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2019 Year In Review
Our long-anticipated review of everything that went well, what didn't go so well, and what we learned in 2019.
Empowering The Next Generation Of Christian Men
Cultivate & Keep is a podcast hosted by Corey Haines & Jeremy LaBahn about what it means to be a man as a Christian. We cover topics like what it means to be a man, personal finance, personal growth, marriage, family, professional growth, goals, entrepreneurship, ministry, book reviews, and more. There also might be an occasional The Office reference.
Our long-anticipated review of everything that went well, what didn't go so well, and what we learned in 2019.
Jesus came full of grace and truth to give us both, to save us and grow us. But the order is significant here.
A false image of God is simply a subjective, but untrue view of who God is. A person's lifestyle always reflects the image of God.
Fear isn't always something that must be avoided. It's not always an indicator that you're doing things wrong or that something bad is about to happen. Sometimes... it's a sign of something meaningful, challenging, or worthwhile.
The first of a trickled series on God's commandments: We explore the true meaning behind the 1st commandment. There's more than meets the eye!
Not all of us (let's be real — *very* few of us) are cheery, grateful souls all the time. So how do you cultivate gratitude when you're not feeling grateful?
Here's a thought... what would you do with a big lump sum of cash? How would it change your life? What would you pursue?
Please feel free to consume this *very* lengthy episode over a few different commutes/chores. We go in-depth on personal finances for Christians and what's worked for us!
Can you find the perfect combination of what you love, what you get paid for, what you're good at, and what the world needs?
"Let your yes be yes and your no be no." How does this apply to your life?
What opportunities are right in front of you right now? Which paths do you follow?
A candid conversation about one year of podcasting and life updates.
It's easy to let life just unfold in front of you. But what do you really want? And how bad do you really want it?
There's been a rise in celebrity-like Christians with a lot of reach and influence. But what happens when they slip up? Or when they abandon their faith altogether? We've got two real-life examples to talk about.
We have an open, honest conversation about the role of guns in our lives. Disclaimer: We don't claim to have the answers, have all the data, or know what the solution is. But that's why we wanted to talk about it.
What is burnout? And how do you know if you're burnt out or if you're just tired or bored? We talk about our own experiences and what to do about it.
Being engaged can be surprisingly hard. It's not like the movies make it out to be with cake tastings and fun late-night planning sessions. It's a crash course in all the challenging aspects of a relationship... so buckle up.
Divorce is a hard topic to talk about — and not talked about enough. Why does it happen? Is okay? We do our best to explore this sensitive subject.
The old testament is full of examples of sacrifice. But what kind of sacrifices do we offer God today? And how do we present them?
Your wallet, your calendar, and your friends: an inside look into who someone REALLY is.
A candid chat about managing feelings of discontentment, ambition, and if it's right or wrong.
This week we talk to Chris George, one of Jeremy's closest family friends, businessman, and father.
We cover five beliefs about money and your career that are likely opposite to what you've grown up subconsciously thinking were true.
We take some time to reflect on how this year is going so far, answering what's going well, what's not going so well, and what we've learned.
When you have a big decision ahead of you, what do you do? How do you make the right decision?
Judas is often viewed as a heartless betrayer, greedy for money and cowardly. But are we so different than him?
We ask Dan some of the hardest questions about the Bible, including Satan, slavery, polygamy, and all sorts of other stuff!
We talked to Nathan Cornett, Jeremy's brother-in-law and one of our favorite people about marriage, changing careers in the midst of building a family, and more.
Myers-Briggs? Strength Finders? Enneagram? What's the point?
Is it wrong to be motivated by money? What's the right way to view money?
Is it possible to pressure someone into committing murder using psychological manipulation?
We bring on Jenny Stecklair to give a different perspective on finding a husband, starting a business, life, and overcoming hardship.
Rest is often an after-thought, and we explore why it should be treated with much more intention and thought than you may think.
One of our favorite books, Atomic Habits is a practical and in-depth guide to cultivating the right habits.
Phil embodies so many different aspects of what it means to be a man as a Christian: politician, entrepreneur, father, husband, and much more.
Quitting isn't exactly the most attractive subject to talk about. What are the circumstances and reasons that make it okay or not okay?
When life gives you lemons, or should I say Leah, and you asked for raspberries, err... Rachel.
It's easy to forget many of the things that God has done in your life. Do you have a way to remind yourself?
When you have the choice of doing what's easy, what's hard, or nothing, what do you choose?
In the middle of hardship, anticipation, and preparation, we can easily miss God if we're not looking for Him.
How to talk about social and political issues in a world of digital outrage.
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Feel like you're never qualified for the job you want?
What we do instead of planning new years resolutions.
After looking at Apple's new iPhone feature "Screen Time," we were both shocked.
More than four of every ten Americans now say pornography is morally acceptable.
God may not take away your suffering, but rather give you hope in the midst of your suffering.
Born a slave, raised a warrior, died a conqueror.
What's the most important thing you can do today? Might not be what you think.
Do you manage your time well? Do you treat it like the valuable resource it is?
The unfortunate truth is that life is hard. And a good life requires doing hard things.
The awe of God is one of our greatest assets as a Christian.
We talked with Dan Deyling about doing hard things, facing yourself, and cultivating conviction.
Providing financially is a heavy burden in and of itself, let alone spiritually and emotionally too.
"Why don't I care?" Apathy is a real issue for many men.
"...I am not practicing what I would like to do, but I am doing the very thing I hate."
How do you discover what God's calling is on your life? And is it aligned with your vision for your life?
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