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When Faith Breaks: Grief, Loss & Holding Onto God | James Moffitt

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/fan_mail/new] What happens when your faith is tested by the kind of loss most people hope they'll never face? Mark sits down with James Moffitt, host of Father's Refuge, to talk about grief, suffering, masculinity, fatherhood, and what it means to keep holding onto God after losing two children. James shares the devastating story of losing his daughter after a long cancer battle, losing his son years later, wrestling with anger toward God, and learning how grief reshaped his understanding of faith, leadership, and emotional strength.  This is not a conversation filled with easy answers. It's a raw, honest look at what happens when tragedy shakes the foundation of your faith. In this episode, we discuss: • Losing a child and surviving grief  • Can tragedy destroy your faith?  • Christian masculinity and emotional intelligence  • Why grieving men need refuge, not performance  • Faith during suffering and unanswered questions  • Leadership, family, and healing after loss  • Creating safe spaces where men can open up If you're navigating grief, questioning your faith, or looking for honest conversations about Christian manhood, suffering, and spiritual resilience, this conversation is for you. Connect with James https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/fathers-refuge/id1833471265 https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/abcs-of-parenting-adult-children/id1693026736 https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/liberty-and-gun-rights-podcast/id1826362229 Want to be a guest on The Valiant Forge Podcast? Send Mark Osborne a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17432638464878159623a121d Join the Brotherhood: https://www.skool.com/the-cave-of-adullum-1668/about Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/support]

A Man Without Self-Control Is a City Broken Into Without Walls

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/fan_mail/new] What happens when a man loses self-control? In this Valiant Monday episode, Mark Osborne breaks down Proverbs 25:28 and explores why self-control is more than discipline. It’s protection. Too many men are spiritually exposed:  distracted, exhausted, isolated, angry, addicted, and disconnected from God. This episode is about rebuilding the walls. Through Scripture, personal reflection, and practical encouragement, we talk about:  • Why self-control is a fruit of the Spirit  • Why willpower always fails  • How men slowly drift spiritually  • Why physical discipline matters  • How to rebuild consistency brick by brick If you’ve felt stuck, numb, ashamed, or spiritually worn down, this conversation is for you. The walls can be rebuilt. Join the community and get your free workout plan: https://www.skool.com/the-cave-of-adullum-1668/about Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/support]

He Spent Years Rooted in Rejection — Until God Broke Through

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/fan_mail/new] Father wounds, rejection, identity, and the moment Jesus breaks through — this powerful conversation with Eric Stephens shows how God rebuilds a man from the inside out. Eric grew up carrying the weight of rejection, especially from his biological father. That wound shaped years of partying, addiction, depression, and even a suicide attempt. But in his darkest moment, God made Himself undeniably real — and everything changed. In this episode, Eric shares: • How father wounds shaped his identity • The moment he cried out to God and got an unexpected answer • Why sin “cost him more than he was willing to pay” • His battle with addiction and depression • The supernatural moment that led him back to Christ • How Redwood Christian Ministries was born • Why men must become rooted in Christ instead of pain • His mission to give believers an alternative to destructive music through Beyond the Walls If you’ve ever felt unseen, rejected, or unsure of who you are, this episode will speak directly to you. God still redeems, restores, and rebuilds. Share this with a man who needs hope today. Redwood Christian Ministries – Rooted In Christ [https://redwoodcm.org/] Join the community: https://www.skool.com/the-cave-of-adullum-1668/about Do you want to be a guest on the show? Or know someone who would?  https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17432638464878159623a121d Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/support]

Why God Chooses Certain Men

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/fan_mail/new] Christian men are starving for purpose, brotherhood, and the presence of God. In this episode of The Valiant Forge, Mark Osborne explores what truly makes a man set apart and why God still chooses ordinary men to do extraordinary things. What makes certain men feel different?  Why do some men carry a spiritual weight that cannot be manufactured?  And what does it actually take to become one of the men God can trust? Through the stories of Gideon’s 300, David’s mighty men, and the disciples, this episode dives into the real process of spiritual formation, obedience, surrender, hardship, and intimacy with God. This is not the churchy version.  Not the Instagram version.  The real thing. If you’ve ever felt called to become more than a passive Christian man, this conversation is for you. Join the Community: https://www.skool.com/the-cave-of-adullum-1668/about Follow On Youtube: The Valiant Forge - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@TheValiantForge] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/support]

Grafted In: A Man’s Call to Reconcile

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/fan_mail/new] When God lifts the weight off a man’s shoulders, He often hands him a mission. In this episode, Steven “Wade” Cunningham shares the moment everything changed for him — a physical, undeniable sense of belonging — and how that encounter led him into decades of studying the relationship between Christians and Jews. This conversation goes far deeper than a testimony. Wade and I explore the Jewish roots of our faith, the history that fractured our spiritual family, and the misconceptions that have shaped Christian thinking for centuries. We talk about the “blood guilt” verse, the role of Rome in the crucifixion, and why reconciliation isn’t optional for Christian men who want to walk in truth, courage, and humility. If you’ve ever felt like something was missing in your understanding of Scripture… If you’ve ever wondered how Christianity and Judaism truly connect… If you want to grow into the man God has called you to be… This episode will challenge you, stretch you, and strengthen your faith. Topics We Cover:   • Wade’s powerful conversion moment (“the weight lifted”) • The Jewish foundations of the Christian faith • Why the Old Testament is essential for Christian men • How one verse fueled centuries of misunderstanding • The early church’s struggle with Gentile believers (Acts 15) • What reconciliation looks like today • Why Christian men must lead with truth and courage About Wade:  Steven “Wade” Cunningham is an author, pastor, and lifelong student of Scripture whose work focuses on healing the relationship between Christians and Jews. His book, The Affirmation of Reconciliation Between Jews and Christians, calls believers to confront history with honesty, humility, and courage. The Affirmation of Reconciliation Between Jews and Christians [https://www.theaffirmationofreconciliation.com/] Join The Brotherhood https://www.skool.com/the-cave-of-adullum-1668/about Want to be a guest on The Valiant Forge Podcast? Send Mark Osborne a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17432638464878159623a121d Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2525113/support]