Brotherhood Forged: A Christian Men’s Podcast on Faith, Fatherhood & Leadership

Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men’s podcast for those who refuse to drift. Hosted by Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel, this show is about faith, fatherhood, leadership, and living with discipline in a world that pulls men off course.
Each week, Joey and Paul bring raw conversations, Biblical truth, and practical steps to help you sharpen your faith, mindset, marriage, and legacy. From the struggles of temptation and self-doubt to the victories of becoming a man of integrity, this podcast is a call to rise up and live as God intended.
Inside the Brotherhood, you’ll discover:
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Weekly encouragement rooted in God’s Word.
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Real talk on marriage, fatherhood, and relationships.
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Tools for discipline and mindset to stay consistent and strong.
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Stories of faith and resilience to remind you you’re not alone.
Whether you’re searching for Biblical masculinity, Christian leadership, or simply a brotherhood of men pursuing Jesus, this podcast will challenge and encourage you to step into your calling.
Join the movement. Iron sharpens iron. Don’t walk alone.
Episodes
Episodes



Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
Tuesday Oct 21, 2025
In this unscripted conversation, Joey and Paul share where the Brotherhood Forged community is headed and why they’ve chosen authenticity over polish. They unpack the weekly call structure, discipleship focus, book track, daily challenges, transparent pricing with no upsells, and a future 10% give-back vision. If you’re a man ready for real growth in faith, leadership, and accountability—this one’s for you.
Show Notes
What we cover:
Why we ditched scripted episodes for real talk and connection
How early members reminded us: we’re here for you—not perfect production
The 3-call weekly rhythm (Mon/Fri check-ins, Wed discipleship) and how lean-ins work
Who’s in the room: men from many backgrounds and ages, all serious about growth
Transparent pricing: $49/mo (first 25) then $69/mo, no hidden tiers, no upsells
Book track: Disciplines of a Godly Man (R. Kent Hughes) + rotating books & monthly themes
Daily challenges to anchor identity and build discipline (Hebrews 6:19)
Why small and deep beats big and shallow—and how we’ll grow only when it’s right
Vision to give back 10% to member-nominated needs/ministries
Shoutouts to new brother David and dream guests we’d love to host
Scripture referenced:
Hebrews 6:19 — Our hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure
Proverbs 27:17 — Iron sharpens iron
1 Corinthians 16:13–14 — Be watchful, stand firm, act like men, be strong; do everything in love
Mentions:
Book: Disciplines of a Godly Man — R. Kent Hughes
Dream guests: Tim Tebow, John Rich, Granger Smith, Pastor Joby Martin, Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell
Suggested Chapter Markers
(estimates)
00:00 — Cold open: why we’re going unscripted
02:10 — Authenticity over polish (member feedback)
06:30 — Weekly calls: lean-ins, not lectures
11:40 — Discipleship night & testimonies
15:30 — Pricing, no upsells, and why a fee matters
20:10 — Book track + monthly themes
23:20 — Daily challenges & Hebrews 6:19
26:00 — Iron sharpening iron (Proverbs 27:17)
27:30 — Act like men (1 Cor. 16:13–14)
29:10 — 10% give-back vision
30:15 — Prayer & close
About Brotherhood Forged
🔥 Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
Not another group chat. Coaching-driven, faith-anchored community for men ready to lead with strength, integrity, and purpose—at home, in their bodies, in their mindset, and in their legacy.
You’ll get:
Weekly group coaching calls rooted in faith & personal growth
Daily challenges to sharpen discipline and identity
A brotherhood of men who actually show up
Workouts, accountability tools, and tactical content
A system to build the 2.0 version of you — no fluff, no excuses
Join the community: https://brotherhoodforged.com
Questions or want to sample a Monday book/Bible call? info@brotherhoodforged.com
Calls to Action
If this helped you, follow/subscribe and leave a 5★ review (Apple/Spotify).
Download the episode—it helps the show grow and reach more men.
Share this with a brother who needs it.
Join Brotherhood Forged at brotherhoodforged.com — don’t do this alone.



Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Episode 72 - The Superpower of Not Taking Things Personally
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Ever had someone just go off on you for no reason? The real strength isn’t in clapping back — it’s in staying grounded. 💪
In this episode, Richie and Paul break down what it means to walk in the superpower of not taking things personally. Drawing from The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz, plus Colossians 3:3 and Proverbs 19:11, they talk about how true confidence and peace come from knowing your identity is secure in Christ — not in the opinions of others.
Learn how to pause before reacting, protect your peace, and lead with strength and grace when emotions run high.
📖 “A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.” – Proverbs 19:11
🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This is a coaching-driven community for men ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity — in their homes, their mindset, their bodies, and their legacy.
Join the movement → brotherhoodforged.com
📩 Questions or feedback? info@brotherhoodforged.com
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Leave a 5⭐ review — it makes a huge difference
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Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.
Show up like it matters, because it does.



Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Episode 71 | Husbands, Love Your Wife Like Christ Loves the Church (Ephesians 5:25)
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
This one cuts deep, brothers. In today’s episode of Brotherhood Forged, we tackle one of the most challenging calls in scripture:
👉 “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” (Ephesians 5:25)
That means love that is sacrificial, patient, and selfless—not driven by pride, ego, or selfish ambition. We unpack what this looks like in real marriage, where it’s easy to get distracted, stubborn, or stuck in old patterns.
Inside this episode:
Why pride is the #1 marriage killer
How to love sacrificially without becoming a “nice guy”
What spiritual leadership in the home actually means
Lessons from The Five Love Languages, Disciplines of a Godly Man, and the faith of John Wooden
Practical steps you can take today to love your wife more like Christ loves the church
🔥 Weekly Challenge: Find one small way to love your wife sacrificially today—whether that’s praying over her, doing something that serves her without expectation, or simply listening with humility.
🛠️ About Brotherhood Forged
This isn’t just a podcast. It’s a movement.
Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck.
We are a coaching-driven community for men who are ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity — in their homes, bodies, mindset, and legacy.
Inside you’ll find:
✅ Weekly faith-driven coaching calls
✅ Daily challenges to sharpen your identity and discipline
✅ Workouts, accountability, and tactical tools you can use
✅ A brotherhood of men who actually show up for each other
We don’t just talk about being better men. We train for it. Together.
👉 Join us today at brotherhoodforged.com
📩 Got questions or feedback? Reach us at info@brotherhoodforged.com
🙌 Support the Podcast
👍 Like and share this episode if it encouraged you
⭐ Leave a review—your voice helps more men find this message
🎧 Download and subscribe on all platforms to help this show grow
Forge your identity.
Lead your family.
Reclaim your future.



Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Episode 70 | Stop Quitting Too Soon: Believe Enough to Show Up
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Most men don’t fail because they lack ability. They fail because they stop believing results will come. In this episode, Paul and Joey break down why belief fuels discipline, how to avoid the “all-or-nothing” trap in fitness and life, and why showing up—especially when it’s hard—is the difference maker.
Scripture: Mark 9:23 — “Everything is possible for one who believes.”
What you’ll hear in this episode:
The lottery example that proves belief drives effort
Why 5:00 AM wasn’t sustainable (and why pivoting matters)
How to break the cycle of starting strong and falling off
Fitness, marriage, and faith analogies that change perspective
The challenge: Do you believe enough to show up today?
Resources & Mentions:
Eat It! by Jordan Syatt & Mike Vacanti (on sustainable nutrition + mindset)
Rob Dial’s take on Kobe Bryant & Steph Curry’s discipline
Brotherhood Forged coaching-driven men’s community
🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This isn’t just another group chat. It’s a brotherhood of men training to lead with strength, faith, and integrity in their homes, bodies, and legacy.
👉 Join today at brotherhoodforged.com
📧 info@brotherhoodforged.com
Help the podcast grow!
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Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.



Friday Oct 03, 2025
Episode 69 | Motivation Follows Action: Why Commitment Beats Feelings
Friday Oct 03, 2025
Friday Oct 03, 2025
Motivation fades. Commitment endures. ⚔️
In this Daily Forged episode, Paul and Joey tackle one of the biggest traps men fall into: waiting until we “feel like it.” The truth? Feelings are fickle. If you wait on motivation, you’ll stall out. But when you take action first — whether it’s working out, praying, or leading your family — motivation follows.
📜 Scripture Reference:
James 1:22 – “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.”
🔥 Today’s Challenge:
Pick one thing you’ve been putting off. Don’t wait to feel motivated — just start. Watch how the fire builds after you move.
🛠 Brotherhood Forged Community
🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This isn’t hype. This is coaching-driven growth for men ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity.
Inside you’ll find:
✅ Weekly group coaching calls
✅ Daily challenges to sharpen discipline
✅ Accountability and tools that actually work
✅ Tactical resources for your mind, body, and spirit
✅ A brotherhood that shows up for each other
👉 Step in today → brotherhoodforged.com
Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.
🙌 Ways to Support the Show
👍 Like this video if it hit home
💬 Share in the comments: What’s one thing you’ll stop waiting to feel motivated for — and just start?
📲 Send this to a brother who needs the reminder
🎧 Download the Brotherhood Forged Podcast on Apple, Spotify, and Podbean
📩 Connect with us → info@brotherhoodforged.com
Stay Forged. Be Blessed. ⚔️



Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Episode 68 | Guarding Your Inputs: Why What You Consume Shapes Who You Become
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Ep. 68 | Guarding Your Inputs: Why What You Consume Shapes Who You Become
“Garbage in, garbage out. Wisdom in, wisdom out.” What you allow into your life will eventually shape what comes out of you.
In this Daily Forged episode, Paul and Joey unpack:
Why discipline is not just about what you do, but what you consume
How negativity, comparison, and noise drain your spirit
Why Scripture, prayer, and godly influences change the way you show up
The importance of intentionally guarding your heart (Proverbs 4:23, Psalm 119:11)
🔥 Challenge: Swap one input today. Replace 15 minutes of scrolling with something that feeds your soul.
🛠 About Brotherhood Forged
Brotherhood Forged is built for one reason: men aren’t meant to do life alone.
This is a coaching-driven community for men who refuse to stay stuck. Inside, you’ll find:
✅ Weekly group coaching calls
✅ Daily challenges to sharpen discipline
✅ Accountability tools & workouts
✅ A brotherhood of men who actually show up for each other
👉 Join today at brotherhoodforged.com
Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.
🙌 Support the Show
👍 Leave us a review on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify
📲 Share this episode with a brother who needs it
📩 Send questions & feedback to info@brotherhoodforged.com



Monday Sep 29, 2025
Monday Sep 29, 2025
The world feels divided, and as Christians, it’s easy to get caught in the noise. In this episode, Joey and Paul unpack how to hold firm to biblical truth while living with compassion. From Romans 12:18 to John 15:13, they explore conviction vs. cultural “love,” and challenge us to choose peace over outrage.
👉 Join the brotherhood at brotherhoodforged.com



Friday Sep 26, 2025
Episode 66 — The Next Rep: Do It When You Don’t Feel Like It
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Friday Sep 26, 2025
Feeling drained? This week Paul and Joey keep it raw and honest — no script, just real talk about what to do when the next rep feels impossible. We dig into discipline over feelings, non-negotiables, why you show up even when you don’t want to, and how the small, hard days compound into the man you become.
What you’ll hear in this episode
0:00 Intro — no script, just reality
1:30 Why one hard day won’t break you
3:10 Discipline > feelings — do the hard work anyway
6:00 Practical steps: non-negotiables and standards
8:10 Kobe’s “contract with himself” example
10:00 Faith, identity, and finishing the race
11:30 Final encouragement — “Finish the race even if you have blisters”
12:00 Outro & blessing
Scripture & themes
Recommended verses for this episode: Galatians 6:9; Hebrews 12:1-2; Philippians 4:13 — reflection on perseverance, endurance, and strength through faith.
Resources & links
👉 Join the Brotherhood: visit brotherhoodforged.com — Mighty Networks community for men who refuse to stay stuck.
📧 Questions, guest ideas, feedback? Email us at info@brotherhoodforged.com.
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Calls to Action
If this episode helped you, please:
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About Brotherhood Forged
🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This isn’t just another group chat or motivational feed. Brotherhood Forged is a coaching-driven community for men who are ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity — in their homes, their bodies, their mindset, and their legacy.
You’ll get:
• Weekly group coaching calls rooted in faith and personal growth
• Daily challenges to sharpen discipline and identity
• A brotherhood of men who actually show up for each other
• Workouts, accountability tools, and tactical content you can use
• A system to build the 2.0 version of you — with no fluff and no excuses
Whether you feel stuck, burned out, or ready for the next level — you don’t have to figure it out alone. Join at brotherhoodforged.com.
Hosts
Paul & Joey — honest conversations for men who do the work.






