Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

The summit is PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY because it is apex of masculinity It is the summit of manhood. PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY HOSPITABLE (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:8) I come alive when I can bless someone with a gift or help them in a time of need. I love to make people feel welcome. GENEROUS (1 Timothy 3:3 and Titus 1:7) I give at least 10% my income to the causes I care about. I am known as a generous man. GOOD (Titus 1:8) I long for the things that please God. I do not allow anything into my mind that would hinder me from becoming God's best version of me. DEVOUT (Titus 1:8) I strive to find victory in my life over sin. My life looks different than those who do not follow Christ. www.bvoam.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Thane Marcus Ringler is a former professional golfer turned speaker, writer, and development coach living in Denver, CO with his wife Evan. Thane is the host of The Up & Comers Show, a podcast all about the process of becoming and living with intentionality, while sharing stories from other inspiring up and comers along the way. Today we are talking about his short ebook called, Catalysts For Hope: Unlocking Energy, Optimism, And Your Full Potential, which is today's topic for the show. thanemarcus.com Boots on the Ground Hit Thane up on his website. And go listen to EP 415 The Two Most Important Questions a Man Needs To Answer, and Jim will help you craft your own purpose statement. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Fighting Apathy - FAITHFUL (1 Timothy 3:2) 1. I follow strict moral boundaries to ensure my fidelity. 2. My wife would say that I consider her the most important person to me. MODERATE (1 Timothy 3:3; Titus 1:7) 1. There is no food, drink, or foreign substance that has mastery over me. 2. I am not overweight for my age, body type, and height. PEACEMAKER (1 Timothy 3:3) 1. People tell me that I am a team player who works well with others. 2. When I have a problem with someone, I go to them instead of ignoring it. DISCIPLINED (1 Timothy 3:6) 1. I exercise at least 3-4 times a week. 2. I do not engage in gossip or negative talk. www.bvoam.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Joe Rigney is assistant professor of theology and literature at Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is also a pastor at Cities Church in St. Paul and the author of: 5 Books including our book for today— More Than a Battle: How to Experience Victory, Freedom, and Healing from Lust. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife and three sons. Boots on the Ground: Women, have a conversation without being threatened about lust with your husband. Men, get into a group of men who will push you because they want you to win. www.bvoam.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

PROTECTING INTEGRITY A. RESPECTED (1 Timothy 3:2) I have been told that I am a role model. I am known as a man of my word. B. PATIENT (Titus 1:7) Those closest to me would say I am a great listener. I model thinking before speaking. C. GENTLE (1 Timothy 3:3) I am careful not to inflict guilt or shame upon someone when they make a mistake. I am sensitive to the feelings of others. D. FAIR (Titus 1:8) I judge a person by their character more than their color, religion, appearance. I am known as a someone who is fair. www.bvoam.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Greg Stoughton was born with ectrodactyly, a rare genetic condition causing him to miss a few fingers and toes at birth, with some of those have being fused. Yet, Greg is an overcomer! Greg Stoughton has served in full time ministry for over three decades with Cru—formerly Campus Crusade for Christ—with Athletes in Action. Throughout Greg's 30-years in ministry, a passion to reach and equip men is evidenced in many roles. Greg authored a book about his faith and life journey, Born Wrong, Made Right: Thinking Differently to Unleash Your Potential. It's our focus of today's conversation. greg.stoughton@cru.org Boots on the Ground: Take a piece of pare and draw a straight line and make a timeline of your life thus far. Write down you highlights and lowlights. Then identify where God was in your life. www.bvoam.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Ramos Reveals his Life Work that we believe will be live changing for 1000's of men around the world. With the help of God's word Jim helps men to identify what a godly man looks like and for men to identify where they are at on their journey. www.bvoam.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Did you know that more and more families have a step situation in them today. In this Podcast Ron Deal helps dads win in step parenting through the day to day conflicts that arise. Ron L. Deal is one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. He is founder of Smart Stepfamilies, Director of FamilyLife Blended, the author of over a dozen books and video resources on stepfamily living including the Smart Stepdad which we will be talking about today. His podcast FamilyLife Blended with Ron Deal and his one-minute radio feature are heard around the world and his work has been quoted/referenced by multiple news outlets such as the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNBC.com, and USA Today. smartstepfamilies.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

1 Corinthians 13:11 When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. When we step into manhood we think Her first. When we act like a male AKA, a boy we think of ourselves first. If you want to have more satisfaction in the arena of sex, then put her first. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

This is a special episode with Jim and Shanna Ramos, and Dr's Paul and Virginia Friesen. You do not want to miss this one! Dr's. Paul and Virginia Friesen have been involved in Family Ministries for more than 40 years through family camps, church staff positions, speaking, consulting, and writing. In 2003, they founded Home Improvement Ministries (www.HIMweb.org), a non-profit organization dedicated to equipping individuals and churches to better encourage marriages and families in living out God's design for healthy relationships. As the lead resource couple at Home Improvement Ministries, the Friesen's regularly speak at marriage, men's, and women's conferences in the US and internationally, as well as local family and parenting seminars, and have an ongoing ministry with professional athletes. Paul and Virginia both have Doctorates in Marriage and Family Therapy from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Between them they have authored more than fifteen books and curriculums on parenting and marriage, including Letters to My Daughters, In Our Image, Raising a Trailblazer, Before You Save the Date, The Marriage App, and most recently, Lovin' Your Wife Like Christ When You Ain't No Jesus. Paul and Virginia were married in 1976 and are the parents of three young adult women, two of whom are now married to wonderful, Godly men. Their middle daughter is living fully for Christ as a single woman and trusting God for His best. Paul and Virginia's greatest joy in life is knowing that their children are "walking in the truth." The Marriage App is available to you for 50% off during the month of March with code: Arena at check out. Boots on the Ground Sit down with your wife and ask each other for forgiveness. Also, take notes on these applications and do them. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum