No In Memory of Steve Allen 17 17 In Memory of Steve Allen full db839c4f-95fa-42dc-9f6d-358f97ba43c0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/32894725 Our good friend Steve Allen passed away on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025. We hope this podcast gives you a little encouragement as we honor the memory of this Man of God. 

Services are at 2pm on Jan. 3rd, 2026 @ Belmont Church off Music Square in Nashville, TN. 

]]> Our good friend Steve Allen passed away on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025. We hope this podcast gives you a little encouragement as we honor the memory of this Man of God. 

Services are at 2pm on Jan. 3rd, 2026 @ Belmont Church off Music Square in Nashville, TN. 

]]> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:18:13 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 3230 Our good friend Steve Allen passed away on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025. We hope this podcast gives you a little encouragement as we honor the memory of this Man of God. 

Services are at 2pm on Jan. 3rd, 2026 @ Belmont Church off Music Square in Nashville, TN. 

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 13. What is Sonship? with Ben DuBose 7 7 13. What is Sonship? with Ben DuBose full ec82c7f2-e403-42ee-9c40-e11bb523d9cc https://share.transistor.fm/s/03c97351 In this episode, we unpack the heart of Sonship—what it is, why it matters, and how it transforms every part of our lives as fathers and followers of Jesus. Sonship isn’t about performance, striving, or control—it’s about relationship, peace, security, and walking hand-in-hand with God as our Father.

Zach and Ben discuss shares how their upbringing impacted his identity, and how discovering Sonship reoriented everything. We explore the contrast between living like a son versus living like an orphan—marked by fear, striving, and self-reliance. Through personal stories, biblical examples, and honest reflections, we’re invited to grow in Sonship through time with the Father, spiritual friendships, and learning to rest in His love—not for what we do, but for who we are.

Sonship frees us. It reminds us who we are and whose we are. It changes how we lead, parent, serve, and live.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> In this episode, we unpack the heart of Sonship—what it is, why it matters, and how it transforms every part of our lives as fathers and followers of Jesus. Sonship isn’t about performance, striving, or control—it’s about relationship, peace, security, and walking hand-in-hand with God as our Father.

Zach and Ben discuss shares how their upbringing impacted his identity, and how discovering Sonship reoriented everything. We explore the contrast between living like a son versus living like an orphan—marked by fear, striving, and self-reliance. Through personal stories, biblical examples, and honest reflections, we’re invited to grow in Sonship through time with the Father, spiritual friendships, and learning to rest in His love—not for what we do, but for who we are.

Sonship frees us. It reminds us who we are and whose we are. It changes how we lead, parent, serve, and live.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 18:17:45 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 2747 In this episode, we unpack the heart of Sonship—what it is, why it matters, and how it transforms every part of our lives as fathers and followers of Jesus. Sonship isn’t about performance, striving, or control—it’s about relationship, peace, security, and walking hand-in-hand with God as our Father.

Zach and Ben discuss shares how their upbringing impacted his identity, and how discovering Sonship reoriented everything. We explore the contrast between living like a son versus living like an orphan—marked by fear, striving, and self-reliance. Through personal stories, biblical examples, and honest reflections, we’re invited to grow in Sonship through time with the Father, spiritual friendships, and learning to rest in His love—not for what we do, but for who we are.

Sonship frees us. It reminds us who we are and whose we are. It changes how we lead, parent, serve, and live.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 13. Friendship and Brotherhood with Dr. Michael Boone 16 16 13. Friendship and Brotherhood with Dr. Michael Boone full 93e9c776-2b8a-4f0c-9238-b7d89e8fe0bf https://share.transistor.fm/s/da8a1b73

On today’s episode of the You Can Mentor Podcast, we got Dr. Michael Boone of Waco, Texas and we’re talking about friendship—the real kind. The kind that takes intentionality, vulnerability, and a willingness to show up. You’ll hear how one man became known as a great friend, why he believes God designed us to need each other, and how a simple habit like sending a morning text turned into a lifeline for his community.

We’ll unpack what Scripture says about brotherhood, the power of encouragement and accountability, and why so many men struggle to pursue meaningful friendships. If you’ve ever felt lonely or unsure how to build real connection, this episode will give you hope—and a few practical steps to get started.

You weren’t meant to do life alone. Let’s talk about how to pursue the kind of friendship your soul is craving.


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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

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On today’s episode of the You Can Mentor Podcast, we got Dr. Michael Boone of Waco, Texas and we’re talking about friendship—the real kind. The kind that takes intentionality, vulnerability, and a willingness to show up. You’ll hear how one man became known as a great friend, why he believes God designed us to need each other, and how a simple habit like sending a morning text turned into a lifeline for his community.

We’ll unpack what Scripture says about brotherhood, the power of encouragement and accountability, and why so many men struggle to pursue meaningful friendships. If you’ve ever felt lonely or unsure how to build real connection, this episode will give you hope—and a few practical steps to get started.

You weren’t meant to do life alone. Let’s talk about how to pursue the kind of friendship your soul is craving.


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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:17:54 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 2659

On today’s episode of the You Can Mentor Podcast, we got Dr. Michael Boone of Waco, Texas and we’re talking about friendship—the real kind. The kind that takes intentionality, vulnerability, and a willingness to show up. You’ll hear how one man became known as a great friend, why he believes God designed us to need each other, and how a simple habit like sending a morning text turned into a lifeline for his community.

We’ll unpack what Scripture says about brotherhood, the power of encouragement and accountability, and why so many men struggle to pursue meaningful friendships. If you’ve ever felt lonely or unsure how to build real connection, this episode will give you hope—and a few practical steps to get started.

You weren’t meant to do life alone. Let’s talk about how to pursue the kind of friendship your soul is craving.


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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 12. Harvest, Seasonality, and Soil with Sam DeFord 12 12 12. Harvest, Seasonality, and Soil with Sam DeFord full c27f233e-29fa-4d48-8f2a-3063066bb0fc https://share.transistor.fm/s/d8420b8b Join Zach Garza and Sam DeFord on the "Raising Up Fathers" podcast as they explore the profound themes of seasonality, soil, and spiritual growth. Discover how the concept of the Holy Gardener can transform your understanding of life's seasons and the importance of vulnerability and community in personal development. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that delves into the heart of what it means to live an integrated life, balancing faith, family, and personal growth.

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https://www.iamresolute.org/
https://kinsmen.org/

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Sam DeFord is a pastor, biblical counselor, and spiritual formation leader bringing nearly two decades of ministry experience to Resolute BC. He earned a degree in Biblical Studies from Southwestern AG University and is currently completing his Master of Divinity at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. Sam was one of three founding pastors of a church plant launched in 2010 in McKinney TX, where he spent over twelve years helping shape the church’s vision, spiritual formation, and discipleship culture.

Throughout his years in pastoral ministry, Sam encountered the deep and complex needs of individuals navigating spiritual, emotional, and relational challenges. This experience led him to recognize the vital role of biblical counseling in the life of the Church—a form of soul care that speaks to the whole person. Out of this conviction, Sam has stepped more intentionally into the counseling arm of pastoral ministry, combining theology, spiritual formation, and emotional health into his work with individuals and families.

Sam lives in Doylestown, Pennsylvania with his wife, Audrey, and their five young children—Flora, Freya, Winifred, Whitaker, and Ira. In the middle of raising kids, Sam continues to pastor, counsel, write songs and sermons, and invest deeply in the life of the local church. Sam speaks with a pastoral heart and a deep desire to see men formed in the love of Christ.

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Introduction and Welcome - 00:00
Discovering Kinsman - 02:00
The Concept of Harvest and Seasonality - 08:00

The Role of Vulnerability in Community - 15:00

Understanding Seasonality in Life - 22:00
The C.S. Lewis "Me Too" Moment - 30:00

Closing Thoughts and Poem - 38:00


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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Join Zach Garza and Sam DeFord on the "Raising Up Fathers" podcast as they explore the profound themes of seasonality, soil, and spiritual growth. Discover how the concept of the Holy Gardener can transform your understanding of life's seasons and the importance of vulnerability and community in personal development. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that delves into the heart of what it means to live an integrated life, balancing faith, family, and personal growth.

--

https://www.iamresolute.org/
https://kinsmen.org/

--
Sam DeFord is a pastor, biblical counselor, and spiritual formation leader bringing nearly two decades of ministry experience to Resolute BC. He earned a degree in Biblical Studies from Southwestern AG University and is currently completing his Master of Divinity at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. Sam was one of three founding pastors of a church plant launched in 2010 in McKinney TX, where he spent over twelve years helping shape the church’s vision, spiritual formation, and discipleship culture.

Throughout his years in pastoral ministry, Sam encountered the deep and complex needs of individuals navigating spiritual, emotional, and relational challenges. This experience led him to recognize the vital role of biblical counseling in the life of the Church—a form of soul care that speaks to the whole person. Out of this conviction, Sam has stepped more intentionally into the counseling arm of pastoral ministry, combining theology, spiritual formation, and emotional health into his work with individuals and families.

Sam lives in Doylestown, Pennsylvania with his wife, Audrey, and their five young children—Flora, Freya, Winifred, Whitaker, and Ira. In the middle of raising kids, Sam continues to pastor, counsel, write songs and sermons, and invest deeply in the life of the local church. Sam speaks with a pastoral heart and a deep desire to see men formed in the love of Christ.

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Introduction and Welcome - 00:00
Discovering Kinsman - 02:00
The Concept of Harvest and Seasonality - 08:00

The Role of Vulnerability in Community - 15:00

Understanding Seasonality in Life - 22:00
The C.S. Lewis "Me Too" Moment - 30:00

Closing Thoughts and Poem - 38:00


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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:55:17 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 2905 Join Zach Garza and Sam DeFord on the "Raising Up Fathers" podcast as they explore the profound themes of seasonality, soil, and spiritual growth. Discover how the concept of the Holy Gardener can transform your understanding of life's seasons and the importance of vulnerability and community in personal development. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that delves into the heart of what it means to live an integrated life, balancing faith, family, and personal growth.

--

https://www.iamresolute.org/
https://kinsmen.org/

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Sam DeFord is a pastor, biblical counselor, and spiritual formation leader bringing nearly two decades of ministry experience to Resolute BC. He earned a degree in Biblical Studies from Southwestern AG University and is currently completing his Master of Divinity at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. Sam was one of three founding pastors of a church plant launched in 2010 in McKinney TX, where he spent over twelve years helping shape the church’s vision, spiritual formation, and discipleship culture.

Throughout his years in pastoral ministry, Sam encountered the deep and complex needs of individuals navigating spiritual, emotional, and relational challenges. This experience led him to recognize the vital role of biblical counseling in the life of the Church—a form of soul care that speaks to the whole person. Out of this conviction, Sam has stepped more intentionally into the counseling arm of pastoral ministry, combining theology, spiritual formation, and emotional health into his work with individuals and families.

Sam lives in Doylestown, Pennsylvania with his wife, Audrey, and their five young children—Flora, Freya, Winifred, Whitaker, and Ira. In the middle of raising kids, Sam continues to pastor, counsel, write songs and sermons, and invest deeply in the life of the local church. Sam speaks with a pastoral heart and a deep desire to see men formed in the love of Christ.

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Introduction and Welcome - 00:00
Discovering Kinsman - 02:00
The Concept of Harvest and Seasonality - 08:00

The Role of Vulnerability in Community - 15:00

Understanding Seasonality in Life - 22:00
The C.S. Lewis "Me Too" Moment - 30:00

Closing Thoughts and Poem - 38:00


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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 11. When People Matter More 11 11 11. When People Matter More full 2bd7f82d-487e-4319-ad5f-aea224f1a733 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d6ab74f9 Have you ever felt like God was trying to get your attention? This week, He spoke to me through a camp full of mentors, a local card shop, and one joy-filled grandpa who reminded me what really matters. In this episode, we reflect on the beauty of slowing down, prioritizing people over projects, and finding God in unexpected places.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Have you ever felt like God was trying to get your attention? This week, He spoke to me through a camp full of mentors, a local card shop, and one joy-filled grandpa who reminded me what really matters. In this episode, we reflect on the beauty of slowing down, prioritizing people over projects, and finding God in unexpected places.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Mon, 28 Jul 2025 17:35:33 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 327 Have you ever felt like God was trying to get your attention? This week, He spoke to me through a camp full of mentors, a local card shop, and one joy-filled grandpa who reminded me what really matters. In this episode, we reflect on the beauty of slowing down, prioritizing people over projects, and finding God in unexpected places.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 10. The Journey Towards Connection 10 10 10. The Journey Towards Connection full 6a734d0e-a5ad-4d0a-9ea4-dfec33d68202 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a628b6bc We were created for connection, but somewhere along the way, many of us lost it.

Let's talk about the journey toward healing, vulnerability, and being fully known.

If you're longing for deeper connection with God, your family, or yourself, this one's for you.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

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]]> We were created for connection, but somewhere along the way, many of us lost it.

Let's talk about the journey toward healing, vulnerability, and being fully known.

If you're longing for deeper connection with God, your family, or yourself, this one's for you.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 410 We were created for connection, but somewhere along the way, many of us lost it.

Let's talk about the journey toward healing, vulnerability, and being fully known.

If you're longing for deeper connection with God, your family, or yourself, this one's for you.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 9. You Will Produce Who You Are 9 9 9. You Will Produce Who You Are full 1a16e426-59c8-494a-80f6-9ed775ebb9f7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bb49e94b You won’t produce what you say.
You’ll produce who you are.

You want kids who love Jesus, walk in truth, and live with character? The call is to be that man yourself.

More smoker. Less microwave.
Actions over words.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

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]]> You won’t produce what you say.
You’ll produce who you are.

You want kids who love Jesus, walk in truth, and live with character? The call is to be that man yourself.

More smoker. Less microwave.
Actions over words.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

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]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:51:52 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 306 You won’t produce what you say.
You’ll produce who you are.

You want kids who love Jesus, walk in truth, and live with character? The call is to be that man yourself.

More smoker. Less microwave.
Actions over words.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 8. Wounds From a Friend 9 9 8. Wounds From a Friend full 96bff61c-9366-4ee7-a045-9a9ab2f99658 https://share.transistor.fm/s/75ce637d Do you love me enough to wound me? 

Do I love you enough to wound you? 

I'm afraid wounds from a friend are necessary in helping me become all I can be.

Tune in to hear more...

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

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Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Do you love me enough to wound me? 

Do I love you enough to wound you? 

I'm afraid wounds from a friend are necessary in helping me become all I can be.

Tune in to hear more...

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

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]]> Fri, 20 Jun 2025 16:29:01 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 380 Do you love me enough to wound me? 

Do I love you enough to wound you? 

I'm afraid wounds from a friend are necessary in helping me become all I can be.

Tune in to hear more...

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

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]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 7. Surrounded by Godliness 8 8 7. Surrounded by Godliness full f81a5e9a-67fe-4e3a-b8f2-abccf6a3f875 https://share.transistor.fm/s/897da682 The man you’re becoming is shaped by the men you surround yourself with.

Every summer, I make a ten-hour drive to sit with three men who remind me of the kind of man I want to be... full of faith, courage, and fire for the Lord.

No sermons. Just stories, prayer, and presence. And somehow, it always changes me. 

Listen to learn more. 

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

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]]> The man you’re becoming is shaped by the men you surround yourself with.

Every summer, I make a ten-hour drive to sit with three men who remind me of the kind of man I want to be... full of faith, courage, and fire for the Lord.

No sermons. Just stories, prayer, and presence. And somehow, it always changes me. 

Listen to learn more. 

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> Wed, 11 Jun 2025 14:16:43 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 441 The man you’re becoming is shaped by the men you surround yourself with.

Every summer, I make a ten-hour drive to sit with three men who remind me of the kind of man I want to be... full of faith, courage, and fire for the Lord.

No sermons. Just stories, prayer, and presence. And somehow, it always changes me. 

Listen to learn more. 

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

For more information about Ten Thousand Fathers, please visit www.raisingupfathers.com

Find us on instagram @raisingupfathers

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 6. How Do You Spell Faith? 6 6 6. How Do You Spell Faith? full 09f8cae8-f006-4b03-b532-a329308ea4fe https://share.transistor.fm/s/cafd2693 "Without faith it's impossible to please God."

Here's an encouragement to live a life of faith. One that requires you to depend on the Lord, not yourself.

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]]> "Without faith it's impossible to please God."

Here's an encouragement to live a life of faith. One that requires you to depend on the Lord, not yourself.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

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]]> Mon, 02 Jun 2025 08:48:41 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 266 "Without faith it's impossible to please God."

Here's an encouragement to live a life of faith. One that requires you to depend on the Lord, not yourself.

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

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]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 5. A Charge to Initiate, Build, and Engage with Your Band of Brothers 5 5 5. A Charge to Initiate, Build, and Engage with Your Band of Brothers full e445a37c-5a0e-41ec-a656-87e1047d12bc https://share.transistor.fm/s/1f903f76 I have been thinking a lot about the power of brothers. Of friendship.

Why it is so ridiculously difficult to have friendships?

Being a good friend seems to take just as much work as being a good husband and father.

Is it worth it? 

I think it is. 
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Tim Keller Sermon: Friends - What Good Are They? - https://podcast.gospelinlife.com/e/friends-%E2%80%93-what-good-are-they-open-forum/

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www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> I have been thinking a lot about the power of brothers. Of friendship.

Why it is so ridiculously difficult to have friendships?

Being a good friend seems to take just as much work as being a good husband and father.

Is it worth it? 

I think it is. 
--

Tim Keller Sermon: Friends - What Good Are They? - https://podcast.gospelinlife.com/e/friends-%E2%80%93-what-good-are-they-open-forum/

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 
www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> Thu, 15 May 2025 15:12:04 -0500 Zach Garza Zach Garza 614 I have been thinking a lot about the power of brothers. Of friendship.

Why it is so ridiculously difficult to have friendships?

Being a good friend seems to take just as much work as being a good husband and father.

Is it worth it? 

I think it is. 
--

Tim Keller Sermon: Friends - What Good Are They? - https://podcast.gospelinlife.com/e/friends-%E2%80%93-what-good-are-they-open-forum/

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Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 
www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 4. Summit 2025: Ben DuBose // Husband & Father 4 4 4. Summit 2025: Ben DuBose // Husband & Father full ee1c7130-cb51-484f-9380-482642edae13 https://share.transistor.fm/s/41c68919 Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:14:10 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 2417 Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 3. Summit 2025: Don Finto // Sonship + Preston Reece Spoken Word + Steve Allen 3 3 3. Summit 2025: Don Finto // Sonship + Preston Reece Spoken Word + Steve Allen full 00e5ab2b-253d-4699-a899-217faaef1faa https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9b49469 Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.comwww.raisingupfathers.com

Chapters:
Preston Reece Spoken Word: Starts at 1:21
John Williams Prayer: Starts at 6:32
Steve Allen Share: Starts at 12:10
Michael Birkland Intro: Starts at 15:52
Don Finto Main Session:  Starts at 19:30

]]> Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.comwww.raisingupfathers.com

Chapters:
Preston Reece Spoken Word: Starts at 1:21
John Williams Prayer: Starts at 6:32
Steve Allen Share: Starts at 12:10
Michael Birkland Intro: Starts at 15:52
Don Finto Main Session:  Starts at 19:30

]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:13:20 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 3012 Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.comwww.raisingupfathers.com

Chapters:
Preston Reece Spoken Word: Starts at 1:21
John Williams Prayer: Starts at 6:32
Steve Allen Share: Starts at 12:10
Michael Birkland Intro: Starts at 15:52
Don Finto Main Session:  Starts at 19:30

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 2. Summit 2025: Zach Garza // The Importance of Brothers 2 2 2. Summit 2025: Zach Garza // The Importance of Brothers full a5fa08f8-33ff-4d08-bcf9-b63281a30e8e https://share.transistor.fm/s/f8e015d4 Zach is introduced by Ben DuBose, one of Zach's closest friends and brothers. Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> Zach is introduced by Ben DuBose, one of Zach's closest friends and brothers. Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:06:57 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 3215 Zach is introduced by Ben DuBose, one of Zach's closest friends and brothers. Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No 1. Summit 2025: Welcome // Ben DuBose, Zach Garza, Michael Allen, & Erik Presley 1 1 1. Summit 2025: Welcome // Ben DuBose, Zach Garza, Michael Allen, & Erik Presley full c80607bf-540c-40ac-89ce-453678797941 https://share.transistor.fm/s/80c21f1e This is the "Welcome" from The Ten Thousand Fathers 2025 Summit. Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> This is the "Welcome" from The Ten Thousand Fathers 2025 Summit. Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:04:50 -0600 Zach Garza Zach Garza 1582 This is the "Welcome" from The Ten Thousand Fathers 2025 Summit. Our hope is this gives you a vision for our Summit, and gives you a little taste of what to expect from Raising Up Ten Thousand Fathers. To learn more, or to facilitate a gathering like this in your community, please contact us. 

www.raisingupfathers.com

]]> fathers, father, fatherhood, manhood, men of God, dads, discipleship No