Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

We believe that too many men these days lack Grit. If things get hard some males bail. If the "Feeling" of love dwindles they bail. "Men are made for pressure" - Brian Doyle In this episode we challenge men to have Grit. Boots on the Ground If you are lacking Grit, get around Men who will challenge you to be a man of Grit. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

In this episode Jim shares about those areas in our lives that we may need to build some grit into. For some it may be our diet. For some it might be purity or thought life. Only you know what that is for you. Jim wants to encourage you to build some grit where you may be lacking. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Gary Chapman has a passion for helping people form lasting relationships. He is known around the world as a marriage counselor, director of marriage seminars, and his nationally-syndicated radio programs air nationally on Moody Radio Network and over 400 affiliate stations. He has authored many books including Five Love Languages that has sold over 12 MILLION copies. He is also the co-author of CHOOSE GREATNESS: 11 Wise decisions that Brave Young Men Make Quotes: -"Our definition of a "great life" is taking what you have and using it to enrich the lives of others." -"However, you will only reach your full potential if you choose greatness". -"We are now looking back on our own lives and realize that many of our most important decisions were made when we were teenagers." -"Life was never meant to be lived alone. As young men, we need the wisdom of our fathers and mothers. Otherwise, we may make decisions based solely upon our feelings rather than upon facts." -"It Is not a sign of weakness to seek help. It is a sign of strength" -"But what else is involved in respecting women, and why should we?" -"We want you to be a man who respects all women in public and in private." - "In every generation there are young men who grow up to make the world a better place, and others who leave behind a trail of pain because of their poor decisions" Choose Greatness "Let's get our 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! Compare the 5 Love Languages and discover which on matches. Your wife the best. Take the test. www.5lovelanguages.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

During uncertain times we may find ourselves scared or fearful. Jim Ramos shares what our response to fear should look like. What has caused you fear recently and where is your focus? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Robert Lewis - Founder, BetterMan Few have had as significant an impact on discipling men in the past forty years than Robert Lewis. As a pastor, speaker, and author, Robert's passion for leading men to grow in biblical manhood led him to produce the Men's Fraternity film series in 1995. This three-year men's curriculum quickly spread into churches, businesses, colleges, and even correctional facilities across the United States and later to over 20 countries. Today, Men's Fraternity and its follow up series, 33, have impacted millions of men worldwide. Author of numerous books including best selling The Church of Irresistible Influence, Raising a Modern-Day Knight, and Rocking the Roles: Building a Win-Win Marriage, Robert is known for helping men build their lives on practical biblical truth that gets real-life results. Now, in authoring the "BetterMan" curriculum, Robert offers a new way for men, especially younger men, to get their hands around God's timeless design for authentic manhood. "Without a vision men turn toxic!" Boots on the Ground Get involved with some virtual men's group. Betterman.com or Men in the Arena. And, Get involved in your churches men's ministry. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

This episode is from our Covid-19 series which we have been producing Live on Facebook each day at 4pm PST. To find all of these video messages follow this link. With all the distractions in this world what is causing you not to focus on Jesus so you can find your joy and peace? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Chad Hennings joins us and shares about his service to our country flying the A10 Thunderbolt in combat to playing in the NFL and winning 3 Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys, to starting Wingmen ministries and being a part of Promise Keepers. Boots on the Ground Get into some kind of virtual group. Find some sort of online men's small group. Let us know if you need help. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

In this episode Jim shares some practical advice from scripture on staying CALM in the midst of the storms of life. Especially in the midst of Covid-19. What does it look like to stay CALM? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Paul Cole shares from his book Just a Bartender, Unexpected People Change Their World. Paul Louis Cole is President of the Christian Men's Network Worldwide and Founding Pastor of C3 Church in Dallas, Texas. CMN is active in 138 nations, connecting over 86,000 leaders. Paul is married to Judi Cole, a wonderful leader and talented designer. Paul writes, speaks and travels extensively encouraging and advancing the men's movement around the world. He and Judi started Hope C3 Church in 1999 and in 2011 transitioned into full-time mens ministry as his son Brandon and wife Meredith accepted the role as Lead Pastors of C3 Church DFW. Paul and Judi are proud grandparents of the wonderful Reese Holsinger, Dylan Holsinger, and Cameron Holsinger, daughters and son of Pastor Niles and Lindsay Cole Holsinger. Niles is associate pastor at Gateway Church, Grand Prairie. They have two sons, creator and pastor Brandon Cole, married to Meredith, and noted musician and coach Bryce Cole. Brandon is the Lead Pastor at C3 Church with his wife Meredith. Bryce, now living in Nashville, is a songwriter and a High School basketball coach. Paul's sisters are Lois Crase and Joann Webster. Lois is an attorney and she and her husband Mark live in the Fort Worth area. Joann Webster is the CMN Vice President and publisher of Resolute Books. She and her husband Richard live in Satellite Beach, Florida. Paul has been a business owner, global marketing consultant and award winning television/film producer for over 30 years… and he has a lifetime membership at Starbucks. You can read his blog at paullouiscole.com. Boots on the Ground Find a quiet place. Carve out time to sit and listen to God. Find out who you are in Jesus. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Sam Black from Covenant Eyes has some great free resources for you. Plus a free month of monitoring and accountability through this link. Get your free ebook today. Get your Free ebook! Get Covenant Eyes! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Nathan from Minnesota, ‪How do you go about meeting single Christian women... I mean seriously, there seems to be an issue within Christian men and Christian culture or maybe it's me. I just don't get it. Dating is the dumbest thing and same with courtship. I'm darn near just becoming a bachelor for life. Aaron lives in Missouri ‪Why is it so hard to get the church involved in the discipleship of men? Joe lives in Washington ‪Jim, you have referred to Job 29 as the counterpart to Proverbs 31. Please unpack that. Ryan lives in New York ‪What's your advice for someone who's experienced spiritual abuse from a church, lost their faith, has recently come back to faith in God but has a hard time attending a church due to past experiences? Aaron lives Oregon. How to pick a church after you have moved to a new state? Boots on the Ground: What can you do to make the movement, Men in the Arena push back the darkness's, We are looking for arena coaches. Men to lead virtual teams, and admin skills. We want to challenge you men. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

In this episode Cody from Skyway Roasters from Buffalo Wy, shares his expertise on roasting your own coffee at home. You don't have to stockpile coffee from the can. You can have your own awesome coffee even if the world is shut down! Enter the Drawing! Skyway Roasters Facebook Page Skyway Roasters Website [email protected] www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Sam Black is the VP of Covenant Eyes. At Men in the Arena we believe that every man should protect his family by protecting all of the devices in his home with Covenant Eyes. We are affiliates with Covenant Eyes and you get 30 days free by using our link below. Sam shares the statistics that includes kids and ages that struggle and are exposed porn during this pandemic. You may think this doesn't affect you, but you may be surprised. Boots on the Ground: Get Covenant Eyes on ALL your devices in your home. Get your Free ebook! Get Covenant Eyes! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

The 5 B's: Body, Beans, Bandaids, Bullets, Bullion Jim breaks these all down for you in the podcast. These are things you should have on hand to take care of your family. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Gary McCusker and Ray De La Nuez help us tackle these Men in the Arena questions. Matt from IL. If a single never married man marries a woman who divorced her previous husband, but there was no infidelity is that marriage a continual sin? Joshua from in New Hampshire. I struggle most with balancing my life. God, full time single Dad, raising a toddler, work (self employed in my case), church, family and friends, all while trying to improve myself. My question is what do other men do to find and maintain balance? Dennis from in Nevada. Why do men have a problem stepping up and being the man God needs them to be? Joe from New York. How does a man make more of an impact on his children than this worldly, unbiblical culture? Luke I have been in the military for the past 13+ years and move around a lot. One thing I found hard is finding Godly men to connect with and lean on. So my question is how do you go about finding those men to confide in? Carl from Nebraska What advice would you give a single man who's never married about sex and understanding his sexuality? Robert from NY. What does spiritual leadership in the home look like? Danny from San Luis Obispo. Like a lot of guys i have struggled with porn in the past. It has taken me a while to learn that even though i'm no longer consuming it, it has had an effect on my sex life with my wife. My relationship with sex was the desire for instant gratification which I think porn had a very real influence over. I have done a lot of work in trying to re-wire my brain and check my intentions in all my interactions with my wife but I'm wondering if ya'll have any tips for that. How to have a healthy loving sex life with your wife rather than just a pleasure first approach? Boots on the Ground We have three ways to engage in this ministry. Enlist in the Army like this. A. Subscribe to the Podcast B. Join the Men in the Arena Facebook Group for Men. C. Go to our Website and sign up for the Equipping E-Blast and receive your free copy of the Bathroom Book for Men. The Field Guide.

This episode covers the 3's. What should every man carry on or near him for 3 seconds, 3 minutes, 3 days, 3-6 months, or 3 years? Jim reveals what he thinks is important for every man to have. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jack Ward is founder and president of Rugged Faith Ministries located in Springdale, Arkansas. A former high school coach turned businessman, Ward now directs a Christian non-profit that uses outdoor adventure to equip believers and reach the lost. Rugged Faith hosts week-end retreats called Rugged Faith Boot Camp. These one and two day camps feature a blend of outdoor adventure and sound biblical teaching. Ward is the author of two best selling books on outdoor adventure ministry. "Rugged Faith" published in 2010 and "Adventure with a Purpose," published in 2018 Each year Rugged Faith hosts the "Lewis & Clark Trail ATV Adventure" across the Bitterroot Mountains in Idaho. Rugged Faith also hosts "Rugged Faith Israel" a 12-day backpacking trips to Israel in Nov. every-other-year For more information on Jack Ward and Rugged Faith Ministries go to www.ruggedfaith.net or call (870) 404-8586 Email Jack at [email protected] Boots on the Ground: Plan an adventure for 2020! Use this link to enter to win this book. http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/8b29f6143/?

You ask the questions and Jim Ramos will attack them for you. How do you set an example of strength even when we feel weak?Do men have to be physically fit and love sports to be considered masculine? As a man of Christ how do you bring wife back to Christ? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

God has given you five innate passions as a man Protector Defender: Your family FIRST… Fighter Provider Pursuer Builder Leader Sacrificer Finisher Conqueror My Plan 3 Minutes: Pocket knife, cell phone, doctor numbers, Notes with all pertinent info. MY car has duct tape, tool and other necessities 3 Hours: Electricity goes out/ snow day 3 Days: 72-hour kits in many local stores, Emergency Essentials: www.Beprepared.com 3 Months stock for three days' worth of inventory Exit strategy. Where will you go if you need to leave the city or suburb 3 Years: The 5 B's…Here is what I recommend Body (Diet and exercise) Bandaids (meds, anti-inflammatory, antibiotics) TP and Tampons Radio Beans (Food) Bullets (.22/.17, large bore rifle, black gun, shotgun, pistol (500 shotgun and pistol, 1000 per rifle Bullion (Precious metals, and other tradable items) WATER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 3 days- 3 weeks: MRE's/Mountain House 3- 2 months. Add water only: Beans, rice, potatoes, milk, coffee, eggs, oats, pancake mix, veggies) Stored in 5 gallon bucket, Gamma lid, mylar bags with oxygen absorber, Pasta w/sauce packets, Pancake mix w/syrup, Sea Salt, Rice, Beans, Sugar/Powdered sugar, Coffee, Powdered milk, Oats, Dehydrated Eggs, Dehydrated Potatoes, Dehydrated veggies Read: James Rawles Patriots James Howard Kunstler World Made by Hand Cormac McCarthy The Road Holly Deyo Dare to Prepare Glenn Tate 299 Days Movies: Contagion, Andromeda Strain, Outbreak, The Road, Book of Eli Series: The Walking Dead www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

You ask the questions and Jim Ramos will attack them for you. How do you know who your battle buddy is and why is it so difficult to open up to him? How do you find a battle buddy? And the second question is, how do you know when you are a man? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Judge Vance Day - President, Promise Keepers Vance Day is a modern-day profile in courage who strongly believes in helping to raise a generation of leaders equipped to address an ever-changing world. Day graduated magna cum laude from Warner Pacific University in 1984. He studied Biblical Historiography at the Institute of Holy Land Studies in Jerusalem and Public Policy at Regent University before earning his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from Willamette University College of Law in 1991. An accomplished trial lawyer, he has tried over 300 bench and jury trials. Vance served the State of Oregon for nearly four years as the Chairman of the Oregon Republican Party. He has lectured on military history and leadership theory at The White House and before members of Congress. In September 2011 Mr. Day was appointed to serve as a Circuit Court Judge in the Third Judicial District, and was electedto a full six-year term in November of 2012. In 2012, Judge Day started a veteran's treatment court in Salem, Oregon. The goal of these courts was to target the root causes of veterans' criminal behavior through a program created collaboratively by the prosecutor, the defense attorney, the judge, other veterans, treatment providers, mentors, and support teams. While Day was running the program, there was a zero rate of recidivism, and beyond that, it transformed lives. One veteran said, "I don't know how much more I can say. I mean he saved my life, you know."[i] In 2014 Judge Day, based on his Christian convictions, quitely recused himself from marrying same-sex couples—a decision that in no way prevented same-sex couples from getting married. As a result, he became the focus of a sustained, vicious attack that sought to end his career, take away his license to practice law, strip him of his possessions, ruin his reputation, and even have him imprisoned. In October 2018, the State's criminal case was dismissed, and the house of cards constructed against Vance collapsed from the weight of its own preposterousness. Vance Day remained a Circuit Court Judge until January 7, 2019, when his term of office expired. In December of 2018, Judge Day joined the leadership team at Promise Keepers as Chief Operating Officer. In June of 2019, Day was elevated by the Board of Directors to the position of President. He also serves as a Member of the Board of Directors and as Promise Keepers General Counsel. Vance and his wife have been married for over 33 years, and are the proud parents of three adult children, and three grandchildren. They live in high desert of Central Oregon. Boots on the Ground Go to the Promise Keepers website and pray about being an ambassador. Mobilize some men to get involved. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

You ask the questions and Jim Ramos will attack them for you. This is the first of those questions. How do you teach your kids to be a true man when the all the media sends so many mixed messages? How does the curse of toiling affect us? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jim Ramos is speaking to the men of Mattoon IL about the men on the roof in your life. Jim is a passionate and challenging speaker that will cause you to inspect your life and apply principles that will help put you and your family on a new course towards Christ. Boots on the Ground: You need to find some men who you can count on to call you out and up. For some, you may need to find a different friend group. Who are your men on the roof? If you would like Jim to speak at your next event contact us at? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Tom Cheshire and Tom Gensler with RPM share from their book Real-Life Discipleship. They will take a look at Chapter 4. What are the obstacles when starting a discipleship relationship? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

This episode is dedicated to Regi Campbell, the Founder of Radical Mentoring. Kevin Harris helps us to get a better picture of who Regi was and his heart for mentoring men. As the President of Radical Mentoring, my primary role is to connect with independent mentors and church leaders who are passionate about creating a culture of disciple making and to assist them in launching a mentor movement that will shape families, communities, and churches around the world. In 2002, I was invited to join a mentoring group led by our founder, Regi Campbell. I am also in the process of mentoring my 4thgroup of men. Kevin Harris is the President of Radical Mentoring. Prior to joining Radical Mentoring, Kevin led a sales team at Wells Real Estate Funds and served in sales positions at CNL and Atlas Energy. Kevin and his wife Susan have two boys, Thomas and Bo, and a 160 lb. Newfoundland, Bella. Today, Radical Mentoring works with over 330 Churches across the country with almost 12,000 men having been mentored. Boots on the Ground Moment: Carve out an hour and a half and write a 500 word obituary about your life. How will you be remembered? Our Podcast with Regi Campbell is Episode #293 What Radical Husbands Do www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum Contact us.

Jeff Kemp wrote Facing the Blitz- Jim reads 36 Nuggets/quotes from the book that should inspire you. If you haven't done so, make sure to pick up Jeff Kemp's book today. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Tom Cheshire founded RPM, Relevant Practical Ministry for Men, which is designed to be a resource to pastor's, leadership and men to help equip them to disciple and mature their men, so that they may establish or re-create a sustainable disciple-making ministry to men in their local churches. RPM desires to see EVERY man maturing in Christ in their local church. Tom Gensler - Most recently Tom has written Chapter 43 "Allowing Yourself to Be Discipled" in the book HOW TO DISCIPLE MEN 45 Proven Strategies from Experts on Ministry to Men. He has acquired an Advanced Christian Life Coaching Certificate and has completed a Church Planting and Leadership Course through Dove Christian Fellowship International(DCFI) and is presently working to acquire a Discipleship Certificate from The Downline Institute. As a result of their own marriage struggles, the Gensler family is passionate about men understanding all that God intended for them and in-turn love seeing marriages and families thrive. Tom & his wife, Lisa started volunteering with RPM in 2007 and joined full-time staff as missionaries in Feb of 2013. Boots on the Ground: Get into a disciple making relationship. Find a guy who can disciple you and one you can disciple. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

How is your marriage? Is it "good"? What would your wife say? Many times what men think is not the same as what their wives believe about their marriage. This episode will pose a few challenging questions that will help you answer whether or not you have an ok marriage or and awesome marriage. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Lieutenant General William G. Boykin, a native of North Carolina, was commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the Infantry from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1971. His early assignments in conventional units included the 2nd Armored Division, the 101st Airborne Division, and as a company commander in the 24h Infantry Division (Mechanized). Special Operations assignments included positions as: A Platoon Leader and then the Company Executive Officer in 1st Battalion (Ranger) 75th Infantry, Fort Stewart, Georgia; Branch Chief at the Florida Ranger School, Eglin, Florida; and Director for Operations at the Joint Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Additionally, LTG Boykin has served a total of thirteen years in the Special Forces Operational Detachment - Delta, as a Detachment Commander, Staff Officer, Squadron Commander (twice), the Deputy Commander, and finally, as the Commander. In 1994, LTG Boykin was assigned to Washington, D.C. and the Pentagon as the Chief, Special Operations Division, Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff followed by a posting to the Central Intelligence Agency as the Deputy Director of Special Activities and promotion to the rank of Brigadier General. Next, he was assigned to the Army Staff as the Deputy Director for Operations, Readiness, and Mobilization. In 1998, LTG Boykin was assigned to Fort Bragg, North Carolina as the Commanding General, United States Army Special Forces Command. In 2000, he was assigned as the Commanding General, United States Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. In 2003, following the creation of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence, LTG Boykin was assigned as the Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence in charge of Intelligence and Warfighting Support. LTG Boykin earned a Bachelors of Science Degree from Virginia Tech University in education and a Masters Degree from Shippensburg University in Public Administration. He attended the Armed Forces Staff College and the Army War College. Some of LTG Boykin's badges include: the Master Parachutist Badge, the Ranger Tab, and the Special Forces Tab. LTG Boykin is a combat veteran who has participated in numerous operations; some of which include the Iranian Hostage Rescue Mission, Granada, Panama, and with Task Force Ranger in Mogadishu, Somalia. Some of LTG Boykin's awards include the Distinguished Service Medal, Defense Superior Service Medal (with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters), Legion of Merit (with Oak Leaf Cluster), Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, and the Purple Heart (with Oak Leaf Cluster). Recently, LTG Boykin was the Wheat Professor of Leadership Studies at Hampden- Sydney College in Farmville, Virginia. Currently, he is the Executive Vice President of Family Research Council. He is married to the former Ashley Steele of Darien, Connecticut, and they have five children between them. Get your copy of Never Surrender Boots on the Ground: You need to have a battle buddy! Someone you can confess your sins to, call at 2am, you would take into the dark alley, and someone you meet with once a week. 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

What is the ministry up to? How can you get a free book or t-shirt? How can you get involved in the Men in the Arena? Enjoy this episode. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Paul Coughlin is an expert witness regarding bullying and the law, and is a FoxNews analyst and contributor. He is a popular speaker who has appeared on Good Morning America, Nightline, C-Span, The LA Times, The New York Times, Newsweek and other media outlets. Paul is a best-selling author of eight books, including the freedom-from-bullying parent and teacher resource Raising Bully-Proof Kids, as well as a former newspaper editor. He works with numerous professional organizations to diminsh bullying, including the Baltimore Ravens. His anti-bullying curriculum is used throughout North America as well as in South Africa, Uganda, Australia, New Zealand and Brazil among other countries. Paul is a boys varsity soccer coach, where he was voted Coach of the Year twice. Paul has also previously served as a member of the Board of Trustees for St. Mary's School in Medford, Oregon. Paul is a popular men's conference speaker who has inspired thousands across North America as well as in Wales and England. In this ground-breaking book with a timeless message to men and also women, Paul Coughlin explains why being a "nice guy" is disastrous to everyone involved. Instead, Paul shows how the abundant life that God has for us is found through a more assertive orientation toward life, growing faith, saving marriage, bolstering careers, and in some cases even saving life itself. No More Christian Nice Guy 186. Raising Protectors of the Weak Pt. 1 188. Raising Protectors of the Weak Pt. 2 Boots on the Ground Identify one area in your life where you are soft and Fix it. Do this so you are a good man and not a nice man.

We believe that men battle with P.M.S. Passive Male Syndrome. Jim speaks to this epidemic in this Equipping Men in Ten. Rick Johnson - The Power of a Man Robert Lewis - Raising a Modern Day Night Where are the Men? w/David Murrow www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jeff Kemp is a champion for families, teamwork and God's love. He graduated from Dartmouth College and entered the NFL in 1981 as a long-shot free agent. He quarterbacked for 11 seasons with the RAMS, 49ERS, SEAHAWKS and EAGLES. Kemp led the Rams to the playoffs in 1984 and helped the 49ers to the playoffs in 1986, throwing 11 touchdowns in 6 weeks replacing an injured Joe Montana. For the next 25 years, he helped lead organizations that strengthen marriages and families. He founded and led Stronger Families in the Northwest and then served 5 years as a VP/Catalyst at FamilyLife, where he and Stacy speak for Weekend to Remember marriage events. Jeff is a Fatherhood Ambassador for the Fatherhood CoMission. His speaking & retreat mission is to build men's identity, purpose and relationships. Leaders and businesses call on Jeff as a CEO Soul Coach and team builder through JeffKempTeam. Jeff brings humor, honesty and actionable vision to men, couples and organizations to build great teams. He uniquely combines epic leadership principles from the greatest NFL and athletic coaches with relationship principles and the loving ways of Jesus. He's the author of Facing the Blitz –Three Strategies for Turning Trials into Triumphs. His next release, Real Good Man, will help men with their identity and journey to authenticity and benevolence. Jeff has lived his life in huddles on and off the field...committed to the power of men's friendship and mentoring. Jeff and his wife, Stacy, have four married sons, Kyle, Kory, Kolby and Keegan and four grandchildren. They love to ski, play tennis and mentor young couples. Boots on the Ground: Throw the Hail Mary! Find that trusted friend and tell him your secret sin. Throw it out there and expose it to the light. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

There are a few myths out there about what it means to be a man. How old do you have to be to be a man? What do you have to drive, do for a job, or how many women do you have to be with to be a man? Enjoy this episode. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

As President of pureHOPE, Jasper leads the team while also focusing on operations, program strategy and execution, internal and external relationship building and growth. Jasper first came to pureHOPE as a long time board member and chairman. Before joining our team, he spent over 20 years at Microsoft in IT management developing people. He has a strong ministry background as a worship music director and leader helping plant Transformation Church in Indian Land, SC, with prior service as interim music director for Calvary Church, and song leader at Central Church both in Charlotte, NC. Jasper is a Winthrop College Graduate. Jasper lives in the Charlotte, NC area with his wonderful wife of over two decades and counting, Sandy, and his three awesome teen and college-aged kids. He is active in his local community with a mission to be a passionate leader, a man who loves and cares well for family and friends, and an effective communicator of the things that bring joy and fulfillment. Boots on the Ground Watch Heart of Man- Amazon Prime www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

The One Eighty Champion has come to an end. Jim Ramos has completed 180 workouts in 180 days. He has had numerous face to face meetings with men from around the nation. In this episode Jim shares what he has leaned about habits, consistency, and support. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jim Ramos reads about 50 books a year and here is his top 10 that every man should read. In order to keep your brain fresh you have to exercise it. Reading is the thing that keeps it fresh. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jerrad Lopes speaks to being a father and our role as the spiritual leader in our home. Men have the responsibility to lead and Jerrad gives practical advise for all men. Jerrad Lopes is a Christian pastor and the founder of DadTired.com, a non-profit ministry focused on equipping men to lead their family well. He hosts the weekly Dad Tired Podcast, listened to by nearly two million men from around the world. He and his wife Leila live in Portland, Oregon with their three children. Jerrad speaks at mens conferences around the country and has been featured on FamilyLife, Moody Radio, the Hallmark Channel, and many more. He is the author of the best-selling book, "Dad Tired: Stumbling Your Way to Spiritual Leadership" and "Stop Behaving: A Gospel-Centered Devotional for Men". Boots on the Ground: Quit Something! There is something you said yes to that you should have said no too. Quit that thing so you can do the thing that is important. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Scott Hagan shares many quotes and thoughts that will cause men to stop and ponder how they are doing in many areas of their lives. This podcast should challenge all men to ask themselves if they are really living into their best version. Boots on the Ground Moment: Go to https://www.facebook.com/note2leaders/ and Like the page. Scott will begin to equip you! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Marriage is work. It does become great without great intention. Is she your #1 and does she know it? In the episode we want to encourage you to ask yourself some honest questions about your marriage. Your marriage doesn't have to be mediocre. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Merry Christmas from all of us at Men in the Arena. Men, what will you do to point your family to Jesus this Christmas? We want to encourage you to do something. Anything. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Mr. Matthews is a national speaker and author of Wild Awakening: How A Raging Grizzly Healed My Wounded Heart. Mr. Matthews is the Division Antiterrorism Officer for the US Army Corps of Engineers, protecting the nation's Dams, Hydro-Power Plants, and Inter-Coastal Locks. After serving during Desert Storm in the USAF, Mr. Matthews spent the next 35 years in the fields of Fire & Rescue, Emergency Medical Services, Hazardous Materials, Rescue Special Operations, Aviation Search & Rescue, Emergency Management, Antiterrorism/Counterterrorism, Intelligence, Fugitive Recovery and Security Risk Management. Mr. Matthews operated from September 15th-October 8thas a rescue specialist in the response effort at the site of the World Trade Center attack. Following his work at 9/11 Greg would go on to establish a Terrorism Response Operations Division and then later accept a position as a Homeland Security Manager for the City of San Diego. Following his work for the City of San Diego, Mr. Matthews was appointed as the Navy Region Southwest HQ Antiterrorism Officer responsible for securing the largest US Naval fleet concentration area in the world. Mr. Matthews and his family are believers in the Lord Jesus Christ. Mr. Matthews outreach efforts includes international consulting to design and established a national rescue and emergency medical system in Uganda, East Africa. https://chasewhatmatters.today Boots on the Ground: Think of a guy you trust. Take 60 Seconds and unleash your garbage on them. There is nothing better than finding the 60 seconds of courage to share with another man about your junk. Find a guy and dump all your stuff on them. And get out of your prison! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Men, we want to encourage you to do something with your family this Christmas season. To do nothing is not acceptable. What will you do to lead them to Jesus? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Do you have a spiritual coach? Are you broken in any areas of your life? Do you have clarity on what you want out of life? Do you want a break through. Joseph Warren started his first multi-million dollar business at age 19. He spent years trying to find happiness through money, success and pleasure. He made millions but felt empty and lost. He now travels the world sharing his unique experiences in the business world and coaching Christian Business Owners & CEO's on what he coined as The Surrender Principle™. Joseph is the host of Broken Catholic, the #1 Podcast on iTunes for Protestants AND Catholics. His show is listened to in 50+ countries with 100,000+ downloads. In today's episode, we'll learn how the pursuit of society's definition of success and happiness led to a moment of surrender and conversion in Joseph's life. To learn more about Joseph's ministry, to read his blog, or to have Joseph speak at your next event, visit JosephWarren.net Boots on the Ground Moment: For one week, carve out an hour of time to pray and be silent. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

This holiday season, you need to ask yourself, are you thankful and do you think full? What are you thankful for? And how do you show that? A man should have a mindset of thinking full. A man looks at the things he does have and celebrates those things. He does not think and dwell on what he doesn't have with envy. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

There is power in a man's words. It is so important that men use these words for building up. A man is made for greatness and his words convey greatness or a wimpy man who is just existing. In 2001, bestselling author and speaker Rick Johnson founded Better Dads, based on the urgent need to empower men to lead and serve in their families and communities. Rick's books have expanded his work to include influencing the whole family, with life-changing insights for men and women on parenting, marriage, and personal growth. Inspiring and equipping through innovative multimedia presentations and seminars, Rick's resources, methods and personal approach have been transforming the lives of men, women, and their families for over ten years. Rick Johnson Boots on the Ground: Pick a Wednesday and track yourself for 24 hours and see how much time you have wasted on self indulgences. Evaluate that for yourself. As yourself, am I wasting my life on these things? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

There's a buzz among hunters in the PNW about the reintroduction of wolves into the northwest. A man recently showed me a picture of a wolf track that he said came from the Coast Ridge Range just a few miles west of McMinnville, which is why the story in Rick's book caught my attention! In his book Rick tells about a technique Eskimos use for hunting wolves. They dip a razor-sharp hunting knife in fresh blood and let it freeze. They repeat this process over and over until the knife is coated and looks (and smells) like a tasty blood-sicle. The knife handle is then secured in the ice, ground, or other stable place with the bloody blade exposed. When a wolf finds the knife, he licks the exposed blade with increased passion, as he tastes the thawing blood. Quickly, the blood frenzy he reaches a climax as the wolf's tongue is sliced deeper and deeper through his own blood lust. Eventually, the wolf bleeds to death—a self-inflicted wound (James 1:13-15). www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Brent Silkey wants to inspire men to know that they have permission to pursue the dreams that God has put into their hearts. Brent Silkey is the Director of St. Paul Chi Alpha (College Pastor) sharing the message of hope with college students throughout St. Paul. He is also and the founder of the 30 for Freedom Movement, which exists to end sex trafficking in our lifetime. 30 for Freedom has raised over $630,000 since its inception in 2016 for sex trafficking prevention, rescue operations, and survivor care. Brent is a youth and young adult communicator who speaks at camps, retreats, outreaches, and other events around the region. I am an Ironman triathlete, ultra marathoner, and use my miles to raise awareness about causes close to my heart and funds to make a tangible difference in those areas. https://30forfreedom.org Boots on the Ground Moment: Give to a cause you believe in and care about. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

In marriage you need to be all in. Some of you need to purge your social media. Some have relationships that need broke off. Your wife is you only plan. There should never be a back up plan. Enjoy this episode. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Drs. 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 Friesens 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." Lovin' Your Wife is available to you for 50% off with code: arena2019 at check out. Boots on the Ground Commit to regularly praying for your wife. If you already do that, Take your wife on a creative date. One that you plan, doing things that she loves. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum