Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
894 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 143 ratingsThe Men in the Arena podcast equips Christian men in the stress bubble of life: married, with kids, building your career and trying to follow God while leading your family well. We'll help you become your best version, equipping you to honor God in your marriage, parenting, work, church and community!
Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man.
Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with an expert in the realm of masculinity and Christian manhood, with authors like John Eldredge, Gary Chapman, Gene Getz, Patrick Morley, and Emerson Eggerichs. Jim reads their books and boils down their teachings into a powerful interview to help you learn from their expertise.
Your host is bestselling author and speaker Jim Ramos. Jim has authored 9 books, including the bestseller 'Strong Men Dangerous Times: 5 Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World', 'Tell Them: What Great Fathers Tell Their Sons and Daughters', ‘The Field Guide: A Bathroom Book for Men’, and the 5-book Strong Men Study Guide men's small group curriculum. Jim's high-energy storytelling and conviction will call you out, build you up, and motivate you to become the man you've always known you could be.
The Men in the Arena are calling you into the Arena of manhood. We're calling you out of the faceless, nameless bleachers, and calling you UP to be the best version of you. Because when a man gets it, everyone wins.
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Episodes
DAD 101: The Spirit of Fatherhood w/ Larry Hagner EP 724
April 19, 2024 07:45 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThere are so many voices telling you how to parent, how do you sift through the worldly advice and get to the true spirit of fatherhood? In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Larry Hagner from Dad.Edge to discuss the roots of healthy, godly parenting. He offers practical advice to get you on track to make a lasting, positive impact on your kid's life. Larry’s Book: The Spirit of Fatherhood - [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free acc...
What Season of Manhood are You In? The Four Seasons of Manhood [Part 1] – Equipping Men in Ten EP 723
April 16, 2024 07:30 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBEver feel like the season of life you're in will never end? Are you in the stress bubble trying to keep up with all the pressures of life? In Part 1 of his series "Seasons of a Man's Life", Pastor Jim Ramos shares the first 2 seasons of manhood ("spring" and "summer"), and how each season is vital in creating a complete life that’s well lived. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
How to Forgive the Church (People) that Hurt You w/ Wendell Morton EP 722
April 12, 2024 07:30 - 53 minutes - 74.1 MBHave you been hurt at church? One of the biggest barriers to men going to church is the people IN the church! In this week's interview, Pastor Jim Ramos is joined by Wendell Morton to teach you practical ways to deal with the wounds you've received from 'church people.' How do you stay in church even when it's filled by sinners? How do you forgive and release the bitterness that makes you reluctant to go on Sunday, or has even driven you away from the church altogether? You'll walk away from ...
Becoming Courageous: Increase Your Courage Over Time – Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 721
April 09, 2024 07:55 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBDid you know courage is a character trait developed over time? Like weightlifting, men have to practice, struggle and persevere to build the “muscles” of courage until it becomes who we are. The good news: God wired men to be courageous. Like a cattle brand, God has stamped the desire to be courageous into men. But it’s up to you to make that choice. In this final message in the “Take Courage” series from the MAG, Pastor Jim Ramos shares how we can make sure our character is SOLID and not eas...
Trafficked NO MORE: How YOU Can Help Sex Trafficking Survivors (Without Leaving Home) w/Shannon Sloan & Amanda Kozlowski EP 720
April 05, 2024 08:39 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBYou hurt for the victims of sex trafficking, but what can you DO about it? There’s a way you can help survivors of sex trafficking without leaving your home. In this week’s unique and powerful interview, Jim Ramos is joined by sisters Shannon Sloan and Amanda Kozlowski to talk about their ministry, the Free Bird Initiative. They share powerful stories of rescue and redemption and teach you how you can honor your own wife while helping empower sex trafficking survivors. Free Bird Initiative: ...
Trafficked NO MORE: How YOU Can Help Sex Trafficking Survivors (Without Leaving Home) w/ Shannon Sloan and Amanda Kozlowski EP 720
April 05, 2024 08:39 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBYou hurt for the victims of sex trafficking, but what can you DO about it? There’s a way you can help survivors of sex trafficking without leaving your home. In this week’s unique and powerful interview, Jim Ramos is joined by sisters Shannon Sloan and Amanda Kozlowski to talk about their ministry, the Free Bird Initiative. They share powerful stories of rescue and redemption and teach you how you can honor your own wife while helping empower sex trafficking survivors. Free Bird Initiative: ...
What Christian Wives Want: 4 Things She Might Not Know She Needs From You – Equipping Men in Ten EP 719
April 01, 2024 07:30 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MBCongrats 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 () book KING ME(), taking his principles and breaking them down so you’ll be able to take action starting today! Michael’s book: [Honor God through y...
It Stops With YOU: Breaking the Cycle of Childhood Trauma and Sin w/ Patrick Morley EP 718
March 29, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 83.8 MB“I’m fine” says every man…but it’s not true. We live in a broken world and every man brings brokenness to the table. How do we sift through our brokenness to find healing? How do we break the cycle of childhood trauma and generational sin? And how do we forgive those that contributed to our brokenness? This week, Jim Ramos is joined again by men’s ministry giant Patrick Morley (of ‘Man in the Mirror’ fame, listen to our interview about that book ), to discuss his new book, ‘From Broken Boy to...
The Godly Husband: 3 Steps to Achieve Spiritual Leadership at Home #717
March 26, 2024 21:18 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBOne of the biggest questions men ask is, “what does a spiritual leader look like and how do I become one in my home?” In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos reviews 3 practical ways men can lead by example using 1st Timothy 4:15. You’ll walk away from this episode knowing how to start your journey to become the spiritual leader in your home. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
Strong OR Courageous? How to Be Both – Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 716
March 22, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBStrength and courage. Can you have one without the other? These words are used over and over and commonly paired up in the Bible. In this message, Jim teaches the importance of why these words are often paired together, and what it means when you only have one of the two. This episode will challenge you to look in the mirror, face your fears, and tap into your strength as you strive to live a courageous life. This message is from The MAG, The McMinville Area Gathering for men, which meets wee...
Meet Jim: Upcoming Men in the Arena In-Person Events
March 19, 2024 07:00 - 9 minutes - 12.4 MBWant to meet Jim Ramos in person? In this week’s equipping episode, Jim Ramos tells you about 3 upcoming in-person events on both coasts where you can come out and meet him. mancampwfr.com meninthearena.org/meetjim [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
The Christian Man’s Divorce Survival Guide: Healing from Divorce w/ Dale Brown EP 714
March 15, 2024 07:30 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBDivorcing Christian? Chances are you—or someone you’re close to—has dealt with the pain of divorce. Today Jim Ramos is joined by Dale Brown to walk you through 9 critical steps for healing from divorce. These are personal practices that will help you survive, heal, and thrive. Dale gives practical advice to anyone dealing with the aftermath of divorce and will teach you how to lean into God and other godly men, and use the pain you’re feeling now for good later. Here’s the link to Dale Brown...
7 Lies Christians Believe About God: What the ENEMY Wants You to Believe – Equipping Men in Ten EP 713
March 12, 2024 07:00 - 15 minutes - 20.7 MBAre you believing LIES about God? You might be surprised. The enemy tells Christians these 7 lies about God and his nature to try to keep us away from Him. Thankfully God’s Word can dispel them. You may be hindered from living your best life in Christ because of common lies many men believe. In today’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos lists 6 lies you may believe about God (found in Michael Thompson’s book, “King Me”), adds in a bonus 7th, and teaches you how to dispel them with ...
Unseen and Unappreciated: Breaking Out of Your Season of Obscurity w/ Jeremy Wade EP 712
March 08, 2024 08:24 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBDo you feel unseen in your daily life? Do you question where God has you and how he’s using you? You may be in your season of obscurity. You’re in good company – even Jesus had a season of obscurity! In this week’s interview, Former Seattle Police Officer Jeremy Wade joined Jim Ramos to share his journey and how he questioned where God had him serving. They unpack how to know if you’re in a season of obscurity, how you can survive and thrive while in it, and how to break out of it as you say ...
How to STOP Being a Coward: God Won’t Give You Courage – Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 711
March 04, 2024 08:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBHow can a coward get courage? It’s not a commandment, it’s not a mosaic law, it’s not a fruit of the spirit and it’s not a Spiritual gift. So what is courage? Today at the MAG, Pastor Jim Ramos covers the first attribute of courage and also addresses mythes about courage that keep men from living courageous lives. Your step out of cowardice and into a courage starts here. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men, which meets weekly most Wednesday nights at Grange H...
King Me: Becoming the Hero in Your Story w/ Michael Thompson EP 710
March 01, 2024 08:05 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBEvery man has a kingdom. Not every king rules well. If you ever feel powerless at work or home, wonder how to become the hero in your life story, or just want to make sure you're wielding the power God has given you well, this episode is for you. In this week's interview, author Michael Thompson joins Jim Ramos to discuss his book, "King Me: Loving and Leading in a Wounding World" and help you reclaim the heroism, power and authority God made you to wield. Here is the link to Michael's book: ...
The Theology of Work: What the Bible Says About Your Career as a Christian Man - Equipping Men in Ten EP 710
February 27, 2024 08:32 - 12 minutes - 16.6 MBYou 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 wrong. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks free access to the...
What Christian Men Do Wrong in BED: You're Wife's Big "O" - Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 709
February 23, 2024 08:22 - 24 minutes - 33.4 MBDid you know that the Bible talks about your wife's "big O"? It does! What does a Christian man look like in the bedroom? In this week's message, pastor Jim Ramos and the guys from The MAG talk about what the Bible has to say about your O, hers, and how to have the bedroom intimacy that every man dreams of. Here is the link to the book referenced frequently during the message: The Great Sex Rescue by Sheila Gregory -> http://tinyurl.com/sexrescue115 This message is from The MAG, The McMinvill...
The Mistake Millions of Husbands Are Making: Framing Your Wife - Equipping Men in Ten EP 709
February 20, 2024 01:27 - 9 minutes - 13.6 MBAre you one of the millions of men who are making Jim's biggest marriage mistake? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares his biggest marriage mistake. This topic consistently goes viral on our social media channels, with millions of wives chiming in to saying their husband is making this very mistake. Listen up, men. Your wife might have been one of them! [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
Let's Talk About SEX, Baby! What Married Sex Should Look Like - Jim Ramos at The MAG, EP 708
February 16, 2024 17:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBIn this message, Pastor Jim Ramos opens up his Sex Box, teaching you the lies our culture tells us about sex and what married sex is supposed to look like. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men, which meets weekly most Wednesday nights at Grange Hall in McMinnville, Oregon. You can come out to see Jim Ramos in person by checking his at , or at your next event. (Note: Jim's speaking calendar is filling up fast due to the Sept 3 release of his new book, "Dialed ...
Learn Your DAD TYPE: Which of 8 Types of Dad Are You? - Equipping Men in Ten EP 707
February 13, 2024 07:02 - 9 minutes - 13.2 MBThe Dad Type Quiz is live! Take it at What type of Dad are you? We've discovered there are 8 basic types of dad, with their own strengths, issues, and challenges. Your career type and phase of fatherhood changes the issues you face as a dad. In this week's equipping episode, Jim Ramos outlines how we came up with the 8 different Dad Types, helps you identify which one you are, and outlines some of the challenges your particular type faces. This episode pairs well with the Dad Type Quiz at m...
Don't Use A.I. for Love Letters: How to Write a Valentine's Letter to Your Wife w/ Kevin Brewer EP
February 09, 2024 16:30 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBHave you ever written your wife a love letter? Every man should be able to write a love letter to his wife. In this week's interview and in preparation for Valentine's Day, Jim Ramos' friend Kevin Brewer joined him to teach you how to write a letter or note that your wife will treasure forever, even if you're not a writer. Step 1: Make a list. Jot down and start making a list : 1. Start with showing you’re thinking of her. Can be basic stuff and could include physical attraction. 2. 1 or 2...
Avoid Divorce with This 9-Step Couple's Meeting Framework - Equipping Men in Ten EP 705
February 05, 2024 08:00 - 9 minutes - 12.6 MBHave you ever noticed that men are often "blindsided" by divorce? Too many men seem to be losing their wive's hearts without realizing it until it's too late. If you want to avoid that fate, this week's 10-minute equipping episode is for you. In this episode, Jim Ramos teaches you the 9-part "Couple's Meeting" framework outlined in Aaron and Jocelyn Freeman's excellent book, "The Argument Hangover." [Check out the book here: ] Watch our interview with Aaron Freeman . [Honor God through your...
Finding Purpose Beyond Career and Achievement w/ Jeff Kemp EP 704
February 02, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBDo you define yourself by your career? Is your self-worth shaped by your achievements? As men, culture tempts us to find our value in what we do and how much we can produce. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by former NFL quarterback Jeff Kemp to discuss how we can rise above the production expectation and find our worth in the right things. Here's Jeff's Book: (checking out the book through our link supports Men in the Arena - thanks!) [Honor God through your fitness. Use code...
DON'T Call Your Wife Your 'Partner': Why This Term is Anti-Biblical - Equipping Men in Ten EP 703
January 30, 2024 08:00 - 9 minutes - 13 MBHave you noticed married Christians calling their spouse their "partner?" Many modern Christians are using this antibiblical word to describe their husband or wife. In this 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you why this word should never be used and how to correct others when they do. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. ]
The Christian Leader: What Christian Leadership Looks Like IRL w/ Jeremy Stalnecker EP 702
January 25, 2024 20:40 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBYou’re a man, and you know God has called you to lead. The problem is, you don’t know what that looks like in realtime. In this week's interview, Jim Ramos was joined by Jeremy Stalnecker, the co--founder of the Might Oaks Foundation. You’ll walk away from this episode with simple but profound leadership techniques to help you take those you love from where they are to where they need to be. Here are the links to the books we talked about today: Leadership by Design - March or Die - [Ho...
5 Health Rules to Change Your Body This Year - Equipping Men in Ten EP 701
January 23, 2024 08:00 - 14 minutes - 19.5 MBAre you overweight? Exhausted? Busy? Out of shape? This is your episode! In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Jim Ramos shares his "one word" for 2024 and the 5 health rules he has committed to live by this year. In addition to the 5 heath rules, a big part of Jim's fitness this year is his commitment to do the MTNTOUGH fitness program. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.
Inner Peace for Peace Officers w/ Paul Lee EP 700
January 19, 2024 07:59 - 1 hour - 111 MBAre you a LEO or first responder? Do you see people at their worst? Maybe you find yourself resenting the very people you're suppose to be helping? This week, Jim Ramos was joined by Paul Lee, the Executive Director of the FCPO (Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers), for a powerful conversation about how peace officers and first responders can find peace in the midst of the storm. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fit...
Reboot: How to Identify Blindspots in Your Life
January 16, 2024 08:00 - 6 minutes - 12.3 MBThis is a reboot of a past episode #61 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.
Reboot: How to Make 2024 the Best Year of Your Life
January 12, 2024 07:59 - 44 minutes - 81.7 MBThis is a reboot of a past episode #514 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.
REBOOT: How to Make SMART New Year's Goals
January 08, 2024 23:00 - 10 minutes - 19 MBThis is a reboot of a past episode #410 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.
Reboot: How to Achieve Your Goals w/ Paul Cole
January 02, 2024 19:08 - 49 minutes - 90.5 MBThis is a reboot of a past episode #338 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.
Reboot: 12 Days of CHRISTmas: 12 Ways to Lead Your Family to Him
December 22, 2023 08:00 - 10 minutes - 14.4 MBThis is a reboot of a past episode #602 of the Men in the Arena Podcast
Reboot: Practical Ideas for Leading Your Family at Christmas
December 19, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBThis is a reboot of a past episode #502 of the Men in the Arena Podcast.
Loving Your Wife Through Brokenness (How My Husband Did It) w/ Heidi St. John EP 699
December 15, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 96.9 MB[Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. ] You're VERY aware of your wife's broken areas, but it's not always clear what to do about them. It helps to hear how another guy did it right! In this unique episode, we get a refreshing female perspective on how one husband tackled the problem of his wife's brokenness. This week, podcaster Heidi St. John joined Jim Ramos to give you practical tips and examples of what he...
3 Types of Christian Man: Which One Are You? - Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 698
December 12, 2023 14:45 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB[Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. mtntough.com] In this 30-min message given by Jim Ramos at a local gathering of Christian men, Jim discusses 3 types of Christian men. Jim challenges us to look in the mirror, recognize which type of man we are, and consider how we need to change to protect those in our circle. This message was given at The MAG (the McMinnville Arena Gathering for Christian men) in McMinn...
Become a Better Man: The 4 Pillars of Masculinity w/ Chris Harper EP 697
December 08, 2023 10:17 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBWhat does it take to level up as a man? This week Jim Ramos is joined by BetterMan CEO Chris Harper to explore his 4 Pillars of Masculinity. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. mtntough.com]
Christian Man: No Pain, No Gain - Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 696
December 05, 2023 02:06 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MB[Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. mtntough.com] In this 30-min message given by Jim Ramos at a local gathering of Christian men, he teaches you what "No Pain, No Gain" means for the Christian man. This message was given at The MAG (the McMinnville Arena Gathering for Christian men) in McMinnville, Oregon.
Fight Smarter: Fight FOR Your Marriage by Fighting WITH Your Wife (the Right Way) w/ Aaron Freeman EP 695
December 01, 2023 08:00 - 55 minutes - 75.7 MB[Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. ] 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 teac...
Men, Build Your WALL: How to Protect the Women in Your Life - Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 694
November 28, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 58.3 MB[Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app. In this 30-min message given by Jim Ramos at a local gathering of Christian men, he teaches you what it means to become a WALL around the women in your life. The message draws from Deuteronomy 22:8 - "When you build a new house, build a low wall around the edge of the roof so you will not be guilty if someone falls off the roof." In it, he also includes his 10 Marriage-Sav...
Becoming a Man of Grit, Tenacity, and Mental Toughness w/ Dustin Diefenderfer EP 693
November 17, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 129 MBEvery man asks the same question over and over in his mind: “Do I have what it takes?” In other words, am I TOUGH ENOUGH? In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by MTNTOUGH founder Dustin Diefenderfer, an expert on mental toughness. They unpack one myth about toughness that you may believe, and teach you how to get more mentally and physically tough. Men in the Arena is now sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab! Enter code ARENA30 at mtntough.com to get 6 weeks of free access to the app: ...
Men Carry Heavy Loads: 6 Loads the Godly Man Carries - EP 693
November 14, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutes - 26.4 MBThe man of God carries a unique load. Six, in fact! In this 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you six things a godly man carries to His world that help those in it win. When a man gets it—everyone wins!
Strengthening the Faith of Your Public School Children w/ Tony Rorie EP 692
November 10, 2023 08:00 - 51 minutes - 95.2 MBAre your kids in public school? In this week's interview, author and former principal Tony Rorie joined Jim Ramos to discuss how to train children in the principles of chivalry, honor, moral excellence, and courageous leadership in the context of public school.
God's Design for Man: 5 Core Differences Between Men and Women - Equipping Men in Ten EP 691
November 07, 2023 08:00 - 13 minutes - 24 MBMen and women are different. This shouldn't be a controversial statement, but it is! In this episode, pastor Jim Ramos unpacks five things he's discovered about how, generally speaking, GOD (not culture) made men and women INHERENTLY different.
When Jesus Asks... Just. Say. YES. w/ Kirk Milhoan EP 690
November 03, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 117 MBAre you struggling with God's calling on your life? Is God asking you to do something way outside your comfort zone? In this week's interview, Hearts and Souls ministry founder Kirk Milhoan joins Jim Ramos to discuss the radical outcomes you'll see, and the doors that will open, when you say "yes" to God.
How to Be TOUGH: The 4 M's of Toughness - Equipping Men in Ten EP 689
October 31, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBThink 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.
NO MORE YELLING! Anger-Free Dad Tactics for Winning Power Struggles with Your Kids w/ Kirk Martin EP 688
October 26, 2023 23:58 - 1 hour - 121 MBFind yourself yelling at your kids? Or repeating your own dad's angry parenting patterns, the very ones you swore you'd never use? You know you shouldn't yell, but how else can you win power struggles and get through to your defiant kid? In this week's interview, Kirk Martin, host of the Calm Parenting podcast, joined Jim Ramos for another power-packed, tactical episode to equip you to become the calm dad you know your kids deserve.
Which Type of Christian Are You? - Equipping Men in Ten EP 687
October 24, 2023 07:01 - 17 minutes - 31.4 MBThere are two types of Christian men. Which one are you? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos identifies the difference between a "Christian" and a real follower of Jesus. You'll wall away from this episode knowing which type of Christian YOU are, and what to do about it.
Becoming a Serpent Crusher: How to Crush the Enemies of Your Best Version w/ Jeff Voth EP 686
October 20, 2023 19:41 - 1 hour - 118 MBAre you CRUSHING IT living as the man God made you to be? Or are there areas where you've been CRUSHED by the enemy? This week, Jeff Voth joined Jim Ramos to discuss his book, Serpent Crusher: A Plan to Become a Better Man By Crushing the Things that Crush You. They discuss what a Serpent Crusher looks like, areas where men tend to be crushed in life, and how you can get out of the shape you've been crushed into and into the manly, masculine shape for which you were created. Serpent Crusher B...
Christian vs. Non-Christian Marriage: The Biblical Love Triangle Part 2 - Equipping Men in Ten EP 685
October 17, 2023 05:45 - 16 minutes - 29.6 MBThis is part two in this series contrasting Christian and non-Christian marriage. Did you know that two Christian spouses don't necessarily add up to a Christian marriage? Divorce is an epidemic in the Church because Christians are approaching marriage like functional athiests. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you about the Bible's Love Triangle and gives you seven ways that a Biblical marriage differs from a worldly one. You'll walk away from this episode ...