Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast , hosts Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones sit down with former Ohio Governor John Kasich to discuss his new book Heaven Help Us: How Faith Communities Inspire Hope, Strengthen Neighborhoods, and Build the Future . Kasich shares powerful stories of ordinary people making extraordinary community impacts, from multi-faith centers to global hunger relief, and offers insights on unity, character, and living with purpose. Together, they explore...
Aug 11, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 111
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, hosts Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones welcome Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, renowned author of Love and Respect and his latest release Speak Your Mind: Evaluating and Unleashing Your Communication Strengths . They explore what it means to communicate in a Godly way by first asking is it truth, is it kind, is it necessary, and is it clear! These are skills every man needs to strengthen his relationships and leadership. Packed with personal sto...
Aug 04, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 110
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive into the powerful doctrine of Sola Gratia , Grace Alone. Together they explore why salvation cannot be earned by good works, why grace is essential for spiritually dead people, and how God’s unmerited favor transforms lives. They also tackle common misunderstandings about grace, its tension with works, and how men can experience the freedom that comes from knowing God’s grace is greater than their p...
Jul 28, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 109
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, hosts Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones welcome special guest Bill Mowry, author of Holding the Word. Together, they explore the power of Scripture in a man’s life, how to hear it, read it, study it, memorize it, and meditate on it. Bill introduces the “hand illustration” from The Navigators, helping men move beyond passive Bible reading into a vibrant, relational engagement with the Author of Scripture. With practical advice, relatable ...
Jul 21, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 108
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive into the cornerstone doctrine of Sola Fide , which means faith alone. What does it really mean to be justified by faith and not by works? How does this doctrine impact the way Christian men live, lead, and grow? The hosts explore the historical weight of the Reformation, wrestle with the tension between grace and effort, and offer practical wisdom on dealing with doubt. If you’ve ever wondered where...
Jul 14, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 107
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones begin our new series on the Five Solas of the Reformation with a deep dive into Sola Scriptura , which means Scripture Alone. They explore its historical roots in the Protestant Reformation, the distinction between general and special revelation, and the authority of the Bible over tradition and modern voices. It tackles one of the most important questions we can ask: Is the Bible truly our final authori...
Jul 08, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 106
Send us a text This episode kicks off a six-part series on the Five Solas—five essential truths that fueled the Protestant Reformation and still shape our faith today. Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones set the stage by diving into the historical and spiritual context that gave rise to these bold declarations: Scripture Alone, Faith Alone, Grace Alone, Christ Alone, and To the Glory of God Alone. Before we explore each Sola in-depth over the next five episodes, this conversation lays the theologi...
Jun 23, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 105
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive deep into Michael Clary's provocative article, How Loser Theology is Poisoning the Church . They unpack the roots of pietism and quietism in evangelical circles and challenge men to consider whether they've been too passive in standing for truth in culture. The hosts debate whether Christians should seek influence, how the New Testament speaks about power, and why being “nice” isn't the same as bein...
Jun 16, 2025•28 min•Season 1Ep. 104
Send us a text What does it really mean to be a good steward of your finances as a Christian man? In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones talk with Mike Henderson, a Kingdom Advisor with a powerful story of God’s provision through financial trials, career changes, and spiritual awakening. From the bakery at Publix to guiding others in biblical money management, Mike’s journey will challenge how you view wealth, generosity, and your role as a provider. Listen...
Jun 10, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 103
Send us a text What Bible should I read? Are there missing books? Can I really trust what’s in there? In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive deep into the value, trustworthiness, and historical transmission of the Bible. From personal stories of falling in love with Scripture to fascinating details about the canon, the Apocrypha, and different Bible translations, this conversation equips men to understand why the Bible can be trusted—and how to start r...
Jun 02, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 102
Send us a text In the latest episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive into some of the most common (and most important) questions men ask—like: Is the God of the Old Testament different from the New? Can your job become an idol? Are there contradictions in Scripture? This episode is packed with practical wisdom, real talk, and a solid foundation for any man wanting to build his life on God's truth. Listen now, and join us on the path to becoming the great men Go...
May 26, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 101
Send us a text What would you do if your retirement dream turned into a nightmare? In this gripping episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones talk with Jeff White, who shares the jaw-dropping true story of how he and his wife Connie were ambushed by armed men in Mexico—and how God's hand was evident through every moment of terror, confusion, and grief that followed. From being hijacked and left on the side of the road to navigating corrupt systems, medical trauma, and...
May 19, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive deep into the topic of temptation—where it comes from, why it’s so persistent, and how Christian men can stand firm against it. Drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and quotes from C.S. Lewis, they explore the nature of the human heart, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the joy that comes from resisting sin. This conversation is real, raw, and rooted in the hope of the Gospel. If you’ve eve...
May 12, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Send us a text What makes a civilization thrive—and what role do men play in building and sustaining it? In this powerful conversation, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones sit down with Dr. Anthony Esolen, Distinguished Professor of Humanities and acclaimed author of No Apologies: Why Civilization Depends on the Strength of Men . With insight drawn from decades of studying literature, culture, theology, and history, Esolen explains why male strength—both physical and moral—is foundational to the r...
May 05, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Send us a text Today's episode is a little bit different than normal! Instead of Pete, Jayson, and Zach around the table, we're presenting you with a special message from the first-time FORGE speaker Zane Henning, Area Director of Seminole County Fellowship of Christian Athletes, where challenges us to move beyond endless philosophizing and start building the barn—actively living out our faith. Speaking from Colossians 3:12-17, Zane reminds us that our identity as God's chosen, holy, and beloved...
Apr 28, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones sit down with Eddie Rivera, Executive Director at Action Church, military veteran, real estate entrepreneur, and chaplain to both the police and fire departments in Central Florida. Eddie shares his powerful testimony—from a troubled past and a thriving real estate career to losing it all and finding deep transformation through faith. This conversation is an inspiring journey of redemption, calling, and ...
Apr 21, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Send us a text Is the resurrection of Jesus Christ a matter of blind faith, or is it grounded in solid evidence? In this powerful episode of the FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive deep into the historical, logical, and spiritual truths behind the resurrection. They explore why it's not just a central claim of Christianity, but the claim that makes or breaks the faith. From eyewitness testimony and early creeds to Roman execution methods and the dramatic transformation of...
Apr 14, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Send us a text What does it really mean to become a man? In this powerful episode of the FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones tackle the journey from boyhood to manhood—why it matters, how our culture is failing at it, and what God’s Word calls us to do about it. They explore biblical rites of passage, cultural traditions around the world, and share personal stories of mentorship, fatherhood, and faith. With practical advice and heartfelt insights, this episode calls every man ...
Apr 07, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 95
Send us a text Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones sit down with Scott McCurdy to talk about something most men won’t admit: functional alcoholism. Scott shares how he lived a "successful" life—leading a business, walking with Christ, bringing people to Jesus—while hiding a destructive addiction behind closed doors. He talks honestly about how it impacted his marriage, his children, and his soul… and how God used his wife’s ultimatum and the Spirit’s conviction to bring real change. This episode i...
Apr 01, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 94
Send us a text In this compelling episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones are joined by special guest Scott McCurdy to explore the transformative power of mentoring. From his unique perspective as a man who has embraced a "rewired" life post-retirement, Scott shares how he's built meaningful relationships with dozens of men, fostering spiritual growth and genuine connection. The conversation dives into the biblical roots of discipleship, the role of availability in ...
Mar 24, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Send us a text Suffering is a reality for everyone, including Christian men. In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast , Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive into the biblical perspective on suffering, exploring Colossians 1:24-29 and the Apostle Paul’s powerful response to hardship. They discuss why suffering is inevitable, how Christian men can suffer well, and the role of suffering in spiritual growth. Whether it’s suffering for the Gospel, enduring life's hardships, or facing the conseque...
Mar 17, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 92
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast , hosts Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones welcome guest Jason Nuwayhid, a future PhD candidate in Old Testament studies at the University of Edinburgh. You can follow him and learn how you can partner with him at https://jason-nuwayhid.github.io/support/ Together, they dive deep into the importance of the Old Testament for Christians today. They discuss whether New Testament believers should “unhitch” from the Old Testament, how Jesus and...
Mar 10, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 91
Send us a text In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast , hosts Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones dive into the power of a man's story. Why do we act the way we do? How does our past shape our present, and how can we move forward with clarity and purpose? Drawing from personal experiences, biblical insights, and real talk about masculinity, they explore how understanding our own stories is crucial to becoming the men God calls us to be. Through reflections on identity, resilience, and grace, t...
Mar 03, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Send us a text On this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones welcome Patrick Morley, renowned author of Man in the Mirror and From Broken Boy to Mended Man . Together, they dive deep into the wounds many men carry from childhood—whether from absent fathers, broken family dynamics, or personal struggles. Morley shares his own powerful story of overcoming past wounds, learning to forgive, and breaking destructive cycles to become the man God called him to be. If you...
Feb 24, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Send us a text Welcome to the Forge Truth Podcast, where we’re building great men as God defines greatness! In this episode, we’re diving into what it means to serve in the church and how stepping into ministry can transform your life as a man of faith. Our special guest, Brad Merrell, has been an integral part of Forge for over a decade and serves on the board. Brad shares his personal journey from sitting on the sidelines to leading a vital ministry at First Baptist Orlando. He opens up about ...
Feb 17, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Send us a text What are the essential beliefs every Christian must hold? In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast , Dr. Pete Alwinson, Bishop Jayson Quiñones, and producer Zach tackle one of the most foundational questions of faith: What is essential for salvation, and what is essential for living as a mature believer? They explore topics like: • The difference between being saved and being a growing Christian • The role of Scripture as the ultimate authority • The Trinity and the nature of Go...
Feb 10, 2025•30 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Send us a text In this episode of The Forge Truth Podcast , we dive into the topic of New Year's resolutions and goal setting —but with a fresh perspective. Hosts Dr. Pete Alwinson and Jason Quiñones discuss how to set meaningful, God-honoring goals that actually stick. From body, soul, and spirit resolutions to the power of life audits , the conversation explores practical ways men can grow into who God is calling them to be. They also break down SMART goals , the importance of accountability ,...
Feb 03, 2025•31 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Send us a text In this episode of the Forge Truth Podcast, we dive into the unique characteristics, challenges, and blessings of the different generations of men—from Baby Boomers to Generation Alpha. We discuss how generational dynamics shape fatherhood, discipleship, and faith. Learn how men of all ages can better connect, lead, and mentor across the generational divide while staying rooted in Christ. Don’t miss this thoughtful conversation about leadership, legacy, and the role of technology ...
Jan 27, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Send us a text Today we are joined by Commander Bob Eichelberger of the United States Navy, to talk about his career in the Navy and his commitment to protecting the marriages of the men under his command. Bob went to the Naval Academy and completed nuclear power and submarine training in 1976 and reported to his first submarine assignment aboard USS FLYING FISH (SSN 673) in Norfolk, Virginia. During this tour, the ship was overhauled and conducted three deployments including one extended period...
Jan 20, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 84
Send us a text We continue our conversation about the election, this time on the flip side, after Donald Trump clinched the win. Anthony Rivera joined us to share his thoughts about what Christians are to do now that the political conservatives will be back in office.
Dec 16, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 83
