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Gina Lance and Tommy Lance of Forged by Faith in Decatur, AL speaking about firearms and self-defense

REAL EXPERIENCE.
REAL IMPACT.
SELF-DEFENSE SPEAKERS.

“Our lives changed in an instant. What we learned after is what we teach today.”

— TOMMY & GINA

We share our story of survival, faith, and preparedness to equip individuals and organizations with the mindset to respond when it matters most.

Training to Protect What Matters Most

Tommy Lance and Gina Lance of Forged by Faith sitting on a porch in Decatur, AL

Why We Serve as Self-Defense Speakers

On Mother’s Day in 2018, our lives changed forever.

We experienced a violent home invasion that forced us to make critical decisions in a matter of seconds.

That experience reshaped how we view preparedness, responsibility, and protection.

Today, we share our story not to create fear—but to help others understand the importance of being prepared, thinking clearly under pressure, and taking responsibility for protecting what matters most.

Our goal is simple: to equip others with awareness, confidence, and the mindset to respond when it matters most.

Speaking Topics

🔹 Prepared, Not Paranoid

Learn how to recognize potential threats, improve situational awareness, and develop a proactive safety mindset for everyday life.

🔹 Defending the Home

A practical discussion on home preparedness, planning, and making sound decisions under pressure.

🔹 Faith, Fear & Responsibility

An honest conversation about overcoming fear, embracing responsibility, and preparing with purpose.

Women Groups

Churches & faith-based groups

Corporate & Professional teams

Community Organizations

& MORE

Who We Speak To

What You Can Expect

Engaging, real-world storytelling

Practical takeaways

Audience-focused discussion

Clear next steps for preparedness

As self-defense speakers, our presentations are designed to connect, inform, and equip—not overwhelm.

Bring Forged by Faith to Your Organization

If you're looking for a meaningful, impactful presentation that resonates with your audience and leaves them better prepared, we would be honored to speak.

“They spoke with authenticity and clarity. Our group walked away more aware and better prepared.”

— Event Organizer

What Organizations Are Saying

“Powerful, real, and incredibly impactful. This is something everyone should hear.”

— Church Leader

“They connected with our audience immediately and delivered a message that truly mattered.”

— Community Coordinator

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