Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

This Equipping in Ten breaks down some practical steps that you can do to create a climate of connection in your blended family. Jim takes some nuggets from Ron Deal's book Building Love Together in Blended Families. Jim also shares what his family did when he was in the growing up in his blended family. Enter to win your Free Copy of Building Love Together in Blended Families. Use this LINK to ac...

Ron L. Deal is one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. He is founder of Smart Stepfamilies™, Director of FamilyLife Blended® for FamilyLife®, the author of over a dozen books and video resources on stepfamily living including the bestselling books Building Love Together in Blended Families with Dr. Gary Chapman His podcast FamilyLife Blended with Ron Deal...

Ron L. Deal is one of the most widely read and viewed experts on blended families in the country. He is founder of Smart Stepfamilies ™, Director of FamilyLife Blended® for FamilyLife®, the author of over a dozen books and video resources on stepfamily living including the bestselling books Building Love Together in Blended Families with Dr. Gary Chapman His podcast FamilyLife Blended with Ron Dea...

This is the first of a half dozen strategic times a year we interview what we call our "Average Joes Arena Heroes". We also highlight these guys on our weekly E-Blast through our WAMGI (When a man Gets It) story. These are guys like you and me who are in the arena fighting for those people and causes they love. Don't get me wrong, our experts and authors are WILL continue to be our bread and butte...

In Mark Batterson's book, Play the Man , he writes about the 7 virtues a man should have to become the man God created him to be. Jim Ramos breaks each one down in this short equipping podcast. 1. Tough Love 2. Childlike Wonder 3. Will Power 4. Raw Passion 5. True Grit 6. Clear Vision 7. Moral Courage www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the A...

We believe that too many men these days lack Grit. If things get hard some males bail. If the "Feeling" of love dwindles they bail. "Men are made for pressure" - Brian Doyle In this episode we challenge men to have Grit. Boots on the Ground If you are lacking Grit, get around Men who will challenge you to be a man of Grit. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast T...

In this episode Jim shares about those areas in our lives that we may need to build some grit into. For some it may be our diet. For some it might be purity or thought life. Only you know what that is for you. Jim wants to encourage you to build some grit where you may be lacking.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Gary Chapman has a passion for helping people form lasting relationships. He is known around the world as a marriage counselor, director of marriage seminars, and his nationally-syndicated radio programs air nationally on Moody Radio Network and over 400 affiliate stations. He has authored many books including Five Love Languages that has sold over  12 MILLION copies. He is also the co-author of C...

During uncertain times we may find ourselves scared or fearful. Jim Ramos shares what our response to fear should look like. What has caused you fear recently and where is your focus? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Robert Lewis - Founder, BetterMan Few have had as significant an impact on discipling men in the past forty years than Robert Lewis. As a pastor, speaker, and author, Robert's passion for leading men to grow in biblical manhood led him to produce the Men's Fraternity film series in 1995. This three-year men's curriculum quickly spread into churches, businesses, colleges, and even correctional faci...

This episode is from our Covid-19 series which we have been producing Live on Facebook each day at 4pm PST. To find all of these video messages follow this link. With all the distractions in this world what is causing you not to focus on Jesus so you can find your joy and peace? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Chad Hennings joins us and shares about his service to our country flying the A10 Thunderbolt in combat to playing in the NFL and winning 3 Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys, to starting Wingmen ministries and being a part of Promise Keepers . Boots on the Ground  Get into some kind of virtual group. Find some sort of online men's small group. Let us know if you need help. www.meninthearena.org...

In this episode Jim shares some practical advice from scripture on staying CALM in the midst of the storms of life. Especially in the midst of Covid-19. What does it look like to stay CALM? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Paul Cole shares from his book Just a Bartender, Unexpected People Change Their World. Paul Louis Cole is President of the Christian Men's Network Worldwide and Founding Pastor of C3 Church in Dallas, Texas.  CMN is active in 138 nations, connecting over 86,000 leaders.  Paul is married to Judi Cole, a wonderful leader and talented designer.  Paul writes, speaks and travels extensively encouraging...

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Nathan from Minnesota, ‪How do you go about meeting single Christian women... I mean seriously, there seems to be an issue within Christian men and Christian culture or maybe it's me. I just don't get it. Dating is the dumbest thing and same with courtship. I'm darn near just becoming a bachelor for life. Aaron lives in Missouri ‪Why is it so hard to get the church involved in the discipleship of...

In this episode Cody from Skyway Roasters from Buffalo Wy, shares his expertise on roasting your own coffee at home. You don't have to stockpile coffee from the can. You can have your own awesome coffee even if the world is shut down!  Enter the Drawing!  Skyway Roasters Facebook Page Skyway Roasters Website Skywayroasters@gmail.com www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the...

Sam Black is the VP of Covenant Eyes. At Men in the Arena we believe that every man should protect his family by protecting all of the devices in his home with Covenant Eyes. We are affiliates with Covenant Eyes and you get 30 days free by using our link below. Sam shares the statistics that includes kids and ages that struggle and are exposed porn during this pandemic. You may think this doesn't...

The 5 B's: Body, Beans, Bandaids, Bullets, Bullion Jim breaks these all down for you in the podcast. These are things you should have on hand to take care of your family.  www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Gary McCusker and Ray De La Nuez help us tackle these Men in the Arena questions.  Matt from IL. If a single never married man marries a woman who divorced her previous husband, but there was no infidelity is that marriage a continual sin?   Joshua from in New Hampshire. I struggle most with balancing my life. God, full time single Dad, raising a toddler, work (self employed in my case), church, f...

This episode covers the 3's. What should every man carry on or near him for 3 seconds, 3 minutes, 3 days, 3-6 months, or 3 years? Jim reveals what he thinks is important for every man to have. www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

Jack Ward is founder and president of Rugged Faith Ministries located in Springdale, Arkansas. A former high school coach turned businessman, Ward now directs a Christian non-profit that uses outdoor adventure to equip believers and reach the lost. Rugged Faith hosts week-end retreats called Rugged Faith Boot Camp. These one and two day camps feature a blend of outdoor adventure and sound biblical...

You ask the questions and Jim Ramos will attack them for you. How do you set an example of strength even when we feel weak? Do men have to be physically fit and love sports to be considered masculine? As a man of Christ how do you bring wife back to Christ? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum

  God has given you five innate passions as a man Protector Defender: Your family FIRST… Fighter Provider Pursuer Builder Leader Sacrificer Finisher Conqueror My Plan 3 Minutes: Pocket knife, cell phone, doctor numbers, Notes with all pertinent info. MY car has duct tape, tool and other necessities 3 Hours: Electricity goes out/ snow day 3 Days: 72-hour kits in many local stores, Emergency Essenti...

You ask the questions and Jim Ramos will attack them for you. How do you know who your battle buddy is and why is it so difficult to open up to him? How do you find a battle buddy? And the second question is, how do you know when you are a man? www.meninthearena.org Men in the Arena Books and Swag Support the Podcast The online Men in the Arena forum