Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Jerry Schemmel is a survivor of United Airlines flight 232 that crashed landed on July 19, 1989.  Jerry grew up in Madison, SD, with his six siblings. He attended Washburn University in Topeka, KS where he played on the baseball team. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Communications in 1982, Jerry went to law school at Washburn University School of Law and earned his Juris Doctor in 1985. He has been both an assistant baseball coach and head coach, at the college level. He spent 10 seasons as a radio broadcaster for the Colorado Rockies, after 18 seasons in the same role with the Denver Nuggets. Jerry Schemmel wrote two books. First, Chosen To Live, from 1996 that chronicles his experience from surviving the crash of Flight 232. And The Extravagant Gift, as an outreach book.  Everybody has their own plane crash. -Jerry Schemmel Boots on the Ground: Where are you headed towards a plane crash? Chart a new course for your life and trust God in 2022. Link to the crash video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocpFuJ2wbhU Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

The Full Capacity Man must be a Just man! Jim Ramos explains what a just man looks like in this episode. For the overseer must be…just. —Titus 1:7-8 “Justice is truth in action.” —Benjamin Disraeli   “I believe the current concept of social justice is incompatible with biblical Christianity.” ― Voddie T. Baucham,       Fault Lines Masters, grant to your slaves justice and fairness, knowing that you too have a Master in heaven. —Colossians 4:1 Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Ramos is speaking at Maranatha Church in Wyoming Minnesota on how you can make 2022 the best year of your life. Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Bonus Episode! Arena Men, as you know, we are always telling you that you need to be in your Bible daily. Reading and studying the Word of God is a must if you want to be a man functioning at Full Capacity. So we've dropped this bonus episode to introduce you to another tool you can add to your tool belt. This podcast is called The Chapter a Day Audio Bible. In it, Pastor John Stange reads a chapter of the Bible to you, with a prayer at the end. It's quick, easy, and great way to get your Bible in during your morning commute. No more excuses, guys -  if you don't have time to read your Bible in the morning, you definitely have time to listen to it!  Here's an example episode. Check it out. This bonus episode comes to you from John Stange and he is covering Genesis Chapter 1.  DesireJesus.com is a ministry of John Stange. If you’d like to say “thank you” for the content John is creating, click here to buy him a coffee. John is a follower of Jesus, husband to Andrea, and father to four great kids. He holds degrees in Bible, Education, and Counseling, is a certified speaker, trainer and coach with the John Maxwell Team, and serves as the Lead Pastor of Core Creek Community Church in Langhorne, PA.   John is an adjunct professor at Cairn University, where he teaches courses on church planting, theology, and counseling.  He also serves as the Director of the National Mission Board which is a ministry that is focused on church planting and church health. John hosts three podcasts, "The Chapter-A-Day Audio Bible," “Daily Devotions with Pastor John,” and "Dwell on These Things." At present, his shows have been downloaded over 7 million times by listeners throughout the world. All three podcasts can be freely accessed via your favorite podcast app or by clicking here. John's books are focused on spiritual growth, leadership, marriage and the practical and applicational aspects of following Jesus.  He recently signed with Penguin Random House to publish his latest book “Dwell on These Things” which is a 31-day-challenge to talk to yourself like God talks to you.

In this episode, Jim Ramos shares what it looks like to be a faithful man.  Guardrail #1 Never develop an emotional connection to another woman. Proverbs 29:3 and 5:3-4 Guardrail #2 Never be alone with a woman behind closed doors or alone in public. Proverbs 8:11-12 Guardrail #3 Never engage in negative talk about your marriage or wife with another woman. Proverbs 24:3 and 30:20 Guardrail #4 Never compliment a woman unless your wife is present or somehow woven into the compliment. Proverbs 17:24 Example: ―Your hair looks nice that color. My wife dyes her hair too but I love her no matter what color her hair is. Guardrail #5 Never have longstanding counseling relationships with another woman. Proverbs 2:16 and 14:8 Guardrail #6 Never make physical contact with a sensual area of another woman even if it’s just a hug. Proverbs 5:20 and 6:26 Example: Front hug as opposed to a side hug. Guardrail #7 Never make foul, rude, or sexual comments. Proverbs 10:23, 10:31, and 7:5 Guardrail #8 Never give a gift or card to another woman that is only from you. Proverbs 12:26 Example: Sign the gift or card from you and your wife, or from ―us‖. Guardrail #9 Never have non-business related communication with another woman (text, instant message, social media, phone calls, etc.) Proverbs 1:20 and 2:6 Guardrail #10 Never assume your wife is living by your standards. Be engaged. Proverbs 2:11-13, 4:5, and 5:1 Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

In this episode, Jim interviews Chad Gunderson, the producer of The Chosen. Chad explains why Jesus is portrayed the way he is in this series. The Jesus in The Chosen relates to the rest of humanity. He is a man that men want to follow. You will love this episode!   Chad Gundersen’s producing career began over 25 years ago while in college at the University of North Texas. While there, Chad co-founded Night & Day Films in 2000 and made numerous award-winning commercials, music videos, and short films.  Going out on his own in 2006, Chad started Gundersen Entertainment where he worked alongside studios like 20th Century Fox, Lionsgate, and Sony to produce multiple life-changing films. Some of his more notable projects include Like Dandelion Dust starring Academy Award Winner Mira Sorvino and Barry Pepper, The Trial starring Matthew Modine, Hoovey starring Patrick Warburton, and Lauren Holly, as well as the children’s animated series, Owlegories.  In 2015, along with producer Chris Juen, Chad started Out of Order Studios, where they have produced numerous TV shows, animated projects, and feature films, including the ground-breaking TV series, The Chosen. Boots on the Ground: Watch Season One of The Chosen Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

In this episode, Jim Ramos shares the three causes that are very important to us.  Missionaries Military (oversees active) Men in Underdeveloped Nations Strategic partnership: We believe in forming strategic partnerships with diverse, Christ-centered people, and organizations around the world, who will ultimately put Jesus on display. (Matthew 6:10, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 3:2-7, and Philippians 1:13-18)   By “diverse” we are not talking about America. We are talking on a global level. Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Gary Greeno is a pastor, motivational speaker, educator of 30+ years, author, and former basketball coach. His passion is to help people find and live out their purpose while living out the Godly legacy they truly want to leave. Today we will be discussing his book, The Legacy Game Plan: 4 Keys to Living Intentionally Jim and Gary discuss in detail the 4 Part Game Plan for Living Out A Godly Legacy.  First, Fortify Your Foundation by, Choose Christ Daily Keep The Past in The Past Get Around Godly People It’s a Slow Process Second, Feed Your Faith Third, Fix Your Focus Fourth, Finish Strong Boots on the Ground: Set a fitness goal this year with micro-goals. Join me in doing 65,000 pushups this year. Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast  

In this episode, Jim Ramos shares what we at Men in the Arena believe and why it is important. Christ-centered: We unapologetically trust Jesus Christ to protect, grow, and bless Men in the Arena. We will stand up, speak up, and show up for Jesus even to the point of ridicule, persecution, and death. (Luke 1:37, 1 Corinthians 3:7, 2 Timothy 3:12, and Hebrews 10:39) Biblically-based: We believe the Bible is the infallible word of God that provides moral absolutes. Everything we speak, write, or represent, will be Biblically accurate to the best of our abilities and interpretation of Scripture. (Psalm 119:9-10, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4:12, and 2 Peter 1:20-21) Strategic partnership: We believe in forming strategic partnerships with diverse, Christ-centered people, and organizations around the world, who will ultimately put Jesus on display. (Matthew 6:10, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 3:2-7, and Philippians 1:13-18) Organizational Integrity: We believe in impeccable organizational integrity. We will be transparent in our financial dealings, ministry reporting, and verbal interactions. (Job 27:5, Proverbs 10:9, Matthew 22:16, and 1 Timothy 3:1-6) Morally Pure:  We believe in living a life that glorifies Jesus, guards those we love, and protects the organization.(Proverbs 5:18-20, Acts 1:8, 1 Timothy 3:1-6, 2 Timothy 2:22, and Hebrews 13:4) Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast  

God wants to help you rid yourself of the things that slow you down. He wants to chisel and hone you into the creation he has intended you to be. Jim Ramos interview Chris Widener on his book, The Angel Inside. Chris Widener has been named one of the top 50 speakers in the world and is a member of the motivational speakers Hall of Fame. From his childhood filled with drama, 28 homes in 11 different schools being shipped afterward with relatives twice, to becoming one of the most well-known motivational speakers, Chris Widener will inspire you. He is the author of 22 books that have been translated into 14 languages. Boots on the Ground: Pray and ask God to show you who he wants you to become in 2022. When he reveals this to you, pick up the hammer and chisel and start chipping away at your life until you become that man.  Get Your Copy Now! of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast