Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

1. You are a homeschool dad. You are the ultimate teacher. 2. Don't give up on your kids. Don't give up on fathering. 3. Just say SURE! 4. Smile at your kids. Make sure they know you like them. They know you love them, but do they know you like them? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.

This interview with Jay Penton is a Regular Joe Episode. Jay is 52 and lives in Prattville, AL with his wife Dana. They have 2 children. Delaney who is 21, a special needs adult who helps mom at home and Joey who is 19 and attends the University of Alabama-Huntsville. Jay has been in law enforcement most of his adult life. He joined the Army as a MP in 1989. Was part of the US invasion of Panama a...

Do you regularly make the easy decisions for the soft and easy life? In this episode Jim will challenge you to make the tough decisions. The ones that most men won't choose. The ones that cause you to have discipline.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.

Jay Payleitner  spent a decade in major market advertising.  (Chicago, Michigan Avenue) But God called him into Christian media.  And he became a busy freelance radio producer for Josh McDowell Radio, Today's Father, Jesus Freaks Radio for Voice of the Martyrs, Project Angel Tree with Chuck Colson, and others. He speaks at marriage conferences, men's retreats, and Iron Sharpens Iron events in 20 s...

Jim Ramos unpacks 3 things that men believe about courage. 1. Courage is not a spiritual gift. 2. Courage is not a fruit of the spirit. 3 Courage is not one of the Ten Commandments. Leave us a positive review. Find us on social media and engage in a conversation about this podcast.  Men in the Arena on Facebook www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us. I...

Elmo Winters is the Founder/Executive Director of the KINGDOM Group International, Inc., an organization dedicated to racial healing, unity and reconciliation utilizing the life changing Gospel of Christ. The KINGDOM Group hosts events to bring diverse groups together for dialogue and relationship building.  Reverend Winters has been in ministry for over 42 years as a Church Planter, Pastor, Bible...

Kent Evans with Manhood Journey joins us again to break down the 3 steps that each man should do to become their best version.  Climb Down - Humility - Admit you need help. Determine the Gaps - What are some areas you need to grow as a man? Spot Helpers -  You need guys around you that can help you identify your week spots. www.manhoodjourney.org   www.fatheronpurpose.org   www.meninthearena.org M...

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...

We believe many are confused what courage look likes. Jim Ramos gives us Four things that we should know. Courage is a personal choice. Courage is a character trait over time. Courage is a call to action. Courage is a sign of strength. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.

Joe Myall has been married three times and has four biological children, 3 sons and 1 daughter, as well as two stepsons. He has 13 grandchildren, with number 14 due in November. Joe's first marriage ended in divorce in 1989 after 19 years for a multitude of reasons, most of which can be boiled down to one statement- "He was not the man God wanted him to be." Joe married Robyn in 1990. Although he...

So many spend a great deal of money and attention on the wedding, but when it comes to the marriage they fail to invest financially or put in the work to make it great. As a parent, what will you be willing to do to help your kids' marriage succeed? Pay for an expensive wedding or invest in their marriage? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.    

Marsh Bull is a technical type guy working with computers for 5 decades. His focus until turning 51 was on my career & getting ahead in the corporate world. He believed he was a good man, working hard to take care of his family. Focusing on his career, he had allowed his home life to crumble. He was working 14 hours a day for IBM when his brokenness finally caught up with him. It was Sat. October...

Men, it so important for our daughters to hear from us that they are beautiful. They need to be hugged by us and told they are loved. If we don't do it some hormonal boy will fill in the gap.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast Contact us.  

For decades Patrick Morley has been regarded as one of America's most respected authorities on the unique challenges and opportunities facing men. Through his speaking and writing, he is a tireless advocate for men, encouraging and inspiring them to change their lives in Christ. "The ministry of Man in the Mirror exists," says Patrick Morley, "in answer to the prayers of all those wives, mothers,...

Do your kids know you love them? Do they know that you are proud of them? This episode is short, but could be the most impactful thing for your kids if you can learn from it.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Intimacy anorexia is relationship disorder that is marked by a lack of intimacy in a relationship. It occurs when someone in a relationship actively withholds emotional, spiritual and sexual intimacy from their spouse or partner. This lack of intimacy harms the marriage, damages the relationship causing pain and loneliness and impacts the spouse or partner significantly. Dr. Douglas Weiss coined t...

The late Regi Campbell authored the book,   What Radical Husbands Do: 12 Steps to Win and Keep Your Wife's Heart, This is one of the greatest books on marriage! It is short but packed full of great principles. True manhood, masculinity, mentoring,  marriage success. and men's ministry tips can be found in this episode. Regi Campbell was an experienced investor and entrepreneur by trade, having bee...

Emerson Eggrichs author of Love & Respect has gieven us a recipe to disarm our angry wife. www.loveandrespect.com What phrase can you say to disarm your angry wife? As men, we have tried many and failed miserably. We wish to give you the tools to respectfully stop the crazy cycle. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

5 Simple Ways to Strengthen Your Marriage . . . When You're Stuck at Home Together By Dr. Gary Chapman Let Sheltering in Place Together be an Opportunity to Renew Your Relationship The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all facets of life. The health crisis has overwhelmed medical workers, business closings have exacerbated financial stress, and—perhaps most unexpectedly—sheltering in place has placed...

There are certain things that separate men from women. Jim calls these 5 things characteristics the Manhood Pentagon. What are are these and how do they contribute to our masculinity?  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Learning how to parent by using the art of questioning and not lecturing. Join us with Hal Perkins as he shows us how to ask the right questions to our children. Hal and Debbi  have given 40 years in studying and strategically applying the principles of making disciples that Jesus modeled and commanded of His followers. Both formally and informally, they relationally discipled their four children...

Men are made to carry heavy loads. What does that mean? What different things are men required to carry to be a Man? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jody Burkeen is the Lead Pastor / Elder for Ignite Church. Jody is an author, speaker and a lover of the word of God. In 2010 he founded Man Up God's Way , a national men's ministry that is challenging men to step up for the kingdom of God. The MAN UP! ministry was birthed out of a desire to change the way Christian men do Christianity. Jody's self-described "Damascus Road Transformation" led him...

Do you know your loved one's love language?  Check out the quiz online. We encourage you to take it and have your spouse and kids take it. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum  

Bill Hendricks is President of The Giftedness Center, a Dallas-based consulting firm specializing in organizational effectiveness and individual career guidance. He is the author or coauthor of twenty books, including  Your Work Matters to God, Living by the Book , and  The Power of Uniqueness . He has written for numerous publications and shares his thoughts regularly at  www. BillHendricks.net ....