Forge Podcast: Conversations for the Journey

What happens when a man answers the quiet call to go deeper with God?
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Edward—a devoted mentor, husband, and brother in Christ—for a powerful conversation about surrender, discipleship, and finding purpose through humility. From a life-changing solo retreat in Jerome to a divinely timed journey into mentoring at The Forge, Edward shares how 40 years of walking with Jesus led to a spiritual renewal that reshaped everything.
He reflects on the richness of brotherhood, the urgency of evangelism, and the daily discipline of laying our lives before God. Along the way, he reminds us that true power isn’t found in charisma or status, but in a posture of humility—and that when we kneel, God lifts.
Whether you’re new to mentorship or wrestling with what’s next in your faith journey, Edward’s story offers both inspiration and practical insight.
Lean in, be encouraged, and consider: what step of surrender is God inviting you to take today?

What happens when a man answers the quiet call to go deeper with God?
In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Edward—a devoted mentor, husband, and brother in Christ—for a powerful conversation about surrender, discipleship, and finding purpose through humility. From a life-changing solo retreat in Jerome to a divinely timed journey into mentoring at The Forge, Edward shares how 40 years of walking with Jesus led to a spiritual renewal that reshaped everything.
He reflects on the richness of brotherhood, the urgency of evangelism, and the daily discipline of laying our lives before God. Along the way, he reminds us that true power isn’t found in charisma or status, but in a posture of humility—and that when we kneel, God lifts.
Whether you’re new to mentorship or wrestling with what’s next in your faith journey, Edward’s story offers both inspiration and practical insight.
Lean in, be encouraged, and consider: what step of surrender is God inviting you to take today?

What does it mean to remain faithful when life doesn’t turn out how you planned?
In this episode, Chris reflects on a season of life marked by unmet expectations, identity shifts, and spiritual refinement. From the outside, he had it all—marriage, a growing family, and a clear path in ministry. But underneath, he was wrestling with doubt, grief, and a quiet sense of failure.
Chris shares candidly about his early years in seminary, the challenges of young fatherhood, and the pressures of living up to an image. He opens up about the moment God asked him to surrender his plans and embrace something deeper: a faith forged in humility and hiddenness.
We explore the tension between calling and capacity, the ache of letting go, and the unexpected peace that comes when we choose trust over control. Chris’s story is one of grace in the waiting, strength in the small things, and the beauty of letting God write the next chapter.
If you’ve ever questioned your purpose or felt lost in the in-between, this conversation will meet you there—and remind you that God’s faithfulness never wavers, even when the road does.

What does it mean to remain faithful when life doesn’t turn out how you planned?
In this episode, Chris reflects on a season of life marked by unmet expectations, identity shifts, and spiritual refinement. From the outside, he had it all—marriage, a growing family, and a clear path in ministry. But underneath, he was wrestling with doubt, grief, and a quiet sense of failure.
Chris shares candidly about his early years in seminary, the challenges of young fatherhood, and the pressures of living up to an image. He opens up about the moment God asked him to surrender his plans and embrace something deeper: a faith forged in humility and hiddenness.
We explore the tension between calling and capacity, the ache of letting go, and the unexpected peace that comes when we choose trust over control. Chris’s story is one of grace in the waiting, strength in the small things, and the beauty of letting God write the next chapter.
If you’ve ever questioned your purpose or felt lost in the in-between, this conversation will meet you there—and remind you that God’s faithfulness never wavers, even when the road does.

What if the darkest season of your life was the very ground God would use to grow your calling?
In this episode, Jacob Gilchrist shares a gripping testimony of loss, addiction, and the long road to surrender. From watching his father’s life unravel after a tragic medical mistake to wrestling with doubt, anger, and near-suicide, Jacob opens up about the pain that drove him away from faith—and the moments that brought him back.
We hear how a simple lunch invitation sparked a spiritual transformation, how Scripture began to renew his mind, and how service and community through the Forge became his lifeline. Jacob speaks candidly about battling isolation, finding healing through vulnerability, and the power of a Bible left untouched—until the exact right moment.
Now seven months sober, pursuing seminary, and preparing for life as a missionary, Jacob is a living example of what God can do with a surrendered heart.
This is more than a story of recovery—it’s a testimony of redemption, obedience, and hope for the next generation.
Don’t miss this powerful reminder: God never wastes a moment, and your life can be a vessel for far more than you imagine.

What if the darkest season of your life was the very ground God would use to grow your calling?
In this episode, Jacob Gilchrist shares a gripping testimony of loss, addiction, and the long road to surrender. From watching his father’s life unravel after a tragic medical mistake to wrestling with doubt, anger, and near-suicide, Jacob opens up about the pain that drove him away from faith—and the moments that brought him back.
We hear how a simple lunch invitation sparked a spiritual transformation, how Scripture began to renew his mind, and how service and community through the Forge became his lifeline. Jacob speaks candidly about battling isolation, finding healing through vulnerability, and the power of a Bible left untouched—until the exact right moment.
Now seven months sober, pursuing seminary, and preparing for life as a missionary, Jacob is a living example of what God can do with a surrendered heart.
This is more than a story of recovery—it’s a testimony of redemption, obedience, and hope for the next generation.
Don’t miss this powerful reminder: God never wastes a moment, and your life can be a vessel for far more than you imagine.

What if the thing that once defined you is actually what God wants to use to set you free?
In Part Two of our conversation with Damian, we dig deeper into the wounds that shaped his identity—and the healing that followed. Damian opens up about the decades he spent carrying guilt, the moment that broke his marriage open, and the slow, powerful journey toward counseling, vulnerability, and grace.
This episode is a raw and redemptive look at how trauma distorts our sense of worth and how Jesus meets us right in the middle of that pain. We talk about the fear of insignificance, the silence that ruins relationships, and the freedom that comes when we surrender—not just to faith, but to healing.
If you've ever believed you're beyond repair, this conversation offers a different story: one of redemption, worth, and a God who lovingly redefines us.
Let this be your reminder—you are not alone, and your testimony has power. Keep walking. Keep sharing. Let Him use it all.

What if the thing that once defined you is actually what God wants to use to set you free?
In Part Two of our conversation with Damian, we dig deeper into the wounds that shaped his identity—and the healing that followed. Damian opens up about the decades he spent carrying guilt, the moment that broke his marriage open, and the slow, powerful journey toward counseling, vulnerability, and grace.
This episode is a raw and redemptive look at how trauma distorts our sense of worth and how Jesus meets us right in the middle of that pain. We talk about the fear of insignificance, the silence that ruins relationships, and the freedom that comes when we surrender—not just to faith, but to healing.
If you've ever believed you're beyond repair, this conversation offers a different story: one of redemption, worth, and a God who lovingly redefines us.
Let this be your reminder—you are not alone, and your testimony has power. Keep walking. Keep sharing. Let Him use it all.

What does healing look like when your earliest memories are marked by trauma?
In this powerful episode, Damian opens up about a childhood scarred by violence and loss—and the long road toward restoration. From witnessing a moment that forever altered his family to spending decades silently carrying the weight of it, Damian shares how God has used even the most painful parts of his story to forge something new.
We explore themes of identity, vulnerability, and transformation—how being truly lost can help us understand what it means to be found. Damian’s testimony reminds us that no pain is wasted in God’s hands, and that even the hardest stories can become a source of strength and service to others.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your past disqualifies you from purpose, this conversation is for you. Listen in—and let it encourage you to trust the fire that shapes you.

What does healing look like when your earliest memories are marked by trauma?
In this powerful episode, Damian opens up about a childhood scarred by violence and loss—and the long road toward restoration. From witnessing a moment that forever altered his family to spending decades silently carrying the weight of it, Damian shares how God has used even the most painful parts of his story to forge something new.
We explore themes of identity, vulnerability, and transformation—how being truly lost can help us understand what it means to be found. Damian’s testimony reminds us that no pain is wasted in God’s hands, and that even the hardest stories can become a source of strength and service to others.
If you’ve ever wondered whether your past disqualifies you from purpose, this conversation is for you. Listen in—and let it encourage you to trust the fire that shapes you.