Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Are you following Jesus or just following the crowd? Is your faith shaped by Scripture or by the people around you? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with pastor and best selling author Mark Batterson about the pressure to fit in, even among Christians. Check out Mark Battersons new book Not My Circus (amzn.to/4sgMjON)

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Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Are you feeling like your talents or gifts are being wasted during this season of life?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos dives into the power of "obscurity"—a critical but often overlooked season in a man's life. Drawing on biblical figures like Moses, Jesus, and Paul, Jim explores how periods of hiddenness shape character, strengthen faith and build patience.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story!

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

How can you know when God is speaking to you? How do you tell the difference between His direction and your own desires?

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos and friend Kaanan Huffman tackle a question every Christian man faces. We pray for guidance and want to follow God's will. But how can we know we're hearing Him clearly?

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

How does a man drift from the truth without even realizing it?

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramo talks with Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell about the slow drift happening in the church and the role pastors may play in it. Men, we must take ownership of our faith and keep our lives aligned with God's Word.

Check out Philip Anthony Mitchell's book Contend!

(https://amzn.to/4hZuXBm)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Are your New Year's Resolutions abandoned already? Ever struggle to set goals you will actually achieve? In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping 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.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story!

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

What's distracting you from becoming the man God created you to be?

In this week's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos challenges men to stop sitting on the sidelines and get back into the fight.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

What happens to your marriage when you refuse to forgive? What are you carrying that Jesus is asking you to release?

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Bruce and Toni Hebel about one of the most destructive traps couples can fall into: unforgiveness.

Check out the Hebel's book on forgiveness here!

(https://amzn.to/4du9i30)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Are you blindly following the wrong leaders? Could you be letting unqualified voices shape your soul?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos exposes the trend of self-proclaimed "coaches" flooding the internet with no real accountability or biblical backbone. If you want to be a man who leads with strength, integrity, and unwavering faith, you need to know WHO you're letting disciple you.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

How do you know you're going to heaven? What does the Bible actually say about salvation and the assurance of your faith?

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with Dylan Howell, and they tackle a question every man should be able to answer. It may sound basic, but many people have never been taught how the Bible explains salvation, eternal security, and the confidence we can have in Christ.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos picks up with part 2 of his interview with Pastor Mike Tatlock. Mike explains what it means to be an authentic Christian in today's culture and what true surrender looks like. Mike uses his personal experience as the NBA Trail Blazers/ and WNBA Portland Fire's team chaplain and a pastor at cowboy churches around Oregon.

Check out Mike's book!

A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture (https://tinyurl.com/faith115)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Have you been lied to about sex in marriage? Are those lies quietly sabotaging your relationship with your wife—or your future marriage?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos tackles seven common lies Christian men believe about sex and marriage and replaces them with biblical truth. Drawing from Dr. Carol Tanksley's book Sexpectations, Jim exposes the myths that weaken marriages. You'll walk away with a truth that shatters cultural lies about sex and intimacy and A clear vision of God's design for marriage and sexual connection. Plus, some practical wisdom to protect your relationship and pursue holiness.

Check out Dr. Carol's Book: Sexpectations: Reframing Your Good and Not-So-Good Stories about God, Love, and Relationships(https://tinyurl.com/sexpectations115

Using our link to check out the book helps support our ministry - thanks!)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

A few weeks ago, we looked at the masculine gift God gives each man. What gift of femininity has God given your wife?

In this week's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos turns his attention to the women in our lives. What makes women different from men? And how can you, as a man, support, encourage, and build up the woman God has placed in your life?

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

How do you stand firm when the culture around you is shifting?

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos sits down with Mike Tatlock to discuss his book, A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture. Mike explains how men can remain steadfast and faithful in a challenging time. Mike uses his personal experience as the NBA Trail Blazers/ and WNBA Portland Fire's team chaplain and a pastor at cowboy churches around Oregon.

Check out Mike's book!

A Compelling Faith in a Compromising Culture (https://tinyurl.com/faith115)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

You know you should be the spiritual leader, but where do you start? In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches Christian men how to get started on spiritual leadership, even if you haven't been setting a great example up to this point.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

What would you tell your younger self if you had the chance?

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with Cade Welch, a student, athelete and one of the spiritual leaders on the Linfield University Football team. Cade asks that question: "what would you tell your younger self?" Hear what Jim would do differently, what he's learned about following Jesus, and the advice he wishes he had received years ago.

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Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Power isn't about being the loudest man in the room. It looks like something else entirely. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Ryan Miller about his new book 'Meek as a Mustang'. Ryan exposes what the world gets wrong about strength, power, and what it means to be a dangerous man for God. Check out his new book that's out now! Meek as a Mustang: Find the Strength to Surrender Your Wild Heart to Jesus https://tinyurl.com/meek115

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Men, are you stuck in the daily grind? Wondering if you're getting anywhere? How do you zoom out to see the bigger picture in the Stress Bubble?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the activity that he did once 25 years ago which still impacts his life today. In fact, the ministry of Men in the Arena is a direct result of it!

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

You have a gift the world needs. The question is, do you know what it is?

In this week's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos lays out the five masculine gifts God gives men and how yours can shape the people around you. Learn what your gift means, where it fits, and how to step into it with strength and purpose.

Know your gift. Own it and use it.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Are you a CINO—Christian In Name Only? What would it take for you to go all in for Jesus? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with country music artist Granger Smith, who walked away from a successful career in the music industry to pursue full-time ministry. He shares why he chose to leave the spotlight behind and put everything on the line for Christ, and the toxic beliefs that were holding him back in his faith. Check out Granger's new book that's out now! Poison in the Well: 11 Toxic Beliefs That Kept Me from the Living Water of Jesus https://tinyurl.com/poison115

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Feeling like your family is running on fumes in the chaos of life? Wondering how to build a connection when everyone's moving in different directions—especially in a blended family?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos delivers 10 powerful strategies to help you lead your family with strength, clarity, and purpose. This isn't about being a perfect dad or husband—it's about showing up, leading well, and refusing to settle for passive fatherhood.

Check out the resources listed in this episode: Building Love Together in Blended Families

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

For most of human history, cultures have marked that transition with a Rite of Passage. Today, many boys reach adulthood without ever having that moment. Are we missing something?

In this week's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos lays out a simple, biblical approach to creating a Rite of Passage for your son. It doesn't require a big budget or a complicated program, and you can do it in your own backyard with your son or gather a group of men and boys for the experience.

Give your son a moment he will remember. Call him into manhood.

Check out Rick Johnson's book about the rite of passage: https://tinyurl.com/power115

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Do you hesitate to share your faith in Christ?

In this week's interview clip, Jim Ramos is joined by Duck Dynasty's Willie Robertson to talk about his new book, Gospeler: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time.

He shares 3 ways you can start conversations and make sure you're a "Gospeler" for Christ.

Willie Robertson's Book:

Gospeler: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time ->tinyurl.com/gospeler115

Listen to the full episode here!

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Ever feel like the season of life you're in will never end? Are you in the stress bubble trying to keep up with all the pressures of life?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos shares the final 2 seasons of manhood ("fall" and "winter"), and how each season is vital in creating a complete life that's well lived.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Everywhere we turn, society continues to downplay the critical role of fathers. But let's make one thing clear: that's flat-out wrong. In this week's message, Pastor Jim Ramos brings to light some shocking statistics about the devastating impact fatherlessness is having on our youth. Men, it's time to rise up, take charge, and mentor this generation that's been left without fathers. This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Are you ready to take back control of the sex education your kids receive? In this week's interview clip, Jim Ramos talks to Rodney Wright, author of 'How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex'. Rodney shares 4 wise tips for guiding your kids through these sensitive topics with confidence and clarity. Listen to the full episode here! Check out Rodney's Book https://tinyurl.com/HowtoTalk115 (Using our link to check out the book helps support our ministry - thanks!)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Ever feel like the season of life you're in will never end? Are you in the stress bubble trying to keep up with all the pressures of life?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos shares the first 2 seasons of manhood ("spring" and "summer"), and how each season is vital in creating a complete life that's well lived. This is Part 1 of his series "Seasons of a Man's Life",

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Are you married? Your wife is greater than your kids. Remarried? Still true!

In this week's rebooted message, Pastor Jim Ramos shows us that your wife is greater than your kids, even in the tricky situation of remarriage. In this message at the MAG, Pastor Jim Ramos lays out the biblical case for this counter-cultural assertion: WIFE > KIDS.

This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

In today's interview clip, Jim Ramos talks to Aaron Freeman, co-author of the book "The Argument Hangover." Aaron unpacks 4 marriage sayings that seem good on paper but are dangerous myths.

Listen to the full episode here!

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

There are two types of Christian men. Which one are you?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos identifies the difference between a "Christian" and a real follower of Jesus. You'll walk away from this episode knowing which type of Christian YOU are, and what to do about it.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Men, we're called to lead, protect, and provide. But what do we do when things don't go as planned?

In this week's rebooted message, Pastor Jim Ramos takes us deep into the historical context of households during the Apostle Paul's time, exploring the powerful Greek terms for 'children' in the Bible. I

This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Thousands of Christian men are raising families but have no idea what they're doing. In today's interview clip, Jim Ramos talks to Kent Evans to help you solve that. Kent introduces you to 4 new tools for your fatherhood tool belt.

Listen to the full episode here!

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #729 Most church men's ministries are set up wrong! In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Jim Ramos will teach you what to do to get a vital, growing ministry to men. He breaks down step-by-step, proven ways to get your men's ministry off the ground, including what NOT to do. Help! I'm Starting a Men's Group (free download) The Men's Ministry Playbook: A Proven Strategy to Impact Men

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story!

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

Have you been waiting to get baptized? Maybe you're wondering if you're ready, what it means, or whether you even need to do it.

In this week's 10-minute Equipping episode, Jim Ramos looks at what the Bible actually teaches about baptism, why it matters, and why you may be overthinking something God has already made clear. If you've trusted Jesus, maybe it's time to stop debating it and take the step.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

In today's interview clip, Jim Ramos talks to Ted Shimer, Founder of The Freedom Fight (thefreedomfight.org), an online porn addiction recovery program, and the author of the book, The Freedom Fight: The New Drug and the Truths that Set Us Free.

Shimer teaches you the 6 scientific roots of your porn use and gives you practical steps for eradicating them from your life for good.

Listen to the full episode here!

Check out his book here! (https://tinyurl.com/freedom116)

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #632

Single guys, how do you know the woman you're with is THE ONE?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Jim Ramos gives you 4 questions you should ask yourself before you choose to marry the girl you are dating.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://meninthearena.org/pages/7-marriage-guardrails

Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story!

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.

What "weeds" do you find yourself continuously battling in your life?

In this week's rebooted message, Pastor Jim Ramos dives into the critical steps of identifying and removing the "weeds" that stop us from living a life full of purpose and growth. Using wisdom from Galatians 5 and the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13, he discusses how to aggressively root out sin and intentionally plant seeds that lead to a fruitful, God-honoring life.

This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

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Divorcing Christian? Chances are you—or someone you're close to—has dealt with the pain of divorce. In today's interview clip, Jim Ramos is joined by Dale Brown to walk you through 4 critical steps for healing from divorce. Here's the link to Dale Brown's book, 'Daily Survival Guide for Divorced Men: Surviving & Thriving Beyond Your Divorce Days 1-91' (https://tinyurl.com/divorce115) If you want the full interview, you can listen to it here!

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #591

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.

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, 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.

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In this 30-min message, Jim Ramos teaches you what "No Pain, No Gain" means for the Christian man.

This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

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Need a quick, boots-on-the-ground revamp of your marriage?

In today's interview clip, Jim Ramos talks to Drs. Paul and Virginia Friesen. They give 3 practical tips to make sure you come out victorious in your marriage.

Check out Paul and Virginia's book, The Marriage App: Unlocking the Irony of Intimacy https://tinyurl.com/marriageapp115

If you want the full interview, you can listen to it here!

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #656

Is your young adult child rebelling, or threatening to leave the faith altogether? Even kids raised in a solid Christian homes can end up doing stupid stuff that doesn't match Christian values.

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Jim Ramos gives you 7 steps you can take to love your child back into a relationship with God.

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Do you struggle to say YES to the things God places on your heart?

It's a struggle for many of us, including Jonah in the Bible. In this rebooted message, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches from the story of Jonah about the power of saying YES to God's will and the dangers of saying NO.

This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

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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?

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.

Check out https://tinyurl.com/forgiveness115 for more information!

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #741

"Christians are sexist!" "The Bible is misogynistic!" We've all heard the accusations: many atheists and deconstructing Christians assert that the Bible endorses the oppression of women.

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos responds to the accusation that the Bible is a work that subjugates women and endorses sexism, and teaches you how you might be reading certain passages wrong.

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Men are built to bond through challenge and shared purpose.

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with friend Kenn Walsh to talk about why men seem to bond together differently than women. God has wired you to connect and create strong brotherhood, but it doesn't happen in the convenience of everyday life.

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Ever handled a situation with your wife so poorly that you wished you could rewind and do it all over again? What happens when your brain's programming from childhood collide with real-life challenges in your marriage? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos brings in expert Ron Deal for insight on how your brain's wiring can lead to assumptions or reactions that sabotage communication. You'll get four practical steps to stop your toxic cycles in their tracks, rebuild trust, and learn how to respond to your wife with wisdom instead of emotion in tough moments. Check our Ron Deal's book 'The Mindful Marriage'.

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #648

How much TV do you watch each night? If you're a typical American, it might add up to more than you think. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos takes a look at television's place in the life of a Christian man.

Some of the ideas in this episode are related to our audio-only interviews with Matt Friedman (Kill the Flatscreen and Discipleship and Your Kids) about his book, Discipleship in the Home.

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What's the one verse that drives your life and shapes your faith journey? You need a verse to call our own that challenges you to live purposefully.

In this week's message, Pastor Jim Ramos introduces the idea of a 'death verse'—a scripture that will define you when you meet Jesus face to face.

This is a REBOOT of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

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In this rapid-fire edit of our multiple interviews with Michelle Watson Canfield ("The Dad Whisperer"), she blasts through 15 practical ideas for connecting with your daughter taken from her book 'Dad, Here's What I Really Need from You: A Guide for Connecting with Your Daughter's Heart.'

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #735

Are you a know-it-all? Do you have trouble taking criticism? Pretty sure you don't need direction from others? Find yourself judging the way others do things? Having a TEACHABLE spirit is vital when you're living out your best version of life in Christ. Even so, many of us walk around with a "know-it-all" attitude. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you 6 secrets a "know-it-all" attitude reveals about your heart and how it plays into your "Season of Manhood" (see "Seasons of Manhood" Part 1 and Part 2 )

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Can you follow Jesus without being part of a local church?

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Ben Sullivan to tackle this tough topic head-on. By defining what the church truly is and digging into Scripture, they separate tradition from biblical truth and answer one of the most common questions men wrestle with today.

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What happens when culture starts preaching louder than the Bible? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with pastor and author Aaron Graham to talk about the subtle lies pulling Christians away from biblical truth. Aaron explains how faith rarely collapses overnight, and how we can engage culture without compromising truth.

Check out Aaron's new book, 'Unshakable Faith'! (https://tinyurl.com/unshakable115)

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #719

Congrats brother, you've married a strong Christian woman. But, what does she NEED from you? In her core, what does she need and want from you on a daily basis? In today's 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the 4 core desires of every woman and the practical ways you can meet those needs. Jim pulls from Michael Thompson's (ep. 710) book KING ME(https://tinyurl.com/kingme115), taking his principles and breaking them down so you'll be able to take action starting today!

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(Part 2)

Are you mentally tough enough to finish what God has called you to do? When life gets hard, do you keep climbing or turn back?

In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten Jim Ramos uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to break down the path to mental toughness. Every climb has stages—the ascent, the challenges along the way, and the descent after the mission is complete.

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Do you have a cause worth fighting for? In this week's message, Jim Ramos challenges men to find their hill to die on—a God-given purpose that is bigger than themselves. Before a man can discover his mission, he must first know who he is and whose he is in Christ.

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #710

You work hard, but are you working the right way? Will you be done working when you're retired? What place should work have in the life of a Christian man? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos walks you through a brief theology of work, teaching you what the Bible says about the work you're doing to provide for your family, and helps you identify ways you might be viewing work wrong.

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Are you mentally tough enough to finish what God has called you to do? When life gets hard, do you keep climbing or turn back?

In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten Jim Ramos uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to break down the path to mental toughness. Every climb has stages—the ascent, the challenges along the way, and the descent after the mission is complete.

Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late.

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Every marriage has defining moments and those sudden realizations can change how you see your spouse, your relationship, and yourself. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to bestselling author and marriage expert Emerson Eggerichs. Emerson shares powerful "lightbulb moments" and unpacks key shifts in perspective that can strengthen communication and change the direction of your marriage for years to come. Check out Emerson's new book: 'Lightbulb Moments' ! (tinyurl.com/lightbulb115)

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #681

Ever feel like your prayers aren't doing anything? Do you wonder if you're praying the wrong way, or for the wrong things? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the prayer method that he credits with growing Men in the Arena from 15 men in a coffee shop to impacting millions of men worldwide: the 5 "P's" of EFFECTIVE prayer.

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When your adult child walks away from the faith, the heartbreak can be real. So how do you stay connected and continue pointing them toward Jesus without pushing them further away?

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos talks with good friend Kurt Stone. They share practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for parents navigating this difficult season. Learn how to build bridges and faithfully minister to your child while trusting God with the outcome.

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The world doesn't need more passive men.

Jim Ramos delivers a passionate message titled 'To Stand' at the 2026 Man Camp at Washington Family Ranch.

'To Stand' means when it's costly and unpopular. God is calling men to courage, conviction, and action. This message will challenge you to stop sitting on the sidelines and start living boldly for Christ.

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #689.

Think you're TOUGH? Don't be so sure. There are four areas of toughness, one in which even 80% of Navy Seals are statistically weak. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, author and pastor Jim Ramos outlines the four M's of toughness and helps you determine if there's an area you need to get tough.

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Almost 100 years ago, a study uncovered a pattern shared by every collapsing civilization: sexual chaos always came first.

In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos takes a look at the connection between strong societies and men who live with sexual discipline and faithfulness. The Bible's warnings about lust, adultery, and self-control weren't random rules. They were instructions for human flourishing.

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NFL success can ruin a weak marriage. NFL star and 49er Hall of Famer Brent Jones realized that early.

In this intimate episode, Brent and his wife Dana open up about the intentional guardrails, habits, and convictions that helped protect their marriage through the pressure of professional football, and everyday challenges at home. It's the small decisions that shape a strong marriage over time. You'll hear practical wisdom from a couple who fought for connection long before the spotlight ever showed up.

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #650.

If you're listening to this podcast, you're probably a pretty good dad. But there are 5 common mistakes that even GOOD dads make. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos describes the five types of mistaken dad he's seen over and over again in 30 years of ministry, and helps you course-correct if you've fallen into one of the "good Christian dad" errors.

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What does God actually do in the life of a man? How does He shape us?

In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos dives into the theology of manhood and the process God uses to transform men into the likeness of Christ. Not only will you get the practical steps every man must walk through but you can identify where you are in this journey.

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Men were built for challenge. From work to competition to everyday life, men come alive when they're pushed to the wall.

In this week's message, Jim Ramos unpacks why God wired men this way — and how embracing challenge can make you a stronger husband, better father, and a more dangerous man for good.

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #644.

Men, who do you prioritize in your family? Who is the most important person in your world? Your wife? Your kids? You mother? Does this change if you've been remarried and have kids from your first marriage? In today's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos walks you through what the Bible teaches about where you family priorities should lie, and what it means for your family, step-family, wife (1st, 2nd, or 3rd), and kids.

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Most marriages don't fall apart overnight — they drift apart quietly.

In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos breaks down 6 simple but powerful questions every couple should be asking regularly to stay connected, avoid resentment, and stop getting blindsided when things go wrong. If you want a healthier, stronger marriage, start here.

This teaching is inspired by our friend Chris Herb from couplesmarriageministry.orgListen to his full interview here!

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Your happiness will always fall short if you're chasing the wrong thing.

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to Tim Ross, author of the book The Missing Peace: How to Be Held Together When You're Falling Apart. Tim talks about the hidden wounds men carry, the pride that keeps us silent, and where healing starts.

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #617.

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.

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In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos talks with good friend Chris Robinson, who shares how his life changed when he surrendered fully to God's call. They discuss how you can find freedom, joy, and a deeper purpose through Jesus Christ.

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In this special episode, we look back at Jim's top moments from over 1,000 episodes.

From the early audio-only days to the more recent video shows, we revisit the amazing journey it's been. God's been faithful every step of the way, keeping Men in the Arena standing strong at 1,000 episodes.

Check out the full interviews here!

James Ramos, Darby Ramos, Colton Ramos Wild Awakening: How a Raging Grizzly Healed My Wounded Heart w/ Greg Matthews EP 305 How to Connect with Your Daughter: 15 Tools for Girl Dads - Part 1 w/ Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield EP 633 Great Husbands Do Radical Things w/ Regi Campbell EP 362 Forgiving the Unforgivable: 7 Steps to Overcome Your Bitterness and Find Freedom w/ Bruce Hebel EP 586 Living the Best Version of Your Marriage w/ Don Minter EP 178 Taming Your Thoughts w/ Max Lucado: 3 Practical Tools to Combat Negative Thinking from a Giant of the Faith EP 890 Is Your Wife Crazy? Love and Respect w/ Emerson Eggerichs EP 203 1 Hour to Fix Your Marriage w/ Drs. Paul and Virginia Friesen EP 736 Overcoming the Invisible Marriage-Killer: How to Fix the Elephant in Your Marriage w/ Jason Karampatsos EP 626

11. BONUS: Quit or Finish Strong? The ONE Deciding Factor EP 612

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It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #749.

Are you REALLY saved? Is the prayer you said in middle school enough to get you to heaven? How can you know FOR SURE that you're saved?

In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about how to know if your salvation is for real.

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Our wives can teach us a lot. Don't let pride block it.

In today's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim shares five lessons from years of marriage. Simple truths and hard-earned insight. Your wife sees what you miss. She brings clarity, wisdom, and perspective that shape a stronger life.

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Is marriage harder than you expected? Shouldn't love make marriage easy?

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Michelle Lentz, author of the book Hey Beginner Wife, to compare notes about what they would tell their younger, newly-married selves. Michelle reminds us that every husband and wife starts as a beginner. This episode will provides practical advice for how you, the beginner husband, can better understand your beginner wife.

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What would you tell your younger self? Are you making decisions today that will matter tomorrow?

In this Equipping Men in Ten episode Jim Ramos shares the hard-earned wisdom that only comes from decades of walking with God, leading others, winning battles, and learning from mistakes. Whether you're 18 and just starting out, or 50 and recalibrating for the road ahead, this conversation will challenge you to think deeper, live wiser, and lead stronger.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

When was the last time someone sharpened you? Even if you've followed Christ for decades, you're not above needing a reset.

In this powerful episode, Jim sits down with Gary McCusker, the man who led Jim to the Lord. Gary steps back into his life to share some hard earned wisdom and the kind of encouragement every man needs but rarely gets. Because the truth is, your legacy is being written right now. You don't want to just drift across the finish line, you want to charge through it with purpose!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 992 - Why Self-Improvement is Making You Worse w/ Ryan Wekenman: Escaping the Most Dangerous Lie Christians Borrowed from Culture Check it out!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

When God speaks, do you act or hesitate? Do you obey God or negotiate with Him?

In this Equipping Men in Ten episode, Jim Ramos shares 5 leadership tests Jesus gave Peter in Luke 5. We examine 5 pointed tests that Peter had to pass before he could really step into the leader and man he was called to be. If you're serious about becoming the leader of your family, this episode is for you.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Self-Help? Self-Improvement? Self-Image? More like self-righteousness! Even well-intentioned Christian men can slide into a self-centered mentality that focuses on improvement in your own strength.

In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by bestselling author Ryan Wekenman to help you learn practical ways to combat the "me-first" mentality that is leaking even into Christian circles. It's time to uproot the obsession with self-improvement, self-image, and self-righteousness and put God back in the center of your life.

Check out Ryan's new book 'Free Me From Me' (https://tinyurl.com/FreeMe115)

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

What kind of walls are you building around your family? Are they strong enough to protect what matters most, or are there cracks forming?

In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos closes it out with long time friend Tyler Stoller, a professional in building fortification, to bring this metaphor to life. Together, they unpack what it really means to fortify your house, not just physically, but spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Because the truth is, protection isn't passive. If you're not intentionally guarding the hearts in your life, distractions, temptations, and outside noise will find a way in.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Why do so many believers stop when they reach Revelation? What are we missing by not talking about the Second Coming?

In this expert interview, Jim Ramos dives into this topic with New York Times bestselling author John Bevere to unpack his latest book, The King is Coming. He challenges a common blind spot in the Church: we read the Bible but often stop short of fully engaging with what it says about the end times and Christ's return. John addresses why teaching on the Second Coming has been largely absent from the pulpit and what it means for believers today. If you've ever felt unsure, confused, or even uninterested in end-times teaching, this episode will reframe everything.

Check out John's book 'The King is Coming' (https://tinyurl.com/Coming115 )

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 987 The Gifting Trap: Lessons from the Queen of Sheba and Not-So-Wise Solomon – Message at the MAG Check it out!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Could your generosity be misunderstood? Are you unknowingly opening a door that leads to temptation, for you or for someone else?

In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Mike Stepper to tackle a subtle but powerful issue: how you give gifts matters more than you think. You never truly know where someone of the opposite sex is emotionally or relationally and a personal gift given "from you" alone can create connection, confusion, or even temptation. We break down a simple but critical shift: send gifts from "us," not "me." Small change. Big protection.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Does the way you compliment, give gifts, and make someone feel cross a line? Are your words building your marriage—or quietly putting it at risk?

In this week's message, Jim Ramos takes a look at an interesting story in King Solomon's life. Are your words or gifts building up your marriage…or quietly opening doors you never meant to open? Using the story of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, we unpack how unchecked affirmation, attention, and access can lead to compromised boundaries and unintended consequences.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 983 An Olympic Gold Medalist's Guide to Grit w/ Danny O'Shea Check it out!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Why are men so easily drawn to the female form? When does attraction turn into distraction—or even idolatry?

In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Barry Myers to have a conversation the Church often avoids: men's tendency to elevate the female body to a place it was never meant to hold. Left unchecked, it can quietly shape our thoughts, habits, and choices even pulling us away from God and from the wives we're called to love and protect.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Do your words carry more weight than you think? Are you unintentionally creating emotional connections you never meant to start?

In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with dear friend and Pastor John Palacios as they tackle an often overlooked truth: your words have power over the opposite sex. The way you notice, affirm, and make someone feel can open doors whether you intend to or not. Too many men speak carelessly, not realizing how their words can spark emotional responses that lead to situations they're not prepared for.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

What does it take to endure heartbreak, injuries, and years of near-misses—and still rise to Olympic gold?

In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Olympic figure skater Danny O'Shea and he opens up about the long, gritty road to the top. He pulls back the curtain on multiple Olympic cycles filled with partner changes, financial sacrifice, and brutal setbacks—including a concussion, torn bicep, sports hernia, and even skating on a broken foot to help secure U.S. Olympic qualification spots. If you're facing setbacks, chasing a dream, or trying to stay the course when it gets hard, this episode will challenge and inspire you.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 980 Man's Dominion Mandate: What Does 'Dominion' in Genesis 1:28 Actually Mean? w/ Tristan Johnson Check it out!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

How do you keep your marriage alive when life gets busy and you're stuck in the stress bubble? And what does it look like to give your wife the emotional attention she actually deserves?

In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Mark McDonnell and has an open conversation about flirting with purpose in marriage. Instead of letting your attention drift toward other women, they challenge men to direct their energy, playfulness, and emotional connection back toward their wives, where it belongs. Whether you've been married for two years or twenty, it's easy to disengage and start looking for affirmation elsewhere. Healthy marriages are built when husbands stay intentional, present, and engaged with the woman they promised their lives to.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

How should men understand leadership, responsibility, the call to dominion, and who is guiding the next generation of men?

Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Tristan Johnson, founder of Elite Men. Tristan shares his journey from chasing professional football dreams to launching a men's ministry in 2007 focused on enriching lives into eternity. They discuss the dominion mandate God gives men and explain how biblical dominion is not about power but about servant leadership in marriage, family, and everyday life.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 977 The Hidden Trap You Might Be Setting for Your Kids: Skandalon - Message at the MAG Check it out!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

How do you maintain integrity when your ministry requires counseling people—often one-on-one?

In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with retired pastor but current ministry leader Wes Smith. From nearly 80 years of combined ministry experience, they discuss the practical guardrails they've put in place to protect their marriages, their reputations, and the people they serve. This conversation offers practical insight for staying above reproach while still caring for people well.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Jesus' message is direct: stumbling blocks will arise. But woe to the man who is one. What if you are a stumbling block?

In this week's message, Jim Ramos takes a hard look at Jesus' warning in Luke 17:1–3 and Matthew 18 about "stumbling blocks." Jim unpacks how a man's refusal to live by God's design can become the very trigger that wounds families and children. Men, don't set the trap. Clear the path.

This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 974 with Jonathan Stephenson: Forging Stronger Men Check it out!

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

How do you speak about your wife when she's not in the room? Do you honor her — or subtly tear her down? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Dean Yoder to discuss one of the silent killers of marriage: how we frame our spouse. The words you use shape your heart, and when you frame your wife poorly to others, you don't just damage her reputation…You weaken your own foundation. Men, your words matter. The frame you build around your wife will either guard your marriage…or expose it.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

What's forging your character right now? Are you avoiding pressure — or embracing it?

This week, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Jonathan Stephenson from Warrior Forge Foundation to talk about how adversity shapes a man. Comfort never forged strength. Pressure does. Resistance does. This episode will challenge you to embrace the grind and become the man adversity is trying to build.

Mention Men in the Arena for a 25% discount at /www.warriorforge.org.

Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.