The Hammer Forged Life

Jake picks up from the last talk on formation and talks about why denying yourself is the first step in renewal and transformation. He also unpacks why he believes that SENSUALITY is the greatest threat to formation in our modern time and how it relates so much to our struggles with unhealthy dopamine addictions.If this show episodes resonates with you, please consider showing your support by liking, subscribing, and sharing with a friend!Godbless and Godspeed.

Jake and Steve have an "off the cuff" conversation about marriage and how to navigate through it as a man who follows Jesus. They both discuss the problem of the "fixer" mentality and how you can reframe that to your advantage, as well as, the power of prayer in your marriage.As always, if this message resonates with you, please show your support by liking and subscribing!Godbless and Godspeed.

Jake leads the discussion with some of the men in the Hammer Forged Life about formation and how we are all formed in one way or another. In this teaching, Jake unpacks the difference between being conformed or transformed, and how transformation is the process of getting back to the man that God always created you to be since the beginning.If this show episodes resonates with you, please consider showing your support by liking, subscribing, and sharing with a friend!Godbless and Godspeed.

In this episode, Jake, Michael, and Steve pick up right where they left off with capitalizing on your wins and embracing opportunities to improve. Wins remind you of how capable you truly are and coming up short provides an opportunity to get better and grow at the end of the day.If this show episodes resonates with you, please consider showing your support by liking, subscribing, and sharing with a friend!Godbless and Godspeed.

In this episode, Jake, Michael, and Steve discuss the impact of winter weather on daily life in the South, leading to a broader discussion on the balance between safety and risk-taking. They explore the importance of discernment in decision-making, the significance of celebrating wins to build confidence, and the role of discipline versus motivation in achieving success. The conversation emphasizes self-awareness, consistency, and the need to navigate risks and opportunities thoughtfully, while also addressing the fine line between confidence and arrogance in personal achievements.If this show episodes resonates with you, please consider showing your support by liking, subscribing, and sharing with a friend!Godbless and Godspeed.

In this conversation, Ben Davies shares his journey from growing up in a small town in Ohio to serving in the Marine Corps and transitioning to a career in firefighting. He discusses the challenges he faced during his upbringing, his enlistment in the military, and the experiences that shaped his faith and personal growth. Ben emphasizes the importance of community, purpose, and service in both military and civilian life, offering valuable insights and advice for others navigating similar paths. If this episode resonates with you, please consider showing your support by liking, subscribing, and sharing with a friend! Godbless and Godspeed.

In this episode, Jake, Michael, and Steve share their years of management experience with real life application for every man to become a hammer in their leadership. They tackle the myth of not all men being called to lead and topics ranging from expectation management to extreme ownership. If this episode resonates with you, please show your support by subscribing and sharing! Godbless and Godspeed.

In this first episode, Jake, Michael, and Steve explore the hammer as a primary symbol of masculinity and why it's important for every man to strive towards this paradigm. This discussion presents a bird's eye view on this topic ranging from identity and purpose to strength , pain, and the fallacy of a "new year new me"mentality. If this episode resonates with you, please consider supporting our mission by subscribing to The Hammer Forged Life on all streaming platforms (Apple, Spotify, YouTube). Don't forget to also leave us a review! Godbless and Godspeed.

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