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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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Jan. 29, 2025

Kirk Martin on Why Tone of Voice Matters with Your Kids - Podcast Hig…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 614, Calm Parenting: Discipline Without Anger w/ Kirk Martin.

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Jan. 28, 2025

The SIMPLE Men's Ministry Event That Actually Gets Men To Show Up - A…

This week on Average Joe, Jim Ramos sits down with Glen Dry from Man to Man Discipleship. Glen is a powerhouse in ministry, having launched impactful programs like Steak Night and Sportsman's Church. In this episode, he breaks down his bold and...

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Jan. 24, 2025

Good Dads, Bad Kids: When Christian Dads are NOT Responsible for Thei…

Men, we’re called to lead, protect, and provide. But what do we do when things don’t go as planned? What’s our true role in God’s eyes? In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos takes us deep into the historical context of households during...

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Jan. 22, 2025

QUICK HIT (4 min): Becoming a Just Man: Do What Is Right Even When It…

A man of God seeks justice. Our world has perverted what justice looks like, but our God is the God of justice. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a Just man like Jesus, and what the Bible says justice in the life of a...

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Jan. 21, 2025

9 POWERFUL Ways Christian Men Can Level Up Their Life in 2025 – Equip…

The world tells you to level up by chasing power, status, and self-interest. But that’s not the path the Bible lays out. If you want to become the best version of yourself, there are some core values that will get you there—not the empty hustle...

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Jan. 17, 2025

What Makes a TRUE Man of God? (20 Powerful Traits Revealed) – Reverse…

Have you ever wondered how to reach your full potential as a man of God? The journey to becoming a fully realized man of God can feel daunting and overwhelming, but it has to start somewhere.  In this week’s unique interview, Patrick Morley...

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Jan. 15, 2025

Dave Wilson on His 2 Biggest Parenting Mistakes - Podcast Highlight E…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 471, Imperfect Parenting and How to Be Good at It w/ Dave Wilson.

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Jan. 14, 2025

The Most CHALLENGING Season Christian Men Face (Like Bible Heroes) – …

Are you feeling like your talents or gifts are being wasted during this season of life?  Does it feel like you're stuck living in the shadow of what you thought your life would look like? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim...

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Jan. 10, 2025

Becoming a Rescuer: How One Man Rescued Me w/ Rick Magee Ep 800

Men are born to RESCUE and LEAD. It’s in our DNA. But too many boys grow up without a father figure to instill this core virtue. If you’re ready to step up, take charge, and lead a mission that truly matters, this episode is where you start. In...

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Jan. 8, 2025

Clarence Schuler on Avoiding 'Hot Button Words' in Marriage - Podcast…

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 435 Keeping Your Wife Your Best Friend w/ Clarence Schuler.

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Jan. 7, 2025

QUICK HIT (4 min): Becoming a Faithful Man: Building Guardrails Aroun…

Are you a faithful man? You can become one. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a Faithful man like Jesus, and what the Bible says faithfulness in the life of a godly Christian man looks like, pulling from Titus and 1...

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Jan. 3, 2025

Reboot: Living with Passion w/ Wess Stafford

Life is too short to live it without purpose. Wess Stafford has an amazing story and a challenging message for us all! Dr. Wess Stafford, President Emeritus of Compassion International, is an internationally recognized advocate for children in...

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Dec. 31, 2024

REBOOT: No More Christian Nice Guy W/ Paul Coughlin

This is a reboot of a past episode #239 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. Paul Coughlin is an expert witness regarding bullying and the law, and is a FoxNews analyst and contributor. He is a popular speaker who has appeared on Good Morning America,...

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Dec. 27, 2024

REBOOT: Perception vs. Reality in Changing Your Marriage W/ Jason Kar…

This is a reboot of a past episode #239 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. Dr. Jason Karampatsos is the lead pastor of New Life Assembly of God in Janesville, Wisconsin, the co-founder of the City of Refuge Counseling Network and the author of The...

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Dec. 24, 2024

Reboot: Practical Ideas for Leading Your Family at Christmas

This is a reboot of a past episode #502 of the Men in the Arena Podcast. The Star of Bethlehem documentary referenced in the episode is no longer available for free on YouTube, but is available to stream here: https://bethlehemstar.com/

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Dec. 20, 2024

Anepilemptos: The Silent Attack that Takes Strong Christian Men Down …

Ever wondered what it truly means to live above reproach? Are you living a life worthy of being called a leader? In this message, Jim shares a powerful story and biblical truths to push you to examine your life and confront the areas where you need to...

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Dec. 17, 2024

10 Marriage-Saving Guardrails: Marriage Rules That Prevent Affairs – …

Marriages are breaking down at an alarming rate. What are you doing to safeguard your own? Are you letting the culture erode your relationship?  In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos takes on one of the most pressing...

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Dec. 13, 2024

The Dying Seeds Paradox: What Jesus REALLY Meant – Message at the MAG…

Death Ground. Alexander the Great famously burned his ships to eliminate his troops' option of retreat, compelling them to fight with everything they had.  Today, Pastor Jim Ramos challenges us to read a common passage with a new perspective....

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Dec. 10, 2024

QUICK HIT (4 min): Becoming a Teacher of the Word: Cut it Straight – …

Can you teach others about God? How about those in your household, your wife and kids? If you can’t articulate your faith, that’s a miss, brother! In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming a teacher like Jesus, and what the...

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Dec. 6, 2024

Understanding God’s Grace: What Most Christian Men Get Wrong About Gr…

Many men are walking around claiming they’ve met Jesus, yet their lives look no different. When you’ve truly encountered Jesus, your life won’t stay the same. Just like getting hit by a freight train changes EVERYTHING, an encounter with the...

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Dec. 3, 2024

Discerning God’s Voice: 6 Tests That It’s Really God Speaking – Equip…

Do you ever wonder if you're hearing God's voice or if it's just your own thoughts? You're not alone, many men struggle with this question.  In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos shares six powerful ways to distinguish...

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Nov. 26, 2024

QUICK HIT (4 min): Becoming a Leader: Do Something. Anything. Just Le…

Do you struggle to lead the people around you? God calls all men to be leaders. In this equipping episode, Jim Ramos teaches you about becoming the leader Jesus has called you to be and what the Bible says about Godly leadership. The Dialed In man of...

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Nov. 22, 2024

Why Good Dads Give Up (And How to Prevent It): Don’t Bench Yourself w…

Great dads show up, lead, and stay in the fight. But even the strongest can hit a breaking point and feel like walking away. In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos interviews Kent Evans, author of “Don't Bench Yourself: How to Stay in the Game Even...

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