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



Monday Sep 08, 2025
Episode 55 | Fighting Stress Together in Marriage: Teammates, Not Opponents
Monday Sep 08, 2025
Monday Sep 08, 2025
👉 “Stress doesn’t have to break your marriage. It can build it.”
In this episode of Brotherhood Forged, Paul and Joey dive deep into one of the biggest challenges couples face: stress in marriage.
Does stress make you and your spouse teammates or opponents?
How do bills, busy schedules, kids, and life pressures impact your relationship?
What practical steps can you take to fight together instead of against each other?
Paul shares real struggles from his marriage and how he and Amber learned to face pressure as a team. Joey reminds us that stress isn’t always the villain — it’s a mirror that shows cracks but also reveals opportunities to reinforce your marriage.
🔥 Key Takeaways:
Stress isn’t the enemy — silence is.
Marriage works best when you remember you’re wearing the same jersey.
Asking your spouse, “Where do you feel the most pressure right now?” is a game-changer.
💥 Challenge of the Week:
Ask your spouse that one question: “Where do you feel the most pressure right now?” Then listen — not to fix, not to defend, but to stand with them in it.
✝️ Scriptures & Themes Referenced
Unity in marriage (Ecclesiastes 4:9–12)
Bearing one another’s burdens (Galatians 6:2)
Humility and listening (James 1:19)
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This episode is brought to you by Brotherhood Forged — our private coaching-driven community for men who refuse to stay stuck.
🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This isn’t just another group chat or motivational feed.
It’s a space where men train to lead with strength, faith, and integrity — in their homes, their bodies, their mindset, and their legacy.
Inside you’ll get:
Weekly group coaching calls rooted in faith & growth
Daily challenges to sharpen discipline & identity
Accountability & workouts with brothers who show up
Tactical tools to help you lead your family & build your future
👉 Join today at brotherhoodforged.com
📧 Questions or want to connect? Reach us at info@brotherhoodforged.com
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Friday Sep 05, 2025
Episode 54 | What Story Are You Telling Yourself?
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Friday Sep 05, 2025
Belief is easy when life is smooth — but what about when everything feels stacked against you? In this episode, Paul and Joey share powerful stories of faith through failure, sickness, and struggle, and how choosing belief changes everything.
💡 Takeaways:
Belief is built in the struggle, not the highlight reel
Speak words of belief when doubt whispers loudest
Joshua 1:9 reminds us we never fight alone
This week’s challenge: When the hard moment hits, pause and speak truth — “I am built for this. I won’t quit here.”
🔥 Brotherhood Forged is a coaching-driven community for men who refuse to stay stuck. Join the brotherhood at brotherhoodforged.com and step into the 2.0 version of you.
Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.



Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Episode 53 | Courage in Conversation: Speaking Truth with Love
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
In this powerful episode of Brotherhood Forged, Paul and Joey walk through what it looks like to bring faith and courage into those hard conversations.
They remind us of God’s promise in Joshua 1:9:
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
🔥 Key Themes from this Episode
Courage doesn’t mean you’ll stop feeling afraid — it means you remember Who walks with you.
Presence matters more than feelings.
Truth must be spoken with love — because truth without love is a weapon, and love without truth is an empty comfort.
You don’t have to “feel ready” — God’s strength is made perfect in your weakness.
Real courage is often quiet: listening, holding your tongue, keeping your cool.
The conversations you step into with courage today will become the legacy your family remembers tomorrow.
💡 Final Charge:
Stand firm in your faith. Be strong. Be courageous. Do everything in love.
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This is exactly what we do inside Brotherhood Forged — a community where men lead with faith, strength, and integrity while sharpening one another through coaching, accountability, and brotherhood.
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Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Episonde 52 | Breaking the Cycle of Doubt
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
The voice in your head shapes the tone of your home. In this episode, Joey and Paul tackle how doubt, shame, and negativity can carry into your marriage and family—and how to rewrite the script through courage, faith, and renewal.
📖 Romans 12:2 reminds us: “Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” This is your daily invitation to reset your mindset, build confidence, and lead your home with strength.
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📩 Connect with us at info@brotherhoodforged.com
Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.



Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Daily Anchor Episode 51 | Sharpen Your Sword: Winning the Battle in Your Mind
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Every battle starts in the mind — but the pen can win it. In Daily Anchor Episode 51, Joey and Paul break down the power of writing and organizing your thoughts so you can stay focused, steady, and ready for the battles that matter most.
Just like a sword must stay sharp, your mind and spirit need sharpening too. Whether it’s jotting notes in your phone, using a whiteboard, or journaling in an app — the simple act of writing can bring clarity, direction, and trust in yourself.
📍 Challenge of the Day: Before the day ends, sharpen your sword once. Write one thought, anchor it in truth, and decide your next step.
📖 Scripture:
“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” — Hebrews 4:12
This verse reminds us that God’s Word is not just history — it’s living and active. It cuts through the noise of life and reveals the truth of who we are and where God is leading us.
⚔️ Brotherhood Forged Community
🔥 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
👉 Join the brotherhood today at brotherhoodforged.com
📧 Questions or comments? Email us at info@brotherhoodforged.com
💬 Drop your thoughts below — we’d love to hear how you keep your sword sharp.
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Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Today, we’re tackling one of the biggest challenges in marriage: Do our spouses trust what we say… or what we show them every day?
In this conversation, Joey and Paul unpack why actions always speak louder than words — and how communication in marriage is about more than just what you say. It’s about tone, body language, timing, gratitude, and consistency.
👉 Here’s what we cover in this episode:
Why actions must back up your words in marriage
How tone, timing, and listening shape communication
Why gratitude changes the way you see your spouse
Real stories from our community on trust & rebuilding connection
Proverbs 18:21 — the power of life and death in our words
A practical takeaway: Identify where your words and actions are out of sync
A challenge: Speak one truth today — and prove it with your actions
💡 This is a short but powerful marriage check-in to help you lead with integrity, patience, and love in your home.
🔑 Key Verse
📖 Proverbs 18:21 — “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.”
🔗 Join the Brotherhood
🔥 Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This isn’t just another motivational podcast — it’s a coaching-driven community for men who are ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity.
You’ll get:
✅ Weekly group coaching calls rooted in faith and growth
✅ Daily challenges for discipline & identity
✅ A brotherhood of men who actually show up for each other
✅ Workouts, accountability tools, and tactical content you can use
✅ A proven system to build the 2.0 version of you
👉 Join us today at brotherhoodforged.com
📩 Email us: info@brotherhoodforged.com
🙌 Support the Podcast
If today’s episode encouraged you:
👍 Like this video
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💬 Drop a comment — What’s one way you can align your words and actions this week?
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Thank you for helping us reach 50 episodes. We couldn’t do this without YOU. Keep it steady. Keep it strong. Keep showing up where it matters most.Be Blessed Brothers!



Friday Aug 29, 2025
Episode 49 – Strengthen What Matters Together | Friday Reflection & Family
Friday Aug 29, 2025
Friday Aug 29, 2025
“Strength alone fades, but when a family chooses discipline together, it becomes legacy. Habits don’t just survive the weekend — they shape generations and make you unshakable.”
In today’s Friday Reflection & Family episode, Joey and Paul dive into the power of building habits together instead of trying to grind it out alone.
We talk about:
Why weekends aren’t just downtime, but an opportunity to strengthen what matters most
Building family rhythms like Bible reading, cooking/cleaning together, and simple shared experiences
Why accountability is essential — whether in marriage, parenting, faith, or fitness
How to avoid overcomplicating family habits and focus on what actually builds connection
The reminder that life is short — don’t wait to live with purpose
📍 Weekend Activation:
Choose ONE habit.
Share it with your spouse or kids.
Do it together once this weekend.
Watch how small moments grow into lasting legacy.
📖 Scripture
Ecclesiastes 4:9–10
“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.”
🔥 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.
Inside, you’ll find:
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
👉 Join us today at brotherhoodforged.com
📧 Got questions or want to connect? Reach out at info@brotherhoodforged.com
🎯 Call to Action:
👍 Like this episode if it encouraged you.
💬 Share your weekend family habit in the comments.
🎧 Download and review the podcast on all platforms — it helps us grow and reach more men.
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Forge your identity.
Lead your family.
Reclaim your future.



Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Episode 48 | Faith Isn’t Just for Sundays: Living Out Daily Faith
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
In Episode 48 of Brotherhood Forged, Joey and Paul unpack what it really means to carry faith into every moment of life — from the pressures at work, to family interactions, to the way we handle stress.
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Paul shares personal habits that keep his faith alive, and Joey challenges us to make ordinary moments sacred by turning them into daily check-ins with God.
📖 Scripture Reference:
“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” — Luke 9:23
🌱 Practical Daily Faith Habits We Discuss:
Begin each day with a simple prayer: “God, I choose You today.”
Open Scripture daily — even one verse is fuel for your soul.
End your day reflecting: “Where did I notice God at work today?”
🔥 Challenge This Week:
Pick one ordinary moment — your coffee, your commute, or your bedtime — and make it your daily check-in with God.
🔥 About Brotherhood Forged
Brotherhood Forged: Built for Men Who Refuse to Stay Stuck
This isn’t just another group chat or motivational feed.
It’s 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.
Inside the community, you’ll find:
✅ 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
✅ A system to build the 2.0 version of you — with no fluff and no excuses
We don’t just talk about being better men.
We train for it — together.
👉 Join the movement at brotherhoodforged.com
🙌 Stay Connected
📩 Questions or feedback? Email us at info@brotherhoodforged.com
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💬 Drop a comment below: How do you keep your faith alive in daily life?






