The Valiant Forge Podcast
The Valiant Forge is a podcast for Christian men who want to leave a legacy that lasts. Hosted by Mark Osborne — a husband, father, and grandfather — each episode is a call to rise, not just for ourselves, but for the generations coming after us. Through raw conversations about faith, fatherhood, failure, and forgiveness, Mark invites men to step into their role as spiritual leaders and legacy builders. Whether you’re in the trenches of parenting or walking as a grandfather and guide, this sh…
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July 13, 2026
David's Greatest Battle Wasn't Goliath
Send us Fan Mail Everyone remembers David defeating Goliath. But what if his greatest battle came years later... after the victories... after he became king? In this episode of The Valiant Forge, Mark explores one of the most overlooked moments in David's life: the day he stayed home when kings were supposed to go to war. That single decision set off a chain of compromise that affected David, his family, and his kingdom for years. This isn't just a story about David. It's a warning for every ...
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July 9, 2026
What "Your Kingdom Come" Really Means | Dr. David Chotka
Send us Fan Mail Most Christians have prayed the Lord's Prayer hundreds of times. But have you ever stopped to consider what you're actually praying when you say, "Your Kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven"? In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. David Chotka, we explore one of the most misunderstood phrases in Scripture. Dr. Chotka explains that praying for God's Kingdom is far more than asking for His blessing—it's an invitation to submit to the reign of King Jesus and...
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July 6, 2026
How Men Drift Away from God | One Compromise at a Time
Send us Fan Mail Most men don't wake up one morning intending to sabotage their lives. It happens one compromise at a time. In this episode of The Valiant Forge, we examine the life of Samson—not just as one of the strongest men in the Bible, but as a warning about the slow drift that can pull any of us away from God. Through Samson's victories, compromises, failures, and restoration, we discover that God's faithfulness is greater than our failures, and no one is beyond His grace. Key Takeawa...
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July 2, 2026
ou've Been Praying the Lord's Prayer Wrong | Dr. David Chotka
Send us Fan Mail What if you've been praying the Lord's Prayer your entire life... but never stopped to consider what Jesus actually meant? In this episode of The Valiant Forge, I sit down with Dr. David Chotka—pastor, author, and founder of Spirit-Equip Ministries—for a conversation that begins with an extraordinary testimony and leads into a powerful discussion about prayer, spiritual warfare, distraction, and intimacy with God. Growing up surrounded by darkness, Dr. Chotka shares the...
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June 29, 2026
Why Good Men Keep Doubting Themselves | Gideon and the Lie of Inadequacy
Send us Fan Mail Why do so many Christian men struggle with feeling like they're not enough? In this episode of The Valiant Forge Podcast, we're continuing the Broken Men, Faithful God series by looking at the life of Gideon. Before Gideon ever led Israel to victory, he saw himself as the weakest man from the weakest family. But God saw something completely different. If you've ever felt unqualified, inexperienced, or like everyone else is more equipped than you, Gideon's story reminds us tha...
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June 25, 2026
Built to Last: How Christian Men Build an Unshakable Faith
Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to build a life that lasts? In this episode, Mark Osborne welcomes author Maury Wood to discuss his new book, Built to Last. Their conversation explores the Armor of God, the importance of protecting your mind, servant leadership, biblical masculinity, and how God often uses disappointment to redirect us toward His greater purpose. Maury also shares moving stories about his family's faith journey, his stepfather's transformation, and why no Christian man i...
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