IN THIS EPISODE WE LEARN:
In this compelling episode of The Fortified Life Podcast, host Jason Davis sits down with Mike Van Pelt—author, speaker, men’s life coach, and host of The True Man Podcast. Mike shares his remarkable journey of faith, identity, and purpose as he unpacks what it truly means to restore biblical masculinity in today’s world. From being a stay-at-home dad to founding a life coaching practice dedicated to empowering men, Mike offers wisdom, encouragement, and actionable insights rooted in his personal transformation and deeper walk with Christ.
🔥 Key Topics Covered:
- Restoring Biblical Masculinity: Mike’s mission is to redefine and reclaim what it means to be a man grounded in Christ.
- Faith & Identity Collision: How a spiritual awakening at a men’s retreat changed Mike’s direction and reignited his purpose.
- The Stay-at-Home Dad Experience: Mike opens up about the emotional and societal challenges—and ultimate rewards—of prioritizing family over career.
- Building the True Man Community: The evolution from a local men’s group to a national coaching brand, podcast, and published book.
- The Power of Vulnerability: Why men need to share their struggles and seek connection over isolation.
- The True Man Roadmap: What readers can expect from Mike’s book True Man: True Ways, and how it serves as a guide to rediscovering the masculine heart.
- God in the Marketplace: How Mike’s journey embodies living out faith authentically in every area of life—from business to family.