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

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...

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...

Miracles, Healings & Deliverance at Indiana Wesleyan University
Forge Speaker Mick Veach reports on an opportunity to speak at Indiana Wesleyan...

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

Gap Year Young Adults Called to Laborership!
We recently hosted the young adults embarking on One Life, a Christian Discipleship gap...

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

Sowing Seeds at a Music Festival
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on an event he spoke at alongside another Forge...

“It's Only Something God Can Do!”
Forge Speaker Nathan Burd reports on an opportunity in Arvada, CO to speak at a...

Generations of Impact!
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on the Spiritual Emphasis Week for Troy Christian...

The Lord has Been Bringing Revival!
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time in Spartanburg, South Carolina speaking...

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...

Bibles smuggled and more Laborers raised up in East Africa!
Forge Speaker Charlie Marq leaves an update about a recent trip to East Africa. He and a...

One hundred percent response at Teen Challenge Event
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on his second time teaching at Teen Challenge in...

No Longer Ashamed
"Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are mine." -...

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

“It was like eating candy!”
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on an event at Keswick Christian School in Florida....

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...

How to Build Intimacy with God: 3 Ways to Hold on to the Treasures God Reveals
“As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, My God. My soul...

God Raised Up an Army of Laborers!
Forge Speaker Santiago Fuentes reports on his time at Camp Of The Woods with the...

Miracles, Healings & Deliverance at Indiana Wesleyan University
Forge Speaker Mick Veach reports on an opportunity to speak at Indiana Wesleyan...

Gap Year Young Adults Called to Laborership!
We recently hosted the young adults embarking on One Life, a Christian Discipleship gap...

Sowing Seeds at a Music Festival
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on an event he spoke at alongside another Forge...

“It's Only Something God Can Do!”
Forge Speaker Nathan Burd reports on an opportunity in Arvada, CO to speak at a...

Generations of Impact!
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on the Spiritual Emphasis Week for Troy Christian...

The Lord has Been Bringing Revival!
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time in Spartanburg, South Carolina speaking...

Bibles smuggled and more Laborers raised up in East Africa!
Forge Speaker Charlie Marq leaves an update about a recent trip to East Africa. He and a...

One hundred percent response at Teen Challenge Event
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on his second time teaching at Teen Challenge in...

“It was like eating candy!”
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on an event at Keswick Christian School in Florida....

God Raised Up an Army of Laborers!
Forge Speaker Santiago Fuentes reports on his time at Camp Of The Woods with the...

Back-to-School Equipping
Forge Speaker Dwight Robertson reports on a back-to-school event to launch students back...

Passion Rekindled
Forge Speaker Nathan Burd reports on a camp he preached at in Washington state. God...

Episode 192: Pakistani Christians Under Attack
On August 16th, fueled by the belief that Pakistan Christians had disgraced the Quran, a...

Report on Forge Fest Marion
Forge Speaker Nicholas Hindes reports on Forge Fest Marion -- a Forge hosted event that...

Revival Everywhere!
Forge Speaker Adrian Despres reports on his time at an Athletes Retreat with students...

Fruit & Multiplication God's Way
Forge Speaker Paul Epperson reports on his time speaking at an event for a good friend...

No Longer Ashamed
"Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are mine." -...

How to Build Intimacy with God: 3 Ways to Hold on to the Treasures God Reveals
“As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, My God. My soul...

Episode 191: The Problem of Not-So-Costly Discipleship
This week Nathan shares about his experiences preaching on the road this summer. He...

God Chooses First
“You did not choose me, but I chose you.” - John 15:16 I will never forget the day I...

Practicing Your Faith | 5 Ways to Live Your “Plan A” Life as a Kingdom Laborer
How do you practice your faith? It involves living out what you believe in. As a...

All Access
"Then, behold, the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom" -Matthew 27:51...

Make it Count
“Yes, make our efforts successful!” Psalm 90:17 There are occasions that bring to mind...

Wounds in the Way
“Just then a woman who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years came up behind him...

Broken to Shine
“The sacrifice pleasing to God is a broken spirit. You will not despise a broken and...

Just How Good Is It?
"And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus,...

Can This Itch Be Scratched?
“Just then a man came up to Jesus and asked, 'Teacher, what good thing must I do to get...

Just How Good Is It?
“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." Psalm 119:105 The...

What Are the Stars Telling You?
“Look up into the heavens. Who created all the stars? He brings them out like an army,...

How to Get Closer to God When Life Gets Busy
Are you struggling to figure out how to get closer to God when life gets busy? You’re...

Episode 172: Increasing Prayer Urgency
There are a seemingly infinite number of books, YouTube videos, and sermons on prayer....

Episode 170: The God of the Old Testament is Cruel
Santy Fuentes joins Nathan and Charlie to address the issue of God in the Old Testament...

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...

Generosity in Action
“Sell your possessions and give to those in need.” Luke 12:33a My wife displays Jesus’...

Episode 184: Engaging “Reconciliation” w/ Santy Fuentes
Santy joins the podcast to dig deep into 2 Cor 5:18-21 on the topic of reconciliation...

Episode 183: How To Disciple Others
Forge Speaker Nicholas Hindes joins the podcast to share some practical (and...

One Foot On Each Side
“… But as for me and my family, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24.15 I recently had the...

Episode 182: Three Discipleship Lenses w/ Chris Prather
There are three lenses that most people look through when it comes to local church and...

Jesus Said, “The Laborers Are Few.” Why?
God’s calling to each one of us is simple. He wants us all to love Him, love others, and...

Episode 181: Where Sports & Faith Connect
John is a writer and editor for Sports Spectrum, a magazine that hits the intersection...

Episode 179: Your Unique Purpose
Steve Bussell, who joins us on the podcast today, has used his story-telling and video...

Episode 178: The Crossroads of Marketing, Design, and Mission
Forge is passionate about seeing Kingdom Laborers in every facet and sphere of society....

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...

How God Uses Ordinary People (and Circumstances) to Advance His Kingdom
You’ve likely heard it said, “God uses ordinary people in extraordinary ways.” But have...

Episode 186: How Persecuted Believers View the Local Church
Warrfa joins the podcast once again to share insights from the persecuted church. This...

Episode 185: How Persecuted Believers View the Word of God
Our brother Warrfa joins the podcast to share about how persecuted believers view God's...

3 Ways to Use the Spiritual Gift of Giving to Advance God’s Kingdom
Did you know that using the spiritual gift of giving can further God’s Kingdom through...

What Role We Play in Raising up the Next Generation
GeneratioNext was the Pepsi advertising campaign in the late 1990s and early 2000s. They...