Current News, Blogs, Podcasts, and Fuel for Everyday Laborers

Simple Entrances
“But the angel said to him: ‘Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard....

Episode 206: How To Safely Develop Your Theology Over Time
It's an interesting question, "Can your theology change over time?" This week Charlie...

Reflecting on God’s Goodness
“Surely Your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life.”—Psalm...

What Hippos and Jesus Have in Common
"In the future, when your children ask you, ‘What do these stones mean?’ tell them that...

Episode 205: Prayer and Preparation – Keys to Evangelism
This week Charlie and Nathan dig in to some of the final portions of Colossians. They...

How to Have Intimacy with God During the Christmas Season
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Well, at least that’s what we find ourselves...

God is on the Move in Cuba!
Forge Speaker Santiago Fuentes reports on a speaking trip to Cuba! "I spoke at a...

Simple Steps
“Enoch walked faithfully with God. . .” - Genesis 5:24, NIV “Noah was a righteous man,...

Episode 204: Prayer and Thankfulness
This week Charlie and Nathan highlight a common New Testament pattern - the combination...

Growing Numbers Get Intimate with Jesus
Forge Firebrand Matt Trombley reports on his time speaking at Cross Family Church in...

Many Respond in Tears
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time speaking at a D-Now Conference for a...

7 Ways to Spread the Love of Jesus During the Christmas Season
When someone unexpectedly gives you something for Christmas a couple of weeks early,...

“I Couldn't Take My Mind Off of Jesus”
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on his time speaking at a Forge Equipping almuni's...

Many Respond to the Call of Kingdom Laborership
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time speaking at two different events. The...

God in the Mess
“All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: ‘. . . they...

Episode 203: Relationships – Marriage, Kids, & Slavery According to the Bible
Join Nathan and Charlie as they discuss a very intriguing and often controversial...

Stay Equipped: 4 Characteristics of a Kingdom Laborer

Start a Fire: Q4 Forge Board Giving Match

Over 250 Surrender to Christ at a Burmese Church
Forge Firebrand Matt Trombley reports on two different speaking events in Colorado! "One...

Lord, Teach Us to Pray: The Heart Cry of a Disciple
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”—Philippians 4:13 (ESV) I...

Youth in South Carolina Experience God!
Forge Firebrand Olivia Humphrey reports on her time speaking for a youth group at...

Colorado Church Grows in their Intimacy with Jesus!
Forge Firebrand Matt Trombley reports on his time speaking at a Sunday church service in...

Soft Whispers
“A great and mighty wind was tearing at the mountains and was shattering cliffs before...

Episode 202: Truly Living in Christ (Colossians 3:5-17)
This week Charlie and Nathan continue discussing Colossians. They dive into living for...

Bibles Successfully Smuggled into Somalia

Laborers Multiplying in East Africa

More Kingdom Laborers Collage

How to Learn the Word of God
Learning the Word of God is a lifelong journey that never ends. As long as you’re...

God is on the Move in Cuba!
Forge Speaker Santiago Fuentes reports on a speaking trip to Cuba! "I spoke at a...

Growing Numbers Get Intimate with Jesus
Forge Firebrand Matt Trombley reports on his time speaking at Cross Family Church in...

Many Respond in Tears
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time speaking at a D-Now Conference for a...

“I Couldn't Take My Mind Off of Jesus”
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on his time speaking at a Forge Equipping almuni's...

Many Respond to the Call of Kingdom Laborership
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time speaking at two different events. The...

Start a Fire: Q4 Forge Board Giving Match

Stay Equipped: 4 Characteristics of a Kingdom Laborer

Over 250 Surrender to Christ at a Burmese Church
Forge Firebrand Matt Trombley reports on two different speaking events in Colorado! "One...

Youth in South Carolina Experience God!
Forge Firebrand Olivia Humphrey reports on her time speaking for a youth group at...

Colorado Church Grows in their Intimacy with Jesus!
Forge Firebrand Matt Trombley reports on his time speaking at a Sunday church service in...

Bibles Successfully Smuggled into Somalia

Laborers Multiplying in East Africa

More Kingdom Laborers Collage

High School Students Own Their Identity in Christ
Forge Speaker Sara Jenkins reports on her time speaking at Grace Christian High School's...

Amazing Fruit from a Multiplying Movements Online Discipleship Group
Forge Firebrand Melissa Motschenbacher reports on a Multiplying Movements Discipleship...

Gang Leaders and Witch Doctors Meet Jesus
These reports are just in from Forge Ambassadors in East Africa! Local leaders have...

Simple Entrances
“But the angel said to him: ‘Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard....

Episode 206: How To Safely Develop Your Theology Over Time
It's an interesting question, "Can your theology change over time?" This week Charlie...

Reflecting on God’s Goodness
“Surely Your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life.”—Psalm...

What Hippos and Jesus Have in Common
"In the future, when your children ask you, ‘What do these stones mean?’ tell them that...

How to Have Intimacy with God During the Christmas Season
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” Well, at least that’s what we find ourselves...

Simple Steps
“Enoch walked faithfully with God. . .” - Genesis 5:24, NIV “Noah was a righteous man,...

Episode 204: Prayer and Thankfulness
This week Charlie and Nathan highlight a common New Testament pattern - the combination...

Lord, Teach Us to Pray: The Heart Cry of a Disciple
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”—Philippians 4:13 (ESV) I...

Soft Whispers
“A great and mighty wind was tearing at the mountains and was shattering cliffs before...

Episode 202: Truly Living in Christ (Colossians 3:5-17)
This week Charlie and Nathan continue discussing Colossians. They dive into living for...

How to Learn the Word of God
Learning the Word of God is a lifelong journey that never ends. As long as you’re...

Episode 201: How to Overcome Sin and Lies (Colossians 2:3-3:4)
Charlie and Nathan continue through Colossians. This week they focus primarily on...
Giving God Praise and Thanks Through Kingdom Laborship
“Give thanks to the Lord, for He is Good! His love endures forever.”—1 Chronicles 16:34...

Episode 199: Overcoming Insecurity & Paul’s Active Faith (Colossians 1:21-2:3)
Charlie and Nathan discuss the three things that Colossians reveals about the active...

Are You Hungry?
“As soon as it was night, the brothers and sisters sent Paul and Silas away to...

Episode 198: Is Jesus in Your Life, or is He All of Your Life? (Colossians 1:17-20)
The conversation continues, centered on the truth of who Jesus is in Colossians 1....

Episode 205: Prayer and Preparation – Keys to Evangelism
This week Charlie and Nathan dig in to some of the final portions of Colossians. They...

7 Ways to Spread the Love of Jesus During the Christmas Season
When someone unexpectedly gives you something for Christmas a couple of weeks early,...

God in the Mess
“All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: ‘. . . they...

Episode 203: Relationships – Marriage, Kids, & Slavery According to the Bible
Join Nathan and Charlie as they discuss a very intriguing and often controversial...

Observing Intently
“And in Lystra a certain man without strength in his feet was sitting, a cripple from...

Bitter or Better?
"If you have raced with runners and they have worn you out, how can you compete with...

7 Ways to Multiply Your Giving
There are many ways you can help advance God’s Kingdom. One of them is by giving to fuel...

Sound the Trumpet: Long-term Kingdom Impact
“Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth!” – Psalm 100:1 Denver Bierman travels...

How Having a Thankful Heart Can Impact Others
Psalm 100:4 states, “Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give...

Episode 196: Spiritual Multiplication in the book of Colossians (1:1-14)
This week Charlie and Nathan begin a Bible walkthrough of the book of Colossians. Listen...

The Upside-Down Kingdom
"At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, 'Who is the greatest in the kingdom...

Episode 195: A Biblical Perspective on Leadership & Humility
What is the crossover of leadership and humility? Did Jesus ever mention leadership?...

Little Things
"And whoever gives you a cup of water to drink in my name, because you belong to Christ...

Episode 193: How we can encourage the Next Gen to Engage Ministry
Forge Speaker Michaela Wickham joins the podcast to share a concerning trend that she is...

Soldier Down
“Then Jews from Antioch and Iconium came there; and having persuaded the multitudes,...

7 Tips for Finding Women’s Retreat Speakers for Church
If you’ve ever tried to find women’s retreat speakers, you’ve likely said, “Help! I need...

How to Have a Heart for Jesus | Developing a Heart on Fire
Developing a heart for Jesus is a lot like baking bread. If you add the right...

Strength in Weakness
“But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in...

Episode 200: Amazing Stories from a Front Line Worker in Ethiopia
Join Nathan as he hears from a front line worker in Ethiopia. Hear this man's powerful...

When Giving to God’s Kingdom Is a Priority
There’s a reason so many people love giving. Although we don’t do it to get anything, it...

Thrive Like a Palm Tree
“The righteous thrive like a palm tree and grow like a cedar tree in Lebanon.” - Psalm...

Why, How, and When to Pray for God's Kingdom Laborers
WHY TO PRAY FOR GOD’S KINGDOM LABORERS Jesus told us what was on His heart for prayer...

How to Promote a Church Event | 5 Quick Tips to Help You Plan
Need help planning and promoting your next ministry or church event? To promote a church...

Episode 194: How to Engage Spiritual Darkness
Forge Firebrand Olivia Humphrey joins the podcast to share how God impacted her on a...

How to Make Bible Study Fun for Youth | Engaging Teens
Getting teens excited about God’s Word has always been a challenge. That’s why we’re...

How to Grow Your Church Through Outreach Events
Looking to grow your church? Outreach events are one of the best ways to reach new...

Are You Wearing the Right Shoes?
“So Jesus got up from the table, took off His robe, wrapped a towel around His waist,...

GOD BRINGS THE INCREASE
First Corinthians 3:6 explains how God gives each of us a role in His Kingdom...

What Is Church Community and How to Build It Beyond Sundays?
You have likely heard the Church referred to as “the Body of Christ.” But what is a...

Are Your Feet Dirty?
“So Jesus got up from the table, took off His robe, wrapped a towel around His waist,...

Episode 190: Smuggling Bibles Where They Have Never Been
Live from East Africa! Olivia and Warfaa join Charlie to share live about what God is...

Episode 189: How to Avoid Fabricating Fake Spiritual Fruit
Join Nathan as he shares some personal experiences and stories that surround the common...