Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Are you a Good Guy or a Nice Guy? Jim shares about something he has been challenged with in living out his faith. This one habit he has started to form has the potential to change him, his family and those he comes in contact with. We hope this episode challenges you to add this one thing into your life and see how it changes your world around you.  "You are either a missionary or a mission field."- Shanna Ramos www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Eric Boles is the CEO and Founder of The Game Changers, Inc., a noted global expert in talent development and peak performance. Eric greatest impact and focus is on people. His perspectives on managing and leading change, transforming culture and overcoming complacency are laced with practical tools and principles that can be applied to a man’s personal life. Eric learned many of his principles of peak performance, team dynamics and leadership from his experience as a Wide Receiver with the National Football League. . Eric is the author of a book entitled “Moving to Great...Unleashing Your Best in Life and Work.”  Which is our focus of today’s episode. Boots on the Ground  Write down each of the questions in the 4 quarters and answer them honestly and Ask your wife if you were honest Who Am I? How Did I get Here?  Where Am I Going?  How Do I Get There?  Thegamechangersinc.com Ericboles.com  This Episode on Youtube www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Ramos shares his method of reads books, how he gets the most out of the book and when to put a book down when it does not speak to you. This podcast is packed with practical ways to get the most out of a book.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

If you are a dad you need to listen to this episode! Your kids probably already have an addiction to something and you may not even realize it! Brad Huddleston is an internationally respected speaker, consultant, teacher and author on the important issues such as technology and culture. He has worked with universities, schools, churches and law enforcement, and spoken to hundreds of thousands around the world on both the advantages of well-used technology tools and the dangers of the growing trend toward technology addiction. Brad has an on-going collaboration with the Bureau of Market Research (BMR) and its Neuroscience Division at the University of South Africa. Brad has a degree in Computer Science and a Diploma of Biblical Studies and is a credentialed minister in the Acts 2 Alliance (A2A) movement in Australia. He's also a frequent guest on radio and television and author of Digital Cocaine: A Journey Toward iBalance and The Dark Side of Technology: Restoring Balance in the Digital Age. Brad and his wife, Beth, live in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley in Virginia (USA). Covenant Eyes Link www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

There are plenty of good habits that men in the stress bubble should have. Here is one that we believe you need to have to stay sharp and to lead well. Remember, "Leaders are Learners". www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

This Equipping Episode is taken from Jim's newest book, STRONG MEN DANGEROUS TIMES, Five Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World. This chapter is Tip of the Spear, Lead by Example.  Guys, are you at least doing something to lead?  “You have to go out. You don’t have to come back.” ~Unofficial Coast Guard motto www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Whitmore shares about his "unique" relationship with his father and how he was still able to honor him. His father was married 15 times, and walked out of Death Row in the State Texas! His story should challenge all men in the area of honoring our parents.   Jim Whitmore has worked at FamilyLife for 23 years and currently serves as the Event Producer for FamilyLife events, like the Love Like You Mean it Marriage Cruise, FamilyLife Donor Events, Blended and Blessed, and the Summit on Stepfamilies Livestream. Jim currently serve as the President of the National Coalition of Ministries to Men, leading the Men's ministry at his church.  He is passionate about reaching young men to experience God in a real, personal and practical way.   The Tribute and the Promise Boots on the Ground: Write a tribute letter to your dad. And share it with us. Tribute (Blessing) Letter From NCMM President Jim Whitmore to His Father Edited: May 27, 2021   Dad, you never let me tell you how much I appreciate you and need you in my life. I guess it's your tough outer skin that hides on the softest hearts I have ever known.  So, in the presence of my friends and family I would like to take the time to honor you publicly and to thank you. I am so very glad that I didn’t have the typical father; I don’t know that I would have become the man that I am.   You were no Ward Cleaver that’s for sure. But I know that no father could love a son more than you did.  Ever since I can remember you have told me you love me more than life itself and I have never doubted that. So much of who I am is because of the experience you gave me. I took the best of your qualities and made them a part of who I am and learned from your mistakes, and there were plenty of them as well. We don’t always see eye to eye, but you have at least respected my values and beliefs even when they clashed with yours. I can never express my gratitude for the experiences you have given me. You showed me the world through your eyes, our trips around the world expanded my horizons. You always wanted me to see the real side of life but more important than that, you wanted me to experience them. You have never sugar coated or hid the truth and for that I am eternally grateful. So many of my greatest gifts have come from you. You gave me the gift of speech, the ability to be comfortable in any environment, and the confidence to look any man in the eye and consider him my equal. You have taught me to fear no one, except God. You weren’t the model Dad, but you were my friend. I always knew that I could tell you the truth about anything and you loved me with all your heart. You gave me a liberal education and made me student of life. What a precious gift. I confess before my friends and family you were the perfect father for me, you were my greatest fan, confidant, and supporter. You loved me and always affirmed me. Dad I love you. I accept you for who you are and thanks for always being there and giving me more than a last name and I will always be there for you. 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

This equipping episode is inspired by our interview with Michelle Watson Canfield. This is the T.A.L.K. method to use with your daughter.  Time: Carve It Out Affection: She Will Get It Somewhere Listen: Your Greatest Gift Kindness: If It is Broken, DON’T Fix It www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast  

Kenneth Joyner is the director and co-founder of Boys With A Purpose, a nonprofit After-school Mentoring Organization for young boys. The organization has been serving the Charleston, South Carolina area since 2016. Growing  up without his father sparked a passion to help young men develop their gifts and to ultimately find their life’s purpose. The passion started in 1998 when he led a youth group at his church in Baltimore, Md. Boys to Men was the beginning of a lifelong mission to help build and develop strong young men. In 2016 this journey led him to Memminger Elementary School where he helped to start the organization he now runs.  Kenneth structured his book Without A Father: From Fear To Faith, around twenty core principles of being a father figure, which isn’t necessarily about being the biological father (although it can be), but it’s about playing the role of a father figure. These principles will be called W.O.W for Words of Wisdom.  W.O.W #9 Love Beyond Your Pain. W.O.W #10 Don’t Worship Money. W.O.W #11 Transform Your Thinking. W.O.W #12 Be Responsible. W.O.W #13 Be Present. W.O.W #14 Finish What You Start. W.O.W #15 Failure Produces Success W.O.W #16 Do you - Discover Your Purpose. W.O.W #17 Know and Develop Your Self-Worth.    W.O.W #18 Walk by Faith.   W.O.W #19 Play Until You Win.    W.O.W #20 Leave a Legacy.   W.O.W #21 Live in Truth and Obedience.    Boots on the Ground: Get the Book and Get the Equipping Blast https://www.boyswithapurposesc.org    www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Inspired by our interview with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: What are 5 things a dad whisperer does?   #1 HE LIKES HIS DAUGHTERS AND ENJOYS BEING WITH THEM #2 HE LETS THEM LEAP, LAUGH AND LOVE BEACUSE HE LETS THEM BE WHO THEY ARE #3 HE LISTENS TO HIS DAUGHTER #4 HE SETS LIMITS #5 HIS DAUGHTERS FOLLOW HIS LEAD IN HONORING HIS FAITH IN JESUS www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast