In the latest episode of the The Dad Central Show we're honoured to host John J. Smithbaker for a powerful conversation about healing the wounds of fatherlessness that come from father abandonment, divorce and neglect.  John J. Smithbaker is an author, speaker and founder of Fathers in the Field.  John shared his personal experiences growing up without a father and the profound impact it had on his life. He spoke candidly about the emptiness and longing that arise when the roles of pastor, provider, and protector are left unfilled by a father. In the episode, John highlights the significance of being present in the home as a father, emphasizing that this presence plays a crucial role in fulfilling those essential roles. He also delved into the topic of forgiveness, sharing his own journey towards forgiveness and transformation. John addressed the commandment to forgive and the consequences of harboring unforgiveness, highlighting the importance of forgiveness in healing father wounds. Throughout the conversation, the importance of masculinity was stressed, with John passionately emphasizing that masculinity is a gift to the world, women, children, and the community. He urged men to not buy into the lies that seek to destroy masculinity, and instead, to live for Christ and excel in sharing the truth. We encourage you to check out this inspiring episode. You can also find John Smithbaker's book, "Man Enough to Forgive," at manenoughtoforgive.com. About John J. Smithbaker John J. Smithbaker is an author, speaker and founder of Fathers in the Field. His passion and focus are to help men recapture their divinely assigned roles of Pastor, Provider and Protector in the home, as well as in the Church. As an experienced businessman, ministry leader, and gifted communicator, Smithbaker combines his personal experience and straight-forward style to connect and speak with men held back from becoming the man God designed who suffers through the brokenness, pain and anger of being left behind. For more information, visit https://manenoughtoforgive.com.  About the Dad Central Show Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help. The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. Links for Dad Central: Website: https://dadcentral.ca The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ Contact us at [email protected] The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact. Two more great ways Dad Central helps: FREE FATHERHOOD FUNDAMENTALS EMAIL COURSE: Learn how to lead your family effectively, master time management to balance your responsibilities, and maintain a positive outlook. Enroll now: https://dadcentral.ca/fatherhood-fundamentals/ DADMENTOR MEMBERSHIP: DadMentor is the ultimate solution tailored to address the challenges dads commonly face. Join now and get a step-by-step plan, proven tools, and a community of like-minded dads who want to be a great dads: https://dadcentral.ca/dads/  7 STEP GUIDE TO STOP YELLING: Our guide is based on extensive research and experience working with parents just like you. We’ll guide you through each step, offering practical tips, strategies, and exercises to help you understand your triggers, improve your communication skills, and foster a more harmonious relationship with your children, ultimately becoming a more confident and effective dad: https://dadcentral.ca/7-step-guide-to-stop-yelling/