
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

Feb 12, 2021 • 1h 1min
How to Deal With a Crisis? w/ Clair Hoover EP 417
In this episode we interview Clair Hoover with NCMM, National Coalition of Ministries to Men. Clair shares about that gut shot that every man gets. Are you ready for the gut shot when it comes? Because it will come. Clair is a business owner specializing in commercial real estate development and management and has a calling to challenge and encourage men as Christ followers. Clair has a background in the marketplace with an emphasis in Accounting and Information Technologies and a degree from Millersville University. For the past 14 years, he has also led the Men’s Ministry Leadership team at his home church and has had the opportunity to minister to and encourage over 10,000 men. Clair is currently serving as the Executive Director for the National Coalition of Ministries to Men. Clair has a passion for encouraging men at all points in their journey to become all God designed them to be. Clair and his bride Bonnie reside with their two sons in Manheim, Pennsylvania. “Boots on the Ground” What’s next? What action step will you take because of today? What will you do because of what you heard? Here it is. Guys if you are not involved with at least another guy in a Bible Study you have been gut shot already. Get plugged in and join or start one. 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

Feb 9, 2021 • 11min
Do you want a more fulfilled life? EP 416
A more fulfilled life comes with having a mentor/ confidant. Where do you find this guy? Why do so many guys lack this person in their life? We would love to hear from you on this. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Feb 4, 2021 • 48min
The Two Most Important Questions a Man Needs To Answer EP 415
Have you ever been asked what your mission in life is? What are you here for? Or do you have a vision for your life? Guys we have to answer these questions. You knowing this will help you to live your life with direction. It is a tragedy to live your life aimless, with no vision. Don't be that guy. Live out your purpose. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Feb 1, 2021 • 14min
Evaluating Your Progress With Your Goals You Set for the Year EP 414
How are you goals coming along that you set for the year. Jim shares some things that have worked for him in the past when it comes to achieving his goals in hopes that they will help you on your journey. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Jan 29, 2021 • 57min
Man on a Mission w/Dan Meers EP 413
Dan Meers is a man on a mission. Living his life to brighten the day of others is what he is committed to. Being a mascot for Jesus is a big deal to Dan! Dan Meers has been KC Wolf, the mascot of the Kansas City Chiefs, for more than 30 years. In 2006 he was selected as the first NFL mascot inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame. Dan travels throughout the United States and the world entertaining thousands of people both in and out of costume. He has performed in over 30 states and ten different countries. He is in high demand not only as a mascot but also as a humorous and motivational speaker to audiences of all ages. His enthusiasm, optimism and love for life are contagious and make Dan an inspiration to all those he meets. Be it young or old, executive or blue collar, his audiences walk away with a smile and a renewed spirit to live life to the fullest. Whether you’re a Kansas City Chiefs fan or not, you’ll enjoy Dan Meers as he shares his unique wit and wisdom about life. Wolves Can’t Fly – Faith, Family and Fur Mascot on a Mission – Living a Life of Influence www.danmeers.org Tyranny of the Urgent by Charles Hummel Boots on the Ground: Men, get Into a group now. You need to be in some sort of group with other men. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Jan 25, 2021 • 12min
How do you know you love money more than God? EP 412
We all worship something, and the way we spend our money and resources shows what we love and worship. Are you a generous person, giving to kingdom causes? Or are you building wealth for your comfort? What does the way you spend and invest in say where your heart is? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Jan 22, 2021 • 1h 2min
What can make your life and marriage more fulfilling? EP 411
Tom Wilson has been in ministry for over 50 years. 30 plus years with Young Life. The last 15 he has been working with National Young Life, mentoring and leading “leaders”, Tom spent 10 years as CEO of Leadership Network------ working with the top innovative churches in the country, and CEO of Halftime with Bob Buford. Bob wrote the book “Halftime, help men move from Success to Significance. During those 10 years, Tom had the opportunity to help coach men who wanted to do something “that mattered” during their second half of life. During this time, he has taught Men’s Fraternity for five years with several hundred men. Now Tom is the CEO of BetterMan, helping build this new ministry and rolling out the new curriculum that Robert Lewis wrote. In this episode you will learn what can make your life more fulfilled. What will help you be a better husband and father as well. https://betterman.com Boots on the Ground: Get a confidant. Get an older guy in your life that you can confide in. Who will walk with you. Who will meet with you once a week to help you become your best version. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Jan 19, 2021 • 14min
Stupid or Smart- Evaluating your New Years goals EP 410
Are your goals SMART? Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time Sensitive In order to reach your goals these are very important things to consider. Link to Jim’s Message https://meninthearena.org/sermons www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Jan 15, 2021 • 1h 18min
The Master Plan of Evangelism and Discipleship EP 409
Scotty Kessler is the Director of The Robert Coleman School of Discipleship and The Wes Neal School Of Sports Ministry at Faith International University and Seminary in Tacoma (WA) (https://faithseminary.edu/) where he is also an adjunct professor in both programs. Scotty is also a consultant on initiatives related to advancing the Kingdom of God through prayer, discipleship and the integration of sport and faith. He has over 35 years of Head and Assistant Football Coaching and Consulting experience, having coached primarily at the college level with stops in Illinois, Tennessee, Texas, California, Florida and Washington State. Scotty received a Doctor of Humane Letters (honoris causa) from Faith International University and Seminary for his body of work and intensive approach to leadership and character development, spanning over three decades, equipping (discipling) men who disciple other men He lives in Omaha (NE) with his wife Tammy and daughter Rylee. Additionally, he has two adult sons, Taylor and Reid Roelofs Scotty has written multiple documents on making disciples, prayer and the integration of sport and faith, including YouTube seminary/university video course content/teachings of the previous subjects on the website - https://scottykessler.com/ Boots on the Ground: Find a FATC guy. And Start discipling him. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us

Jan 13, 2021 • 13min
2020 Men in the Arena Year in Review EP 408
God has done some amazing things in and through the ministries of Men in the Arena. We are beyond excited about what He has accomplished and what we know He will do in 2021. Listen to what is ahead for all of us in The Arena! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us