Mike Sonneveldt

As a dedicated mentor and advocate for biblical masculinity, I've committed my life to empowering everyday men to embrace their God-given potential through mastery of body, soul, and spirit. With roots in coaching, teaching, pastoring, and leadership, I founded The Forged—a transformative platform designed to guide men toward purposeful living, unwavering faith, and authentic manhood in a world that often undermines these values. My journey into this calling began with years of hands-on experience: from coaching young athletes and managing businesses to pastoring young adults, directing biblical education, and serving as dean of a ministry school. Today, as the driving force behind The Forged, as well as the owner of Oak and Banyan Marketing, I blend timeless biblical principles with p...