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In this episode of Father and Friend, host Tim Anderson sits down with Klem, founder of Christian DadBud, to talk about fatherhood, faith, and the importance of being present, leading, and providing for your family. Klem shares his personal journey, cultural insights from the Philippines, and practical ways Christian dads can grow in intentional fatherhood.
What does it really mean to be a present father?
Klem opens up about his upbringing in the Philippines, how tough-love fatherhood has shifted over the years, and how becoming a Christian reshaped his view of parenting. He shares the three guiding principles that anchor his family life:
1. Being Present
2. Leading
3. Providing
The episode also dives into the impact of fatherlessness, cultural perspectives on dads in the Philippines, and how Christian parents ...
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