Made of More 01-21-26 From Trauma to Brotherhood: Jeff Fisher on Radical Forgiveness

In this episode of Made of More, host Chris Erdmann sits down with Jeff Fisher—a former professional athlete and entrepreneur—to discuss his journey from a traumatic childhood marked by severe abuse to a life of purpose and radical forgiveness. Fisher opens up about the shocking family revelation regarding his stepfather that allowed him to let go of lifelong anger, and how that path led him to found Battle Forged Fellowship, a new ministry designed to combat the epidemic of male loneliness and suicide through deep discipleship and community. The conversation explores Fisher's "Four C's" framework for categorizing friendships (Constituent, Comrade, Community Member, and Confidant), the vital importance of vulnerability, and his upcoming projects, including the book "Felonies to Fruitfulness" and the documentary "Lion Among Smalls". About the show: Made of More is a radio show / podcast that shares the powerful, personal stories behind the entrepreneurs of the greater Seattle area and beyond, individuals who have built meaningful businesses and experiences not just to better their own lives, but to positively impact their communities, families, and the world around them. This show isn’t just about what they’ve built – it’s also about who they are as people. We explore their journeys of inspiration, adversity, risk, and resilience. We dig into the pivotal moments, the challenges that shaped them, and the drive that pushed them to step outside the box and do something different. These are people who are made of more. And so are our listeners. Each episode is an invitation to connect more deeply; not only with the story, but with the mission behind each business. Whether it inspires you to chase a dream, break your own mold, or simply experience and support these ventures in a way that speaks to you, Made of More reminds us that greatness often begins with a story worth telling.