Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #617. You know you SHOULD pray, but do you have trouble blocking out consistent time for prayer? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares 5 time-tested, simple ways for you to become a man of prayer. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Be...

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos talks with good friend Chris Robinson, who shares how his life changed when he surrendered fully to God's call. They discuss how you can find freedom, joy, and a deeper purpose through Jesus Christ. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late . You can start a ministry to father the fath...

In this special episode, we look back at Jim's top moments from over 1,000 episodes. From the early  audio-only days to the more recent video shows, we revisit the amazing journey it's been.  God's been faithful every step of the way, keeping  Men in the Arena  standing strong at 1,000 episodes. Check out the full interviews here! James Ramos , Darby Ramos , Colton Ramos Wild Awakening: How a Ragi...

It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #749. Are you REALLY saved? Is the prayer you said in middle school enough to get you to heaven? How can you know FOR SURE that you're saved? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about how to know if your salvation is for real. Want to protect your marria...

Our wives can teach us a lot. Don't let pride block it. In today's Equipping Men in Ten , Jim shares five lessons from years of marriage. Simple truths and hard-earned insight. Your wife sees what you miss. She brings clarity, wisdom, and perspective that shape a stronger life.  Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late . ( https:...

Is marriage harder than you expected? Shouldn't love make marriage easy? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Michelle Lentz, author of the book Hey Beginner Wife , to compare notes about what they would tell their younger, newly-married selves. Michelle reminds us that every husband and wife starts as a beginner. This episode will provides practical advice for how you, the begi...

What would you tell your younger self? Are you making decisions today that will matter tomorrow? In this Equipping Men in Ten  episode Jim Ramos shares the hard-earned wisdom that only comes from decades of walking with God, leading others, winning battles, and learning from mistakes. Whether you're 18 and just starting out, or 50 and recalibrating for the road ahead, this conversation will challe...

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...

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  Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115 .

When God speaks, do you act or hesitate? Do you obey God or negotiate with Him? In this Equipping Men in Ten  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 new...

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....

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 j...

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...

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  Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115 .

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...

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...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 983 An Olympic Gold Medalist's Guide to Grit w/ Danny O'Shea Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115 .

Why are men so easily drawn to the female form? When does attraction turn into distraction—or even idolatry? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Barry Myers to have a conversation the Church often avoids: men's tendency to elevate the female body to a place it was never meant to hold. Left unchecked, it can quietly shape our thoughts, habits, and choices...

Do your words carry more weight than you think? Are you unintentionally creating emotional connections you never meant to start? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with dear friend and Pastor John Palacios as they tackle an often overlooked truth: your words have power over the opposite sex. The way you notice, affirm, and make someone feel can open doors wh...

What does it take to endure heartbreak, injuries, and years of near-misses—and still rise to Olympic gold? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Olympic figure skater Danny O'Shea and he opens up about the long, gritty road to the top. He pulls back the curtain on multiple Olympic cycles filled with partner changes, financial sacrifice, and brutal setbacks—including a concussion, torn bic...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 980 Man's Dominion Mandate: What Does 'Dominion' in Genesis 1:28 Actually Mean? w/ Tristan Johnson Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115 .  

How do you keep your marriage alive when life gets busy and you're stuck in the stress bubble? And what does it look like to give your wife the emotional attention she actually deserves? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Mark McDonnell and has an open conversation about flirting with purpose in marriage. Instead of letting your attention drift toward o...

How should men understand leadership, responsibility, the call to dominion, and who is guiding the next generation of men? Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Tristan Johnson, founder of Elite Men. Tristan shares his journey from chasing professional football dreams to launching a men's ministry in 2007 focused on enriching lives into eternity. They discuss the dominion mandate God gives men and expla...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 977 The Hidden Trap You Might Be Setting for Your Kids: Skandalon - Message at the MAG Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115 .

How do you maintain integrity when your ministry requires counseling people—often one-on-one? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with retired pastor but current ministry leader Wes Smith.  From nearly 80 years of combined ministry experience, they discuss the practical guardrails they've put in place to protect their marriages, their reputations, and the peo...