Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Jim Ramos
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.
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.
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Oct 22, 2020 • 1h 8min
What is Positive Leadership? EP 390
Best Selling Author and Keynote Speaker Jon Gordon's best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. His principles have been put to the test by numerous Fortune 500 companies, professional and college sports teams, school districts, hospitals, and non-profits. He is the author of 15 books including 5 best-sellers: The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, You Win in the Locker Room First and The Power of Positive Leadership. Jon and his tips have been featured on The Today Show, CNN, CNBC, The Golf Channel, Fox and Friends and in numerous magazines and newspapers. His clients include The Los Angeles Dodgers, The Atlanta Falcons, Campbell Soup, Dell, Publix, Southwest Airlines, LA Clippers, Miami Heat, Pittsburgh Pirates, BB&T Bank, Clemson Football, Northwestern Mutual, Bayer, West Point Academy and more. Jon is a graduate of Cornell University and holds a Masters in Teaching from Emory University. He and his training/consulting company are passionate about developing positive leaders, organizations and teams. Connect with Jon on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Youtube. https://www.jongordon.com/ www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
Oct 19, 2020 • 10min
How do you bid on items in the MITA Auction? EP 389
This is how you bid on items. 1. Register on the Web. https://secure.qgiv.com/event/mitaauction/ 2. Download the GIVI App. 3. Enter Ticket # that was emailed to you. 4. Enter Payment Info. 5. Start Bidding. OR 1. Download the GIVI App. on your phone. 2. Register 3. Search for Men in the Arena GIVI through the App. 4. Start Bidding.
Oct 15, 2020 • 1h 2min
Help for Fathers of Athletic Children EP 388
Pat Combs spent 8 years playing professional baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies (1st Round selection, 1988) and Milwaukee Brewers. As a collegiate athlete, Pat represented his country as a baseball player for Team USA. Pat was an All-American and Academic All-American at Baylor University, where he was later inducted into the Baylor Athletic Hall of Fame. Currently, Pat is a behavioral analytics consultant for numerous professional athletes, MLB & NFL teams, and corporate leaders. He is also the Chairman of Combs Capital Partners, a wealth management firm. He's a broadcast color analyst for Fox Sports college baseball and serves on multiple corporate and non-profit boards. He and his wife, Christina, have 3 sons: Carson, Conner & Casey and a daughter-in-law, Sarah Rose. Pat continues to mentor & coach young men through select summer baseball leagues and at his church in Southlake, Texas. More Than The Score: How Parents and Coaches Can Cultivate Virtue in Youth Athletes Boots on the Ground The Flip Flippin. Ask your wife to rank your marriage 1-10, And Go tell it to one of your bros who you trust and has the guts to call you out. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
Oct 12, 2020 • 14min
Assessing your best version of a man Part 3 EP 387
How does a man measure if he is actually his best version? Well we have thought about this and came up with a method to do just that. Listen to this 3 part series on Assessing your best version of a man to see what is coming your way real soon. The BVOM will be a great tool for all men! These are attributes 11-20 That a man should be or do. Tactful Peacemaker Gentle Generous Leader Respected Goodness Fair Devout Disciplined www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
Oct 8, 2020 • 1h 3min
What does intergenerational, masculine, discipleship look like? EP 386
Scott Haima's life work has been intergenerational, masculine, discipleship. This passion was developed as early as age 10 when his Dad started a Royal Rangers Outpost in Trenton, Michigan. Scott was very active in this until 1999, when he became active in Christian Service Brigade (CSB). Professionally Scott took a few paths before full-time ministry. He served in the United States Air Force. A second path led to finance positions at Price Waterhouse-Coopers, Buffalo Sabres, and Merchants Insurance Group. In 1999, a third path developed. He was asked to serve on the Board of Directors for CSB Ministries in 2009 then felt the call to accept the full-time position of Regional in 2010. In 2015 Scott was selected as President of CSB Ministries. Scott has three sons and one daughter. Still active at his local church, speaks regularly at men's breakfasts, events, and Iron Sharpens Iron men's conferences, and is working on becoming an Adirondack 46er. It is his fervent prayer to see godly men take responsibility to serve, lead, and disciple each generation. https://www.facebook.com/CSBMinistries Boots on the Ground Challenge you to get into an accountability group of 2-5 other guys.
Oct 5, 2020 • 14min
Assessing your best version of a man Part 2 EP 385
How does a man measure if he is actually his best version? Well we have thought about this and came up with a method to do just that. Listen to this 3 part series on Assessing your best version of a man to see what is coming your way real soon. The BVOM will be a great tool for all men! Servant Fidelity Reputable Hospitable Balanced Prudent Teacher Moderation Selfless Patient www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
Oct 2, 2020 • 55min
What to do when a mountain lion attacks EP 384
Josh Cowger is a husband, father, hunter, and the owner of Cowger Electric, a small electrical shop based in Newberg Oregon. He has 2 sons ages 8 and 10. His hobbies include hunting, Brazilian jiujitsu, coaching youth sports, and photography. He has been a self-employed for 8 years and an electrician for 16. Josh's wife would describe him as someone who doesn't need another hobby, but he wouldn't always describe himself as someone who always had hobbies. Things changed for Josh in 2015, he had testicular cancer, and that gave him a perspective change. Josh was 35, he had a list of things that were interests, things that he always said he would do when he got in better shape, and had more time. Then Josh realized that he had been saying the same thing since he was 24. So, he made a change. In this episode Josh shares about the time a cougar changed his life. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
Sep 28, 2020 • 11min
Assessing your best version of a man EP 383
How does a man measure if he is actually his best version? Well we have thought about this and came up with a method to do just that. Listen to this 3 part series on Assessing your best version of a man to see what is coming your way real soon. The BVOM will be a great tool for all men! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
Sep 24, 2020 • 59min
Going from bondage to freedom w/Rick Aldred EP 382
Rick Aldred was born in Springfield, MO, and he graduated from Missouri State University. In 2010, he received his commission as a 2LT in the US Army. Rick spent the next 8 years on active duty, deploying to Iraq, Afghanistan, as well as numerous training exercises in Europe. During his time in Europe, Rick began a series of emotional and physical affairs with multiple women. He eventually confessed his sin to his wife in October of 2016, 1 month after their first "miracle" baby was born. Rick was given the ultimatum to leave the military or his wife was going to leave. This began a long road of recovery and reconciliation, and, through it all, Rick discovered a desire to help others through his own brokenness. He will graduate from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in May of 2021 with his M.A. in Counseling. Boots on the Ground Give your wife full access to your devices. Be transparent about all areas of your life. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us
Sep 21, 2020 • 13min
5 things to tech proof your home EP 381
Technology was made to help us but it can also hinder our families and especially our kids. In this episode we will give you 5 tools to help you tech proof your home and help your kids to thrive. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.
