Forged

What do you do when you’ve planned, prepared, and worked with excellence, but still face problems completely outside your control?The story behind the new Springs Christian Academy and Springs Church Facility in Winnipeg, Canada is about far more than construction.It’s a story of faith under pressure, stewardship, unexpected setbacks, generational vision, and trusting God when the outcome is out of your hands. From power challenges and weather delays to a major concrete issue that could have set the project back for months, the team faced moments where preparation alone wasn’t enough.Through it all, one principle remained: Do everything you can with excellence, and trust God with what you cannot control. We also look at Leon Fontaine’s lasting vision, decisions made decades earlier that prepared the property for future growth, and how the construction process itself became ministry as tradespeople began asking questions about what felt different.This project became more than a building. It became a picture of leadership, stewardship, faith, and building something the next generation can stand on.
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ORGED: Men’s conference: A gathering of men committed to becoming stronger together. Get your tickets here: https://springschurch.com/menofsprings/ Are we truly just one generation away from the complete extinction of Christianity? History proves that a culture doesn't take centuries to abandon its faith, it can happen in the blink of an eye. In this episode of the Forged Podcast, Zach and André confront the reality of spiritual drift and the dangerous cultural shift from gratitude to absolute entitlement. We break down how first-world comfort and endless distraction are quietly suffocating the next generation's faith. When life gets too easy, we forget our need for God, trading genuine relational allegiance for trivial head knowledge. From exploring Jordan Peterson’s insights on the critical balance of order and chaos to uncovering the biblical blueprint for breaking negative family dynamics, this conversation is an urgent wake-up call.

We sit down with mental health coach Jason Tyler McLean to unpack one of the most intense survival stories we've ever heard. Jason opens up about his battle with addiction, the destruction of his ego, and the miraculous moment his gun jammed during a suicide attempt. He also breaks down his motorcycle crash that propelled him to dedicate his life to helping others. This episode gets straight into practical frameworks for mental toughness and the undeniable healing power of Jesus and our faith and hope in Him. We discuss moving past a victim mindset, prioritizing facts over feelings, and welcoming Jesus into our lives by giving our burdens to Jesus rather than relying on our own understanding. Jason shares how adopting a strong foundation of faith completely rebuilt his reality and why there is profound hope for anyone feeling trapped in the anxiety and depression cycle. If you are struggling to find true purpose, this conversation offers a raw, direct blueprint to taking absolute ownership of your life.

Are you being discipled by Jesus or the algorithm? Most of us check our phones hundreds of times a day without a second thought. But what if that endless scrolling is doing more than just wasting time? What if it's actually reshaping your theology, rewiring your brain, and subtly replacing your time with God?
Zach and Andre hit the hard truth about social media addiction. We break down the psychology of the "feed," the danger of the echo chamber, and how the algorithm uses a slot-machine effect to keep you hooked. More importantly, we talk about how to guard your heart, reclaim your attention, and get back to the truth of the Word.
If you've ever felt the burnout of living constantly distracted, this conversation is for you.

In this episode of the Forged Podcast, Zach Fontaine sits down with Shawn Black, founder of Sheepdog Brew Co., for a raw conversation about what it actually takes to be a man of faith in today's world. Proverbs tells us that iron sharpens iron, and this discussion proves exactly why strong Christian brotherhood is the ultimate catalyst for personal and professional growth. Shawn spent over a decade on the frontlines as a police officer and military combat engineer, absorbing the darkest parts of the city. He shares his gripping journey from battling severe depression and addiction to experiencing a radical transformation through the grace of Jesus. When his rapidly growing nitro cold brew business was on the verge of bankruptcy, Shawn realized that true masculine toughness isn't about maintaining absolute control, it is about surrendering your life, and your livelihood, to God.

Does screaming on a street corner actually bring anyone to Jesus? In this episode of the Forged Podcast, we are reacting to two powerful clips that challenge how we handle faith, anger, and the unexpected trials of life. First, we break down the aggressive "turn or burn" tactics of modern street preachers. While they might be passionate, we dive into the scriptures to show why leading with fear and guilt actually pushes people further away from God, and how the true biblical model is built on grace and gentleness. Then, we shift gears to react to a profound thought from Dr. Jordan Peterson about suffering, doing good in a dark world, and the absolute refusal to play the victim. We discuss how true Christian masculinity isn't about letting your anger take the wheel in the airport or in traffic, it's about emotional control, overcoming evil with good, and letting God write your story.

Fear, Grace & Suffering: 3 Truths Every Christian Needs 
Forged with Zach Fontaine

Have you ever prayed, believed with all your heart, and still saw absolutely no change? It’s one of the hardest and most isolating places to be in your faith journey. In this episode, Zach and Andre tackle the tough questions: Can your life experiences actually deceive your faith? What do you do when your reality completely contradicts what God promised?
We dive deep into why the brokenness of this world doesn't mean God has forgotten you and how to permanently break free from generational curses.
Zach also shares a highly practical 5-step F.A.I.T.H. framework to help you stand firm when you are exhausted in the waiting room for your miracle.
If you're doubting your prayers, feeling defeated by your circumstances, or just wondering why God's timing feels so frustrating, this conversation is exactly what you need to hear today.
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Are you experiencing the peace of God, or simply distracting yourself long enough to forget what hurts?In this episode, we talk about one of the most overlooked struggles in modern Christianity: using social media, television, gaming, achievement, work, money, and constant stimulation as substitutes for genuine spiritual peace. Entertainment is not automatically sinful. Relaxing is not wrong. But are they helping you rest, or have they become the only way you can feel okay?The world offers countless ways to escape your circumstances. God offers the strength to walk through them without being controlled by fear, anxiety, emptiness, or the need for constant stimulation.So ask yourself honestly: What do you reach for first when you feel stressed, lonely, disappointed, bored, or overwhelmed?#ChristianPodcast #FaithInGod #BiblicalTruth #IronSharpensIron #Forged

Can sin cancel grace?
In this episode of the Forged Podcast, Andre and I sit down to talk about one of the biggest questions in Christianity: Can you lose your salvation?
Many believers live with the fear that one mistake, season of doubt, or moment of weakness could undo everything Jesus accomplished. But if salvation is truly a gift, can it be taken away every time we fall short?
We discuss the difference between grace and performance-based faith, why sin still has consequences, what genuine belief looks like, and whether someone can walk away from God after receiving salvation.
We also talk about doubt, deconstruction, church hurt, the criminal beside Jesus, and why compassion matters when someone begins questioning their faith.
If one mistake can erase salvation, was it ever a gift, or something we had to keep earning?