Fatherhood: The most important job a man will ever do.
If you’re a dad you know what I’m talking about. And what most of us dads come to realize very quickly is that we have no clue what in the world we are doing. Kids don’t come with an instruction manual but of course if they did most of us men wouldn’t have read it anyway!
“The nature of impending fatherhood is that you are doing something that you’re unqualified to do, and then you become qualified as you do it.” John Green
But you are here reading this so I guess you might be more responsible than most men and looking to step up as a dad. If this is you, you are well on your way of becoming an intentional father.
Become an Intentional Father
To become an intentional father you need to have a God-given vision of the dad your kids need you to be and then put together a plan. And that’s why this webpage was developed. To help equip you with resources that can be plugged into the plan for raising the best kids possible. We are glad you are here and confident that your efforts will produces eternal rewards.
Become the dad your kids need and deserve!
This short list describes the major roles an intentional father plays in his home. Take action today!
A fresh approach to the ancient practice of preparing your son for manhood. Make a plan and take action today!
This is a practical ebook developed by the Collegedale University Church. This booklet provides a clear pathway for raising children in today’s confusing world.
The Dad Plan
Read the “Dad Plan” blog complete with video teachings and downloadable documents. Take action today!
Blueprint Videos
Fatherhood in Focus Video Series
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Part 1: The Father’s Hand
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Part 2: Fathers Living a Blessing
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Part 3: Fathers Giving a Blessing
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Part 4: Fathers Using the Outdoors to Teach
Restore: A Father-Son Story
This is a short film about a story of a father and a son who restore an old Porsche and the bond it forms between them.
The Intentional Father
This short video describes the 5 different types of dads and simple steps you can take to be an intentional father.
Purposeful Outdoor Experiences for Dads
This short video features ways Blueprint for Men provides outdoor experiences for dads and their kids including the perennial favorite, “The Father’s Blessing”.
RECOMMENDED VIDEOS
- Father’s Love Letter (4:40)
- The Boy Crisis: A Sobering look at the State of our Boys (12:50)
- Developing a Rite of Passage for Your Sons (57:33)
- Every Child Deserves a Loving Dad (3:01)
- Little Light Studios, Blueprint for Dads (56:19)
RECOMMENDED BOOKS
For Raising Children
- The Blessing: Giving the Gift of Unconditional Love and Acceptance, by John Trent and Gary Smalley
- Rite of Passage: A Father’s Blessing, by Jim McBride
For Raising Sons
- The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character, by Jon Tyson
- Raising a Modern Day Knight: A Father’s Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood, by Robert Lewis
For Raising Daughters
- Strong Fathers, Strong Fathers: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know, by Meg Meeker, MD
- 52 Things Daughters Need from Their Dads: What Father’s Can Do to Build a Lasting Relationship, by Jay Payleitner