<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[brodad]]></title><description><![CDATA[BRODAD.]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 09:33:41 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.brodadlife.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Faith Over Feelings]]></title><description><![CDATA[2 Corinthians 5:7   Feelings are real, but they are not always reliable. If we allow emotions to drive every decision, life becomes unstable. Scripture calls believers to walk by faith rather than feelings.   Anchor yourself in truth.   God's Word remains constant regardless of your emotions. Truth provides stability.   Make decisions prayerfully.   Seek God's wisdom before reacting emotionally. Prayer creates perspective.   Remember God's promises.   His faithfulness does not change with...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/faith-over-feelings</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1decd861de78e3b215c10d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:34:25 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strength Through Humility]]></title><description><![CDATA[James 4:10   The world often associates strength with confidence, power, and self-promotion. Scripture presents a different picture. God honors humility. In fact, some of the strongest men in the Bible were men who recognized their need for God and depended on Him completely.   Put God first.   Humility begins by recognizing that every blessing comes from the Lord. A humble heart gives Him the credit He deserves.   Remain teachable.   Growth stops when pride takes over. Humble men continue...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/strength-through-humility</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1deac343a3e299a4b4a37c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 22:25:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Courage Before Comfort]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joshua 1:9   Comfort feels safe, but growth rarely happens there. Throughout Scripture, God consistently calls His people to trust Him beyond what feels easy or familiar. Courage is often the bridge between where you are and where God wants you to be.   Choose obedience over convenience.   The right decision is not always the easiest decision. Courage grows every time you choose obedience over comfort.   Trust God's presence.   God never asked Joshua to lead alone. Remembering that God is...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/courage-before-comfort</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1de9b0750a0d7337175655</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:21:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[True Freedom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galatians 5:1   It is easy to think freedom means having no restrictions, no responsibilities, and no one telling us what to do. Scripture teaches something different. True freedom is found in Christ. He frees us from sin, guilt, shame, and the burden of trying to earn God's approval.   Remember what Christ freed you from.   Many believers focus on what they have been saved for but forget what they have been saved from. Take time to reflect on God's grace and the freedom He has provided...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/true-freedom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1de9777b6630756eeff623</guid><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:20:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finishing the Month Strong]]></title><description><![CDATA[2 Timothy 4:7   "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."   Another month has come and gone.   Some goals were accomplished. Others may still be in progress. Some days felt productive. Others felt difficult.   Regardless of how the month unfolded, this is a good time to reflect.   Paul's words remind us that the goal is not perfection. The goal is faithfulness.   Have you kept moving forward?   Have you continued trusting God?   Have you remained...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/finishing-the-month-strong</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1de03d24904954b1cce6f6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:40:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trusting God with the Unknown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Proverbs 3:5-6   "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding..."   Most people are comfortable when they know what comes next.   We like plans, schedules, and certainty. We want to know how things will work out and what the future holds.   Life rarely works that way.   Often God calls us to trust Him without revealing every detail.   That can be uncomfortable.   As fathers, we naturally want to protect our families and prepare for the future. Yet there are...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/trusting-god-with-the-unknown</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1de01e74254bcae08518e6</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:40:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blessing of Consistency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luke 16:10   Most success stories are actually consistency stories. Whether in marriage, parenting, faith, or work, growth usually happens through repeated faithfulness rather than dramatic moments.   Stay faithful in small things.   Small actions often produce large results over time. Never underestimate consistency.   Build healthy habits.   Strong habits strengthen character and simplify good decisions.   Avoid chasing shortcuts.   Quick fixes rarely produce lasting results. Consistency...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/the-blessing-of-consistency</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1decab750a0d7337175ccd</guid><pubDate>Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:33:03 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Standing Firm Under Pressure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ephesians 6:13   "Put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground..."   Pressure is part of life.   Every father experiences seasons where responsibilities increase, challenges multiply, and stress feels overwhelming. Financial pressure. Work pressure. Family pressure. Spiritual pressure.   The question is not whether pressure will come. The question is how you will respond when it does.   Paul reminds believers to put on the armor of God...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/standing-firm-under-pressure</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddfff24904954b1cce688</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:39:02 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Faith Feels Small]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matthew 17:20   There are seasons when faith feels strong and confident. There are other seasons when faith feels small and fragile. The good news is that God does not require perfect faith. He simply asks us to trust Him.   Bring your doubts to God.   God is not intimidated by your questions. Honest faith often grows through honest conversations.   Focus on God's power.   Faith is not about how strong you are. It is about how strong God is.   Take small steps of obedience.   Growth often...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/when-faith-feels-small</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1dec817ab417a19fc12610</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:33:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Value of Self-Control]]></title><description><![CDATA[Galatians 5:22-23   "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience... and self-control."   Self-control is one of the clearest signs of spiritual maturity.   Anyone can react emotionally. Anyone can lose their temper. Anyone can speak without thinking. But self-control allows us to respond wisely instead of reacting impulsively.   For fathers, this matters greatly.   Your family often takes emotional cues from you. When you remain calm during stressful situations, you create...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/the-value-of-self-control</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddfbe7b6630756eefe122</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:38:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising Children with Purpose]]></title><description><![CDATA[Proverbs 22:6   "Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it."   Children are not simply raised by accident. They are shaped intentionally through guidance, instruction, and example.   One of the greatest responsibilities a father has is helping his children understand God's truth and purpose for their lives.   This doesn't require perfection. It requires consistency.   Teach them Scripture. Pray with them. Talk about God's faithfulness....]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/raising-children-with-purpose</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddfa443a3e299a4b48c28</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:38:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Choosing Faith Over Fear]]></title><description><![CDATA[2 Timothy 1:7   "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind."   Fear is one of the enemy's favorite tools.   Fear causes us to hesitate when God calls us to move. Fear magnifies problems and minimizes God's promises. Fear keeps many men from becoming the leaders God created them to be.   Yet Scripture reminds us that fear does not come from God.   Instead, God gives power, love, and self-control. He equips His people to face uncertainty with...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/choosing-faith-over-fear</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddf83d87dcf57d547a1ce</guid><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:37:03 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trusting God's Timing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ecclesiastes 3:11   Most of us would love to know exactly how God plans to work things out. We want the timeline, the details, and the guarantee that everything will happen according to our schedule. God rarely works that way. Instead, He calls us to trust Him one step at a time.   Accept that waiting has purpose.   God is often doing important work behind the scenes while we wait. Growth frequently happens in the delay.   Focus on today's responsibilities.   Worrying about tomorrow often...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/trusting-god-s-timing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1dec11d87dcf57d547bcd1</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:31:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Blessing of Rest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mark 6:31   "Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest."   Even Jesus recognized the importance of rest.   Many fathers feel guilty when they slow down. There is always another project to complete, another task to accomplish, or another responsibility demanding attention. Yet God never designed us to operate without rest.   Rest is not laziness. Rest is obedience.   When we constantly push beyond our limits, we often become impatient, distracted, and emotionally drained....]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/the-blessing-of-rest</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddf6424904954b1cce558</guid><pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:30:08 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Guarding Your Heart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Proverbs 4:23   "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it."   Every father spends time protecting things that matter. We lock our homes, insure our vehicles, and secure our finances. Yet Scripture reminds us that the most important thing we can protect is our heart.   Your heart influences your attitudes, decisions, relationships, and leadership. If bitterness, anger, pride, or discouragement are allowed to grow unchecked, they eventually affect every area of...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/guarding-your-heart</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddf4dd87dcf57d547a163</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:36:02 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Legacy Worth Leaving]]></title><description><![CDATA[Psalm 78:4   Every father leaves a legacy. The question is whether that legacy points people toward Christ. Legacy is built through thousands of daily decisions, habits, conversations, and examples.   Teach the next generation.   Share God's faithfulness with your children. Tell them what He has done in your life.   Live what you believe.   Children notice inconsistency quickly. Let your actions support your faith.   Invest in relationships.   Legacy grows through meaningful connection....]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/a-legacy-worth-leaving</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1deb5374254bcae08530db</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:28:06 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Father Who Prays]]></title><description><![CDATA[James 5:16   Prayer is one of the most powerful tools available to a father. It invites God's wisdom, strength, and guidance into every area of life. A praying father influences his family in ways he may never fully see.   Pray for your family consistently. Bring your spouse, children, and loved ones before the Lord regularly. Prayer demonstrates dependence on God rather than self.   Pray before making decisions. Seeking God's direction creates clarity and peace. Prayer helps align your...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/a-father-who-prays</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddf3824904954b1cce500</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:36:07 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Discipline of Gratitude]]></title><description><![CDATA[1 Thessalonians 5:18   Gratitude changes perspective. While circumstances may not always be ideal, Scripture calls believers to give thanks in all situations. Gratitude strengthens faith because it reminds us of God's ongoing goodness.   Look for reasons to be thankful daily. Thankfulness grows through practice. Taking time to notice God's blessings changes how you view life.   Focus on what you have rather than what you lack. Contentment increases when attention shifts toward God's...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/the-discipline-of-gratitude-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddf1a43a3e299a4b48b09</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:35:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leading with Integrity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Proverbs 20:7   Integrity is one of the greatest gifts a father can give his family. It creates trust, builds credibility, and provides a foundation for strong leadership. A man of integrity remains consistent regardless of circumstances.   Tell the truth consistently. Honesty builds trust over time. Small compromises often lead to larger problems, while truth creates stability.   Keep your private life aligned with your public life. Integrity means being the same person everywhere....]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/leading-with-integrity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddf0061de78e3b215a3e4</guid><pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:35:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building a Godly Legacy ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Psalm 78:4   Every father leaves a legacy. The question is not whether you will leave one, but what kind you will leave behind. Scripture encourages believers to pass God's truth from one generation to the next so that future generations will know His faithfulness.   Share God's goodness often. Talk about what God has done in your life. Personal testimony helps your children see that faith is more than a set of beliefs.   Lead spiritually at home. Spiritual leadership does not require...]]></description><link>https://www.brodadlife.com/post/building-a-godly-legacy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ddeeb61de78e3b215a3b8</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:35:04 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Michael Belfor</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>