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The Valiant Forge
Mark Osborne
63 episodes
4 days ago
Send us a text As I look back on this year, God reminded me of something powerful: The places that feel small, ordinary, or overlooked are often the very places He’s asking us to stand our ground. In this end‑of‑year episode, I share what God has entrusted to me, what He’s doing through the Valiant Forge community, and what’s coming in 2026. I also unpack the story of Shamma, one of David’s mighty men — a man who stood firm in a simple bean patch while everyone else ran. His courage reveals s...
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Send us a text As I look back on this year, God reminded me of something powerful: The places that feel small, ordinary, or overlooked are often the very places He’s asking us to stand our ground. In this end‑of‑year episode, I share what God has entrusted to me, what He’s doing through the Valiant Forge community, and what’s coming in 2026. I also unpack the story of Shamma, one of David’s mighty men — a man who stood firm in a simple bean patch while everyone else ran. His courage reveals s...
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Episodes (20/63)
The Valiant Forge
Discouraged Men Need to Hear This: Cave Of Adullam
Send us a text in this special Best Of episode, Mark brings together the most powerful answers to his signature question — inspired by 1 Samuel 22 — about what men would say to those who feel disheartened, disgruntled, and discouraged. These are words forged in fire, spoken by men who know the weight of struggle and the hope of redemption. Whether you're in the cave or climbing out of it, this episode is a reminder: you're not alone, and you’re not beyond restoration. Want to be a guest on Th...
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1 week ago
32 minutes

The Valiant Forge
From Confession to Courage: TS Wright's Path to Bold Faith
Send us a text in this episode of The Valiant Forge Podcast, TS Wright shares his journey of visions, discipleship, and bold faith. From receiving divine visions in 2003 to launching multiple podcasts and writing a discipleship curriculum, TS reveals how training in God’s Word prepares us to live courageously. We explore how to discern God’s voice, test the spirits, and embrace truth as the foundation of discipleship. If you’ve ever wondered how to move from vision to bold action, this conver...
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2 weeks ago
56 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Intentional Wealth, Eternal Values: Chad Hufford on Finance, Faith, and More
Send us a text In this episode, Mark sits down with Chad for a raw and enriching conversation about how Christian men can steward their money, their time, and their mission with purpose. They explore what it means to build wealth that doesn’t compromise your soul, why discipline is a spiritual practice, and how true abundance starts with obedience. Chad opens up about his journey, his approach to faith-led financial planning, and the deeper “why” behind the numbers. Whether you're managing yo...
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3 weeks ago
1 hour 2 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Legacy Starts at Home: A Deep Dive Into Faith and Fatherhood
Send us a text In this conversation, Mark sits down with Eric to explore what it really means to become a godly man, a present father, and a spiritual leader in the home. Eric shares his journey from a difficult childhood to discovering faith, developing responsibility, and building a legacy his children can stand on. This episode is a reminder that real discipleship begins at home and that every man can grow into the role God is calling him to. Key Takeaways • Why fatherhood starts with spir...
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4 weeks ago
56 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Faith in Focus: Filming the Stories That Shaped Scripture
Send us a text 🎙 Episode Description (Podcast Platform Copy) What happens when faith meets film? In this episode, Craig Dehut — co-founder and CEO of Appian Media — shares how his team brings Scripture to life through stunning on-location documentaries in the lands of the Bible. He opens up about the faith required to fund a nonprofit media ministry, the powerful moments that shaped his understanding of God’s Word, and how visual storytelling can reignite our love for Scripture. If you’...
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1 month ago
46 minutes

The Valiant Forge
From Wreckage to His Grace: How God Rewrote Victor’s Story
Send us a text Two years ago, Victor Anderson was a man wrecked by the world. Then God stepped in. In this powerful episode of The Valiant Forge Podcast, Victor shares his testimony of transformation — from living for himself to walking fully surrendered to God. He opens up about the power of grace, the battle to die to self daily, and how prayer and brotherhood have helped him grow stronger in faith. Through vulnerability and truth, Victor reminds us that no man is too far gone. God’s grace ...
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1 month ago
54 minutes

The Valiant Forge
He Lost His Military Identity… Until God Gave Him a New One
Send us a text When former Army officer Nick Filoni hung up his uniform after 13 years of service, he thought he’d lost everything that defined him — courage, purpose, even identity. But what looked like the end of a mission became the beginning of a new one. In this powerful conversation, Nick opens up about: Losing his sense of purpose after leaving the militaryThe prayer that changed everything and brought his family to faithHow men can rebuild identity around Christ instead of careerThe d...
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1 month ago
51 minutes

The Valiant Forge
The Narrow Road and The Wide Deception Part 2
Send us a text In this soul-stirring conversation, Tom Snow shares his 40-year wilderness journey through ministry, burnout, spiritual dryness, and eventual restoration. From cussing God out in a parking lot to cracking jokes on a crash cart during heart failure, Tom’s story is a raw and redemptive testimony of grace. We explore the difference between religious performance and true intimacy, the dangers of false spirituality, and the call to become God’s mighty men—not by power, but by His Sp...
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1 month ago
1 hour 22 minutes

The Valiant Forge
The Tumor, the Thunder, and the Voice of God: Tom Snow’s Awakening Part 1
Send us a text Tom Snow’s testimony is a spiritual epic — a journey through guilt, grief, supernatural visions, and divine healing. After losing his mother to cancer, Tom believed his own scientific experiments had caused her death. When a tumor began growing inside him, he kept it secret, convinced he deserved to die. For months, he was haunted by visions of puff clouds drifting overhead, each showing life continuing without him. Then, in a moment of divine intervention, God spoke audibly — ...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Low Life to New Life: A Testimony of Surrender
Send us a text What happens when a man with nothing left finds himself face-to-face with God? In this gripping and emotional interview, we sit down with Dustin—a former convict, loyal to the streets, and nearly lost to despair—who shares the moment everything changed. From Las Vegas to St. Louis to Oakland, Dustin’s story is a raw journey through addiction, loyalty, brokenness, and the unmistakable call of God. He opens up about the night he nearly ended his life, the unexpected text that int...
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2 months ago
57 minutes

The Valiant Forge
A Voice for the Word: Dan Parr’s Journey from Radio to Revelation
Send us a text Dan Parr’s voice may sound like it was made for radio — because it was. But his true calling came when he turned that gift toward Scripture. In this powerful conversation, Dan shares how he went from cataloging songs at 14 to creating an easy-to-understand audio Bible that’s bringing people back to faith. We talk about divine nudges, overcoming fear, and how God uses ordinary men for extraordinary purposes. If you’ve ever felt disqualified or unsure of your calling, this episod...
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2 months ago
36 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Burnout, Sabbath, and the Battle for Identity: A Raw Conversation with Alex Enfiedjian
Send us a text In this deeply honest and spiritually charged conversation, Mark sits down with worship leader and founder of Worship Ministry Training, Alex Enfiedjian. Together, they unpack the hidden struggles of Christian men in ministry—from burnout and misplaced identity to the tension between obedience and emotional emptiness. Alex shares his personal journey of leading worship while spiritually compromised, the power of Sabbath rest, and the affirmations that keep him grounded in God’s...
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2 months ago
47 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Redeemed on Purpose: From Road Rash to Revival with Robert Bass
Send us a text What happens when success crumbles and pain becomes the catalyst for purpose? In this powerful conversation, Robert Bass—former athlete, mechanic, and personal trainer turned pastor and author—shares how surrender, spiritual discipline, and the fruit of the Holy Spirit reshaped his life. From motorcycle wrecks to ministry, Robert unpacks how men can find purpose through relationship with God, break cycles of shame, and lead their families with intentionality. If you’ve ever fel...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Faith, Fitness, and the Fight for Godly Masculinity — with Mark Oxer
Send us a text Can faith and fitness truly shape a man’s identity? In this powerful episode of The Valiant Forge Podcast, host Mark Osborne sits down with Mark Oxer—author, national team coach, and seminary student—to explore how spiritual discipline and physical resilience intersect. From coaching elite athletes to navigating fatherhood and cultural confusion, Mark shares raw stories of transformation, including the moment his 3-year-old son mirrored his frustration and sparked a heart-level...
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2 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

The Valiant Forge
Sharpen the Man: Richard Walsh on Coaching, Calling, and the Forge of Leadership
Send us a text In this episode of The Valiant Forge Podcast, Mark sits down with Richard Walsh, founder of Sharpen the Spear coaching, to unpack what it means to be forged into a man of purpose. From spiritual obedience to masculine identity, Richard shares hard-won insights from coaching men through the fires of transformation. This conversation dives deep into the tension between action and surrender, the power of pause, and the process of becoming the kind of man who leads with integrity—a...
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2 months ago
58 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Can’t Is Not in My Vocabulary: Dorsey’s Journey of Faith and Defiance
Send us a text Dorsey Ross was born with a rare birth defect and told he wouldn’t survive—but God had other plans. In this episode of The Valiant Forge Podcast, Dorsey shares his journey through 68 surgeries, speech therapy, and a lifetime of defying expectations. His story is one of faith, grit, and purpose. We dive into what it means to lead as a man of God, even when the world says you’re not enough. Whether you’re a father, husband, or leader in your community, this episode will challenge...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Own It: Radical Accountability and Faith with Robert Hunt
Send us a text In this powerful episode, I sit down with author and coach Robert Hunt to unpack what real accountability looks like—from broken church groups to personal transformation. They dive deep into the tension between self-improvement and dying to self, how identity in Christ reshapes our roles, and why vulnerability is the key to lasting change. Whether you're leading a team, a family, or just trying to get unstuck, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to take ownership o...
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3 months ago
42 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Faith, Creativity, and the Gig Economy: Alan C. Paul on Living the Called Life
Send us a text Alan C. Paul joins Mark Osborne for a powerful conversation on faith, creativity, and the realities of working in secular spaces as a Christian artist. Alan shares his journey from church ministry to launching God and Gigs, a platform that equips creatives to thrive without compromising their faith. They dive into topics like: • Why the sacred/secular divide is a myth • How creatives can build sustainable careers • The importance of community and calling • Lessons from Daniel, ...
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3 months ago
51 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Master Your Time, Talents & Treasures: Scott Maderer on Living Your Calling
Send us a text In this episode, Mark Osborne sits down with Christian Stewardship coach Scott Maderer to unpack the puzzle of purpose. From mastering your time, talents, and treasures to living out your calling with clarity and courage, Scott shares practical wisdom rooted in faith. Whether you’re navigating a season of transition or seeking deeper meaning in your daily life, this conversation will inspire you to take the next step with intention. 📘 Learn more about Scott’s book: Inspired Liv...
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3 months ago
57 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Spiritual Warfare and Sacred Starts A Jesus Centered Challenge
Send us a text n this powerful episode, Jason Heinritz shares his journey from chasing worldly success to becoming a spiritual warrior for Christ. We dive into his personal awakenings, the birth of the Wake Up Jesus People movement, and the transformative 40 Forge Challenge. If you’ve ever felt stuck, distracted, or spiritually asleep—this conversation will light a fire in your soul. WAKE UP JESUS PEOPLE | Ignite Your Faith Today 40 Forge | Transform Faith Today—Join Now — WAKE UP JESUS PEOP...
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3 months ago
51 minutes

The Valiant Forge
Send us a text As I look back on this year, God reminded me of something powerful: The places that feel small, ordinary, or overlooked are often the very places He’s asking us to stand our ground. In this end‑of‑year episode, I share what God has entrusted to me, what He’s doing through the Valiant Forge community, and what’s coming in 2026. I also unpack the story of Shamma, one of David’s mighty men — a man who stood firm in a simple bean patch while everyone else ran. His courage reveals s...