Nov. 19, 2025

Legacy Starts at Home: A Deep Dive Into Faith and Fatherhood

Legacy Starts at Home: A Deep Dive Into Faith and Fatherhood

Send us a text In this conversation, Mark sits down with Eric to explore what it really means to become a godly man, a present father, and a spiritual leader in the home. Eric shares his journey from a difficult childhood to discovering faith, developing responsibility, and building a legacy his children can stand on. This episode is a reminder that real discipleship begins at home and that every man can grow into the role God is calling him to. Key Takeaways • Why fatherhood starts with spir...

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In this conversation, Mark sits down with Eric to explore what it really means to become a godly man, a present father, and a spiritual leader in the home. Eric shares his journey from a difficult childhood to discovering faith, developing responsibility, and building a legacy his children can stand on. This episode is a reminder that real discipleship begins at home and that every man can grow into the role God is calling him to.

Key Takeaways

• Why fatherhood starts with spiritual leadership in the home
 • How God uses hard seasons to shape a man’s character
 • The role of discipleship, mentorship, and community in a man’s growth
 • What it looks like to raise children with intention and faith
 • How to break generational patterns and build a new legacy
 • Why men need responsibility, hard things, and brotherhood to mature
 • The importance of drawing near to God instead of waiting for change to happen
 • Encouragement for men feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure where to begin

Guest Bio

Eric is a husband, father, and servant leader with a heart for discipleship and children’s ministry. His journey includes overcoming a difficult upbringing, discovering faith as a teenager, and stepping into the call of raising his own children with purpose and conviction. Eric brings a grounded, honest perspective that resonates with men who want to grow, lead, and live out their faith in practical ways.

Call to Action

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