Episodes

NFL success can ruin a weak marriage. NFL star and 49er Hall of Famer Brent Jones realized that early. In this intimate episode, Brent and his wife Dana open up about the intentional guardrails, habits, and convictions that helped protect their marriage through the pressure of professional football, and everyday challenges at home. It's the small decisions that shape a strong marriage over time. You’ll hear practical wisdom from a couple who fought for connection long before the spotlight eve...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #650. If you're listening to this podcast, you're probably a pretty good dad. But there are 5 common mistakes that even GOOD dads make. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos describes the five types of mistaken dad he's seen over and over again in 30 years of ministry, and helps you course-correct if you've fallen into one of the "good Christian dad" errors. Want to protect your marriage? Ge...

What does God actually do in the life of a man? How does He shape us? In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos dives into the theology of manhood and the process God uses to transform men into the likeness of Christ. Not only will you get the practical steps every man must walk through but you can identify where you are in this journey. 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...

Men were built for challenge. From work to competition to everyday life, men come alive when they’re pushed to the wall. In this week’s message, Jim Ramos unpacks why God wired men this way — and how embracing challenge can make you a stronger husband, better father, and a more dangerous man for good. 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? W...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #644. Men, who do you prioritize in your family? Who is the most important person in your world? Your wife? Your kids? You mother? Does this change if you’ve been remarried and have kids from your first marriage? In today’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos walks you through what the Bible teaches about where you family priorities should lie, and what it means for your family, step-family, wife (...

Most marriages don’t fall apart overnight — they drift apart quietly. In today’s Equipping Men in Ten, Jim breaks down 6 simple but powerful questions every couple should be asking regularly to stay connected, avoid resentment, and stop getting blindsided when things go wrong. If you want a healthier, stronger marriage, start here. This teaching is inspired by our friend Chris Herb from couplesmarriageministry.org Listen to his full interview here! Want to protect your marriage? Get our fr...

Your happiness will always fall short if you’re chasing the wrong thing. Real contentment isn’t found in success or comfort. It’s found in the peace only God can give. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to Tim Ross, author of the book "The Missing Peace: How to Be Held Together When You’re Falling Apart". Tim talks about the hidden wounds men carry and the pride that keeps us silent. Healing starts when we stop pretending we’re fine and start opening up to trusted men who will w...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #617. You know you SHOULD pray, but do you have trouble blocking out consistent time for prayer? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares 5 time-tested, simple ways for you to become a man of prayer. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how wi...

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos talks with good friend Chris Robinson, who shares how his life changed when he surrendered fully to God’s call. He found freedom, joy, and a deeper purpose through Jesus Christ. That kind of transformation changes the way a man lives. When God changes your heart, you want others to know Him too. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. You can start a ministry to fathe...

In this special episode, we look back at Jim’s top moments from over 1,000 episodes. From the early audio-only days to the more recent video shows, we revisit the amazing journey it’s been. God’s been faithful every step of the way, keeping Men in the Arena standing strong at 1,000 episodes. Check out the full interviews here! James Ramos, Darby Ramos, Colton Ramos Wild Awakening: How a Raging Grizzly Healed My Wounded Heart w/ Greg Matthews EP 305 How to Connect with Your Daughter: 15...

It’s (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #749. Are you REALLY saved? Is the prayer you said in middle school enough to get you to heaven? How can you know FOR SURE that you’re saved? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about how to know if your salvation is for real. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. You can start...

Our wives can teach us a lot. Don’t let pride block it. In today’s Equipping Men in Ten, Jim shares five lessons from years of marriage. Simple truths and hard-earned insight. Your wife sees what you miss. She brings clarity, wisdom, and perspective that shape a stronger life. Stay open and pay attention and more importantly, apply what you learn. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. (https://tinyurl.com/7Guardrails)...

Why does marriage feel harder than you expected? Shouldn't love make marriage easy? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Michelle Lentz, author of the book Hey Beginner Wife, to compare notes about what they would tell their younger, newly-married selves. Michelle reminds us that every husband and wife starts as a beginner. This episode will provides practical advice for how you, the beginner husband, can better understand your beginner wife. Want to protect your marriag...

What would you tell your younger self? Are you making decisions today that will matter tomorrow? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode Jim Ramos shares the hard-earned wisdom that only comes from decades of walking with God, leading others, winning battles, and learning from mistakes. Whether you’re 18 and just starting out, or 50 and recalibrating for the road ahead, this conversation will challenge you to think deeper, live wiser, and lead stronger. Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Bound...

When was the last time someone sharpened you? Even if you’ve followed Christ for decades, you’re not above needing a reset. In this powerful episode, Jim sits down with Gary McCusker, the man who led Jim to the Lord. Gary steps back into his life to share some hard earned wisdom and the kind of encouragement every man needs but rarely gets. Because the truth is, your legacy is being written right now. You don't want to just drift across the finish line, you want to charge through it with purp...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 992 - Why Self-Improvement is Making You Worse w/ Ryan Wekenman: Escaping the Most Dangerous Lie Christians Borrowed from Culture Check it out! Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

When God speaks, do you act or hesitate? Do you obey God or negotiate with Him? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos shares 5 leadership tests Jesus gave Peter in Luke 5. We examine 5 pointed tests that Peter had to pass before he could really step into the leader and man he was called to be. If you’re serious about becoming the leader your family, this episode is for you. Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Order your...

Self-Help? Self-Improvement? Self-Image? More like self-righteousness! Even well-intentioned Christian men can slide into a self-centered mentality that focuses on improvement in your own strength. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by bestselling author Ryan Wekenman to help you learn practical ways to combat the “me-first” mentality that is leaking even into Christian circles. It's time to uproot the obsession with self-improvement, self-image, and self-righteousness and p...

What kind of walls are you building around your family? Are they strong enough to protect what matters most, or are there cracks forming? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos closes it out with long time friend Tyler Stoller, a professional in building fortification, to bring this metaphor to life. Together, they unpack what it really means to fortify your house, not just physically, but spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Because the truth is, protection i...

Why do so many believers stop when they reach Revelation? What are we missing by not talking about the Second Coming? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos dives into this topic with New York Times bestselling author John Bevere to unpack his latest book, The King is Coming. He challenges a common blind spot in the Church: we read the Bible but often stop short of fully engaging with what it says about the end times and Christ’s return. John addresses why teaching on the Second Coming has been ...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 987 The Gifting Trap: Lessons from the Queen of Sheba and Not-So-Wise Solomon – Message at the MAG Check it out! Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage released in April 2026. Get your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.

Could your generosity be misunderstood? Are you unknowingly opening a door that leads to temptation—for you or for someone else? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Mike Stepper to tackle a subtle but powerful issue: how you give gifts matters more than you think. You never truly know where someone of the opposite sex is emotionally or relationally and a personal gift given “from you” alone can create connection, confusion, or even temptation. We br...

Does the way you compliment, give gifts, and make someone feel cross a line? Are your words building your marriage—or quietly putting it at risk? In this week’s message, Jim Ramos takes a look at an interesting story in King Solomon’s life. Are your words or gifts building up your marriage…or quietly opening doors you never meant to open? Using the story of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, we unpack how unchecked affirmation, attention, and access can lead to compromised boundaries and un...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 983 An Olympic Gold Medalist’s Guide to Grit w/ Danny O’Shea Check it out! Jim’s newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Pre-order your copy today at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115.