Episodes

Need a quick, boots-on-the-ground revamp of your marriage? In today's interview clip, Jim Ramos talks to Drs. Paul and Virginia Friesen. They give 3 practical tips to make sure you come out victorious in your marriage. Check out Paul and Virginia’s book, The Marriage App: Unlocking the Irony of Intimacy https://tinyurl.com/marriageapp115 If you want the full interview, you can listen to it here!

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #656 Is your young adult child rebelling, or threatening to leave the faith altogether? Even kids raised in a solid Christian homes can end up doing stupid stuff that doesn't match Christian values. In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Jim Ramos gives you 7 steps you can take to love your child back into a relationship with God. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails ...

Do you struggle to say YES to the things God places on your heart? t’s a struggle for many of us, including Jonah in the Bible. In this rebooted message, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches from the story of Jonah about the power of saying YES to God’s will and the dangers of saying NO. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. https://me...

We know that we're supposed to forgive, but what if someone has wronged you so deeply that you don't know where to start? In this week's interview, Dr. Bruce Hebel joined us to teach you how to forgive using his 7 Protocols of Forgiveness. You've heard it before: "Bitterness is the poison we drink hoping someone else dies." You've been drinking poison, brother, but this episode is your 7-step antidote. Check out https://tinyurl.com/forgiveness115 for more information! Want to protect yo...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #741 "Christians are sexist!” “The Bible is misogynistic!” We’ve all heard the accusations: many atheists and deconstructing Christians assert that the Bible endorses the oppression of women. In this week’s 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos responds to the accusation that the Bible is a work that subjugates women and endorses sexism, and teaches you how you might be reading certain passages...

Men are built to bond through challenge and shared purpose. In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with Kenn Walsh to talk about why the wilderness has become a place where men reconnect with who they are and discover God's calling on their lives. Kenn also shares practical steps to pursue God even when you aren't in the wilderness. Check out www.thewildernessexp.org for more information Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Mar...

Ever handled a situation with your wife so poorly that you wished you could rewind and do it all over again? What happens when your brain’s programming from childhood collide with real-life challenges in your marriage? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos brings in expert Ron Deal for insight on how your brain’s wiring can lead to assumptions or reactions that sabotage communication. You'll get four practical steps to stop your toxic cycles in their tracks, rebuild trust, and learn how to ...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #648 How much TV do you watch each night? If you're a typical American, it might add up to more than you think. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos takes a look at television's place in the life of a Christian man. Some of the ideas in this episode are related to our audio-only interviews with Matt Friedman (Kill the Flatscreen and Discipleship and Your Kids) about his book, Discipleship i...

What’s the one verse that drives your life and shapes your faith journey? You need a verse to call our own that challenges you to live purposefully. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos introduces the idea of a 'death verse'—a scripture that will define you when you meet Jesus face to face. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too ...

In this rapid-fire edit of our multiple interviews with Michelle Watson Canfield (“The Dad Whisperer”), she blasts through 15 practical ideas for connecting with your daughter taken from her book ‘Dad, Here’s What I Really Need from You: A Guide for Connecting with Your Daughter’s Heart.’ Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear y...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #735 Are you a know-it-all? Do you have trouble taking criticism? Pretty sure you don’t need direction from others? Find yourself judging the way others do things? Having a TEACHABLE spirit is vital when you’re living out your best version of life in Christ. Even so, many of us walk around with a “know-it-all” attitude. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you 6 secrets a “kno...

Can you follow Jesus without being part of a local church? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Ben Sullivan to tackle this tough topic head-on. By defining what the church truly is and digging into Scripture, they separate tradition from biblical truth and answer one of the most common questions men wrestle with today. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. You can start a mi...

What happens when culture starts preaching louder than the Bible? Are Christian men standing firm—or slowly drifting with the current? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with pastor and author Aaron Graham to talk about the subtle lies pulling Christians away from biblical truth. Aaron explains how faith rarely collapses overnight, and how we can engage culture without compromising truth. Check out Aaron's new book, ‘Unshakable Faith’! (https://tinyurl.com/unshakable115) W...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #719 Congrats brother, you’ve married a strong Christian woman. But, what does she NEED from you? In her core, what does she need and want from you on a daily basis? In today’s 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the 4 core desires of every woman and the practical ways you can meet those needs. Jim pulls from Michael Thompson’s (ep. 710) book KING ME(https://tinyurl.com/kingme115), taki...

(Part 2) Are you mentally tough enough to finish what God has called you to do? When life gets hard, do you keep climbing or turn back? In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten Jim Ramos uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to break down the path to mental toughness. Every climb has stages—the ascent, the challenges along the way, and the descent after the mission is complete. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. ...

Why do so many men feel lost, stuck, or anonymous? Why do so few have a cause worth fighting for? In this week’s message, Jim Ramos challenges men to find their hill to die on—a God-given purpose that is bigger than themselves. Before a man can discover his mission, he must first know who he is and whose he is in Christ. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #710 You work hard, but are you working the right way? Will you be done working when you're retired? What place should work have in the life of a Christian man? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos walks you through a brief theology of work, teaching you what the Bible says about the work you're doing to provide for your family, and helps you identify ways you might be viewing work wr...

Are you mentally tough enough to finish what God has called you to do? When life gets hard, do you keep climbing or turn back? In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten Jim Ramos uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to break down the path to mental toughness. Every climb has stages—the ascent, the challenges along the way, and the descent after the mission is complete. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. Has Men in ...

Every marriage has defining moments and those sudden realizations can change how you see your spouse, your relationship, and yourself. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to bestselling author and marriage expert Emerson Eggerichs. Emerson shares powerful "lightbulb moments" and unpacks key shifts in perspective that can strengthen communication and change the direction of your marriage for years to come. Check out Emerson’s new book: ‘Lightbulb Moments’ ! (tinyurl.com/lightbul...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #681 Ever feel like your prayers aren't doing anything? Do you wonder if you're praying the wrong way, or for the wrong things? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the prayer method that he credits with growing Men in the Arena from 15 men in a coffee shop to impacting millions of men worldwide: the 5 "P's" of EFFECTIVE prayer. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free...

When your adult child walks away from the faith, the heartbreak can be real. So how do you stay connected and continue pointing them toward Jesus without pushing them further away? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos talks with good friend Kurt Stone. They share practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for parents navigating this difficult season. Learn how to build bridges and faithfully minister to your child while trusting God with the outcome. Want to protect your marriage...

The world doesn't need more passive men. Jim Ramos delivers a passionate message titled 'To Stand’ at the 2026 Man Camp at Washington Family Ranch. ‘To Stand’ means when it's costly and unpopular. God is calling men to courage, conviction, and action. This message will challenge you to stop sitting on the sidelines and start living boldly for Christ. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. Has Men in the Arena hel...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, 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 you determine if there's an area you need to get tough. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It...

Almost 100 years ago, a study uncovered a pattern shared by every collapsing civilization: sexual chaos always came first. In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos takes a look at the connection between strong societies and men who live with sexual discipline and faithfulness. The Bible’s warnings about lust, adultery, and self-control weren’t random rules. They were instructions for human flourishing. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriag...