Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Jim Ramos
The Men in the Arena podcast equips Christian men in the stress bubble of life: married, with kids, building your career and trying to follow God while leading your family well. We'll help you become your best version, equipping you to honor God in your marriage, parenting, work, church and community!
Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with an expert in the realm of masculinity and Christian manhood, with authors like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morley, and Emerson Eggerichs. Jim reads their books and boils down their teachings into a powerful interview to help you learn from their expertise.
Your host is bestselling author and speaker Jim Ramos. Jim has authored 9 books, including the bestseller 'Strong Men Dangerous Times: 5 Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World', 'Tell Them: What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters', 'The Field Guide: A Bathroom Book for Men', and the 5-book Strong Men Study Guide men's small group curriculum. Jim's high-energy storytelling and conviction will call you out, build you up, and motivate you to become the man you've always known you could be.
The Men in the Arena are calling you into the Arena of manhood. We're calling you out of the faceless, nameless bleachers, and calling you UP to be the best version of you. Because when a man gets it, everyone wins.
Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with an expert in the realm of masculinity and Christian manhood, with authors like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morley, and Emerson Eggerichs. Jim reads their books and boils down their teachings into a powerful interview to help you learn from their expertise.
Your host is bestselling author and speaker Jim Ramos. Jim has authored 9 books, including the bestseller 'Strong Men Dangerous Times: 5 Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World', 'Tell Them: What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters', 'The Field Guide: A Bathroom Book for Men', and the 5-book Strong Men Study Guide men's small group curriculum. Jim's high-energy storytelling and conviction will call you out, build you up, and motivate you to become the man you've always known you could be.
The Men in the Arena are calling you into the Arena of manhood. We're calling you out of the faceless, nameless bleachers, and calling you UP to be the best version of you. Because when a man gets it, everyone wins.
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Jan 3, 2025 • 58min
REBOOT: Living with Passion w/ Wess Stafford
Life is too short to live it without purpose. Wess Stafford has an amazing story and a challenging message for us all! Dr. Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, is an internationally recognized advocate for children in poverty. Wess' life experiences have uniquely prepared him for this role. With earned undergraduate degrees from Moody Bible Institute, Biola University and a master's degree from Wheaton College, as well as a Ph.D. from Michigan State University, Wess often says, "Everything I really need to know to lead a multinational organization I learned from the poor, growing up in an African village." Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com
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Dec 31, 2024 • 1h 3min
REBOOT: No More Christian Nice Guy w/ Paul Coughlin
Paul Coughlin, an expert witness on bullying and law and Fox News analyst, dives deep into the pitfalls of being a 'Christian nice guy.' He critiques the comfort-driven church culture, advocating for authentic masculinity that embraces vulnerability. The discussion reveals the transformative power of asserting true strength through love and courage. Coughlin also addresses the dangers of emotional compartmentalization and the detrimental effects of superficial niceness on personal relationships. Get ready for a fresh perspective on masculinity and faith!
Dec 27, 2024 • 56min
REBOOT: Perception vs. Reality in Changing Your Marriage w/ Jason Karampatsos
This is a reboot of a past episode #239 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. Dr. Jason Karampatsos is the lead pastor of New Life Assembly of God in Janesville, Wisconsin, the co-founder of the City of Refuge Counseling Network and the author of The Elephant in the Marriage. As an ordained minister and a licensed counselor with a Ph.D. in pastoral counseling, he helps men navigate both spiritual and mental health challenges. He writes extensively on the impact of perspectives and perceptions upon everyday realities and especially upon marriages. He is an active speaker for men's conferences, marriage retreats and workshops and speaks to pastors and churches across the country on how to thrive in their relationships. Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
Dec 24, 2024 • 15min
REBOOT: Practical Ideas for Leading Your Family at Christmas
This is a reboot of a past episode #502 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. The Star of Bethlehem documentary is no longer free on YouTube, but it is available to stream at bethlehemstar.com. Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
Dec 20, 2024 • 7min
Anepilemptos: Without This Even the Strongest Christian Man Will Fall – Jim Ramos at the NCMM Conference EP 793
Ever wondered what it truly means to live above reproach? Are you living a life worthy of being called a leader? In this message, Jim shares a powerful story and biblical truths to push you to examine your life and confront the areas where you need to rise up. It's time to step up and live with integrity, no loose ends, no excuses. (This message is from the NCMM National Conference for Men's Ministry Leaders held in Kansas City. Visit ncmm.org for information on the 2025 conference.) Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
Dec 17, 2024 • 13min
10 Marriage-Saving Guardrails: Marriage Rules That Prevent Affairs – Equipping Men in Ten EP 792
Marriages are breaking down at an alarming rate. What are you doing to safeguard your own? Are you letting the culture erode your relationship? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos takes on one of the most pressing issues men face today: divorce. You'll get armed with 10 critical guardrails every man should have in place to keep his marriage rock-solid—and even a bonus guardrail for singles. Whether you're married or still single, don't miss this episode—your marriage and future may depend on it. Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
Dec 13, 2024 • 21min
The Dying Seeds Paradox: What Jesus REALLY Meant – Message at the MAG EP 791
Death Ground. Alexander the Great famously burned his ships to eliminate his troops' option of retreat, compelling them to fight with everything they had. Today, Pastor Jim Ramos challenges us to read a common passage with a new perspective. This message calls Christians to stop living in fear of failure and instead, adopt a long-term, sacrificial perspective that leads to real, flourishing faith. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. You can come out to see Jim Ramos in person checking his speaking calendar at menintherena.org, or bring him to speak at your next event. Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
Dec 10, 2024 • 3min
QUICK HIT (4 min): Becoming a Teacher of the Word: Cut it Straight – Dialed In Man of God EP 790
Can you teach others about God? How about those in your household, your wife and kids? If you can't articulate your faith, that's a miss, brother! In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a teacher like Jesus, and what the Bible says about what exactly the godly man needs to be able to do, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The Dialed In man of God is able and ready to teach others. He doesn't have to know everything, but he needs to be ready and willing to teach. If that's not you yet, this episode will help. In this series, recorded in South Africa on a safari, Jim Ramos introduces you to the 20 qualities of a man of God pulled from Titus and 1 Timothy, as laid out in his new book, 'Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God' releasing September 3, 2024 with David C Cook publishing. Each episode will walk you through one quality. You can order your copy of the book on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook or learn more at meninthearena.org/dialedin.
Dec 6, 2024 • 57min
Understanding God's Grace w/ Joby Martin: What Most Christian Men Get Wrong About Grace EP 789
Many men are walking around claiming they've met Jesus, yet their lives look no different. When you've truly encountered Jesus, your life won't stay the same. Just like getting hit by a freight train changes EVERYTHING, an encounter with the resurrected Christ should leave a mark. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos interviews Joby Martin, author of "Run Over By the Grace Train: How the Unstoppable Love of God Transforms Everything" and founder of The Church of Eleven22 in Jacksonville, FL. Pastor Joby will challenge you to live with real power and purpose and break down what real grace and forgiveness look like. Here are the links to Joby's book discussed in this episode: https://tinyurl.com/Grace115 - Run Over By the Grace Train (Using our link to check out the book helps support our ministry - thanks!) Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
Dec 3, 2024 • 9min
Discerning God's Voice: 6 Tests That It's Really God Speaking – Equipping Men in Ten EP 788
Do you ever wonder if you're hearing God's voice or if it's just your own thoughts? You're not alone, many men struggle with this question. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos shares six powerful ways to distinguish between God's Holy whisper and the noise in your own mind. You'll get practical steps to gain clarity and guidance in your relationship with God. Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. HERE Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. HERE
