Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Are you unknowingly wounding your kids? Is your parenting style setting your kids up for success or struggle? In this important video, Jim Ramos explores 7 things smart dads should never do when it comes to parenting. Every child wrestles with questions like "Do I have what it takes?" and "Am I good enough?" As fathers, we must provide the support and guidance to answer these questions positively....

You're a normal guy, not a pastor. But one relationship you have might end up reaching thousands of people for Christ. It all starts with you. Meet Gary McCusker, Jim Ramos's spiritual father. Gary has a remarkable ability to connect with people on a personal level. Yet this ability is rooted in principles we can all learn and implement.  Four decades ago, Gary believed that Jim had the potential...

A Christian man is called to be Devout. This doesn't mean becoming a pastor or priest, but it does mean specific things for your daily behavior and habits. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming Devout like Jesus, and what the Bible says about the devotion displayed by the godly man, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The  Dialed In  man of God is Devout. He does certain th...

We all want to build stronger connections.   But as men, sometimes it feels like we lack the tools that seem to come so naturally to women when it comes to relational communication. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos interviews Greg Smalley, author of " Men's Relational Toolbox. " He shares practical tips and insight on how we can immediately improve those relationships that mean the most to us....

Could you use some everyday, practical ways to connect, engage, and encourage your child? Even though being a dad is one of the most rewarding roles in life, this world is overrun by examples of absent and unengaged dads. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches five proven ways you can unconditionally bless your children. Whether you're a new dad or a seasoned pro, the...

We are all trying to find ways to nudge our kids towards Christ.  It's an uphill battle because of the influence of secular media and video games that are so prevalent in our culture.  What if there was a way to let your kids explore and enjoy screen time but in a safe, Godly environment?  In this week's interview, Jim Ramos talks to the CEO and founder of TruPlay , Brent Dusing. TruPlay is a gami...

A good Christian man is NOT a NICE GUY. In fact, NICE GUYS are ruining this world. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about the difference between a nice guy and a good man like Jesus, why you should be a good man, not a nice guy, and what the Bible says about the kind of good Christian men should strive for, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The Dialed In  man of God is a good man....

What do you picture your marriage looking like in ten years? What about twenty? Will it be better than it is today?  One thing is for sure: it will be different. The good news is there are some things you can start doing now and ensure your marriage makes it long-term and thrives. In this week's interview, author Dr. Kim Kimberling joins Jim Ramos to discuss his book, "Love, Intimacy, and Sex in t...

Are you a generous man? There's an easy way to tell. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you how to know if you're a generous man like Jesus, and what the Bible says about generosity, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The  Dialed In  man of God is a generous man with his wealth, time, and talents. If that's not you yet, this episode will help. In this series, recorded in South Africa on a...

Are you called to be a leader of men? Are you currently serving in a leadership position? It can be lonely at the top, pushing against the cultural norms and bureaucracy of the church to reach men.  In this week's interview, Jim Ramos interviews Scott Haima, Executive Director of the National Coalition of Ministries to Men (NCMM). He shares the importance of men's leaders collaborating, encouragin...

Note: Jim accidentally says the wrong Greek word in this episode, "Xenophilia" which means 'the love for, attraction to, or appreciation of foreign people, manners, customs, or cultures' - the actual word outlined in the book is 'Philoxenia' which combines filo, which means "love", and xenos, which means "stranger" and covers the concept of hospitality. Christian men, you're called by God to be "h...

Are you tired of witnessing a decline in moral values and a departure from a God-centered culture? What can you do TODAY to counter this trend and push back?   In this week's interview, author Joe Oden joins Jim Ramos to discuss his book, "Prayer That Ignites Revival: The Catalyst to Every Spiritual Awakening".   Joe shares why we can be hopeful and sheds light on why revival and awakening could b...

A Christian man is called to be a Protector. Protecting the weak and helpless in in the job description for the man of God. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a Protector like Jesus, and what the Bible says about violence and protecting others, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The  Dialed In  man of God is a protector. He doesn't shy from conflict, but rather enters i...

Do you feel tethered to your past failures, hurts, and insecurities? Men, we are called to show grit and push past our shortcomings to let the world feel the full force of who we are in Christ.  In this message in the "Take Courage" series from the MAG, Pastor Jim Ramos shares how we can develop grit and ensure we can endure life's hardships and finish strong. This message is from The MAG, The McM...

It's Dialed In's official release day! Join pastor Jim Ramos as he celebrates a major milestone -  the official launch of his first traditionally-published book. Learn about the journey to get here and how God has shown up in unexpected ways. We're praying that He will use this book to impact millions of men! If you haven't ordered your copy yet, now's the time - every order this week counts towar...

There are 3 types of men in conflict: peacefaker, peacebreaker, and peacemaker. You know Christian men are called to be peacemakers, but how do you do that without being a doormat? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you becoming a vigilant man and what the Bible says about vigilance, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The  Dialed In  man of God is a peacemaker. He doesn't shy from conflic...

STAY VIGILANT! Men, are you staying vigilant? What does vigilance look like for the godly Christian man? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you to become a vigilant man and what the Bible says about vigilance, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The Dialed In  man of God is a vigilant man. He keeps his head on a swivel for himself and those he loves. If that's not you yet, this episode wil...

Brother, you've heard "everything in moderation," but is there an area where this isn't true for you? Does something have control of you instead of the other way around? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you to become a moderate man and what the Bible says about moderation, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The Dialed In  man of God is a moderate man. His only master is Jesus, and nothi...

Brother, do you lose your cool? Are you becoming a calm man, or is your temper and anger out of control? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about how the man of God deals with his emotions, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The  Dialed In  man of God is a calm man. He is an emotional rock. If that's not you yet, this episode will help. In this series, recorded in...

Christian man, are you the missionary, or the mission field? You might be surprised at the answer. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about the man of God's role as a witness to others, pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The Dialed In  man of God is a witness. He is a missionary, and doesn't defer that job to his pastor or church. In this series, recorded in South...

Christian man, are you a servant like Jesus? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about the a man of God's role as a servant to the ones he loves (and the ones he doesn't), pulling from Titus and 1 Timothy. The  Dialed In  man of God is a servant. Brother, it's time to put on the servant's towel. In this series, recorded in South Africa on a safari, Jim Ramos introd...

Christian man, are you living above reproach? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about your integrity as a man of God, pulling from Titus and Timothy. The Dialed In man of God is a blameless man. He has no dark corners, no hidden secrets. In this series, recorded in South Africa on a safari, Jim Ramos introduces you to the 20 qualities of a man of God pulled from...

In this series, recorded in South Africa on a safari, Jim Ramos will introduce you to the 20 qualities of a man of God laid out in his new book, ' Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God ' releasing September 3, 2024 with David C Cook publishing. Each upcoming episode will walk you through one quality.   You can pre-order your copy of the book on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/dialed...

Are you a soft and weak dad, or a SOLID one? The opposite of soft is not hard - it's SOLID. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos outlines 5 tips for how you can take your fatherhood from weak and soft to SOLID and STRONG.   Pre-Order Jim Ramos' new book 'Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God' on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook [Honor God with your fitness...

Is the woman you're dating "The One?" How can a man know? In this week's 10-min equipping episode, Jim Ramos helps you decide if the one you're with is the soul mate God has for you.  Pre-Order Jim Ramos' new book 'Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God' on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook [Honor God with your fitness! Our podcast sponsor is the MTNTOUGH fitness app. Use co...