How Dad Wins - Kirk McJunkin - The MakeReady Podcast #18

In this episode of the MakeReady Podcast, we sit down with Kirk McJunkin—former University of Texas football player, NFL draft pick, business leader, athletic director, and lifelong disciple-maker—to uncover why performance can never define a man’s worth.

From chasing identity on the field to finding true value in Christ, from navigating a strained relationship with his father to learning how to father with empathy, Kirk shares how failure, injury, and disappointment became the very tools God used to reshape his view of manhood. We talk about why discipline beats talent, how to raise sons without provoking them to anger, and why forgiveness frees both fathers and sons.

If you’ve ever felt crushed by the weight of performance, wrestled with anger toward your dad, or wondered how to pass on faith and strength to the next generation—this conversation will challenge, convict, and encourage you to build a legacy that lasts.

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