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9 Mental Toughness Secrets No One Taught You (Part 2) – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1019

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Release Date: 06/23/2026

Signs You're a Christian in Name Only w/ Granger Smith: How to Go ALL IN EP 154

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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 ! Poison in the Well: 11 Toxic Beliefs That Kept Me from the Living Water of Jesus Want to protect your marriage? Get...

Build the Close Family You've Always Wanted: 10 Things Connected Families Do That You Don't See – (RE)quipping Men in Ten EP 1053

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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: Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: ....

How to Do a Rite of Passage With Your Son (Step-by-Step) - Equipping Men in Ten EP 1052

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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 book about the rite of passage:...

3 Ways to Share the Gospel w/ Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson EP 1051

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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: -> Listen to the full episode Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: . Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your ! You can start a ministry...

Which Man Are You? The Four Seasons of Manhood [Part 2] - (RE)quipping Men in Ten EP 1050

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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: . Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your ! You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our...

STRONG Men with CARING Hearts: The Call to Father the Fatherless – Message at the MAG REBOOT EP 1049

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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: . Has Men in the...

Ditch the ‘Sex Talk’: 4 Things to Do Instead w/ Rodney Wright EP 1048

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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 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: . Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or...

What Season of Manhood are You In? The Four Seasons of Manhood [Part 1] – (RE)quipping Men in Ten EP 1047

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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: . Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your ! You can start a ministry to father...

The Biblical Case for Wife Kids (even in Second Marriages) – Message at the MAG REBOOT EP 1046

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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: . Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We...

4 Sayings that Sound Right but Can Kill Your Marriage w/ Aaron Freeman EP 1045

Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

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 Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: . Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your ! You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at .

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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.

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

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.

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