This week on Father’s Fire, host Jody Sedrick sits down with Tyler Davis—a new dad, former youth pastor, and healthcare IT professional from Nashville—to dive deep into the emotional rollercoaster of domestic adoption, fatherhood, and the silent strength men carry in the process.

Tyler shares the whirlwind story of adopting his son Cameron with his wife, the challenges they faced navigating the adoption system, and the faith that carried them through moments of doubt, grief, and hope. From parenting classes to bonding with a newborn, Tyler opens up about what it really takes to adopt and how the journey shaped his marriage and manhood.

Jody and Tyler also unpack the importance of men having safe spaces, building strong emotional support systems, and showing up as present, patient fathers—especially for adopted children who need trust and love at a deeper level.

Key Moments:

• [00:03:00] Adoption motivation & emotional journey

• [00:15:00] Bonding struggles and breakthrough moments

• [00:30:00] Being a rock for your spouse through adoption

• [00:40:00] Encouragement for dads: being raw, present & patient

Whether you’re considering adoption, walking through it now, or just want a real convo about being a dad, this episode is for you.

🔗 Connect with Tyler on TikTok: @tylerdavis1453📖 Jody’s Book: How Far Must I Go: A Journey in Faith — Available on Amazon

Teaching our kids to own their mistakes empowers them to move through life with integrity and confidence.

This week on the podcast, I’m talking about the power of speaking with grace.
I’m sharing a favorite verse—Colossians 4:6—which says:

“Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, so that you know how to answer everyone.”

It got me thinking: when we talk to our kids, are we building them up or breaking them down?
Do our words give them confidence, hope, and a sense of being truly loved—or do they leave them feeling small, discouraged, or unseen?

The truth is, how we speak matters.
Not just to our children, but also to our spouses.

This episode is a reminder (for me too) that we’ve got to be more intentional with our words. Let’s speak life, not just correction. Let’s bring grace into every conversation at home.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on this