What would you tell your younger self if you had the chance?

In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with Cade Welch, a student, athelete and one of the spiritual leaders on the Lindfield University Football team. Cade asks that question: "what would you tell your younger self?" Hear what Jim would do differently, what he's learned about following Jesus, and the advice he wishes he had received years ago.

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Power isn't about being the loudest man in the room. It looks like something else entirely. In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Ryan Miller about his new book 'Meek as a Mustang'. Ryan exposes what the world gets wrong about strength, power, and what it means to be a dangerous man for God. Check out his new book that's out now! Meek as a Mustang: Find the Strength to Surrender Your Wild Heart to Jesus https://tinyurl.com/meek115

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Men, are you stuck in the daily grind? Wondering if you're getting anywhere? How do you zoom out to see the bigger picture in the Stress Bubble?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, pastor Jim Ramos teaches you the activity that he did once 25 years ago which still impacts his life today. In fact, the ministry of Men in the Arena is a direct result of it!

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You have a gift the world needs. The question is, do you know what it is?

In this week's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos lays out the five masculine gifts God gives men and how yours can shape the people around you. Learn what your gift means, where it fits, and how to step into it with strength and purpose.

Know your gift. Own it and use it.

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Are you a CINO—Christian In Name Only? What would it take for you to go all in for Jesus? In this week's expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with country music artist Granger Smith, who walked away from a successful career in the music industry to pursue full-time ministry. He shares why he chose to leave the spotlight behind and put everything on the line for Christ, and the toxic beliefs that were holding him back in his faith. Check out Granger's new book that's out now! Poison in the Well: 11 Toxic Beliefs That Kept Me from the Living Water of Jesus https://tinyurl.com/poison115

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Feeling like your family is running on fumes in the chaos of life? Wondering how to build a connection when everyone's moving in different directions—especially in a blended family?

In this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos delivers 10 powerful strategies to help you lead your family with strength, clarity, and purpose. This isn't about being a perfect dad or husband—it's about showing up, leading well, and refusing to settle for passive fatherhood.

Check out the resources listed in this episode: Building Love Together in Blended Families

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For most of human history, cultures have marked that transition with a Rite of Passage. Today, many boys reach adulthood without ever having that moment. Are we missing something?

In this week's Equipping Men in Ten, Jim Ramos lays out a simple, biblical approach to creating a Rite of Passage for your son. It doesn't require a big budget or a complicated program, and you can do it in your own backyard with your son or gather a group of men and boys for the experience.

Give your son a moment he will remember. Call him into manhood.

Check out Rick Johnson's book about the rite of passage: https://tinyurl.com/power115

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Do you hesitate to share your faith in Christ?

In this week's interview clip, Jim Ramos is joined by Duck Dynasty's Willie Robertson to talk about his new book, Gospeler: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time.

He shares 3 ways you can start conversations and make sure you're a "Gospeler" for Christ.

Willie Robertson's Book:

Gospeler: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time ->tinyurl.com/gospeler115

Listen to the full episode here!

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Ever 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 this week's 10-minute (RE)quipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos shares the final 2 seasons of manhood ("fall" and "winter"), and how each season is vital in creating a complete life that's well lived.

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Everywhere we turn, society continues to downplay the critical role of fathers. But let's make one thing clear: that's flat-out wrong. In this week's message, Pastor Jim Ramos brings to light some shocking statistics about the devastating impact fatherlessness is having on our youth. Men, it's time to rise up, take charge, and mentor this generation that's been left without fathers. This is a reboot of a message from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

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Has Men in the Arena helped you make a change in your life, small or large? We want to hear your impact story! https://meninthearena.org/pages/hero-stories

You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena.