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In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones tackle one of the most painful and common questions fathers face today. Why do so many adult children drift from faith, and what responsibility do dads still carry once their children are grown?

This honest and pastoral conversation explores the role of fathers as spiritual leaders, the danger of outsourcing discipleship to the church, and the long game of parenting that does not end at eighteen. Pete and Jayson talk about consistency, humility, repentance, prayer, and how to engage adult children without guilt or control.

If you are a dad wrestling with regret, fear, or confusion about how to lead your family spiritually, this episode offers wisdom, clarity, and hope rooted in the gospel.

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In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones talk with Zach about his recent trip to visit with pastors in India. They discuss the global persecution of the Church and what it means to follow Christ in a context where faith comes at real personal cost. This is a call to awareness, prayer, and bold faith in a world that increasingly resists the truth of Christ.

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In this Christmas season episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones walk through the birth narratives of Jesus found in Luke and Matthew, slowing down to explore what these familiar passages actually reveal when read carefully. From the prophecy and birth of John the Baptist to Mary’s song of praise, from the humility of the manger to the unexpected role of shepherds, this conversation connects the Christmas story to the full arc of Scripture and to the hearts of men today.

The discussion highlights the faith of Mary, the focused mission of John the Baptist, and the surprising ways God works through humility, obedience, and trust. Pete and Jayson reflect on what it means to point to Christ rather than trying to be the savior ourselves, and why Christmas is a yearly reset that reminds us who Jesus is and who we are called to be as men.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect deeply on the story of Christ’s birth, and lead our families well by keeping Jesus at the center of the season.

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In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones continue their apologetics series by tackling some of the most common objections people raise against Christianity. They address the charge that Christians are hypocrites, explore whether God truly cares about women, discuss why Christians are often perceived as pushy, and walk through how believers should think about truth in a culture shaped by relativism. The conversation also turns to the relationship between the Bible and evolution, highlighting where faithful Christians may disagree while holding firmly to core convictions. Throughout the episode, Pete and Jayson model humility, clarity, and courage as they encourage men to seek truth with both conviction and grace.

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Get ready for something totally different on The FORGE Truth Podcast. Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones step into the ring for a full Bible Knowledge Showdown. Zach throws out categories, curveballs, speed rounds, and closest to the pin challenges while listeners play along at home. The guys tackle everything from the twelve disciples and the plagues of Egypt to the armor of God and the Beatitudes. It is competitive, hilarious, and unexpectedly humbling as Pete and Jayson discover just how much we all forget if we are not in the Word consistently. Underneath all the fun is a powerful reminder that Scripture is always calling us deeper and that men grow stronger when they stay rooted in the truth of God.

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In this episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones tackle some of the most common and challenging questions skeptics raise about Christianity. From “Has the Bible been changed over time?” to “Why do bad things happen to good people?”, they discuss how believers can respond with truth, grace, and confidence. With honest conversation and pastoral insight, Pete and Jayson unpack the reliability of Scripture, the problem of suffering, and what it means to be made in God’s image. This is part one of an ongoing apologetics series designed to equip men to think biblically and engage compassionately in today’s culture.

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In this powerful episode of The FORGE Truth Podcast, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones sit down with Brodie Croyle, former NFL quarterback and CEO of Big Oak Ranch, for a conversation about purpose, fatherhood, and faith. Brodie shares his remarkable journey from playing for the Kansas City Chiefs to leading a ministry that has transformed the lives of thousands of children. Hear how his father’s vision turned a single farmhouse into a nationwide network of homes for kids in crisis and how Brodie’s own story of surrender and redemption reveals what it means to live with intentionality and impact. Whether you’re a dad, a leader, or simply someone searching for meaning, this episode will challenge and inspire you to live a life worthy of your calling.

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Halloween is one of the most debated holidays for Christians today. In this episode, Pete Alwinson and Jayson Quiñones unpack the origins of Halloween, its ancient spiritual roots, and the modern cultural expressions that surround it. Together with producer Zach, they explore how followers of Jesus can approach the season with discernment and faith. Should Christians avoid Halloween altogether, participate in it with moderation, or redeem it for gospel purposes? The hosts break down three common Christian responses and challenge men to let every area of their lives, including holidays, fall under the lordship of Christ.