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.
Episodes
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Feb 1, 2019 • 1h 2min
213. Finding Balance in the midst of the busyness
Life in the Arena (AKA the Bubble) is hectic. It can be exhausting at times with no end in sight. Are you stressed out? Has the busyness of life knocked you off kilter? How do we get a win over busyness and find elusive balance? Today's show will help you win in the Arena. Join us with the founder of Bowtech Archery and serial entrepreneur John Strasheim as he shares his wisdom, experiences, and regrets of being a tremendously successful businessman. Boots on the Ground Moment this week is to do something BIG in 2019 and tell us about it.
Jan 29, 2019 • 14min
212. When to use force to defend the weak and powerless
Should we be passive as Christian men or are we called to step in and defend the weak? What are you doing to defend the weak and powerless? www.meninthearena.org
Jan 25, 2019 • 1h 2min
211. Unleash yourself on this world by finding victory from past wounds
Much of what hinders us as men, is our inability to live as FREE MEN. We carry the scars, and wounds of our past. Things like unforgiveness, being violated or watching a loved one suffer, slows us down in our journey to manliness. Our brokenness often comes from a father or authority figure that disappointed us, which not only increases our load in life. But hinders our view of God as a loving Father and renders us less effective in the Arena. Tim Spykstra- Pastor and President of Oceans Ministries. Boots on the Ground Moment: Write a blessing letter to your father or a man who has been a father to you. https://oceansministries.org www.meninthearena.org
Jan 22, 2019 • 12min
210. Choose the Strenuous Life Over Comfort and Ease
It's easy to sign up for the comfortable life. We were created for the strenuous life, where we strive for greatness and climb the mountains of adversity. This new year how will you choose the strenuous life and reject the passive comfortable life? www.meninthearena.org
Jan 18, 2019 • 10min
209. Gillette and Toxic Masculinity
What is the difference between being a man and a boy? Can you be a man and also, posses the attributes of toxic masculinity? In this episode, we weigh in on the commercial from Gillette. www.meninthearena.org
Jan 15, 2019 • 56min
208. The Man Card, 5 Characteristics Separating Men from Boys
Is there really a Man Card? How do we define Manhood? In this episode, we address the confusing topic of Manhood. The world can cause us to think that Manhood is achieved by age, strength, gender, or financial status. We disagree with these things. We are sure you will enjoy this episode. The Boots on the Ground Moment: Get your copy of The Man Card, Five Characteristics Separating Men from Boys www.meninthearena.org
Jan 11, 2019 • 1h 11min
207. Who's got your back? How far will you go for your friends?
Men have problems building friendships sometimes. It is so important that you find a cultivate real friendships in your life. Who has your back? Who will be there for you when life gets tough? Justin & Patrick Born just over 36 hours apart, Justin & Patrick are life-long friends with a rich, deep relationship that spans beyond 40 years. They travel together, live life together through its ups and downs, and most importantly, will do anything for each other. I'll Push You is a story of friendship and love, a story of hope and sacrifice, a story that explores the raw, deep human condition and the connections we all long for. The Camino de Santiago serves as a backdrop to the lives of Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray. I'll Push You provides insight into what it means to live for one another, what it means to overcome limitations, and what it means to push one another toward who we each long to be. At first glance, this story appears to be an adventure tackling a physical challenge in order to fulfill the dream of a man who lives life from a wheelchair. The reality of I'll Push You is there are many ways we can push one another. Justin's perspective on life and the way in which he lives it pushes Patrick beyond his fears and doubts. Join us as we discover what it means to let go of safety and what it means to rest completely in faith.
Jan 7, 2019 • 11min
206. The Most Important Parenting Questions
How much do you know about your kids? Do you lecture or listen? What is on their hearts? What do they struggle with? In this Equipping in Ten, episode we will look at the most important questions that parents should ask.
Dec 20, 2018 • 45min
205. Fat to Fit and Blind
Listen to the amazing story of Brian Trent who lost over 300lbs after his obesity led to him losing his eyesight. In this episode, we get a glimpse into his amazing journey. www.meninthearena.org
Dec 17, 2018 • 14min
204. A Good Dad's Best Play
Good dad's do certain things that are key in connecting with their kids. How well are you doing in these areas? What do you need to commit to today? www.mancardpodcast.com
