Dr. Weaver sits down with Daniel Broadwell to discuss how parents can help shape young men into who God intended them to be. Together, they explore the importance of risk, responsibility, and spiritual adventure in a young man’s life—and how fathers can nurture faith and character in their sons. The conversation also tackles the growing challenge of passive masculinity and offers practical ways to raise confident, godly men in today’s world.

Recommended books:

• On cultural challenges for young people:
  • The Coddling of the American Mind, Jonothan Haidt & Greg Lukianoff - https://a.co/d/eX6o6pn
  • The Anxious Generation, Jonothan Haidt - https://a.co/d/0atlpb2
• On Fatherhood:
  • Wild at Heart, John Eldredge - https://a.co/d/8I7ephc
  • The Intentional Father, Jon Tyson - https://a.co/d/h0XD8hs
  • Habits of the Household, Justin Earley - https://a.co/d/6udOTfp
• On Overcoming Pornography
  • The Freedom Fight, Ted Shimer - https://a.co/d/d1NpOny
  • The Healing Church, Sam Black - https://a.co/d/hxSXeP1
  • Finally Free, Heath Lambert - https://a.co/d/iXFN7tN

Camps for Young Men

• SHLD Bible Camp (Texas) - shldbiblecamp.com
• SOL Bible Camp (New York) - https://www.facebook.com/p/Sons-Of-Light-SOL-Bible-Camp-100064761426224/
• Indiana Bible Camp - indianabiblecamp.com
• SALT Bible Camp (Tennessee) - saltandlightbiblecamps.com
• Young Men's Leadership Camp (Alabama) - 1tim412.com

Camps for Young Women

• FAR Bible Camp (New York) - farbiblecamp.com
• DOV Bible Camp (Indiana) - dovcamp.com
• LIGHT Bible Camp (Tennessee) - saltandlightbiblecamps.com
• GEMS Camp (Alabama) - gemscamp.com

In this episode, Dr. John Weaver sits down with Jeff Mathis, President of Southern Heritage Financial Group, to discuss how we can use our resources to live lives of greater service and generosity.

Together, they explore the heart behind planned giving — how thoughtful stewardship and wise investment can create a lasting impact for God’s kingdom. From practical insights to spiritual perspective, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about your finances and your legacy.

Tune in to learn how to invest with intention — and to become a blessing to others.

To learn more about planned giving from Mr. Mathis:

https://www.yoursouthernheritage.com/

How do parents build deeper, lasting connections with their teens? In this episode of Downstream from Florida College, Dr. Weaver sits down with Shawn and Diane Bain, who have dedicated their lives to serving families through parenting, teaching, mentoring, and camp leadership.

Together, they explore how to identify common communication pitfalls parents face and practical ways to express love in ways that truly connect.

Drawing inspiration from Gary Chapman’s The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers, this conversation is packed with wisdom for families who want to strengthen relationships.

Tune in and be encouraged to invest intentionally in the heart of your teen.