Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Christian men, there are 7 specific habits that Godly men build into their lives. Are they built into yours? On this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares what a Godly man does, and helps you identify whether you have a blind spot that is holding you back in your faith.

In this bonus episode, Jim Ramos asks WHO ARE YOU? God has a unique design for each man. Here's how to figure out yours. We will be look at the story of Moses in Exodus 3-4 to answer the three most important questions a man can ask: Who am I? What was I made for? What am I going to do about it? The McMinnville Area Gathering (MAG) is a weekly Men in the Arena gathering held in McMinnville, Oregon. Each week, Jim Ramos speaks to this local gathering of men in his community, and we share his teaching with you.

When Dustin Newman was 22, a devastating motorcycle accident tore off half his leg and ruined his left arm. The doctors said he'd never do a normal, full push-up again. In 2022, he joined the Men in the Arena push-up challenge and did 65,000! This week, Dustin joined Jim Ramos to dig deeper into his inspiring story of overcoming the odds with God's help. You'll walk away from this episode inspired and ready to push through the challenges and tough circumstances you are facing today.

Too close at the urinal? MANLAW VIOLATION. Looking another guy in the eye while eating a banana? MAN CARD REVOKED! In this week's equipping episode, Jim Ramos walks you through his hilarious new free book, "MANLAWS: 101 Ways to Get Your Man Card Revoked (and Rules to Live By)." If you've ever submitted a Man Law to us, you'll want to check this book out - maybe yours made it into the book! Get your copy for free, it's now available at meninthearena.org.

In this classic episode from 2018 (back when the podcast was the "Man Card" podcast), author Emerson Eggerichs joined Jim Ramos to discuss his foundational book for marriage, "Love and Respect." He describes the "crazy cycle," where a marriage begins spiraling out of control, and teaches you to stop the cycle in its tracks. https://loveandrespect.com

Do you have the Godly man's greatest asset? While Godly men should love others, there is actually a more foundational trait that comes before it. In this week's extended teaching, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what to look for in yourself and other men. If you're looking at a Godly man, this will be the first clue.

In this classic episode from 2020, Jim Ramos was joined by author Gary Chapman, author of "The 5 Love Languages" to discuss his book for young men, "Choose Greatness: 11 Wise Decisions that Brave Young Men Make." This episode is a great opportunity for you young men to learn from one of the giants of Christian ministry.

What is a Godly man? There are 5 things Godly men do that set them apart from the rest. If you are a follower of Christ, God has an assignment for you. He created you for a specific mission that you are uniquely designed for. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you the 5 identifying traits of a Godly man and how to uncover the purpose God has laid out just for you.

Dad, you have just 18 summers to create a lasting connection with your children! Do you feel distant from one of your kids right now? Are you mistaking physical proximity for quality time? This week, author Jim Sheils joined Jim Ramos to teach you a simple, 3-step method to create connections with your kids that will last a lifetime. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

You know you SHOULD pray, but do you have trouble blocking out consistent time for prayer? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares 5 time-tested, simple ways for you to become a man of prayer. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

In this classic episode from 2017 (back when we used to be called the "Man Card" podcast and the ministry was called "The Great Hunt for God") Jim Ramos was joined by author John Eldredge to discuss his groundbreaking book, Wild at Heart. Before this interview started, John saw the rack on the wall over Jim's shoulder and asked, "who killed the baby buck?" Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Is your family addicted to screens? Are you feeling the pressure to get your kid a smart phone? This week, Brad Huddleston, author of Digital Cocaine joined Jim Ramos for a second time to make a case for a drastic reduction in your family's screen time and to help you decide if your family needs a digital detox. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Do you struggle to be in the Word most days of the week? Do wish you knew the Word of God better than anyone in your family? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you personal, time-tested steps to help you become a "Man of One Book." Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Why is it so difficult for you to stay true to your word? Weak men communicate weakly. Their communication is soft and non-committal. They text first, then email, and use face-to-face or a phone call as a last resort. They make phone calls but leave no messages. They say "maybe" instead of "no." They say, "I'll try" knowing they will not. They say "Yes" knowing they will never follow through because they are too cowardly to say what they mean, when what they mean is, "No." We used to live in a world where a man's word and a handshake meant something. Now we need contracts and lawsuits to get weak males to follow through. The man of God is different. The man of God is a man of his word—or he should be. It is time to go old school. It is time to return to the words and example of Jesus who said what he meant, meant what he said, and did what he said he would do. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Dad, are you tired of yelling at your kids? Does your child seem to push all your buttons? Do you struggle with how to respond to rebellious or disobedient kids in a way that is loving but also holds the line? In this week's episode, Kirk Martin, host of the Calm Parenting podcast, joins Jim Ramos to teach you how to regain your calm and discipline your kids WITHOUT anger. This episode is sponsored by Kids Outdoor Zone, an outdoor ministry for the men in your church. Watch your men come alive as they pass on their outdoor skills to the fatherless children in your church. Get your Outdoor Ministry Guide, and KOZ's World Famous Meat Rub, at kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena. This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com. Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Sharing community with these amazing men is one of the most enjoyable things I do. - Jim Ramos https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)

Have you made changes in your life? Changes that are so significant that your loved ones are starting to notice? Has God used the ministry of Men in the Arena to change your world? If that's you, we want to hear your story. This year, Men in the Arena is tackling a new Hero Story challenge, and we need your help to hit our goal! Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

On vacation recently, I (Jim) was asked if I were a "Christian." I strategically responded, "No, I am not but I do love and follow Jesus." Why did I choose those words? Because I have found that as Americans we (it may be global, but my experience is limited) throw around the word "Christian" without recognizing its significance. Here, the word Christian is nearly synonymous with a politically conservative, gun-owning, blue-jeans-wearing, homeowner, rural American. These could not be further the actual truth of this radical word. The word Christian means "Christ-one" or someone who is one with Jesus. To follow Jesus is a life-changing, plan-wrecking, purpose-giving, heart-altering event, and a lifelong process. To water it down to an in-the-moment decision that somehow transcends life into eternity is manipulative at best, deceptive at worst, and contrary to everything the Bible teaches about salvation. Nowhere in Scripture did Jesus ever call his followers to make decisions for Christ. He called them to make disciples of Christ. Matthew 28;16-20 Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

What separates those who quit from those who finish? Knowledge? Giftedness? Raw strength? We looked at the 41 guys who finished our 65,000 Push-Up Challenge and found their characteristics in common. This week, 12 of those finishers, including Rod Handley - the guy whose push-up journey after his cancer diagnosis inspired the challenge in the first place (EP 505)- joined Jim Ramos to identify what kept them going to the finish line. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Are your New Year's Resolutions abandoned already? Ever struggle to set goals you will actually achieve? Do you know how to work with God to decide on your goals? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos outlines the lessons he's learned over four decades of goal-setting, both from successes and failures. He outlines some ideas he's taught before, and also some new techniques he has used in recent years when a goal requires forming a new habit. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

You've been taught 'hospitality' all wrong! When Jim Ramos discovered what it truly meant 2 years ago, it wrecked him. He realized that over 30 years of ministry, he hadn't been getting hospitality right, and even taught it to his kids wrong. In this episode, we hope you get a clearer picture of what hospitality really is and isn't. This will change what you do TODAY. The MAG is a weekly gathering of men in McMinnville, OR. This episode is from the Full Capacity Man Series.

Are you wondering where buzz words like "privilege," feeling "safe," "antiracism," and replacing wife with "partner" come from? These come from a worldview called "Intersectionality." This week, Elmo Winters joined Jim Ramos to make a case for why this worldview is antithetical to biblical Christianity. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

In part Five of our series 'Why You Can Trust the Bible,' pastor Jim Ramos will share why you should trust the Bible. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

When should a Christian man fight, and when should he turn the other cheek? You've been taught the meaning of "turn the other cheek" wrong. By the end of this episode, you'll be able to answer these two questions: What does it look like for a Christian man to protect others? In what ways do you protect those you love, the weak, and the powerless? The MAG is a weekly gathering of men in McMinnville, OR. This episode is from the Full Capacity Man Series. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Does following Jesus make you a weaker, softer man? Ever heard men say that they won't receive Jesus because it'll make them 'less of a man?' Maybe you've hesitated to go all-in for the same reason. This week, author Brian VanCleave joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book, 'Jesus, A Man's-Man.' By the end of this episode, you'll understand why Jesus makes you more of a man than you could imagine, and how to ignite the man's-man within you. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Looking for a way to pull your family together in 2023? Want to challenge yourself like never before? Is your body begging you to do something to reclaim lost ground? This week, Jim Ramos introduces our 2023 fitness challenge, the Coast-to-Coast Team Challenge. By the end of this episode, you'll know how to use this challenge to achieve both your fitness and family leadership goals. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

This interview went off the rails, in the best possible way! In this episode, Les Parrott joined Jim Ramos to talk about a book, but instead they ended up discussing his new tool called "Better Love" and how you can assess your marriage's strengths and weaknesses. By the end of this episode, you'll have a better idea of where your marriage is at. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Are your goals SMART? Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time Sensitive In order to reach your goals these are very important things to consider. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Do you know the difference between a fan and a follower? Our world defines 'follower' wrong. In this episode, Men in the Arena founder Jim Ramos explains the difference between a fan and a follower, gives you some tests to figure out which you are, and brings some very special guests on to the show to illustrate what being part of the Men in the Arena Army looks like. If you have supported Men in the Arena in any way over the past year - through prayer, virtual teams, merch, donations, hero story submissions, etc. you don't want to miss this episode. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim gives you some practical things you can do this Christmas to keep Christ in Christmas. You can also find some great ideas from past Christmas episodes. Check out Episodes 304, 306, and 405. The Bethlehem Star on Youtube. Boots on the Ground: What do you do to bring your family closer to Jesus on Christmas? Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's latest free download. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Do you have what it takes to finish strong? Ever wondered why so many men today finish wrong and so few finish life well? We even see it in the Bible! If you want to be one of the few men who finish life with an exclamation point instead of a whimper, you'll need 7 critical traits. This week, Bill Newton joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book, 'ENDURE: A Christian Man's Guide to Finishing Strong.' This episode will help you diagnose if you're on the right path, teach you the 7 characteristics that separate strong finishers from wrong finishers, and help you get what you'll need to be a man who runs his race well all the way to the finish line. https://billnewton.us/ Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Are you tired of your family's Christmas being all about gifts and spending money and not about Christ? Do you get to the end of the season and realize that, despite your good intentions, it was still all about the STUFF? This equipping episode is your Christmas solution. In it, we lay out 12 practical ideas for how you can draw your family closer to Christ. By the end of this episode, you'll know what to do differently this year! Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Are you a man whose partner had an abortion and you're struggling to heal? Are you on the fence about whether life begins at conception? Or do you wonder if, as a man, you have the right to have an opinion about this at all? This week, Victoria Robinson joined Jim Ramos to talk about her book, They Lied to Us, Too, which describes the impact that abortion has on millions of "Forgotten Fathers." They discuss the scientific and Scriptural evidence for life at conception, startling statistics that show God at work in unwanted pregnancies, and what you should do as a man if the abortion has already happened. Abortionpillreversal.com 1-877-558-0333 Care-net.org/findapregnancycenter 1-877-791-5475 Reach out to Victoria at Reassemblelife.com https://youtu.be/JqW6MtgwePw

In part four of our series 'Why You Can Trust the Bible,' pastor Jim Ramos will show you how both external and internal evidence makes the Bible the most RELIABLE literary work ever written. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Are you a dad raised by a single mom? Are you a dad raised by a father who was there but not really there? Are you a dad raised by a father who wasn't a Christian? Thousands of Christian men are raising families but have no idea what they're doing. If that's you, this week, Kent Evans joins Jim Ramos to help you solve that. They talk about his book, "Bring the Hammer," and Kent introduces you to 10 new tools for your fatherhood tool belt. By the end of this episode, you'll be a better dad. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

The Uniqueness of the Bible Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Ramos preaches on "The Hospitable Man" from Titus 1:7-8 and 1 Timothy 3:2. What you thought was hospitality may be blown up by what the scripture actually means. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

If the Bible was written by mere men, then how can you call it the inspired Word of God? In Part 2 of his series on trusting the Bible, Jim Ramos explains why you can trust that the Bible is from Him, and can trust how the church fathers determined what made it into the Bible. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Christian man, at what point will you say 'this is the hill I will die on?' It's time for us to rise up, men! It's time for the men of God to stop being silent! If you're sick and tired of being sick and tired, you are going to love this podcast episode. This week, Vice Admiral William "Dean" Lee joined Jim Ramos to help you prepare your mind to "throw your stars down" and be ready to sacrifice it all. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

How do you know that we can trust the Bible? How do you know the Bible is true? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, the first in a series, pastor Jim Ramos walks you through 4 claims the Bible makes about itself and how they can help you trust the Bible. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Ramos is speaking at Hemiston Nazarene Church from Psalm 46:10. Jim share how he listens to the voice of God. When was the last time you went into a quiet place to hear from God? How to hear from God Heart of a Champion, Are you all in for Jesus? Pencil of a Sharp Shooter, Carry and notepad and pen or pencil. Eyes of a Hunter, Look for God in the midst of life. Ears of the Preyed upon. Listen for God's voice. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

What does it mean to be a strong man in a culture that demonizes masculinity? This week strongman, strength coach and fitness YouTuber Elliot Hulse joins Jim Ramos to teach you to harness three areas of masculine focus to impact your world. https://www.elliotthulse.com/home Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Christian man, DON'T call your wife your "partner." This week, Jim Ramos explains why the trend of married men calling their wives their "partner" is actually detrimental to Christian marriages, and explains in detail the difference between a marriage contract and the Biblical Covenant of marriage. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Did you grow up without a father? Maybe your parents were divorced at an early age, and you only had part-time access to your dad. Maybe your "dad" was little more than a sperm donor who dipped out when he was unwilling to accept his fathering responsibility. Maybe your parents are still married, but you grew up with a father who was consumed with work. He was physically present but never really there. In this episode, Joe Martin joined us to teach you how to overcome these setbacks to become a great father. Joe grew up fatherless in the "hood." He shares his candid journey, hard lessons learned, and how you can reap the rewards of great fathering. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Christian man, are you TIRED? Are you stressed? We don't call that 20-year period where you're raising your family The Stress Bubble for nothing. You're not alone - Jesus was tired, too. But he showed up. This week, Jim Ramos walks you through a time when Jesus was tired, and what He did. He outlines three ways that you can show up like Jesus. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Are you going through tough times? Has life knocked you down and you're struggling to get up? Or, maybe you're wondering if you have what it takes if bad things come your way. In this week's interview, Jim was joined by Chris Norton, a young man who was literally knocked down and was physically unable to get up. His story is so inspiring that Netflix produced a documentary about his journey to get back up again. His story will equip and motivate you to get back on your feet. Get Your Copy Now! of Jim's Newest Free Book Download! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Dad, which phase of fatherhood are you in? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Men in the Arena founder Jim Ramos walks you through the 4 different phases of fatherhood. Each phase has different challenges, benefits, and goals. By the end of this episode, you'll know which type of Father you currently are and what your goal should be for this season as Dad. 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

On this episode, Jim Ramos was interviewed by Dad.Work Podcast. Jim talks about how dads can become strong men in dangerous times, including the four phases of fatherhood, the ascent, peak, and descent of the masculine journey, what kids need from their fathers, and so much more. This interview fired up Curt Storring and Jim imparted great wisdom. https://dad.work/jim-ramos/

Are you finding an addictive behavior hard to kick once and for all? Do you have a negative mental script that you end up replaying over and over? Ted Shimer, the author of Freedom Fight, returned to dig deeper into one of the toughest roots of addiction - shame - and to teach you four key ways to eradicate the shame that is keeping you stuck. After you listen to our interview head over to the Freedom Fight website for your free thirty-day trial. thefreedomfight.org/30day. 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

You've heard the Lord's Prayer countless times, but did you know it provides a step-by-step outline for your daily prayers? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, pastor and Men in the Arena founder Jim Ramos walks you through how to use the Lord's Prayer as a model for your own prayers, explaining how Jesus' words should impact what you pray today. 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

We know that we're supposed to forgive, but what if someone has wronged you so deeply that you don't know where to start? Are you ready to find freedom from the bitterness that's been dragging you down? In this week's interview, Dr. Bruce Hebel joined us to teach you how to forgive using his 7 Protocols of Forgiveness. You've heard it before: "Bitterness is the poison we drink hoping someone else dies." You've been drinking poison, brother, but this episode is your 7-step antidote. 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