Clearing the Tent – A Conversation with Mark (Video)

What if spiritual growth isn’t about adding more—but about letting go? In this episode of The Forge Podcast, Mark shares a powerful and deeply personal story about obedience, freedom, and the surprising way God invites us to clear out what weighs us down. From his early days at Forge to a storm-soaked prayer walk that turned into a defining breakthrough moment, Mark reflects on how God used Scripture, community, and surrender to reshape his faith. As the conversation unfolds, Mark walks us through a lesson rooted in the story of Jericho and the hidden sin of Achan—revealing how even small things we hold onto can quietly rob us of focus, effectiveness, and intimacy with God. Rather than striving to add more spiritual disciplines or achievements, Mark challenges us to ask a harder question: What needs to be removed from the tent of our lives? This episode is an invitation to slow down, examine what’s been encumbering you, and rediscover the freedom that comes from wholehearted obedience. Whether you’re early in your faith journey or have been walking with the Lord for years, Mark’s story will encourage you to run the race lighter—and more fully alive.