Write Your Obituary: Do This ONCE to Change Your Life Forever – Equipping Men in Ten EP 733
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Release Date: 05/21/2024
Who Should You Talk To When Marriage Problems Start? - Question & Answer from the Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 934
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
This is a question from the brotherhood in The Locker Room. Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in , our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life’s difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly exclusive leadership trainings, historically only available to the staff team at Men in the Arena. Membership is by application only. Go here to apply: This episode is sponsored by . Our goal is for the Men...
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“Your Parenting Wins and Fails" w/ James Ramos: Unfiltered Truth from Jim’s Oldest Son - Son Interview #2 EP 933
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Would you be nervous to sit down with your grown child and ask what you got right—and where you blew it as a dad? Jim Ramos has shared openly about what he believes he did wrong as a father… but this time, you get to hear it straight from the son who lived it. In this unique series, Jim is bringing in each of his three sons to analyze the good, bad and ugly of his parenting. Today, Jim sits down with his oldest son, James Ramos, for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at life growing up in the Ramos home. Together, they dig into the moments that shaped James’ character, the parenting...
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Marriage Connection Secrets from Genesis 2 (Guardrail #3) - Message at the MAG EP 932
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Is the grass really greener on the other side? Or is it time to water the lawn God’s already given you? In this weeks message from Jim Ramos, discover Guardrail #3 from his upcoming book, Guardrails: 10 Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage — how to stay emotionally connected to your bride and avoid the subtle drift that destroys marriages. Jim unpacks biblical truth from Genesis 2, explains the Hebrew word Dabaq (“to cleave”), and shows what it really means to pursue, protect, and stay bonded to your wife. You’ll walk away knowing the difference between connection and attachment...
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REBOOT: Living with Passion w/ Wess Stafford
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Life is too short to live it without purpose. Wess Stafford has an amazing story and a challenging message for us all! Dr. Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, is an internationally recognized advocate for children in poverty. Wess’ life experiences have uniquely prepared him for this role. With earned undergraduate degrees from Moody Bible Institute, Biola University and a master’s degree from Wheaton College, as well as a Ph.D. from Michigan State University, Wess often says, “Everything I really need to know to lead a multinational organization I learned from...
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3 Steps to Master Your Mind (Max Lucado's Method) - Equipping Men in Ten EP 930
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Do your thoughts ever get the best of you? What if you could finally take control of your mind instead of letting it control you? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos breaks down three practical ways to tame your thoughts—inspired by Max Lucado’s book Tame Your Thoughts. The goal: to help men learn how to stop destructive thinking before it starts, replace lies with truth, and live with more peace and self-control. By the end of this episode, you’ll get advice on how to practice “picky thinking” and stop negative thoughts at the gate, as well as how to uproot toxic thoughts...
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The Case for Christmas w/ Lee Strobel: Truths and Myths about Christ’s Birth EP 929
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Can you really trust the story of Christmas? Which parts of the story of Jesus' birth are myth, and which parts can be historically verified? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos sits down with best-selling author and former atheist Lee Strobel (The Case for Christ) to talk about his newest book, The Case for Christmas. Together, they unpack what really happened in Bethlehem, why the Christmas story still changes lives today, and how men can lead their families to focus on Christ during the holiday season. By the end of this episode, you’ll learn why the story of Jesus’...
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Staying Emotionally Close to Your Wife: Biblical Guide - Question & Answer from the Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 928
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in , our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life’s difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly exclusive leadership trainings, historically only available to the staff team at Men in the Arena. Membership is by application only. Go here to apply: This episode is sponsored by . Our goal is for the Men in the Arena tribe to sponsor 1,000 boys over the coming...
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How Christians Stay Joyful When Life Gets Hard - Average Joe Conversation w/ Jeff Dyck EP 927
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
What does true contentment look like for a man of faith? How do you find lasting joy when life changes — from the stress bubble to retirement and beyond? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend and Men in the Arena board member Jeff Dyck to talk about joy, purpose, and the secret to lasting contentment. Together, they unpack what it means to know who you are, embrace your calling, and serve others with the gifts God’s given you — no matter your season of life. You’ll get insight on how to discover and “deal the hand” God’s given you and...
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Preparing for Your Overnight Success w/ Mark Batterson: Cultivating Grit During Building Years EP 926
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
Why does success always take longer than we think? What if your “overnight success” is really years of unseen preparation? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos sits down with best-selling author and pastor Mark Batterson to unpack his newest book, Gradually Then Suddenly: How to Dream Bigger, Decide Better, and Build a Lasting Legacy. They talk about the long game of faith, leadership, and perseverance. Some practical takeways you'll get; why success rarely happens overnight - and why that’s a gift AND the power of playing the long game in a quick-fix culture. Check out Mark...
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Considering Whether Charlie Kirk was a ‘Martyr' - Question & Answer from the Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 925
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In the Locker Room meeting held the week after the death of Charlie Kirk, Jim Ramos shared his wrestling and thoughts as he considered whether Charlie Kirk could be considered a 'martyr.' Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in , our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life’s difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly exclusive leadership trainings, historically only available to the staff team at...
info_outlineMen, are you stuck in the daily grind? Wondering if you’re getting anywhere? Often we can’t see the forest for the trees. How do you zoom out to see the bigger picture in the Stress Bubble? In this week’s 10-minute equipping 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!
Men, it’s time to write your own obituary! You’ll walk away from this episode with Jim’s 10 hints and a step-by-step action plan for how to look to the end of your life in order to change your life right away. If you do this activity once, it will help you live a life of meaningful achievement and purpose starting today.
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