The Forged Man’s Podcast
Mike Sonneveldt is the founder of The Forged, a ministry dedicated to helping Christian men build powerful relationships, unshakable faith, and physical & mental strength in a world that desperately needs biblical masculinity. A devoted husband, father, and defender of liberty, Mike draws from decades of experience as a coach, teacher, pastor, biblical education director, former dean of Revive School of Ministry, author of Become Forged: Maximizing Masculinity, national speaker, and owner of Oak and Banyan Marketing. Through The Forged podcast, he delivers practical, faith-fueled guidance to help men unlock their God-given potential and live with purpose and conviction.
Episodes
A lot of us are really good at remembering our failures.
We remember what we didn't accomplish. What went wrong. Where we fell short. What we still need to fix.
But what about the victories?
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we talk about why it's important to stop, finish, and celebrate—especially if you're the kind of man who is always pushing toward the next thing.
What if walking away isn't failure?
What if sometimes the most faithful thing you can do is recognize that something has reached the end of its purpose—and land the plane well?
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, I share a story about my dad and the business he built. For years, the company was successful, employed dozens of people, and served its customers well. But as the industry changed and the business declined,...
If you want something in your life to change, eventually you have to stop complaining about it and start taking responsibility for what you can actually control.
That doesn't mean everything that happens to you is your fault. It means that change requires ownership. Even when circumstances are outside your control, you still have a responsibility to decide what you're going to do next.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, w...
The minor distractions are killing you.
Not the big distractions. The little ones.
The phone you check for just a minute. The urge to grab a snack. Facebook. The TV. The notification. The random thought that pulls you away from what you were doing.
Individually, these things seem insignificant. But stack enough of them together, and they can steal hours of your life.
In this episode of The...
There are seasons when it feels like nothing is working.
You work 10, 12, even 14 hours a day, but you still can't seem to get ahead. You look around and everyone else seems to be making progress while you're stuck fighting the same battles. Your relationships feel empty, your responsibilities feel crushing, and you wake up wondering, "Why bother?"
Maybe you've failed so many times that you're starting to beli...
How do you gain self-confidence? How do you overcome self-doubt? These are questions a lot of men wrestle with—but often don't want to ask.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we tackle confidence from a different perspective: you don't build confidence by simply telling yourself to believe in yourself. You build confidence through competence.
When you become competent in something, you develop confidence in that are...
What do you do when something you thought you had conquered suddenly shows up again?
Maybe you're wondering how to overcome lust. Maybe you've been asking how to stop lusting or how to avoid lust when temptation seems to come out of nowhere. Or maybe you've been struggling with motivation and asking, "Why am I so lazy?"
Sometimes the battle comes back at the most unexpected time.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we talk...
Parenting isn't one-size-fits-all.
Some kids are naturally easygoing. Others are strong-willed, highly opinionated, and determined to test every boundary you put in front of them. If you're raising a tough kid, you're not alone.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, I share a personal reflection about parenting my oldest son—a child with a naturally disagreeable personality—and what God is teaching me through the...
Is it too late to change careers?
If you've ever wondered how to switch careers at 40, you're not alone. Many people reach a point where they feel stuck in a job they no longer enjoy, yet they're terrified that making a change means starting over from scratch.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we explore what it really looks like to switch careers wisely, why changing careers at 40 doesn't mean losing everything you've b...
What happens when we refuse to forgive?
Many people think unforgiveness only affects the person who hurt them. But according to Scripture, the greater damage may be happening within our own hearts.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we explore what the Bible says about unforgiveness through one of Jesus' most sobering parables and a powerful illustration tied to the name Beelzebub, the "Lord of the Flies." Just as flies a...
When something painful happens, do the circumstances control your response... or do you?
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we explore a powerful quote from Marcus Aurelius and compare it with a biblical perspective on faith. While we can't always control the events that happen to us, we can choose how much authority we give them over our thoughts, emotions, and actions.
Too often we assume that painful events automatical...
Have you ever caught yourself saying:
"That won't work."
"I've already tried that."
"That's just the way it is."
Those statements may feel like wisdom—but they often reveal something much deeper: a fixed mindset.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we explore fixed mindset vs growth mindset, why your past experiences quietly shape your future expectations, and how the stories you tell yourself can either limit your p...
What does it actually mean that God said, "Let us create man in our image"?
Many Christians immediately think about appearance or identity, but Scripture points to something much deeper.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we explore the biblical idea that God designed mankind as body, soul, and spirit, reflecting His nature in a profound way. We discuss why so many men feel exhausted, conflicted, or directionless—an...
Ever feel like you're one mistake away from someone discovering you don't belong?
If you've experienced imposter syndrome at work, you're not alone. Many men silently wrestle with the fear that they're not qualified, not experienced enough, or somehow fooled everyone around them.
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we unpack what is imposter syndrome at work, why comparison is one of its greatest fuels, and why feeling lik...
How can I rest when there is always more to do?
For many men, rest feels impossible. There are projects to finish, bills to pay, responsibilities to carry, and a constant pressure to keep moving. We convince ourselves that slowing down is laziness—but what if it's actually an act of faith?
In this episode of The Forged Man's Podcast, we explore how to rest in a world that glorifies busyness. We'll discuss why rest is importan...
What if the biggest obstacle to becoming the man God is calling you to be... is believing you have to feel like doing the right thing?
The truth is, discipline doesn't wait for motivation.
In this episode of The Forged Man Podcast, we explore why our emotions are often the worst guide for life's biggest decisions. Whether it's your health, your habits, your faith, or the temptations you fa...
What does biblical discipline actually look like?
Is it simply waking up earlier, hitting the gym, and checking boxes—or is there something much deeper that God is trying to develop within us?
In this episode of The Forged Man Podcast, I'm joined by my good friend Massey Campos, founder of Self-Evident Ministries and president of The American View. Together we unpack what true discipline means for Christian men and why so man...
Most men don't realize what they're missing...
Until life falls apart.
When crisis hits, success doesn't matter. Money doesn't matter. Even confidence isn't enough. What matters is whether you have brothers who will stand beside you, speak truth, pray with you, and point you back to Christ.
In this episode of The Forged Man Podcast, I reflect on watching a close friend experience a major life event and how the immediate response of...
Do you ever feel like there's never enough?
Not enough money. Not enough time. Not enough security. Not enough certainty.
You thought it was simply an emotion. It's not though. It's a worldview.
In this episode of The Forged Man Podcast, we explore how a mindset of lack quietly fuels fear, anxiety, greed, and striving, while faith in God's provision leads to peace, confidence, and freedom.
...You wake up with a plan for your day.
A list to accomplish. Work to finish. Bills to pay. Responsibilities to meet.
Then God puts someone in your path who needs your time.
What do you do?
In this episode of The Forged Man Podcast, I share a day where nearly every plan I had was interrupted by unexpected conversations and opportunities for ministry. At first, I struggled with the tension of...
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