Forge Podcast: Conversations for the Journey

What if the pain you’ve carried for decades could become the very thing God uses to bring healing — not just to you, but to others?
In this episode, Ryan opens up about a lifetime marked by trauma, addiction, and searching for identity. But it wasn’t until he walked through the doors of Scottsdale Bible Church that he experienced a true heart transformation — one rooted in faith, fellowship, and surrender to Christ.
With honesty and humility, Ryan shares the journey that brought him to his knees and ultimately into a new life. From a powerful spiritual encounter in a swimming pool, to a broken neck and a stage four cancer diagnosis, his story is one of relentless struggle met with even greater grace. Along the way, he found not just sobriety, but peace. Not just recovery, but restoration — in his marriage, his family, and his walk with God.
If you’ve ever wondered whether change is really possible — or whether you're too far gone — this conversation is for you. You are not alone. There is hope. And there is a place for you in this community.
Lean in, listen close, and don’t be afraid to take that first step.

What if the pain you’ve carried for decades could become the very thing God uses to bring healing — not just to you, but to others?
In this episode, Ryan opens up about a lifetime marked by trauma, addiction, and searching for identity. But it wasn’t until he walked through the doors of Scottsdale Bible Church that he experienced a true heart transformation — one rooted in faith, fellowship, and surrender to Christ.
With honesty and humility, Ryan shares the journey that brought him to his knees and ultimately into a new life. From a powerful spiritual encounter in a swimming pool, to a broken neck and a stage four cancer diagnosis, his story is one of relentless struggle met with even greater grace. Along the way, he found not just sobriety, but peace. Not just recovery, but restoration — in his marriage, his family, and his walk with God.
If you’ve ever wondered whether change is really possible — or whether you're too far gone — this conversation is for you. You are not alone. There is hope. And there is a place for you in this community.
Lean in, listen close, and don’t be afraid to take that first step.

What happens when the life you’ve built begins to fall apart? And how does God meet us in that brokenness?
In this deeply honest episode, Dr. Rob shares his remarkable journey—from a career in emergency medicine to becoming a stepfather, a caregiver, a widower, and now a leader in men’s ministry. Through seasons of addiction, mental health challenges, and tragic loss, Rob reflects on how God’s grace and the strength of Christian community carried him forward.
Together, we explore the power of sharing our testimony, the role of grief and healing, and how Forge became a place where Rob found not just support—but transformation. He opens up about the impact of his wife’s struggles, the importance of soul care, and why helping men live as Christ-followers is central to his calling.
Whether you’re in a season of pain or purpose, this conversation is a powerful reminder: you are not alone. Community matters. Hope is real. And healing is possible.

What happens when the life you’ve built begins to fall apart? And how does God meet us in that brokenness?
In this deeply honest episode, Dr. Rob shares his remarkable journey—from a career in emergency medicine to becoming a stepfather, a caregiver, a widower, and now a leader in men’s ministry. Through seasons of addiction, mental health challenges, and tragic loss, Rob reflects on how God’s grace and the strength of Christian community carried him forward.
Together, we explore the power of sharing our testimony, the role of grief and healing, and how Forge became a place where Rob found not just support—but transformation. He opens up about the impact of his wife’s struggles, the importance of soul care, and why helping men live as Christ-followers is central to his calling.
Whether you’re in a season of pain or purpose, this conversation is a powerful reminder: you are not alone. Community matters. Hope is real. And healing is possible.

What happens when we stop striving to fix ourselves and let God rewrite our story?
In this conversation, Raygen shares what healing looks like when it becomes a daily walk of surrender. He opens up about the layers of his journey—from struggling with identity and shame to learning to hear God's voice and trust His timing. Through his words, we see the beauty of a life being continually restored—not by performance, but by grace.
Raygen shares powerful moments of breakthrough and the slow, faithful process of becoming whole again. From parenting as a single dad to finding joy in community, his testimony is both honest and deeply hopeful.
This episode is an invitation to take off the masks, to be known, and to believe that even in the most broken places, freedom is possible.
Let Raygen’s courage encourage your own—and ask yourself: what would it look like to fully walk in the freedom God is offering you?

What happens when we stop striving to fix ourselves and let God rewrite our story?
In this conversation, Raygen shares what healing looks like when it becomes a daily walk of surrender. He opens up about the layers of his journey—from struggling with identity and shame to learning to hear God's voice and trust His timing. Through his words, we see the beauty of a life being continually restored—not by performance, but by grace.
Raygen shares powerful moments of breakthrough and the slow, faithful process of becoming whole again. From parenting as a single dad to finding joy in community, his testimony is both honest and deeply hopeful.
This episode is an invitation to take off the masks, to be known, and to believe that even in the most broken places, freedom is possible.
Let Raygen’s courage encourage your own—and ask yourself: what would it look like to fully walk in the freedom God is offering you?

Can a heart shattered by trauma truly find healing and hope again?
In this powerful installment with Raygen, we hear the raw, redemptive story of a man who has walked through darkness and discovered the light of Christ on the other side. From the heartbreak of divorce and abandonment to the deep wounds of past abuse, Raygen opens up about his journey of faith, forgiveness, and fierce restoration.
His story is one of courage—a steady surrender to the God who sees, heals, and repurposes our pain. With vulnerability and strength, Raygen shares how mentorship, Christian community, and the faithful pursuit of truth have carried him from survival to spiritual renewal.
If you've ever questioned your worth, struggled to trust again, or wondered if healing is really possible, Raygen’s story will remind you that nothing is too broken for God to restore.

Can a heart shattered by trauma truly find healing and hope again?
In this powerful installment with Raygen, we hear the raw, redemptive story of a man who has walked through darkness and discovered the light of Christ on the other side. From the heartbreak of divorce and abandonment to the deep wounds of past abuse, Raygen opens up about his journey of faith, forgiveness, and fierce restoration.
His story is one of courage—a steady surrender to the God who sees, heals, and repurposes our pain. With vulnerability and strength, Raygen shares how mentorship, Christian community, and the faithful pursuit of truth have carried him from survival to spiritual renewal.
If you've ever questioned your worth, struggled to trust again, or wondered if healing is really possible, Raygen’s story will remind you that nothing is too broken for God to restore.

What if the greatest battles of your life are meant to be won on your knees?
In part two of our conversation with Edward, we explore the deeply spiritual front lines of mentorship, evangelism, and surrender. With warmth and urgency, Edward shares how he welcomes men into The Forge, guides them through one-on-one discipleship, and equips them to walk in spiritual authority. He reminds us that humility is not weakness—it’s the posture of power in the Kingdom of God.
From spiritual warfare to divine appointments on the streets of Old Town, Edward reveals the beauty and simplicity of sharing the gospel. He offers a firsthand look at the fruit of faithful obedience, including a moving story of a young man coming to Christ—and the answered prayer of a mother who never gave up hope.
This episode is a reminder that revival begins when we show up, surrender, and say yes to being used by God.
If you're wondering where to start, remember: your willingness is the open door. Let Edward’s story stir your faith—and consider who God may be placing in your path today.

What if the greatest battles of your life are meant to be won on your knees?
In part two of our conversation with Edward, we explore the deeply spiritual front lines of mentorship, evangelism, and surrender. With warmth and urgency, Edward shares how he welcomes men into The Forge, guides them through one-on-one discipleship, and equips them to walk in spiritual authority. He reminds us that humility is not weakness—it’s the posture of power in the Kingdom of God.
From spiritual warfare to divine appointments on the streets of Old Town, Edward reveals the beauty and simplicity of sharing the gospel. He offers a firsthand look at the fruit of faithful obedience, including a moving story of a young man coming to Christ—and the answered prayer of a mother who never gave up hope.
This episode is a reminder that revival begins when we show up, surrender, and say yes to being used by God.
If you're wondering where to start, remember: your willingness is the open door. Let Edward’s story stir your faith—and consider who God may be placing in your path today.