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

This week I share some thoughts after watching a video of a mom telling her boy "To stop crying, be a man". We've all done it. This starts at a very young age and is teaching our boys to suppress their emotions instead of giving them the tools to navigate them.

This week I sit down with Tommy Trenton Jr. to get his thoughts, experience, and perspective of being a dad. I love what he said "I was built for this! I was built to be a dad". We explore what he means and what it takes to be the dad that your kids need.Check it out!

Today I sit down with Tyler Butler; Father of 4, Recovering Alcoholic, Ironman Athlete and Keynote Speaker.Are you struggling with addiction and trying to figure out how to break the cycle? In this episode, ee dig deep in to overcoming addiction, mending relationships, being a single dad, and healing together.

Guest:

Tyler Butler

https://www.ty-butler.com/

Host:

Jody Sedrick

Fathers Fire

This week I sit down with Rob Schruefer to explore his experience being a dad. My biggest take away "be annoyingly present as a dad". They may not appreciate it know but they will when they get older!

Guest:

Rob Schruefer

Host

Jody Sedrick

Fathers Fire

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Check out my books

But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith

https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab

Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning

https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu

In this heartfelt episode of Fathers Fire, we dive into the nuances of fatherhood with guest Tracy Fisher. Navigating the complexities of co-parenting and blended family dynamics can be challenging. Tracy shares his journey of raising two sons in a positive co-parenting relationship with his ex-partner, how he fostered stability and love amid changes, and the challenges of integrating with his girlfriend's children, all while showing the importance of leading with gratitude and empathy. Tracy also reflects on his own upbringing without a father, the lasting impact of that absence, and how it shaped his determination to be a strong, loving presence for his kids. This candid conversation highlights the power of growth, resilience, and love in shaping healthier family dynamics.

Gueat:

Trace Fisher

InvolvedDad

https://involveddad.org

Host:

Jody Sedrick

Fathers Fire

Check out my books

But How Far Must I Go? A journey in faith

https://a.co/d/1uqS0Ab

Learn to Dance With the Currents of Life; When You Feel Like You’re Drowning

https://a.co/d/h5NZzNu