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

Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel
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Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men’s podcast created to help men live with faith, discipline, strength, and purpose. Hosted by Joey Koontz, and Paul Bengel,  Brotherhood Forged is a place for honest conversations about following Christ, building biblical masculinity, developing spiritual and physical discipline, strengthening marriages, and leading families well. This podcast is for men who know they were made for more — more faith, more responsibility, and more impact. Through Scripture, real-life experience, and brotherhood, we help men forge their identity in Christ and walk out their calling together. If you’re looking for a Christian podcast for men focused on growth, leadership, and faith-driven living, welcome to Brotherhood Forged.

  1. 4h ago

    From the Ring to Redemption | One Man's Brutal Surrender

    Join Joey Koontz and Wes Bake for a special episode of the Christian podcast, Brotherhood Forged, as they share insights from a coffee shop conversation. This discussion highlights the importance of self improvement and personal growth, emphasizing how a strong men's community fosters accountability for men. Stay strong. Stay faithful. God bless. Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. In Episode 107, Joey Koontz sits down with Wes Bake -- fifth-generation farmer, pro wrestler "GQ Status," husband, father, and a man who nearly lost everything to alcoholism, pride, and isolation.Wes grew up on a farm in Monroe, Ohio with a grandfather who was the closest thing to Jesus he had ever seen. He left for Mount Vernon Nazarene University to study youth ministry -- and traded it all for a pro wrestling career. What started as fun slowly became a four-day-a-week drink fest. The mask went on. The marriage crumbled. The double life took over. You will hear about the DUI with his kids in the car. The suicidal thoughts. And the moment his eight-year-old son pulled the keys from the ignition without saying a word -- and Wes finally surrendered everything to God.He shares how small group leader Tim Oakes showed up on the side of the road within ten minutes. How Wes completed FIVE consecutive years of Regeneration recovery ministry. And how God redeemed not just his sobriety -- but his marriage. He and his wife Carrie now lead a marriage ministry for other couples.If you are isolated, wearing a mask, or telling yourself "I got this" -- this episode is for you. As Pastor Joby Martin says, those are the three most dangerous words a man can say. Learn more at http://jobymartin.com or YouTube: @jobypmartin----------------------------------------🔥 BROTHERHOOD FORGED COMMUNITYThis is a coaching-driven community for men ready to lead with strength, faith, and integrity -- in their homes, their bodies, their mindset, and their legacy. Weekly coaching calls. Daily challenges. Real accountability. A brotherhood of men who actually show up for each other. No fluff. No excuses.Start your free 7-Day Devotional: http://bro4ged.com/land Explore the full community: http://bro4ged.comForge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.-- If this hit home, SHARE IT with a man who needs it. Like, subscribe, and leave a review -- it helps more men find this show. Download on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.Questions? Email us: mailto:info@brotherhoodforged.com 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:43 College Life and Wrestling Journey 29:13 Marriage and Struggles with Alcohol 37:12 Faith and Family Dynamics 38:11 The Illusion of a Perfect Family 41:49 Living a Double Life 48:35 The Turning Point: DUI and Surrender 54:56 The Importance of Community and Brotherhood 59:36 Rebuilding Trust and Redemption 01:08:58 The Role of Faith in Transformation 01:14:41 BF Outro Official.mp4 #BrotherhoodForged #ChristianMensPodcast #ChristianMen #MensFaith #BiblicalMasculinity #MenOfGod #ChristianMensCommunity #FaithAndLeadership #JoeyKoontz #PaulBengel #resilience #ChristianTestimony #MensAccountability #AlcoholRecovery #MarriageRedemption #SurrenderToGod #WWE #HulkHogan #hacksawJim #superfly #wwf

    1h 15m

  2. Jun 1

    Spiritual Leadership in Marriage: What Nobody Tells Men

    Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. Episode 106 started with a text message. One of our brothers reached out to Joey an hour before our Wednesday night discipleship call and asked a question a lot of men are afraid to say out loud: "How do I actually lead my wife spiritually?" What followed was one of the most real, unscripted conversations we've ever had. Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel walk through 10 lessons on spiritual leadership in the home -- from being emotionally present, to releasing expectations, to why consistency builds more credibility than any single grand gesture ever will. They also get honest about where they personally still fall short, which makes this one worth sending to every married man you know. Books mentioned in this episode: "Experiencing God" by Henry Blackaby (12-week workbook) "Disciplines of a Godly Man" by R. Kent Hughes People mentioned: Joby Martin (jobymartin.com), Brian Pruitt, Coach Lauren (Body and Bell), and community member Richie. Challenge for this week: Pick one thing from this episode and do it before Sunday. Ask her how you can pray for her. Apologize first. Show up with consistency, not just intensity. Get the FREE 7-Day Devotional at bro4ged.com/land and start building a stronger foundation today. Want to go deeper with a band of brothers who actually show up? Join the Brotherhood Forged community at bro4ged.com. Weekly coaching calls, daily challenges, and men who are serious about becoming who God called them to be. Download, subscribe, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify -- it helps more men find the show. If this episode helped you, share it with one guy who needs it. Watch the full video version of this episode on YouTube and catch baby Theo making a special guest appearance in the final segment. Worth it. Email us: info@brotherhoodforged.com

    30 min

  3. May 25

    Gratitude Is a Weapon | Why Most Men Never Pick It Up | Brotherhood Forged

    The conversation delves into the transformative power of gratitude, highlighting its role as a weapon and a catalyst for change. It explores the impact of gratitude in the face of hardship, the connection between gratitude and contentment, the role of gratitude in serving others, and the humbling effect of gratitude. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing and embracing gratitude in everyday life, and the profound impact it has on relationships, perspective, and personal growth. Takeaways Gratitude is a weaponGratitude changes your focus from pressure to presence Chapters 00:00 Gratitude as a Weapon05:49 Gratitude and Contentment11:09 Gratitude and Serving Others16:06 Gratitude and Humility

    26 min

  4. May 18

    No Perfect Dads, Only Present Ones | 5 Parenting Lessons Every Father Needs | Ep. 104

    Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. Nobody handed you a parenting manual. In Episode 104, Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel share the five most important lessons they've learned as fathers — grounded in scripture, lived experience, and the kind of honest conversation men rarely have. From a powerful blacksmith parable about a dad who spent his life shaping iron and never shaping his son, to a breakdown of five practical principles you can apply in your home starting tonight — this episode is for every man who wants to be a present, intentional father. SCRIPTURES REFERENCED: • Deuteronomy 6:6-7 • Proverbs 22:6 BOOKS & AUTHORS MENTIONED: • The Compound Effect — Darren Hardy (darrenhardy.com) • Ryan Holiday (ryanholiday.net) PEOPLE MENTIONED: • Pastor Steven Furtick (stevenfurtick.com) THE 5 PARENTING LESSONS: 1. Presence matters more than perfection 2. Validate your kids' feelings — don't minimize them 3. Ordinary moments build core memories 4. Model the life you want them to live 5. Build identity before performance BROTHERHOOD FORGED COMMUNITY: If you're tired of figuring it out alone, Brotherhood Forged is built for you. Real men, real accountability, real faith. Start with the FREE 7-Day Devotional for Men at bro4ged.com/land or explore everything at bro4ged.com. Questions? Email us at info@brotherhoodforged.com If this episode meant something to you, share it with a fellow dad, rate the show, and leave a review — it helps more men find this content. Watch the full video version on our YouTube channel at Brotherhood Forged. Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.

    37 min

  5. May 11

    5 Marriage Lessons Every Man Needs to Hear | Brotherhood Forged Ep. 103

    Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. Episode 103 — What 34 Years of Marriage Actually Teaches You Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel sit down for an honest, unscripted conversation about what strong marriages are really built on — and spoiler: it's not the wedding day. It's the daily grind of showing up, serving your spouse, giving grace when it's hard to give, and keeping God where He belongs — at the center. Joey opens up about 34 years married to Bobbie — including health battles, seasons of selfishness, and what it looks like when you finally surrender your marriage to God. Paul brings his own hard-won lessons from nearly a decade with Amber, including how the compound effect of small daily choices shapes a marriage over time, and why the tone you bring through the front door is one of the most important leadership decisions you make. This one hits differently if you're in a rough season — or if you just want to be a better husband. What you'll hear in this episode: - Love is a daily decision, not an emotion - Gary Chapman's 5:1 emotional bank account ratio - Presence over perfection — and presence over performance - How selfishness quietly erodes a marriage - Why ownership beats defensiveness every time - The different stories we bring — and how to build one life anyway - Grace and forgiveness as acts of strength - Tone as leadership: setting the temperature in your home - Putting God at the center — Ecclesiastes 4:12 Books referenced: "How to Build a Strong Marriage" "Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be" by Dr. Becky Kennedy (goodinside.com) Voices referenced: - Gary Chapman (5 Love Languages / emotional bank account) - Dr. Becky Kennedy — "Good Inside" podcast (goodinside.com) - Simon Sinek — simonsinek.com — leadership as a lifestyle commitment - Jefferson Fisher — communication and tone - Dave Ramsey / Financial Peace University — the compound effect - Eric Wooten / Relation Shots — being part of your partner's growth journey Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12 — "A cord of three strands is not easily broken." Want to go deeper? Watch the full episode on YouTube at youtube.com/@BrotherhoodForged Start your FREE 7-Day Devotional and take the next step: bro4ged.com/land Learn more about the full Brotherhood Forged community at bro4ged.com This isn't just a podcast. It's a brotherhood. Weekly coaching calls, daily challenges, real accountability — men who actually show up for each other. Join us. Questions or feedback? Email us at info@brotherhoodforged.com — we read every message. If this episode helped you, share it with a man who needs it. Every download, every review, every share helps Brotherhood Forged reach more men. Thank you for being part of this.

    36 min

  6. May 4

    The Man Behind the Man: Fix What's Broken on the Inside | Brotherhood Forged Ep. 102

    Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. Most men don't lose their life all at once. They lose it slowly -- from the inside out. A compromise here. A little pride. An outburst. A careless word. A lack of discipline. Before they even realize it, everything on the outside is a direct reflection of what they've ignored on the inside. In Episode 102, Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel walk through the 5 internal battles that quietly erode a man's marriage, leadership, and legacy -- and what the Bible says about fighting back. The 5 battles: 1. Integrity 2. Pride 3. Anger 4. Words 5. Discipline Scripture referenced: Jeremiah 17:9, Proverbs 10:9, James 4:6, Proverbs 29:11, Proverbs 18:21, Matthew 12:36, Proverbs 12:1, Hebrews 12:11, Ephesians 4:26-27 Books mentioned in this episode: - "Winning the War in Your Mind" -- Craig Groeschel - "The Power of Change" -- Craig Groeschel - "Dangerous Prayers" -- Craig Groeschel - "Grace Train" -- Joby Martin - "No More Mr. Nice Guy" -- Dr. Robert Glover - "Scary Close" -- Donald Miller Special thanks to Faith Forged Designs for building the Brotherhood Forged website. ---- Start your FREE 7-Day Devotional: https://bro4ged.com/land Full community and resources: https://bro4ged.com Brotherhood Forged is more than a podcast. It's a coaching-driven community where men do the work -- together. Weekly coaching calls, daily challenges, faith-based accountability, and a brotherhood that actually shows up. Join us at https://bro4ged.com Want to watch this episode? Find us on YouTube by searching Brotherhood Forged. Questions? Reach out at info@brotherhoodforged.com If this episode helped you, share it with a man who needs it. And please subscribe and download on whatever platform you're using -- every download helps us reach more men. Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.

    32 min

  7. Apr 27

    The Invisible Breakdown | When You're Falling Apart and Nobody Notices | Ep. 101

    Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. Episode 101 -- The Invisible Breakdown You go to work. You come home. You go to bed. And somewhere in that routine, you lose yourself. The worst part? Nobody even notices. In this episode, Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel have one of the most raw and real conversations Brotherhood Forged has ever recorded. They dig into the silent epidemic of male loneliness -- why men drift into isolation without realizing it, why the "I got this" mentality is so dangerous (a lesson borrowed from Pastor Joby Martin, jobymartin.com), and why one honest sentence like "I'm not okay" can be the turning point that changes everything. They share personal stories -- Paul losing family members to suicide, Joey's ongoing battle with depression -- and talk through practical, faith-rooted steps for building intentional friendships and finding your people, starting with a Bible-based church. Scripture referenced: Proverbs 14:13, Matthew 7 (the log and the splinter), and the story of the four men who carried their friend through the roof so Jesus could heal him. This one matters. Share it with a man who needs it. Want to go deeper? Grab the free 7-Day Devotional and learn about the Brotherhood Forged Community at bro4ged.com/land -- built for men who are done doing it alone. Full site: bro4ged.com Watch this episode on YouTube: search Brotherhood Forged or find us at the Brotherhood Forged YouTube channel. Questions or need to connect? Email us at info@brotherhoodforged.com Download, subscribe, and leave a review on whatever platform you listen on -- it genuinely helps the show reach more men. That's the whole mission.

    34 min

  8. Apr 20

    We Made It to 100! | What a Year of Brotherhood Forged Did to Real Men's Lives

    Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men's podcast helping men grow in faith, discipline, and leadership. Episode 100. One year. Eleven testimonies. And a God who showed up. Joey Koontz and Paul Bengel celebrate 100 episodes by doing something they have never done before — sitting back and letting other people tell the story. In this milestone episode, you will hear real testimonies from the wives and the men of Brotherhood Forged: what changed, what grew, what surprised them, and why they are not going anywhere. You will hear from Bobbie Koontz (Joey's wife of 33 years), Amber Bengel (Paul's wife), and community members Rob, Ryan, Austin, Jared, Andy, Josh D., Josh, Matt S., David H., Jeff B., and Richie. Scripture referenced: - Proverbs 27:17 - Hebrews 10:24-25 Book mentioned: "Stand Firm and Act Like a Man" by Pastor Joby Martin If this episode moved you, share it with a man who needs it. Download and follow on your favorite podcast app — every download helps this show reach more men. Start your FREE 7-Day Devotional: bro4ged.com/land Join the community and learn more: bro4ged.com Questions: info@brotherhoodforged.com Watch the full episode on YouTube — search Brotherhood Forged and subscribe. Forge your identity. Lead your family. Reclaim your future.

    48 min
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Brotherhood Forged is a Christian men’s podcast created to help men live with faith, discipline, strength, and purpose. Hosted by Joey Koontz, and Paul Bengel,  Brotherhood Forged is a place for honest conversations about following Christ, building biblical masculinity, developing spiritual and physical discipline, strengthening marriages, and leading families well. This podcast is for men who know they were made for more — more faith, more responsibility, and more impact. Through Scripture, real-life experience, and brotherhood, we help men forge their identity in Christ and walk out their calling together. If you’re looking for a Christian podcast for men focused on growth, leadership, and faith-driven living, welcome to Brotherhood Forged.

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