Your Best Marriage Starts Now! w/ Jim and Shanna Ramos and Dr's Paul and Virginia Friesen's EP 421
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Release Date: 02/26/2021
How to Encourage your Wife Through Doubts - Question & Answer from The Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 907
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , 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. You can join here:
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5 Questions Every Man Must Ask Before Greatness: What It Really Takes to Do Great Things - Equipping Men in Ten EP 906
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
What does it really mean to live a great life? How can men pursue significance without chasing ego or shortcuts? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos explores five key questions every man should ask if he wants to do something lasting for God. If you’re ready to think differently, lead with courage, and pursue the kind of legacy that honors God, this episode will encourage and challenge you. This episode is sponsored by , a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at . Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in...
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The Life and Death of Charlie Kirk: What Christian Men MUST Learn – Special Message from Jim Ramos EP 905
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Charlie Kirk was a politically polarizing figure, but one thing is certain: he was an outspoken follower of Christ. Regardless of whether you agree with his political stances, Christ-following men can learn from Charlie Kirk’s life, and the manner of his death. You’ll walk away from this special message ready to speak boldly for what you believe and step courageously into the arena God has called you to.
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The Overlap of Mental and Physical Illness - Question & Answer from The Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 904
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , 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. You can join here:
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Stop Procrastinating NOW (5 Quick Tips That Work): Why You Procrastinate and How to Stop - Equipping Men in Ten EP 903
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Are you putting off the life God has called you to live? Are you letting fear, laziness, or comfort keep you stuck on the sidelines? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos goes straight after the silent killer of men’s dreams—procrastination. You’ll discover the real reasons men delay action and practical steps to crush excuses and start living with courage, discipline, and impact. This episode is sponsored by , a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at . Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in ,...
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REBOOT: Avoiding the Argument Hangover w/ Aaron Freeman: Smart Conflict Tips for Marriages that Fight Fair EP 902
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
This is a reboot of episode #695 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. Do you fight with your wife about the same things over and over? Does a fight sometimes derail your intimacy for days or weeks? You're experiencing an Argument Hangover! In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Aaron Freeman, co-author of the book "The Argument Hangover." Aaron shares practical tips for how to shorten that disconnect after a fight, and teaches you how you can fight with your wife in a way that will bring you closer together instead of further apart. This episode is sponsored by , a...
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Why the Battle Gets Harder After You Follow Christ - Question & Answer from The Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 901
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , 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. You can join here:
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No Shortcuts! How to LEVEL UP for God - Average Joe Conversation w/ Chris Hancock EP 900
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Are you tired of taking shortcuts that leave you stuck? Do you have the guts to wait on God’s timing, lead your family with strength, and rise to the next level? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Chris Hancock—a man who’s battled addiction, built a thriving business, and learned what it means to love his wife and lead with courage. Chris proves that “average” men, when surrendered to God, can live anything but average lives. Whether you’re battling in your own “stress bubble” or seeking encouragement to level up your walk...
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Choosing Adventure w/ Dan Mathews: How Family Men Escape the Comfort Trap in the Stress Bubble EP 899
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Are you settling for comfort—or are you leading your family into adventure? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Dan Mathews, who dives into what it means for a man to reject the safety net of “easy” and instead choose quality time, risk, and adventure with the people who matter most. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and reminded that your family doesn’t need more stuff—they need more of YOU, fully alive and fully present. Check out Dan & Samantha's new book: This episode is sponsored by , a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with...
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Become a Better Leader and Teacher w/Bonus Question - Question & Answer from The Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 898
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , 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. You can join here:
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.