The Intentional Father
7-Week Brotherhood Study
September 14 – October 26, 2026 · Man of War Church · Lexington, KY
Reserve My SeatThe Intentional Father
Jon Tyson
Our Roadmap
Over 150,000 copies sold. This is the roadmap we're walking through together — not as a book club, but as men who are putting it into practice in their own homes.
Tyson lays out a clear path: Introduction → Preparation → Initiation → Formation → Recognition.
Each week covers 2–3 chapters. You'll read ahead, come ready to talk honestly, and commit to one concrete step for your household before the next meeting.
The 7-Week Journey
By the end, you'll have a framework for your household rooted in the gospel, not culture.
The Need for Fathers
Why fatherhood is the most overlooked crucial role in society. The five kinds of fathers — which one are you? Malachi 4:6, Ephesians 6:4.
A Preview of the Possible
What does intentional fatherhood actually look like? Honoring your own father — even if he failed you. Joshua 24:15.
Ceremony, Home & Values
The power of marking moments. Establishing your home's culture. Defining the values that will shape your sons. Deuteronomy 6:4–9.
The Five Shifts
Five shifts every father must make to raise sons of character. Moving from passive to proactive. 2 Timothy 2:2.
Preparing for Moments
Don't let key moments happen by accident. Being good at being a man — what that means biblically vs. culturally. Psalm 103:13.
Roles, Identity & the Arc of Life
Helping your son discover who God made him to be. Understanding the arc from boyhood to manhood. James 1:2–4.
Recognition & Legacy
The ceremony of welcome and blessing. Writing a personal covenant. Becoming the intentional father. Joshua 24:15.
This Is Not a Bible Study
It's better. A Bible study teaches you about God's Word. This group lives it.
Scripture-Centered
Every week built around key passages on fatherhood, leadership, and the family.
Accountability
Weekly check-ins. What did you do? What did you miss? No judgment — just faithfulness.
Church-Anchored
Hosted at Man of War Church. Connected to the body. Not a side project.
“He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children, and the hearts of the children to their parents.”Malachi 4:6
Download the Curriculum Guide
All 7 weeks — discussion questions, key content, commitment prompts, and facilitator notes. Print it out and bring it to every session.
Download PDF GuideFREE · 7 weeks · Print-ready
Reserve Your Seat
We're looking for 10 men who are serious about leading their homes. Spots are limited to keep the group intimate.
Pick up the book: The Intentional Fatherby Jon Tyson. We'll cover Chapters 1–2 in Week 1.
I'm In — Reserve My Seat