Keeping Your Wife Your Best Friend EP 435
Men in the Arena Podcast
was filmed as a marriage expert for one session of Oprah’s “Love Goals” reality show in 2020. He & his wife Brenda are members of FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaway Speaker Team. He serves on the Fatherhood CoMission Board. Clarence partners with Gary Chapman and speaks at The Five Love Languages and Date Night events. He has authored 10 books including our book for today, "Conflict is not about winning. It’s about understanding." "If couples prays together, they have a 1 in 10000 chance of divorcing." "How I treat the gift (my wife) is a reflection of my worship...
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Strong Men Dangerous Times: Part 5 EP 434
Men in the Arena Podcast
The TRAIL’S END is FINISHING STRONG because it is the functional as well as foundational component of manhood. Why do so many men finish wrong and so few finish strong? Men in the Arena. Men in the Stress Bubble raising kids right now, listen up! Do you want to finish strong? GOOD! Here is how. Finish every day strong (6:00 -9:00), compounded over time, will equal a strong LIFE finish. Without these four things, a man is in SERIOUS danger of finishing wrong. This is so important guys! REPUTABLE ...
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7 Tools Every Father Needs EP 433
Men in the Arena Podcast
Kent Evans is the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps fathers become disciple-makers. After a twenty-year career as a business leader, he embarked on biblical Fatherhood ministry projects. He’s appeared on television, radio, web outlets and podcasts. He’s spoken at parenting and men’s events. His first book, Wise Guys: Unlocking Hidden Wisdom from the Men Around You, was written to help men learn how to find mentors and wise counsel. Learn more at or THE TOOLS TOOL #1: TRUST GOD “If you’re headed down the path of being a godly dad, you...
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Strong Men Dangerous Times: Part 4 EP 432
Men in the Arena Podcast
The DESCENT is LEADING COURAGEOUSLY because it is the functional as well as foundational component of manhood. Every year more people die on the DESCENT than the climb. SERVANT (1 Timothy 3:1, and Acts 20:28) I find true joy in serving others. My family would say that I am a willing servant. TEACHER (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:9) I regularly share my Christian beliefs. I often share with others what I have learned in the Bible. LEADER (1 Timothy 3:4 and Titus 1:6) I consistently lead by Joshua 24:15, “As for me and my house, we will...
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Finding Victory Over Your Counterfeit Self EP 431
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Patrick is the founder and Executive Director of Ironman Outdoors, a men's ministry whose mission is to "Connect Men to Christ in the Outdoors." Patrick and his army of volunteer pro staffers lead over 40 weekend hunting and fishing retreats for men each year. From humble beginnings in his Sunday School class, the ministry has grown to 14 states and offers life changing weekends for men each year. Patrick and his wife Sheron have 4 children and reside in Blythewood, SC. Our ministry reaches men for Christ through our "manhood discussions." We create a Bass Pro Shop atmosphere where men feel...
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Strong Men Dangerous Times Part 3 EP 430
Men in the Arena Podcast
The summit is PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY because it is apex of masculinity It is the summit of manhood. PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY HOSPITABLE (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:8) I come alive when I can bless someone with a gift or help them in a time of need. I love to make people feel welcome. GENEROUS (1 Timothy 3:3 and Titus 1:7) I give at least 10% my income to the causes I care about. I am known as a generous man. GOOD (Titus 1:8) I long for the things that please God. I...
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Finding Hope in Despairing Times EP 429
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Thane Marcus Ringler is a former professional golfer turned speaker, writer, and development coach living in Denver, CO with his wife Evan. Thane is the host of , a podcast all about the process of becoming and living with intentionality, while sharing stories from other inspiring up and comers along the way. Today we are talking about his short ebook called, , which is today’s topic for the show. Boots on the Ground Hit Thane up on his website. And go listen to , and Jim will help you craft your own purpose statement.
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Strong Men Dangerous Times Part 2 EP 428
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Fighting Apathy - FAITHFUL (1 Timothy 3:2) 1. I follow strict moral boundaries to ensure my fidelity. 2. My wife would say that I consider her the most important person to me. MODERATE (1 Timothy 3:3; Titus 1:7) 1. There is no food, drink, or foreign substance that has mastery over me. 2. I am not overweight for my age, body type, and height. PEACEMAKER (1 Timothy 3:3) 1. People tell me that I am a team player who works well with others. 2. When I have a problem with someone, I go to them instead of ignoring it. DISCIPLINED (1 Timothy 3:6) 1. I exercise at least...
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Freedom and Victory from Lust EP 427
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Joe Rigney is assistant professor of theology and literature at Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is also a pastor at Cities Church in St. Paul and the author of: 5 Books including our book for today— He lives in Minneapolis with his wife and three sons. Boots on the Ground: Women, have a conversation without being threatened about lust with your husband. Men, get into a group of men who will push you because they want you to win.
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Strong Men Dangerous Times Part 1 EP 426
Men in the Arena Podcast
PROTECTING INTEGRITY A. RESPECTED (1 Timothy 3:2) I have been told that I am a role model. I am known as a man of my word. B. PATIENT (Titus 1:7) Those closest to me would say I am a great listener. I model thinking before speaking. C. GENTLE (1 Timothy 3:3) I am careful not to inflict guilt or shame upon someone when they make a mistake. I am...
info_outlineThis is a special episode with Jim and Shanna Ramos, and Dr's Paul and Virginia Friesen. You do not want to miss this one!
Dr's. 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 Friesen's 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.”
The Marriage App is available to you for 50% off during the month of March with code: Arena at check out.
Boots on the Ground
Sit down with your wife and ask each other for forgiveness. Also, take notes on these applications and do them.