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
Release Date: 11/19/2025
God Is Not Done With You Yet: Encouragement for Christian Men w/ Gary McCusker EP 995
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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...
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Escape the "Me Maze" - Podcast Highlight: Escaping the Most Dangerous Lie Christians Borrowed from Culture EP 994
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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 Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at .
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The 5 Tests Men Must Pass Before God Promotes You to Lead – Equipping Men in Ten EP 993
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
When God speaks, do you act or hesitate? Do you obey God or negotiate with Him? In this Equipping Men in 10 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 .
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Why Self-Improvement is Making You Worse w/ Ryan Wekenman: Escaping the Most Dangerous Lie Christians Borrowed from Culture EP 992
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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 () Jim’s newest book,...
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Guardrail #10: Build a Wall - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage EP 991
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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,...
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The End Times Explained w/ John Bevere: How Jesus’ Second Coming Changes What You Do Today EP 990
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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...
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When Giving Becomes Dangerous - Podcast Highlight: The Gifting Trap: Lessons from the Queen of Sheba and Not-So-Wise Solomon EP 989
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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 Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at .
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Guardrail #9: Send It from “Us” - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage EP 988
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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....
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The Gifting Trap: Lessons from the Queen of Sheba and Not-So-Wise Solomon – Message at the MAG EP 987
Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
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...
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Your Guide to Grit - Podcast Highlight: An Olympic Gold Medalist’s Guide to Grit EP 986
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This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 983 An Olympic Gold Medalist’s Guide to Grit w/ Danny O’Shea Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at .
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