Episodes

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What does it really mean to live a great life? How can men pursue significance without chasing ego or shortcuts?In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos explores five key questions every man should ask if he wants to do something lasting for God. If you’re ready to think differently, lead with courage, and pursue the kind of legacy that honors God, this episode will encourage and challenge you.This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitnes...

Charlie Kirk was a politically polarizing figure, but one thing is certain: he was an outspoken follower of Christ. Regardless of whether you agree with his political stances, Christ-following men can learn from Charlie Kirk’s life, and the manner of his death. You’ll walk away from this special message ready to speak boldly for what you believe and step courageously into the arena God has called you to.

Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life’s...

Are you putting off the life God has called you to live? Are you letting fear, laziness, or comfort keep you stuck on the sidelines?In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos goes straight after the silent killer of men’s dreams—procrastination. You’ll discover the real reasons men delay action and practical steps to crush excuses and start living with courage, discipline, and impact.This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6...

This is a reboot of episode #695 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.Do you fight with your wife about the same things over and over? Does a fight sometimes derail your intimacy for days or weeks? You're experiencing an Argument Hangover! In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Aaron Freeman, co-author of the book "The Argument Hangover." Aaron shares practical tips for how to shorten that disconnect after a fight, and teaches you how you can fight with your wife in a way that will ...

Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to...

Are you tired of taking shortcuts that leave you stuck? Do you have the guts to wait on God’s timing, lead your family with strength, and rise to the next level?In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Chris Hancock—a man who’s battled addiction, built a thriving business, and learned what it means to love his wife and lead with courage. Chris proves that “average” men, when surrendered to God, can live anything but average lives.Whether you’re ...

Are you settling for comfort—or are you leading your family into adventure?In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Dan Mathews, who dives into what it means for a man to reject the safety net of “easy” and instead choose quality time, risk, and adventure with the people who matter most. Get ready to be challenged, inspired, and reminded that your family doesn’t need more stuff—they need more of YOU, fully alive and fully present.Check out Dan & Samantha's new book: Always...

Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to...

Have you bought into the lie that being a good dad means putting your kids before your wife? What if that “noble” choice is actually sabotaging your family?In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with his friend Matt Johnson to challenge one of the most common and destructive mistakes husbands make: reversing God’s hierarchy. Matt describes what happened when he shifted from a kids-first to wife-first mentality.This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Chris...

This is a reboot of a past episode #734 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.Calling all WILD MEN! You know you’re called to be a strong Christian man, so why does the Bible tell you to be “meek?” And why does God keep calling WILD, UNRULY men to his cause? This world wants to break men like you, but God has different plans. This week, Men in the Arena founder Jim Ramos is joined by evangelist Ryan Miller, known on Instagram as “Dude with the Good News” @dudewithgoodnews for a deep dive into what W...

Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in , our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to...

What happens when men refuse to step up? What’s the cost when fathers walk away from their families, and leaders go silent in the fight?In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos exposes the dark side of manhood when males settle for less than God’s calling—and lays out the path to redemption. From fatherlessness to cultural collapse, Jim explains why men are the solution, not the problem, and calls you to rise, lead, and restore what’s been broken.This episode is spons...

When was the last time you truly started over? Not just a fresh coat of paint on the old you—but a deep, soul-level reset with God leading the way.In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos gives a heartfelt message calling us men to break free from the comfort of routine and step into a fresh, faith-fueled beginning. Living for God was never meant to be safe or predictable—it’s an adventure! Embrace it and renew your faith and commit to a new, purposeful life.This message is from The MAG,...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 718: t Stops With YOU: Breaking the Cycle of Childhood Trauma and Sin w/ Patrick Morley. Check it out!This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com.Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and...

When God launches a movement, He starts with men. History proves it—when men rise, everyone wins.In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos challenges your church to strategically target men, and gives you 8 ways that you can tell if your church has a heart for men. If your church isn’t reaching men, it’s failing its mission.Check out the resource mentioned in this episode: The Men's Ministry PlaybookThis episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned ...

Men, how is your thought life? Do you find negative thoughts swirling in your head? Are you stuck in repetitive sins? If you’re struggling with either your emotions or your behavior, the culprit is probably your mind.In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Max Lucado, a giant of the faith and one of the men whose work discipled Jim when he first came to Christ. Max shares insight from his new book, Tame Your Thoughts, and provides you with three practical choices that will he...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 730: SEXpectations: God’s Design for Your Sex Life w/ Carol Tanksley. Check it out!This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com.Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other...

Who’s standing beside you when life hits hard? Are you charging into battle alone—and losing because of it?In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos dives into the undeniable truth that every man needs a brotherhood. Drawing from Acts 2 and the story of Peter, Jim shows how even the boldest men fall when they isolate—but thrive when surrounded by others. If you're tired of fighting solo and ready to become the man God designed you to be, it’s time to lock arms and step int...

What makes a man step up and say, “That’s all I can stands—I can’t stands no more”? What does it really mean to be an enforcer of justice in today’s world?In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos lays down a challenge to every man: stop sitting on the sidelines and start enforcing biblical justice. You were made to carry Christ into the chaos, to stand in the gap, to rescue the broken, and to bleed for a cause bigger than yourself. When you enter a room, everyone should feel safer.This message...

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 742: How Christians Can Do Politics BETTER w/ Curtis Chang. Check it out!This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com.Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our bi-monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room twice a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find bibl...

What happens to the church, a family, or a nation when men go passive? Are we asking too much of our strong women—or are men asking too little of themselves?In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos kicks off a four-part series ‘When a Man Gets it”. With biblical clarity and truth, you’ll see why men are the backbone of the family, the church, and society—and what happens when that backbone fails.Being born male is biology. Becoming a man is a choice. This episode expo...

What kind of man walks through the storm instead of running from it? What does it really take to stand tall when life hits you the hardest?In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Rick Burgess, nationally syndicated radio host, author, and co-founder of The Man Church. Rick shares the unforgettable lessons passed down from his father—lessons forged on the football field, in the face of personal tragedy, and in the quiet strength of unwavering masculinity. From the story behind...