Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Eric Boles is the CEO and Founder of The Game Changers, Inc., a noted global expert in talent development and peak performance. Eric greatest impact and focus is on people. His perspectives on managing and leading change, transforming culture and overcoming complacency are laced with practical tools and principles that can be applied to a man's personal life. Eric learned many of his principles of...

Jim Ramos shares his method of reads books, how he gets the most out of the book and when to put a book down when it does not speak to you. This podcast is packed with practical ways to get the most out of a book.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

If you are a dad you need to listen to this episode! Your kids probably already have an addiction to something and you may not even realize it! Brad Huddleston is an internationally respected speaker, consultant, teacher and author on the important issues such as technology and culture. He has worked with universities, schools, churches and law enforcement, and spoken to hundreds of thousands arou...

There are plenty of good habits that men in the stress bubble should have. Here is one that we believe you need to have to stay sharp and to lead well. Remember, "Leaders are Learners". www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

This Equipping Episode is taken from Jim's newest book, STRONG MEN DANGEROUS TIMES, Five Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World.  This chapter is Tip of the Spear, Lead by Example.  Guys, are you at least doing something to lead?  "You have to go out. You don't have to come back." ~Unofficial Coast Guard motto www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Jim Whitmore shares about his "unique" relationship with his father and how he was still able to honor him. His father was married 15 times, and walked out of Death Row in the State Texas! His story should challenge all men in the area of honoring our parents.   Jim Whitmore has worked at FamilyLife for 23 years and currently serves as the Event Producer for FamilyLife events, like the Love Like Y...

This equipping episode is inspired by our interview with Michelle Watson Canfield. This is the T.A.L.K. method to use with your daughter.  Time: Carve It Out Affection: She Will Get It Somewhere Listen: Your Greatest Gift Kindness: If It is Broken, DON'T Fix It www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast  

Kenneth Joyner is the director and co-founder of Boys With A Purpose, a nonprofit After-school Mentoring Organization for young boys. The organization has been serving the Charleston, South Carolina area since 2016. Growing   up without his father sparked a passion to help young men develop their gifts and to ultimately find their life's purpose. The passion started in 1998 when he led a youth gro...

Inspired by our interview with Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield: What are 5 things a dad whisperer does?   #1 HE LIKES HIS DAUGHTERS AND ENJOYS BEING WITH THEM #2 HE LETS THEM LEAP, LAUGH AND LOVE BEACUSE HE LETS THEM BE WHO THEY ARE #3 HE LISTENS TO HIS DAUGHTER #4 HE SETS LIMITS #5 HIS DAUGHTERS FOLLOW HIS LEAD IN HONORING HIS FAITH IN JESUS www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Supp...

Kenneth Joyner is the director and co-founder of Boys With A Purpose, a nonprofit After-school Mentoring Organization for young boys. The organization has been serving the Charleston, South Carolina area since 2016. Growing   up without his father sparked a passion to help young men develop their gifts and to ultimately find their life's purpose. The passion started in 1998 when he led a youth gro...

You are not meant to be anonymous. God has placed you in the time place you are in to be a light for Him. So pray this prayer. God put me on display so that I can bring you glory. No more hiding in the pews at your church. Get into the arena! www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

In January 2010 Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield founded The Abba Project where she leads dads of daughters ages 13 to 30 to dial in with more intention and consistency to their heart space. She leads a local group in Portland, Oregon annually every year from September through May. (you can read more under The Abba Project ) Dr. Michelle has coached offspring Abba Project groups in Virginia and Washin...

Persecution of Christians is very prevalent around the world. In America we really don't experience it. But the day is coming. How soft are we when it comes to our faith? We may need to pray for persecution. Are you ready? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast

Justen Overlander is the associate producer of The Chosen , the first-ever multi-season show about Jesus and His followers. The global success of The Chosen has allowed Justen to reach and remind people that Jesus meets you where you're at. As a former teacher and coach, Justen is passionate about bringing the best out of everyone and reminding them that nothing can separate them from the love of...

… Accepting your wife Our first year of marriage was hell and you can read about it in my book Strong Men, Dangerous Times. We were married 9 months after dating and really didn't know each other the way we probably should have. I discovered that it was easier to love her than to accept her. I needed to accept who she was.   I had to accept I had no power to change Shanna, but I could change my at...

Dan Wobschall has been in sexual addiction ministry since 2012 and joined the team at Be Broken Ministries in 2015 where he currently serves as Director Gateway to Freedom . Dan is the currently Executive Director for BoldPath Life Strategies . He is a sexual addiction recovery coach for men, has been a contributor to the Covenant Eyes blogging team, and worked with them at a few Covenant Eyes eve...

Why it is Bad???? The Bible GEN 2:24 For this reason a man shall leave his father and his mother, and be joined to his wife; and they shall become one flesh. 1 COR 7: 1 Now concerning the things about which you wrote, it is good for a man not to touch a woman.  2  But because of immoralities, each man is to have his own wife, and each woman is to have her own husband.  3  The husband must fulfill...

In this episode we will hear from Jim Ramos speaking At Boones Chapel in Prattville, Alabama. Every so often we will feature Jim speaking live at one of his event. At the end of this episode go to www.meninthearena.org and   pick up Jim's newest Book, Strong Man Dangerous times. Five Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World.   Jim speaks on Grit. Men, never give up. They don't throw i...

Have you ever been called soft? Or maybe, you think you are so hardcore with no flaws. We all have something we need to work on. What is yours? A man in the arena allows other men to speak into their lives and help them identify their weaknesses.  www.bvoam.com   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...

Dr. Clarence Schuler was filmed as a marriage expert for one session of Oprah's "Love Goals" reality show in 2020. He & his wife Brenda are members of FamilyLife's Weekend to Remember Marriage Getaway Speaker Team. He serves on the Fatherhood CoMission Board. Clarence partners with Gary Chapman and speaks at The Five Love Languages and Date Night events. He has authored 10 books including our book...

The TRAIL'S END is FINISHING STRONG because it is the functional as well as foundational component of manhood. Why do so many men finish wrong and so few finish strong?   Men in the Arena. Men in the Stress Bubble raising kids right now, listen up! Do you want to finish strong? GOOD!          Here is how. Finish every day strong (6:00 -9:00), compounded over time, will equal a strong LIFE finish....

Kent Evans is the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps fathers become disciple-makers. After a twenty-year career as a business leader, he embarked on biblical Fatherhood ministry projects. He's appeared on television, radio, web outlets and podcasts. He's spoken at parenting and men's events. His first book, Wise Guys: Unlocking Hidden Wisdom from the Men Ar...

The DESCENT is LEADING COURAGEOUSLY because it is the functional as well as foundational component of manhood. Every year more people die on the DESCENT than the climb. SERVANT (1 Timothy 3:1, and Acts 20:28) I find true joy in serving others. My family would say that I am a willing servant. TEACHER (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:9) I regularly share my Christian beliefs. I often share with others wha...

Patrick is the founder and Executive Director of Ironman Outdoors , a men's ministry whose mission is to "Connect Men to Christ in the Outdoors." Patrick and his army of volunteer pro staffers lead over 40 weekend hunting and fishing retreats for men each year. From humble beginnings in his Sunday School class, the ministry has grown to 14 states and offers life changing weekends for men each year...

The summit is PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY because it is apex of masculinity It is the summit of manhood. PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY HOSPITABLE   (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:8) I come alive when I can bless someone with a gift or help them in a time of need. I love to make people feel welcome. GENEROUS       (1 Timothy 3:3 and Titus 1:7) I give at least 10% my income to the causes I care about. I am kn...