Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Being on this planet is not about just surviving, it's about thriving. Life is an adventure that is meant to be lived above mediocrity. Seth Barnes, Founder and CEO Seth founded Adventures in Missions in 1989. In the years since, the organization has provided opportunities for more than 110,000 people to participate in mission trips all over the globe. Outside of his work as CEO, Seth is a speaker, author, and prolific blogger. His blog, Radical Living, can be found at www.sethbarnes.com. Seth and his wife, Karen, have five children and two grandchildren and live near Gainesville, Georgia. https://www.worldrace.org  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

In this Equipping in Ten we dive into what your phone says about who is important to you. When your wife looks at your phone what does she see? Who is the most important person on the planet to you? Is your wife your lock screen home screen picture? www.mancardpodcast.com  

Someone once said the only difference between a rut and a grave is the size of the hole. But what they didn't say is how you get out of the rut when you find yourself in it. Join us with Rex Tignor the founder of Man Up Ministries as we discuss this rut concept. His heart and passion is helping men unlock their God-given potential and helping churches build an effective ministry for men. Rex is the author of Living Out of the Rut, Boot Camp for Men, Just Show UP!, and co-author of Be Intentional: Devotional Conversation Starters for Men. While serving as eastern director for People Matter Ministries, he co-authored Why Minister to Men with Dr. Dan Erickson. Rex is a former member of the leadership team and Men’s Ministry training director for the Washington Area Coalition of Men’s Ministries (WACMM). And also served as Men’s Ministry director for Redemption Ministries for the state of Virginia, which assisted more than 70 churches. http://manupministries.net 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

When your buddies think of your wife what picture do they have of her from how you paint her? Is she a rock star or a nag. How you frame your wife is so important! What does that even mean? Join us in this Equipping in Ten. www.mancardpodcast.com 

What does it mean to be magnum? What kind of life is this? With Troy Mangum. Founder of the Kindling Fire podcast.   http://thekindlingfire.com http://thekindlingfire.com/blog http://thekindlingfire.com/podcast http://troyandkathy.com  www.mancardpodcast.com 

In this Equipping in Ten we look at affirming our wives brokeness. We are all broken and bring our brokenness into our relationships. You will see her flourish when you discover and affirm her brokeness www.mancardpodcast.com 

Building and sustaining the best version of your marriage is possible. If you were to rank your marriage 1-10 what would it be? What would your wife say it is? Like most of us, you probably need to do some work. Don Minter gives us tools to achieve a better version of our marriage. Don has pastored and taught (Nazarene Bible College) during the last 32 years. He and Laura have shared a casual approach to life and ministry during each of the rewarding adventures that God has provided during that time. Their adventuress spirits remain open to the vast array of opportunities life provides. The journey continues... 31 Day to Paradise   www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Do the Work is a mentality of getting up each day and giving it your best. In your home and in the work-place. Don't live the entitled life. www.mancardpodcast.com  

What does a man's man look like and what kind of church would attract that man? We think Glen Dry has nailed it.  Glen Dry, is the Founder and President of Experience Excellence ( Man to Man Ministries, The Family Outdoor Expo, RezFest and LegacyHunts ) Steward of Son Valley Ranch purchased in 2015 Lead Pastor and Founder of the Sportsman’s Church which launched February 3, 2013 – www.sportsmanschurch.com Contributing Writer for the Sportsman Devotional.com Author of Men’s Bible Studies and Accountability Resources Current Board Advisor to Perpetual Help Home Current Board Member at The Vine School Former Board Member of the National Coalition of Ministries to Men Hunting, Fishing, and the Outdoors are a top 5 priority for Team Dry

On December 22, 2009, the "STRIKE" Brigade received orders to spearhead the new surge of forces into the southern region of Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The 2nd Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 101st Airborne Division, Air Assault - Combined Task Force (CTF) STRIKE deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) X-XI from 10 May 2010 to 30 May 2011, as the main effort brigade of the President's "surge" force in Afghanistan. CTF STRIKE conducted a comprehensive counterinsurgency strategy in Arghandab, Zharay, Maiwand, and Panjwai'i Districts, Kandahar Province, to defeat the insurgency and improve the security situation in the "militant birthplace of the Taliban." CTF STRIKE simultaneously developed and enabled the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF) and district governance to assume control in the region. During the year-long deployment in Southern Afghanistan, STRIKE defeated the Taliban in these critical districts and established over 29 combined Coalition and ANSF bases in Taliban contested areas. Combined Task Force STRIKE extended governance into previously inaccessible areas establishing district administration, health and educational services, and providing the people of Kandahar Province a voice in their government. During the deployment, Combined Task Force STRIKE effectively reduced violence along major civilian supply routes by attacking the insurgency deep in historic enemy-held terrain. STRIKE's use of persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance platforms prevented the reemergence of the Taliban in the critical terrain. The actions of CTF STRIKE resulted in the significant reduction of Taliban influence where hostile activity the area of operations dropped significantly and allowed for greater engagement of the population by ANSF and local government leaders. Success in Kandahar Province provided the Afghan people the choice to support the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the opportunity for peace and prosperity in the future.   CTF STRIKE's deployment in Afghanistan saw the award of a Distinguished Service Cross, 5 Silver Stars, 38 Bronze Star Medals with Valor, 111 Army Commendation Medals with Valor, and 491 Purple Hearts. CTF STRIKE executed more than 7 major operations during which 65 STRIKE Soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice. In recognition of their efforts under extreme combat situations, the STRIKE Brigade Combat Team was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation (PUC) for OPERATION DRAGON STRIKE and operations in Kandahar, as well as a Valorous Unit Award for the deployment. 1st Battalion, 502d Infantry Battalion, Combined Task Force TALON, received the Valorous Unit Award for their actions to remove hardened Taliban fighters and supporters in eastern Zharay District from September to November 2010. "I am a STRIKE Soldier: I fight where told, and win where I fight!" www.campdownrange.org