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Equipping Men In Ten Episodes

Ten-minute, laser-focused teaching by Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Oct. 31, 2023

How to Be TOUGH: The 4 M's of Toughness - Equipping Men in Ten EP 689

Think you're TOUGH? Don't be so sure. There are four areas of toughness, one in which even 80% of Navy Seals are statistically weak. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, author and pastor Jim Ramos outlines the four M's of toughness and helps...

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Oct. 24, 2023

Which Type of Christian Are You? - Equipping Men in Ten EP 688

There are two types of Christian men. Which one are you? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos identifies the difference between a "Christian" and a real follower of Jesus. You'll wall away from this episode knowing which type...

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Oct. 17, 2023

Christian vs. Non-Christian Marriage: Part 2 - Equipping Men in Ten E…

This is part two in this series contrasting Christian and non-Christian marriage. Did you know that two Christian spouses don't necessarily add up to a Christian marriage? Divorce is an epidemic in the Church because Christians are approaching...

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Oct. 9, 2023

Are You Two Christians in a NON-CHRISTIAN Marriage? 7 Ways to Tell - …

Did you know that two Christian spouses don't necessarily add up to a Christian marriage? Divorce is an epidemic in the Church because Christians are approaching marriage like functional athiests. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim...

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Oct. 5, 2023

Fan or Follower? Jim Ramos Preaching at Redeemer's Church in Reedley …

Are you a Christ FOLLOWER? You sure 'bout that? In this Sunday Sermon given by pastor Jim Ramos at Redeemer's Church in Reedley, CA, Jim walks you through the time Jesus was approached by three different fans, what He told them they needed to do to...

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Sept. 26, 2023

Why Men Die First: The Mantle of Manhood - Equipping Men in Ten EP 679

Ever wonder why men tend to die before women? There are practical reasons and spiritual ones. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos explores the mantle of manhood and the story of Zuriel, the Mason, the Warrior and the Moving...

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Sept. 19, 2023

AMA #9: A Christian Response to Transgenderism and Gender Identity Is…

In this Ask Me Anything episode, pastor Jim Ramos answers the following questions submitted by followers on social media: 1. "How do I respond as a Christian to gender dysphoria/transgenderism/gender identity issues?" 2. "You talk about all the...

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Sept. 15, 2023

AMA #8: Should I Say 'I Love You' Even If I Don't? - Equipping Men in…

In this Ask Me Anything episode, Jim Ramos answers these three questions submitted by followers on Men in the Arena's social media: "Should a husband say 'I love you' even if you are struggling  with loving her or even if you aren’t there?...

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Sept. 12, 2023

AMA #7: Christian Men and Sexy/Thirst-Trap Social Media Accounts - Eq…

In this AMA episode, Jim Ramos answers three questions submitted by our social media audience: 1. "Is a Christian man commenting on or following sexy/thirst trap type social media accounts infidelity?" 2. "What if my 'Christian' boyfriend or fiance is...

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Sept. 8, 2023

AMA #6: Is Marriage Still Worth the Risk for Men? | Minimum Required …

In this AMA episode, pastor Jim Ramos answers three questions submitted by followers on social media: "With the way marriage screws over the husband if a divorce happens and the wife can take half his assets and his kids, is it really worth the risk?"...

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Sept. 5, 2023

AMA #5: Avoiding First Responder Burnout | Reconnecting With Your Spo…

In this AMA episode, Jim Ramos answers these two questions submitted by followers on our social media: "I am a police officer and am in the Coast Guard reserve. I have spent my entire adult life in service to my community and/or country. I feel my...

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Aug. 29, 2023

AMA #4: How to Choose a Church - Equipping Men in Ten EP 672

In this AMA episode, Jim answers this question submitted by a follower: "How do you pick a church? I want to know how Jim Ramos would pick a random town in a random state, move there, and pick a church. What are the things you look for that are...

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Aug. 25, 2023

AMA #3: Advice for Divorced Dads, Fathers and Men in the Stress Bubbl…

In this AMA episode, Jim answers 3 questions submitted by followers on social media: "How should I handle my ex-wife bashing me to our kids?" "How can I lead my kids into a real, deep and authentic relationship with God?" "How can I prepare for the...

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Aug. 22, 2023

AMA #2: Advice for Single, Dating and Engaged Christians - Equipping …

In this AMA episode, Jim answers 4 questions submitted by followers on social media: "How do I find my spouse? I’ve been praying and waiting.” - Guboyz89 on Instagram "When should a young person know they are ready for marriage?" - Andrea D. on...

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Aug. 18, 2023

AMA #1: How to Know You've Been Called to Vocational Ministry; Why I'…

Jim kicks off an AMA series to answer listener questions. This week he answers: "When you were called into the ministry (like I believe I am being called into right now) how did you truly know? When did you know it was your calling from God to be in...

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