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Ep. 85 | Building Households of Valor with David Reece
Life on Target
1 hour 11 minutes 20 seconds
2 months ago
Ep. 85 | Building Households of Valor with David Reece
In this episode, Nathan sits down with David Reece—pastor, entrepreneur, and founder of Armored Republic—to explore how Christian men can lead their households, train their children, and steward businesses with wisdom and purpose. From raising sons to work full-time by their mid-teens, to cultivating daughters as queens in the home, to structuring time around the Lord’s Day, David shares a blueprint for dominion living. The conversation dives deep into discipline, delegation, biblical law, and the practical skills needed to govern your home and ventures for the glory of God.
Guest Links
Puritan Reform Church: https://puritanphx.com
Twitter/X: https://x.com/RealDavidReese
Armored Republic (AR500): https://www.ar500armor.com
Resources Mentioned
The Book of Proverbs (Bible)
Westminster Larger Catechism (esp. section on the Law): Free Online Version
William Perkins – Christian Oeconomy (Christian Economy): Free eBook (PDF)
The Great Exchange by Jerry Bridges & Bob Bevington: Amazon Link
Ron Paul Curriculum (mentioned for homeschool history videos): https://www.ronpaulcurriculum.com
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Outline
[00:00:00] Opening
Nathan introduces David Reece and reconnects after previous conferences.
[00:01:00] Guest Background
David shares his bio: pastor at Puritan Reform Church, husband, father of six, new grandfather.
Founder of Armored Republic; mission: “tools of liberty for free men.”
Building a portfolio of Christian businesses.
[00:05:00] Children and Work
Training sons to begin full-time work by 15–16.
Daughter engaged in admin/finance; sons in marketing and video.
Purpose: each child gains a trade and skill, avoiding idleness.
[00:09:00] Homeschool Philosophy
Early emphasis on reading, writing, arithmetic.
Family worship every day: Bible reading, prayer, psalm singing, blessing.
Using play to prepare for work by adding layers of complexity.
Teaching biblical and world history with big “touchpoints” to anchor understanding.
[00:17:00] Discipline
Importance of consistent, prompt discipline.
Nathan shares convictions from Future Men documentary about avoiding moving standards.
Reece explains discipline framework: charges, plea, verdict, sentencing, restoration.
Transition from corporal punishment in younger years to written reflection, restitution, and responsibility for older children (esp. daughters).
[00:28:00] Quick Forgiveness vs. Prolonged Punishment...
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