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March 26, 2025

The Easy Way a Man Can Change a Fatherless Boy’s Life in One Hour - P…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 800, Becoming a Rescuer: How One Man Rescued Me w/ Rick Magee.   Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God   This episode is...

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March 25, 2025

My Next Book According to Chat GPT – Equipping Men in Ten EP 831

What if we let ChatGPT write a book using Jim's past work? Would it align with the principles of Men in the Arena? In this week’s engaging 10-minute episode, Jim dives into ChatGPT’s take on what "it" thinks he would write his next book,...

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March 21, 2025

‘Life Verses’ Aren’t Enough: Why Every Christian Man Needs a DEATH Ve…

What’s the one verse that drives your life and shapes your faith journey? Men, we need a verse to call our own that challenges us to live purposefully. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos introduces the idea of a 'death verse'—a...

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March 19, 2025

Why Duck Dynasty Almost Didn’t Happen - Podcast Highlight: Willie Rob…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 744, Becoming A Gospeler W/ Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson.   Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God   This episode is...

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March 18, 2025

5 Techniques Strong Men Master for Healing That ‘Males’ Avoid – Equip…

Are you ready to heal and step into victory? Becoming your best version takes more than just willpower—it requires the right tools and actionable steps. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos unpacks five transformative steps...

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March 14, 2025

One Critical Thing Godly Dads Do DAILY (Instead of Scrolling) – Messa…

Can storytelling really shape the future of your family and community?  Storytelling isn’t just about preserving history— it can empower your tribe and strengthen your leadership. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos emphasizes the...

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March 12, 2025

What to Do When You’re Burned Out (and How to Prevent It) – Podcast H…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 674: AMA #5: Avoiding First Responder Burnout. For a related episode check out EP 700: Inner Peace for Peace Officers w/ Paul Lee.

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March 11, 2025

Tactical Listening: Listen Better Than Other Dads (5 Ways) – Equippin…

Men, are you genuinely listening to those around you, or are you simply waiting for your turn to talk? Becoming the best version of yourself in Christ includes learning to be the best listener, so you can truly support and minister to your loved ones...

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March 7, 2025

The Naked Truth: What Christian Sexual Freedom Looks Like w/ Cynthia …

Men, are you ready to step up and protect your wife and daughters, while standing strong against the world’s distorted messages? God calls us to be protectors, leaders, and to walk boldly in His truth! In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos...

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March 5, 2025

QUICK HIT (3 Min): Becoming a Disciplined Man: Make Decisions Against…

Do you need self-discipline? Jesus is the ultimate disciplined man! In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a Disciplined man like Jesus, and what the Bible says self-discipline in the life of a godly Christian man looks like,...

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March 4, 2025

Men’s Group Recruitment: The 5 C's Method for Building an Unshakeable…

Want to build a men's group that lasts? There is a proven stagedy to recruiting and retaining men for a thriving ministry. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos discusses the ingrediants for sucessful recruitment in men’s...

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Feb. 28, 2025

Modern Christian Parents are Ditching the ‘Sex Talk’: Here’s What The…

Guys, are you ready to take back control of the sex education your kids receive? It’s been an ever growing trend to let outside influences shape our children’s understanding of sexuality.  In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Rodney...

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Feb. 26, 2025

3 Dad Regrets Every Father Must Avoid (Before It's Too Late) - Podcas…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 872: 5 Leadership Secrets Jesus Used That Dads Need to Know: Leading Your Kids How Christ Led the Twelve w/ Barrett Johnson. Get your tickets now for The Unbreakable Boy movie: This episode is...

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Feb. 25, 2025

Weeds: 3 Ancient Temptations Still Destroying Christian Men Today – J…

What "weeds" do you find yourself continiously battling in your life? How do they affect your spiritual growth? What practical steps can you take today to start rooting out sin and planting seeds of love, joy, and peace? In this week’s message,...

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Feb. 21, 2025

The #DadPrep Method: Stop Being Just a Father, Become a DAD w/ Jeff S…

Dads, we all aspire to leave a lasting legacy behind but the stress bubble can beat us down over time. Are you getting the support and encouragment you need to stay in the fight?  In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Jeff Springer,...

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Feb. 19, 2025

QUICK HIT: Becoming a Gentle Man: Be a Gentle Giant Among Men – Diale…

Christian men are called to gentleness, NOT weakness. If gentle is not weak, then what is it? In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a Gentle man like Jesus, and what the Bible says gentleness in the life of a godly Christian...

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Feb. 18, 2025

How a Christian Soldier Loves His Enemies in Combat w/ Lt Col Stuart …

Radical, all-out faith and forgiveness is rare—especially in the midst of a high-stakes military mission. In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Lt Col Stuart "Scar" Sullivan, a former B-2 stealth bomber pilot turned passionate faith leader....

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Feb. 14, 2025

BODY COUNT: Dealing with Your Wife’s Sexual History w/ Richard De La …

Do you struggle with your wife’s sexual past? Find yourself dwelling on thoughts of her with other men, or resentful that she didn’t save herself for you? God's grace can transform your relationship, even when facing your partner's past mistakes....

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Feb. 12, 2025

How Trauma Became His Greatest Gift to the World – Podcast Highlight:…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 483: Just A Minute With A Child W/ Wess Stafford EP 483

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Feb. 11, 2025

How Some Dads Stay Close to Their Teens (While Others Lose Them) – Me…

What does it mean to be a father who stands strong yet flexible in the face of life's challenges?  It can be difficult to be present and supportive, no matter their age, and foster strong, lasting relationships with your children. Today, Pastor...

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Feb. 7, 2025

Almost Daddy: Abortion’s Hidden Impact on Men w/ Gregory Mayo EP 812

How does the emotional toll of abortion affect men, and why is it often overlooked? In a society that often ignores male grief, what can men do to break the silence and find healing?  In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Gregory Mayo at...

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Feb. 5, 2025

Ryan Miller’s Story of Walking Away from Fame - Podcast Highlight EP …

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 734, WILD Obedience: What Real Biblical Masculine Strength Looks Like w/ Ryan Miller. Check out the Trailer for The Unbreakable Boy movie:   This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a...

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Feb. 5, 2025

5 Must-Know Tactics to Launch a Thriving Men’s Ministry – Equipping M…

Ever wonder why so many men’s ministries are failing to ignite change? Could it be that we’re missing the mark by not truly understanding the needs of the men we serve? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos discusses ways...

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Jan. 31, 2025

Your Mental Toughness Blueprint: A Christian Man’s Guide to Grit w/ D…

How can you stay dangerous, no matter your age? It takes work ethic, grit, and the ability to be comfortable with discomfort. In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos interviews MTNTOUGH founder Dustin Diefenderfer, an expert on mental toughness. Through...

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