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.
Episodes
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Feb 23, 2024 • 24min
What Christian Men Do Wrong in BED: You're Wife's Big "O" - Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 709
Did you know that the Bible talks about your wife's "big O"? It does! What does a Christian man look like in the bedroom? In this week's message, pastor Jim Ramos and the guys from The MAG talk about what the Bible has to say about your O, hers, and how to have the bedroom intimacy that every man dreams of. Here is the link to the book referenced frequently during the message: The Great Sex Rescue by Sheila Gregory -> http://tinyurl.com/sexrescue115 This message is from The MAG, The McMinville Area Gathering for men, which meets weekly most Wednesday nights at Grange Hall in McMinnville, Oregon. You can come out to see Jim Ramos in person checking his speaking schedule at menintherena.org, or bring him to speak at your next event. (Note: Jim's speaking calendar is filling up fast due to the Sept 3 release of his new book, "Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God" with David C Cook publishing. If you'd like to bring him to your church to speak or run a workshop for you men, reach out soon!) [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
Feb 20, 2024 • 10min
The Mistake Millions of Husbands Are Making: Framing Your Wife - Equipping Men in Ten EP 709
Are you one of the millions of men who are making Jim's biggest marriage mistake? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares his biggest marriage mistake. This topic consistently goes viral on our social media channels, with millions of wives chiming in to saying their husband is making this very mistake. Listen up, men. Your wife might have been one of them! [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
Feb 16, 2024 • 32min
Let's Talk About SEX, Baby! What Married Sex Should Look Like - Jim Ramos at The MAG, EP 708
In this message, Pastor Jim Ramos opens up his Sex Box, teaching you the lies our culture tells us about sex and what married sex is supposed to look like. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men, which meets weekly most Wednesday nights at Grange Hall in McMinnville, Oregon. You can come out to see Jim Ramos in person by checking his speaking schedule at menintherena.org, or bring him to speak at your next event. (Note: Jim's speaking calendar is filling up fast due to the Sept 3 release of his new book, "Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God" with David C Cook publishing. If you'd like to bring him to your church to speak or run a workshop for you men, reach out soon!) [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. ]
Feb 13, 2024 • 10min
Learn Your DAD TYPE: Which of 8 Types of Dad Are You? - Equipping Men in Ten EP 707
Explore the different types of dads and phases of fatherhood. Take the Dad Type Quiz to learn your type and get customized resources. Discover the roles and responsibilities in each phase of fatherhood. Learn about the rewards of being a father in the father friend and father forever phases.
Feb 9, 2024 • 48min
Don't Use A.I. for Love Letters: How to Write a Valentine's Letter to Your Wife w/ Kevin Brewer EP
Kevin Brewer, friend of Jim Ramos, teaches how to write a love letter to your wife. Topics include making a list of things you appreciate about her, taking a break before writing, tips for writing the letter, and the power of love letters in strengthening a marriage.
Feb 5, 2024 • 9min
Avoid Divorce with This 9-Step Couple's Meeting Framework - Equipping Men in Ten EP 705
Have you ever noticed that men are often "blindsided" by divorce? Too many men seem to be losing their wive's hearts without realizing it until it's too late. If you want to avoid that fate, this week's 10-minute equipping episode is for you. In this episode, Jim Ramos teaches you the 9-part "Couple's Meeting" framework outlined in Aaron and Jocelyn Freeman's excellent book, "The Argument Hangover." [Check out the book here: https://tinyurl.com/argument115] Watch our interview with Aaron Freeman here. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. mtntough.com]
Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 4min
Finding Purpose Beyond Career and Achievement w/ Jeff Kemp EP 704
Do you define yourself by your career? Is your self-worth shaped by your achievements? As men, culture tempts us to find our value in what we do and how much we can produce. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by former NFL quarterback Jeff Kemp to discuss how we can rise above the production expectation and find our worth in the right things. Here's Jeff's Book: (checking out the book through our link supports Men in the Arena - thanks!) http://tinyurl.com/receive115 [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. mtntough.com]
Jan 30, 2024 • 9min
DON'T Call Your Wife Your 'Partner': Why This Term is Anti-Biblical - Equipping Men in Ten EP 703
Pastor Jim Ramos explores why calling your spouse 'partner' is anti-biblical, discussing how it contradicts biblical teachings on marriage and the difference between contract and covenant in marriage.
Jan 25, 2024 • 1h 5min
The Christian Leader: What Christian Leadership Looks Like IRL w/ Jeremy Stalnecker EP 702
Jeremy Stalnecker, co-founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, joins Jim Ramos to discuss Christian leadership. They explore the definition of leadership, the influence of Medal of Honor winners, and the importance of understanding and listening to others. Discover the power of self-reflection and valuable resources for personal growth.
Jan 23, 2024 • 14min
5 Health Rules to Change Your Body This Year - Equipping Men in Ten EP 701
Are you overweight? Exhausted? Busy? Out of shape? This is your episode! In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares his "one word" for 2024 and the 5 health rules he has committed to live by this year. In addition to the 5 heath rules, a big part of Jim's fitness this year is his commitment to do the MTNTOUGH fitness program. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. mtntough.com
