Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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.
Latest episodes
Mar 7, 2023 • 12min
The Godly Man’s Habits: 7 Marks of a Godly Man - Equipping Men in Ten EP 623
Christian men, there are 7 specific habits that Godly men build into their lives. Are they built into yours? On this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares what a Godly man does, and helps you identify whether you have a blind spot that is holding you back in your faith.
Mar 4, 2023 • 25min
Bonus: Who Are You? How to Figure Out Your Unique Purpose - Jim Ramos at the MAG
In this bonus episode, Jim Ramos asks WHO ARE YOU? God has a unique design for each man. Here's how to figure out yours. We will be look at the story of Moses in Exodus 3-4 to answer the three most important questions a man can ask: Who am I? What was I made for? What am I going to do about it? The McMinnville Area Gathering (MAG) is a weekly Men in the Arena gathering held in McMinnville, Oregon. Each week, Jim Ramos speaks to this local gathering of men in his community, and we share his teaching with you.
Mar 2, 2023 • 58min
Defying the Doctors: ‘You’ll Never Do Another Push-Up’ to 65,000 w/ Dustin Newman EP 622
When Dustin Newman was 22, a devastating motorcycle accident tore off half his leg and ruined his left arm. The doctors said he’d never do a normal, full push-up again. In 2022, he joined the Men in the Arena push-up challenge and did 65,000! This week, Dustin joined Jim Ramos to dig deeper into his inspiring story of overcoming the odds with God’s help. You’ll walk away from this episode inspired and ready to push through the challenges and tough circumstances you are facing today.
Feb 28, 2023 • 6min
MANLAWS: 101 Ways to Get Your Man Card Revoked (and Rules to Live By) - Equipping Men in Ten EP 621
Too close at the urinal? MANLAW VIOLATION. Looking another guy in the eye while eating a banana? MAN CARD REVOKED! In this week’s equipping episode, Jim Ramos walks you through his hilarious new free book, “MANLAWS: 101 Ways to Get Your Man Card Revoked (and Rules to Live By).” If you’ve ever submitted a Man Law to us, you’ll want to check this book out - maybe yours made it into the book! Get your copy for free, it’s now available at meninthearena.org.
Feb 28, 2023 • 58min
Reboot: Your Wife IS Crazy! (So Are You) Love and Respect w/ Emerson Eggerichs
In this classic episode from 2018 (back when the podcast was the “Man Card” podcast), author Emerson Eggerichs joined Jim Ramos to discuss his foundational book for marriage, "Love and Respect.” He describes the “crazy cycle,” where a marriage begins spiraling out of control, and teaches you to stop the cycle in its tracks. https://loveandrespect.com
Feb 23, 2023 • 24min
The Godly Man’s Greatest Asset (It’s Not Love) EP # 620
Do you have the Godly man’s greatest asset? While Godly men should love others, there is actually a more foundational trait that comes before it. In this week’s extended teaching, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what to look for in yourself and other men. If you're looking at a Godly man, this will be the first clue.
Feb 22, 2023 • 35min
Reboot: How Young Men Can Choose Greatness w/ Gary Chapman
In this classic episode from 2020, Jim Ramos was joined by author Gary Chapman, author of "The 5 Love Languages" to discuss his book for young men, "Choose Greatness: 11 Wise Decisions that Brave Young Men Make.” This episode is a great opportunity for you young men to learn from one of the giants of Christian ministry.
Feb 21, 2023 • 9min
The Godly Man’s Mission: 5 Identifying Traits of a Godly Man - Equipping Men in Ten EP 619
What is a Godly man? There are 5 things Godly men do that set them apart from the rest. If you are a follower of Christ, God has an assignment for you. He created you for a specific mission that you are uniquely designed for. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you the 5 identifying traits of a Godly man and how to uncover the purpose God has laid out just for you.
Feb 16, 2023 • 54min
Family Board Meetings: The Simple 3-Step Method for Connecting With Your Kids w/ Jim Sheils EP 618
Dad, you have just 18 summers to create a lasting connection with your children! Do you feel distant from one of your kids right now? Are you mistaking physical proximity for quality time? This week, author Jim Sheils joined Jim Ramos to teach you a simple, 3-step method to create connections with your kids that will last a lifetime. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
Feb 13, 2023 • 9min
Grow as a Man of Prayer: 5 Time-Tested Tips - Equipping Men in Ten EP 617
You know you SHOULD pray, but do you have trouble blocking out consistent time for prayer? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares 5 time-tested, simple ways for you to become a man of prayer. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast
