Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast
The Men in the Arena podcast equips Christian men navigating the stress of marriage, parenting, career, and faith. Tuesday episodes feature 'Equipping Men in Ten,' a concise teaching from host Jim Ramos. Friday episodes include interviews with authors like John Eldredge and Gary Chapman on Christian manhood. Jim Ramos is a bestselling author and speaker with nine books, including 'Strong Men Dangerous Times.'
Episodes
Rapid-Fire Tips for Girl-Dads: 15 Tools for Connecting With Your Daughter w/ Michelle Watson Canfield EP 1024
In this rapid-fire edit of our multiple interviews with Michelle Watson Canfield ("The Dad Whisperer"), she blasts through 15 practical ideas for connecting with your daughter taken from her book 'Dad, Here's What I Really Need from You: A Guide for Connecting with Your Daughter's Heart.' Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late.
(RE)quipping: Mr. Know-It-All - 6 Secrets Your 'Know-It-All' Attitude Reveals About Your Heart – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1023
It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #735 Are you a know-it-all? Do you have trouble taking criticism? Pretty sure you don't need direction from others? Find yourself judging the way others do things? Having a TEACHABLE spirit is vital when you're living out your best version of life in Christ. Even so, many of us walk around with a "know-it-all"
Do Christian Men Actually Need Church? You're Defining it Wrong – Average Joe Conversation w/ Ben Sullivan EP 1022
Can you follow Jesus without being part of a local church? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Ben Sullivan to tackle this tough topic head-on. By defining what the church truly is and digging into Scripture, they separate tradition from biblical truth and answer one of the most common questions men wrestle with today. Want to protect your marriage? Get ou
Deconstruction-Proof: The 7 Lies Pulling Christians Away From Faith (And How Spot Them) w/ Aaron Graham EP 1021
What happens when culture starts preaching louder than the Bible? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with pastor and author Aaron Graham to talk about the subtle lies pulling Christians away from biblical truth. Aaron explains how faith rarely collapses overnight, and how we can engage culture without compromising truth. Check out Aaron's new book, 'Unshakable Faith'! (https://tinyu
(RE)quipping: What Christian Wives Want - 4 Things She Might Not Know She Needs From You – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1020
It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #719 Congrats 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
9 Mental Toughness Secrets No One Taught You (Part 2) – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1019
(Part 2) Are you mentally tough enough to finish what God has called you to do? When life gets hard, do you keep climbing or turn back? In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten Jim Ramos uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to break down the path to mental toughness. Every climb has stages—the ascent, the challenges along the way, and the descent after the mission is complete. Want to protect your
Every Man Needs a Hill to Die On: Why You Don't Have One – Message at the MAG EP 1018
Do you have a cause worth fighting for? In this week's message, Jim Ramos challenges men to find their hill to die on—a God-given purpose that is bigger than themselves. Before a man can discover his mission, he must first know who he is and whose he is in Christ. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. Has Men in the Aren
(RE)quipping: The Theology of Work - What the Bible Says About Your Career as a Christian Man - Equipping Men in Ten EP 1017
It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #710 You 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 wo
9 Mental Toughness Secrets No One Taught You – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1016
Are you mentally tough enough to finish what God has called you to do? When life gets hard, do you keep climbing or turn back? In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten Jim Ramos uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to break down the path to mental toughness. Every climb has stages—the ascent, the challenges along the way, and the descent after the mission is complete. Want to protect your marriage?
12 Aha! Moments That Will Change Your Marriage Forever w/ Emerson Eggerichs EP 1015
Every marriage has defining moments and those sudden realizations can change how you see your spouse, your relationship, and yourself. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to bestselling author and marriage expert Emerson Eggerichs. Emerson shares powerful "lightbulb moments" and unpacks key shifts in perspective that can strengthen communication and change the direction of your ma
(RE)quipping: The 5 P's of Effective Prayer - Equipping Men in Ten EP 1014
It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #681 Ever feel like your prayers aren't doing anything? Do you wonder if you're praying the wrong way, or for the wrong things? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the prayer method that he credits with growing Men in the Arena from 15 men in a coffee shop to impacting mill
They Left the Faith: When Your Adult Child Rejects the Faith You Gave Them – Average Joe Conversation w/ Kurt Stone EP 1013
When your adult child walks away from the faith, the heartbreak can be real. So how do you stay connected and continue pointing them toward Jesus without pushing them further away? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos talks with good friend Kurt Stone. They share practical wisdom and biblical encouragement for parents navigating this difficult season. Learn how to build bridges and faithf
To Stand: Man Camp 2026 Keynote Message w/ Jim Ramos EP 1012
The world doesn't need more passive men. Jim Ramos delivers a passionate message titled 'To Stand' at the 2026 Man Camp at Washington Family Ranch. 'To Stand' means when it's costly and unpopular. God is calling men to courage, conviction, and action. This message will challenge you to stop sitting on the sidelines and start living boldly for Christ. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free e
(RE)quipping: How to Be TOUGH - The 4 M's of Toughness - Equipping Men in Ten EP 1011
It's (RE)quipping Wednesday! This is a reboot of a past Equipping Men in Ten episode, EP #689. Think 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.
He Saw it Coming: The 1930s Study that Predicted Exactly Where We Are Today – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1010
Almost 100 years ago, a study uncovered a pattern shared by every collapsing civilization: sexual chaos always came first. In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos takes a look at the connection between strong societies and men who live with sexual discipline and faithfulness. The Bible's warnings about lust, adultery, and self-control weren't random rules. They were instructions for human fl
95% of NFL Marriages Fail. Brent Jones Has Been Married 40 Years. Here's Why. w/ Brent and Dana Jones EP 1009
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. Y
(RE)Quipping: 5 Mistakes Even Good Dads Make - Equipping Men in Ten EP 1008
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-corr
The 4 Phase Roadmap: How God Turns Normal Guys into Godly Men – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1007
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 G
Challenger: Why God Hardwired You for Hard Things – Message at the MAG EP 1006
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 I
(RE)quipping: Why Wife is Greater Than Kids for the Christian Man – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1005
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
Marriage Check-in: 6 Questions for a Strong and Lasting Marriage – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1004
Most marriages don't fall apart overnight — they drift apart quietly. In this weeks Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos 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 c
Why You're Not Happy w/ Tim Ross: Finding the Peace You're Looking For EP 1003
Your happiness will always fall short if you're chasing the wrong thing. 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, the pride that keeps us silent, and where healing starts. Check out Tim Ross's book 'The Missing Peace'! (https://tinyurl.com/peace
(RE)quipping: Grow as a Man of Prayer: 5 Time-Tested Tips – Equipping Men in Ten EP 1002
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 Be
You're Disciplined, Committed, and Still Missing Your Purpose…Here's Why – Average Joe Conversation w/ Chris Robinson EP 1001
In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos talks with good friend Chris Robinson, who shares how his life changed when he surrendered fully to God's call. They discuss how you can find freedom, joy, and a deeper purpose through Jesus Christ. 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 fathe
1,000th Episode! The Best of 1,000 Episodes of the Men in the Arena Podcast! EP 1000
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 Ragi
(RE)quipping: How Do I Know For Sure I'm Saved? Am I Really Going to Heaven? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 999
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 marria
From Barbarian to Civilized: 5 Things My Bride Taught Me – Equipping Men in Ten EP 998
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. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late. (https://t
Hey Beginner Husband and Wife: Avoid Mistakes That Could Cost You Years of Happiness w/ Michelle Lentz EP 997
Is marriage 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 begin
7 Hard Lessons from 40 Years of Ministry – Equipping Men in Ten EP 996
What would you tell your younger self? Are you making decisions today that will matter tomorrow? In this Equipping Men in Ten 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 challen
God Is Not Done With You Yet: Encouragement for Christian Men w/ Gary McCusker EP 995
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
Escape the "Me Maze" - Podcast Highlight: Escaping the Most Dangerous Lie Christians Borrowed from Culture EP 994
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.
The 5 Tests Men Must Pass Before God Promotes You to Lead – Equipping Men in Ten EP 993
When God speaks, do you act or hesitate? Do you obey God or negotiate with Him? In this Equipping Men in Ten 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 of your family, this episode is for you. Jim's newe
Why Self-Improvement is Making You Worse w/ Ryan Wekenman: Escaping the Most Dangerous Lie Christians Borrowed from Culture EP 992
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.
Guardrail #10: Build a Wall - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage EP 991
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 j
The End Times Explained w/ John Bevere: How Jesus' Second Coming Changes What You Do Today EP 990
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 ab
When Giving Becomes Dangerous - Podcast Highlight: The Gifting Trap: Lessons from the Queen of Sheba and Not-So-Wise Solomon EP 989
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.
Guardrail #9: Send It from "Us" - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage EP 988
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
The Gifting Trap: Lessons from the Queen of Sheba and Not-So-Wise Solomon – Message at the MAG EP 987
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
Your Guide to Grit - Podcast Highlight: An Olympic Gold Medalist's Guide to Grit EP 986
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.
Guardrail #7: Handle with Care - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage EP 985
Why are men so easily drawn to the female form? When does attraction turn into distraction—or even idolatry? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Barry Myers to have a conversation the Church often avoids: men's tendency to elevate the female body to a place it was never meant to hold. Left unchecked, it can quietly shape our thoughts, habits, and choices
Guardrail #5: Compliment with Caution - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage EP 984
Do your words carry more weight than you think? Are you unintentionally creating emotional connections you never meant to start? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with dear friend and Pastor John Palacios as they tackle an often overlooked truth: your words have power over the opposite sex. The way you notice, affirm, and make someone feel can open doors wh
An Olympic Gold Medalist's Guide to Grit w/ Danny O'Shea EP 983
What does it take to endure heartbreak, injuries, and years of near-misses—and still rise to Olympic gold? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Olympic figure skater Danny O'Shea and he opens up about the long, gritty road to the top. He pulls back the curtain on multiple Olympic cycles filled with partner changes, financial sacrifice, and brutal setbacks—including a concussion,
What's your 'Dominion'? - Podcast Highlight: Man's Dominion Mandate EP 982
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 980 Man's Dominion Mandate: What Does 'Dominion' in Genesis 1:28 Actually Mean? w/ Tristan Johnson 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.
Guardrail #8: Flirt with Purpose - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage - EP 981
How do you keep your marriage alive when life gets busy and you're stuck in the stress bubble? And what does it look like to give your wife the emotional attention she actually deserves? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with Mark McDonnell and has an open conversation about flirting with purpose in marriage. Instead of letting your attention drift toward o
Man's Dominion Mandate: What Does 'Dominion' in Genesis 1:28 Actually Mean? w/ Tristan Johnson EP 980
How should men understand leadership, responsibility, the call to dominion, and who is guiding the next generation of men? Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Tristan Johnson, founder of Elite Men. Tristan shares his journey from chasing professional football dreams to launching a men's ministry in 2007 focused on enriching lives into eternity. They discuss the dominion mandate God gives men and expla
Don't Set the Trap - Podcast Highlight: The Hidden Trap You Might Be Setting EP 979
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 977 The Hidden Trap You Might Be Setting for Your Kids: Skandalon - Message at the MAG 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.
Guardrail #6: Only Counsel Men - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage - EP 978
How do you maintain integrity when your ministry requires counseling people—often one-on-one? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with retired pastor but current ministry leader Wes Smith. From nearly 80 years of combined ministry experience, they discuss the practical guardrails they've put in place to protect their marriages, their reputations, and the peo
The Hidden Trap You Might Be Setting for Your Kids: Skandalon - Message at the MAG EP 977
Jesus' message is direct: stumbling blocks will arise. But woe to the man who is one. What if you are a stumbling block? In this week's message, Jim Ramos takes a hard look at Jesus' warning in Luke 17:1–3 and Matthew 18 about "stumbling blocks." Jim unpacks how a man's refusal to live by God's design can become the very trigger that wounds families and children. Men, don't set the trap. Clear the
What God Wants From Those He Calls - Podcast Highlight: Jonathan Stephenson EP 976
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 974 with Jonathan Stephenson: Forging Stronger Men 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.
Guardrail #4: Frame Your Bride Well - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage - EP 975
How do you speak about your wife when she's not in the room? Do you honor her — or subtly tear her down? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Dean Yoder to discuss one of the silent killers of marriage: how we frame our spouse. The words you use shape your heart, and when you frame your wife poorly to others, you don't just damage her rep
Forging Stronger Men w/ Jonathan Stephenson EP 974
What's forging your character right now? Are you avoiding pressure — or embracing it? This week, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Jonathan Stephenson from Warrior Forge Foundation to talk about how adversity shapes a man. Comfort never forged strength. Pressure does. Resistance does. This episode will challenge you to embrace the grind and become the man adversity is trying to build. Mention Men in
The Most Important Role Parents Play in Youth Sports! - Podcast Highlight: Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski EP 973
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 971 with Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski: Youth Sports Boundaries for Christian Families 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. Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capaci
Guardrail #3: Staying Emotionally Connected - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage - EP 972
Are you emotionally connected to your wife, or slowly drifting? Are you controlling the temperature of your marriage, or ignoring it? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with friend Chris Clay for an extremely practical conversation about building guardrails that protect both your character and your marriage. Drawing from the third guardrail in Jim's upcoming
Youth Sports Boundaries for Christian Families w/ Brian Smith & Ed Uszynski: The Unpopular Truth About Christians and Youth Sports EP 971
Have youth sports become the center of your family? Are Sundays on the field replacing Sundays with Jesus? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Brian Smith and Ed Uszynski to expose the truth about today's $40 billion youth sports machine...and how Christian parents are getting pulled into it without even realizing it. Tips from their book Away Game: A Christian Parent's Guide to Navigat
After the Affair: The Truth About Rebuilding Trust - Podcast Highlight: Rick Reynolds EP 970
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 968, Rick Reynolds: He/She Cheated! Can We Save the Marriage? Affair Recovery with an 84% Success Rate 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.
Guardrail #2: Keep it Surface Level - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage - EP 969
Are you getting a little too personal with someone who isn't your wife? Emotional affairs don't explode overnight—they bleed out slowly, one conversation at a time. In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with friend Paco Arenas for an extremely practical conversation about building guardrails that protect both your character and your marriage. Drawing from Jim's
He/She Cheated! Can We Save the Marriage? Affair Recovery with an 84% Success Rate w/ Rick Reynolds EP 968
Whether you blew it or your wife did, trust is shattered in your marriage. But there is hope! Infidelity doesn't have to mean the end of your marriage. It can actually be the beginning of something new and healthier. In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Rick Reynolds, an affair recovery expert and marriage therapist, who knows the battlefield firsthand. From surviving his own failure, t
Does Your Son Have Other Godly Men Speaking Into Him? - Podcast Highlight: MercyMe's Bart and Sam Millard EP 967
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 965, MercyMe: The Father-Son Story That Could Change How You See Your Son w/ MercyMe's Bart and Sam Millard. Check it out! I Can Only Imagine 2 hits theaters February 20th, 2026! Watch the trailer and get tickets at icanonlyimagine.com. Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sig
Guardrail #1: Living Above Reproach - Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage - EP 966
What does it really mean to live above reproach in a culture that constantly tests your integrity? In this special series of 'Average Joe' conversations, Jim Ramos sits down with long-time friend Kent Mahelona for an extremely practical conversation about building guardrails that protect both your character and your marriage. Drawing from Jim's upcoming book, Guardrails: 10 Boundaries for an Unbre
MercyMe: The Father-Son Story That Could Change How You See Your Son w/ MercyMe's Bart and Sam Millard EP 965
I Can Only Imagine 2 hits theaters February 20th, 2026! Watch the trailer and get tickets at icanonlyimagine.com. Pain and suffering don't have to break a man—they can forge his story. In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks to Grammy-nominated 'MercyMe' frontman Bart Millard and his son, Sam. Together, they talk about the upcoming film I Can Only Imagine 2 (releasing February 20) and the real s
What Strong Men Actually Need to Overcome Struggles - Podcast Highlight: Shawn Johnson EP 964
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 962, Undefeated: Habits That Break the Cycle of Defeat and Build Purpose w/ Shawn Johnson. Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sign up to be notified when it's available at https://meninthearena.org/guardrails. This episode is sponsored by Compassion Internation
You're Not Who You Think You Are, and It's Holding You Back - Average Joe Conversation w/ Michael Rilee EP 963
What does your life look like when you're truly living out your identity in Christ? Are you becoming who you were created to be—or just living in the shadows of that calling? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend and fellow ministry leader Michael Rilee to unpack what your identity in Christ really means. Not what you do. Not who you know. But who you are at
Undefeated: Habits That Break the Cycle of Defeat and Build Purpose w/ Shawn Johnson 962
What happens when your faith is tested in real time? How do you stay obedient to God when the pressure is high and the path forward isn't clear? In this expert interview, Jim Ramos has a real and deeply transparent conversation with Shawn Johnson, whose world was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with an incurable degenerative brain disease. Shawn openly shares his journey from denial to ho
Why Life's Ups and Downs Actually Speed Up Success - Podcast Highlight: Mark Batterson EP 961
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 926, Preparing for Your Overnight Success: Cultivating Grit During Building Years w/ Mark Batterson. Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sign up to be notified when it's available at https://meninthearena.org/guardrails. This episode is sponsored by Compassion I
4 Rules for Treating Kids How Jesus Did: The Blind Spot in How Adults View Children - Equipping Men in Ten EP 960
How should a man respond when a child walks into the room? Are you intentional—or distracted—in moments that could shape a life forever? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos challenges men to rethink how they engage with children—from toddlers to teenagers. Looking at how Jesus welcomed, valued, and blessed children, Jim unpacks why every interaction matters and how one moment of intenti
Respected at Work but NOT at Home? Getting the Respect You Crave - Message at the MAG EP 959
Are you respected at work—but ignored at home? Do the people who know you best actually respect you? In this weeks message, Jim Ramos unpacks what Scripture says about being a respected man—not a compartmentalized one. Drawing from Job 29 and real-life experience, he challenges men to stop "waffling" between roles and start living as integrated, whole men whose lives are worth imitating. You'll se
What Happens When Work Stress Enters Your Home? - Question & Answer from The Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 958
This is a question from the brotherhood in The Locker Room. Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our 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 difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly
"My Take on Your Parenting" w/ Darby Ramos: Unfiltered Truth from Jim's Middle Son - Son Interview #3 EP 957
Would you be nervous to sit down with your grown child and ask what you got right—and where you blew it as a dad? Jim Ramos has shared openly about what he believes he did wrong as a father… but this time, you get to hear it straight from the son who lived it. In this unique series, Jim is bringing in each of his three sons to analyze the good, bad and ugly of his parenting. Today, Jim sits down w
REBOOT: (The Episode with the HUGE Twist!) The Godly Man's NEXT STEP w/ Richmond Wandera
Men, this episode contains a big curveball and one of the most incredible God moments we've ever experienced in almost 1,000 episodes of the Men in the Arena podcast! Not a dry eye in the house! Don't miss this one. Can one simple "yes" really change the course of someone's entire life? In this powerful episode, Jim Ramos sits down with Richmond, a former Compassion International sponsor child wh
6 Minutes to Understand Biblical Health Principles - Podcast Highlight: Alex Morgan EP 955
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 953, Why God's Design for Healing Starts With What You EAT w/ Alex Morgan. Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sign up to be notified when it's available at https://meninthearena.org/guardrails. This episode is sponsored by Compassion International. Our goal is
5 Surprising Lessons Pastors Should Learn from Normal Guys - Equipping Men in Ten EP 954
Are paid pastors actually more spiritually mature than the men in the pews? Why do so many leaders burn out while everyday laymen quietly endure? What if the men who don't get paid for ministry are often the ones doing it best? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos looks back to his late 20s and early 30s in ministry and exposes a pattern he couldn't ignore. This episode isn't about teari
Why God's Design for Healing Starts With What You EAT w/ Alex Morgan EP 953
What if the food you're eating every day is either helping you heal—or slowly breaking you down? And what if God designed your body with the capacity to heal when you fuel it the right way? In this Expert Interview, Jim Ramos sits down with Alex Morgan, author of Designed to Heal, to unpack the powerful connection between food, lifestyle, and whole-person health. Alex shares the deeply personal st
Why Some Marriages Succeed While Others Struggle - Podcast Highlight: Chris Herb EP 952
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 943, Simple, Battle-Tested Marriage Habits that will Transform Your Relationship w/ Chris Herb. Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sign up to be notified when it's available at https://meninthearena.org/guardrails. This episode is sponsored by Compassion Intern
How God Works Before You Even Know Him - Average Joe Conversation w/ Wade Sims EP 951
Has God been working in your life longer than you realize? Have you ever looked back and seen moments that felt guided—even before you knew Christ? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with high school teacher and coach, and friend, Wade Sims. Wade shares how his life seemed led from the very beginning—through opportunities, challenges, and circumstances that onl
REBOOT: Porn: Your Scientific Path to Freedom: How to Eradicate the 6 Roots that are Keeping You Stuck w/ Ted Shimer
Shimer teaches you the 6 scientific roots of your porn use, and gives you practical steps for eradicating them from your life for good. Ted Shimer has mentored men since 1991. He is a Dallas Seminary-trained Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional-Supervisor who helps people overcome the bondage of pornography in the context of making disciples. Ted is the Founder of The Freedom Fight, an online porn
REBOOT: Love Through the Decades: How to Make It Long-Term in Marriage w/ Kim Kimberling
What do you picture your marriage looking like in ten years? What about twenty? Will it be better than it is today? One thing is for sure: it will be different. The good news is there are some things you can start doing now and ensure your marriage makes it long-term and thrives. In this week's interview, author Dr. Kim Kimberling joins Jim Ramos to discuss his book, "Love, Intimacy, and Sex in t
REBOOT: King Me: Becoming the Hero in Your Story w/ Michael Thompson
Every 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 rec
Two Vital Questions that Godly Men Ask - Equipping Men in Ten EP 947
Who are you—really? Why did God put you on this earth? In this Equipping Men in 10 episode, Jim Ramos takes men to Moses at the burning bush to answer the two questions every man wrestles with: "Who am I?" and "Why am I here?" Using Scripture and real-world application, Jim introduces two practical frameworks every man can use to clarify his identity and purpose. This episode challenges men to sto
Real Faith or Just Habit? What Walking with God Actually Looks Like for Men - Message at the MAG EP 946
Are you settling for religion when God is calling you to a relationship? Do you just know about Jesus - or do you actually walk with Him? In this Message at the Mag, Jim Ramos helps men who are tired of shallow faith and spiritual passivity. This isn't about church attendance, religious habits, or moral behavior; it's about a real, daily, relationship with the one true God. You'll get insight into
Guilt vs. Shame in Kids - Question & Answer from The Locker Room w/ Jim Ramos EP 945
Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our 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 life's difficult questions. Sharing community with these amazing men is one of the most enjoyable things I do. - Jim Ramos. You can join here: https://pa
