Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Top Books for Men                                                 Listed Alphabetically by Author's last name                           What Radical Husbands Do by Regi Campbell Why?   This book is short, easy to read, and offers memorable and practical advice for being a better husband. It me the first time I read it but how clear, honest and succinct this book is. Episode #: 362 Let's Talk: Conv...

Inspiration for our 65k Push-Up Challenge! This interview will be a huge inspiration for you on your push-up journey. Rod Handley inspired our challenge! Rod had Stage 4 cancer, and was so weak that he couldn't do a single push-up, but then decided he was going to do 200 per day, 6 days per week. By the end of the year, he was cranking out 200 strict push-ups! This is a must-listen. Rod Handley is...

Sathiya Sam helps men overcome sexual temptations with his 5 principles. Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker that helps men live with confidence and integrity. A recovered addict himself, Sathiya is the creator of DeepClean – a research-based and Bible-backed system for overcoming porn addiction. DeepClean has helped everyone from college students to medical doctors regain control of their lives an...

The full capacity man knows the Bible, he shows that the Bible is in him, and he apposes false teachings.   An overseer, then, must be…able to teach. — 1 Timothy 3:2   For the overseer must be…holding fast the faithful word, which is in accordance with the teaching, so that he will be able both to exhort in sound doctrine and to refute those who contradict. — Titus 1:7 and 9   Be diligent to prese...

Jim gives you some practical things you can do this Christmas to keep Christ in Christmas. You can also find some great ideas from past Christmas episodes. Check out Episodes 304 , 306 , and 405 . The Bethlehem Star on Youtube. Boots on the Ground:   What do you do to bring your family closer to Jesus on Christmas?   Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughter...

Men, you are called to be the leaders in your home. You are also the spiritual leader. This should not cause you fear because you are not sure what to do. It should, however, cause you to do something. Anything. Just lead.   "A leader is one who sees more than others see, who sees farther than others see, and who sees before others see." -Leroy Eims Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fat...

Thank you for for helping us get to Episode 500! Because of our listeners we have been able to reach men in 126 countries and help them take a step closer to becoming their best version in Christ.  In this episode we take a stroll back to some of the good, bad, and ugly episodes. We look at how we have progressed and share how God has had his hand on us.  Links to great podcasts: Paul and Virginia...

Bob Thomason shares how he stays close to Jesus, loves his wife, and lives faithfully for Christ. He does this by keeping the things that he did in the beginning. Bob has a true belief that Jesus is the restorer and there is always a second chance.     Do you love your wife, if, or do you love her, because? -Bob Thomason There is no stronger man than one humbly submitted to Christ.   - Bob Thomaso...

The sacrificial man lays his life down for others. He fights for the great kingdom causes in this world. He willingly serves others when it is not convenient. This man is a Full capacity Man.   THINK OF YOURSELF, LESS For the overseer must not (be) self-willed. — Titus 1:7 Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Book...

In this episode you will get life wisdom from the winningest coach in college football.  "Discipline is not what you do to a person but what you do for a person." -Ad Rutschman  Adolf "Ad" Rutschman  (born October 30, 1931) is an American football coach, former baseball coach, and college athletics administrator. He was a head football coach for 24 seasons, head baseball coach for 13 seasons, and...

Are you a servant to others? Are you compelled to serve because the living Spirit lives in you? The Christian man is a servant. "Beware of the false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes, nor figs from thistles, are they? So every good tree bears good fruit, but the bad tree bea...

A devout man has certain characteristics that set him apart from other men who call themselves "Christians." How are you doing in these areas.   For the overseer must be…devout. —Titus 1:7-8 Paul, a bond-servant of Christ Jesus, called as an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God. —Romans 1:1 Devoted to consistent church attendance.   Devoted to a pure and holy life of Biblical obedience.   Devo...

In this episode Rich Gorecki talks about men and their need for authentic relationships with other men. Who do you have in your inner circle? Rich Gorecki is a self-professed "regular kind of guy" who writes from his own struggles with work-life balance that teetered on depression and his experiences with friendships. Rich's concept of " GodBuddies " led to his personal blog and recent book about...

In this episode Jim challenges fathers to do some sort of rite of passage with his kids. How will they know they entered manhood? It is up to fathers to usher them into this stage in their lives. It is also important to bring other men around them to share what manhood looks like.  Get Your Copy Now!  of Tell Them, What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters www.meninthearena.org Men in the A...

Brian Tome shares what the five marks of a man are. By this definition, are you a man? At the end of the podcast we will ask you to identify what areas you need to work on.  Brian Tome is the founding and senior pastor of Crossroads Church, 2017's fastest-growing church in America. Brian has authored four books including his best-seller, The Five Marks of a Man. He also hosts The Aggressive Life p...

The good man is not always a nice man. The Good man does good things, spends time with good people, and his actions are good. Men, stop being a nice man and be a good man.   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

Most men live an average or below-average life. What does it take to live above average? You will love this episode with Robert Owen! Robert Hamilton Owens is a man of many hats. He's been and done a lot – mountain climbing, radio and TV personality, keynote speaker, minister, Ironman, philanthropist, triathlete, Special Ops Pararescue man, and father of five – to name a few. But of all the pursui...

A full capacity man is a generous man. He knows that he can not out give God. With the riches God has given you, are you generous with them? Jim shares from his book Full Capacity Man, how a generous man lives. An overseer must be…free from the love of money. — 1 Timothy 3:2-3 Since an overseer manages God's household, he must be blameless—…not pursuing dishonest gain.                — Titus 1:7 (...

Episode 436 called "You are Soft" was our most responded to podcast—good and bad. After listening to it recently, I still stand on what I said, "WE ARE SOFT." Soft equals weak. SO, when I say soft, I mean we are weak. Which is why I wrote the book, "STRONG Men Dangerous Times" People think Jesus was a pastor, I think he was more of a coach. Listen as Jim unpacks these thoughts.  Get Your Copy Now!...

Are you the Peacefaker, Peacebreaker, or Peacemaker? In this episode from Jim's book the Full Capacity Man , Jim explains what each one is and what a full capacity man should be.  An overseer, then, must be…peaceable. — 1 Timothy 3:2-3 Now the overseer is… not quarrelsome . — 1 Timothy 3:2-3 (NIV)   "Peacemakers see conflict as an opportunity to solve problems in a way that not only benefits every...

What can happen in your life if you are driven by godly values? Dive into this podcast with Ryan Chamberlin and see what his values have driven him to create for you and me. Ryan Chamberlin is an author, speaker, and leadership influencer. For 25 years he worked with thousands of entrepreneurs, assisting them in growing their influence and profitability. Ryan has authored 4 books on value-driven s...

In this Equipping in Ten Episode Jim challenges our way of thinking when we seek to understand what it means to be a hospitable man. Can you say that you are that man?  For the overseer must be…hospitable. — Titus 1:7-8 ( 1 Timothy 3:2) "If a man be gracious and courteous to strangers, it shows he is a citizen of the world."                      — Francis Bacon (1561-1626) Do not neglect to show h...

When you see a child what happens in your soul? For Wess Stafford he knows that one moment, one word can launch them into greatness. So, Wess doesn't miss a chance to make a mark for Jesus in a child's heart.   Dr. Wess Stafford is President Emeritus of Compassion International, one of the world's largest Christian child development organizations, partnering with more than 60 denominations and 7,0...

In this Equipping in Ten episode Jim talks about what it means to be that man who is the protector.  -Never Pick a Fight. Finish It. Now the overseer is… not violent. — 1 Timothy 3:2-3 (NIV) An overseer…must (not) be…pugnacious. — 1 Timothy 3:2-3 "There is one fairly good reason for fighting—and that is, if the other man starts it…When you can be perfectly certain that the other man started them,...

In this episode, Jim shares from his newest book, Tell Them: What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters. This is a free download for a limited time.  In this book, Jim shares 200 things that dads should share with their kids. Each page is one day with a challenge and a scripture. It is filled with practical conversation-starters that will help you set your kids up for greater success in know...