Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

In this interview, Steven Mansfield will share from his book, Men on Fire , about the fires his book is designed to ignite in your soul. The tending of the fire afterward belongs to you.          The Fire of Heritage          The Fire of Battle          The Fire of Destiny          The Fire of Friendship          The Fire of Love          The Fire of Legacy          The Fire of God Author of Mansf...

In this Episode Jim will answers these questions: How do you figure out what to write for your books? – midatlanticmortgageguy How do you tell the difference between God's leading and your own will? – SPG      -Bible      -Godly Counsel      _is it something I would not choose or say      -Fruit…will it bless people      -Will it help or challenge be What a dad should teach his firstborn son. – Je...

Joel Van Der Loon shares about his experience of being alone in the wild and what it taught him.  Joel's experience in the outdoors began from childhood growing up in South Africa and Tanzania, East Africa - in particular, living off the grid on an isolated stretch of tropical coastline of wild bush, hosting an array of animal species. I spent 12 years traveling the world through 40 countries and...

Ask me anything and we will answer to the best of our ability in this series of Equipping Men in Ten episodes. This week Jim answers: Q: How to Discuss LGBTQ With Your Kids   Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Do you want to be the best dad and man you can be? Do you want to live a legendary life? Larry Hagner shares what he does that will help you on this journey.   Larry Hagner is the creator of The Dad Edge Podcast. Featured as one of the top dad podcasts on iTunes, the show has received over 5 million downloads. Larry is the author of 2 bestselling books. He has featured some of the most elite human...

Ask me anything and we will answer to the best of our ability in this series of Equipping Men in Ten episodes. This week Jim answers: Q: How do you constructively deal with unbelief in your grown children? Q: Sinless perfection. Just your thoughts and understanding on the subject. Q: What are some practical skills you think every grown man should have? What are some good ways to learn/grow those s...

Why are we continually telling guys to get a mentor or to be in a small group with other men? We will tackle this with Dean Brenton in this Episode. Dean Brenton is the President of Impactus | Promise Keepers Canada. Dean has been an active part of denominational, national, and parachurch committees, initiatives and events as well as international and local mission projects. He previously served f...

The Full Capacity Man Review Chapter 1: The Blameless Man Chapter 2— The Servant  Chapter 3—The Witness  Chapter 4—The Calm Man Chapter 5—The Moderate Man Chapter 6—The Vigilant Man Chapter 7—The Peacemaker Chapter 8—The Protector Chapter 9—The Hospitable Man Chapter 10—The Generous Man Chapter 11—The Good Man Chapter 12: The Devout Man   Chapter 13— The Respected Man Chapter 14—The Sacrificial Ma...

What is your hill to die on? Alan Smyth co-authored Men! Fight for Me : The Role of Authentic Masculinity in Ending Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Currently, Alan serves as the Executive Director for Saving Innocence, an anti-human trafficking, community-based organization focused on child victims of sex trafficking.  Based in Los Angeles, Alan has responsibility over Direct Services and Busi...

In 1 Timothy 3:2 Paul uses a unique word translated in many ways, one of which is prudent — "An overseer, then, must be…prudent." Wikipedia explains prudence as, "The ability to govern and discipline oneself by the use of reason. It is classically considered to be a virtue, and one of the four cardinal virtues." It is showing care and thought for the future. Merriam-Webster says, "The prudent are...

Alok Naskar has worked as a bible teacher and counselor since 1989 in India. While doing this he has furthered his education by getting his Ph. D. in 2008. Alok is surrounded by People of the Hindu faith who worship over 33 million gods. Through his ministry, he has been able to share the gospel with hundreds of people in his country. He has seen numerous miraculous healings that ultimately lead p...

The Full Capacity Man is a gentle man. An overseer, then, must be…gentle.                      —1 Timothy 3:2-3 (Titus 3:2)   "All who are truly godly and are real disciples of Christ have a gentle spirit in them." Puritan leader Jonathan Edwards called gentleness." —Jonathon Edwards (1703-1758) American revivalist Preacher It's the strong hand, not the weak one, that must learn to be gentle. —Gar...

This episode was recorded live in Greenville, Mississippi at the First Baptist Church, men's Wild Game Night.  Jim shares how God starts with men to do great things and you are that man that God wants to use.  Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast    

I have noticed something in guys that attend the church that I want to address. Since our target is men in the stress bubble of 28-55 years old this will be very helpful. Biblically speaking every Christian is a minister and every minister has a ministry. Here is the problem I want to address. It is the man who does not serve others because, as he puts it, his family is his ministry. THIS IS ADMIR...

Jerry Schemmel is a survivor of United Airlines flight 232 that crashed landed on July 19, 1989.   Jerry grew up in Madison, SD, with his six siblings. He attended Washburn University in Topeka, KS where he played on the baseball team. After receiving his undergraduate degree in Communications in 1982, Jerry went to law school at Washburn University School of Law and earned his Juris Doctor in 198...

The Full Capacity Man must be a Just man! Jim Ramos explains what a just man looks like in this episode. For the overseer must be…just. — Titus 1:7-8 "Justice is truth in action." —Benjamin Disraeli   "I believe the current concept of social justice is incompatible with biblical Christianity." ― Voddie T. Baucham,       Fault Lines Masters, grant to your slaves justice and fairness, knowing that y...

Jim Ramos is speaking at Maranatha Church in Wyoming Minnesota on how you can make 2022 the best year of your life. Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Bonus Episode! Arena Men, as you know, we are always telling you that you need to be in your Bible daily. Reading and studying the Word of God is a must if you want to be a man functioning at Full Capacity. So we've dropped this bonus episode to introduce you to another tool you can add to your tool belt. This podcast is called The Chapter a Day Audio Bible. In it, Pastor John Stange reads a chapt...

In this episode, Jim Ramos shares what it looks like to be a faithful man.  Guardrail #1 Never develop an emotional connection to another woman. Proverbs 29:3 and 5:3-4 Guardrail #2 Never be alone with a woman behind closed doors or alone in public . Proverbs 8:11-12 Guardrail #3 Never engage in negative talk about your marriage or wife with another woman. Proverbs 24:3 and 30:20 Guardrail #4 Neve...

In this episode, Jim interviews Chad Gunderson, the producer of The Chosen. Chad explains why Jesus is portrayed the way he is in this series. The Jesus in The Chosen relates to the rest of humanity. He is a man that men want to follow. You will love this episode!   Chad Gundersen's producing career began over 25 years ago while in college at the University of North Texas. While there, Chad co-fou...

In this episode, Jim Ramos shares the three causes that are very important to us.  Missionaries Military (oversees active) Men in Underdeveloped Nations Strategic partnership: We believe in forming strategic partnerships with diverse , Christ-centered people, and organizations around the world, who will ultimately put Jesus on display. (Matthew 6:10, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 3:2-7, and Philipp...

Gary Greeno is a pastor, motivational speaker, educator of 30+ years, author, and former basketball coach. His passion is to help people find and live out their purpose while living out the Godly legacy they truly want to leave. Today we will be discussing his book, The Legacy Game Plan: 4 Keys to Living Intentionally Jim and Gary discuss in detail the 4 Part Game Plan for Living Out A Godly Legac...

In this episode, Jim Ramos shares what we at Men in the Arena believe and why it is important. Christ-centered: We unapologetically trust Jesus Christ to protect, grow, and bless Men in the Arena. We will stand up, speak up, and show up for Jesus even to the point of ridicule, persecution, and death. (Luke 1:37, 1 Corinthians 3:7, 2 Timothy 3:12, and Hebrews 10:39) Biblically-based: We believe the...

God wants to help you rid yourself of the things that slow you down. He wants to chisel and hone you into the creation he has intended you to be. Jim Ramos interview Chris Widener on his book, The Angel Inside . Chris Widener has been named one of the top 50 speakers in the world and is a member of the motivational speakers Hall of Fame. From his childhood filled with drama, 28 homes in 11 differe...

Top Books for Men                                                 Listed Alphabetically by Author's last name                           9. The Measure of a Man by Gene Getz Why? Gene's is the first book to define the biblical qualities every godly man must strive for. His book, written over 50 years ago has sold over a million copies to date. Episode #: 255 10. The Elephant in the Marriage by Jaso...