Many men confuse being “strong” with being numb. We hurt others by staying broken—and are you ready to truly heal?

In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos discusses the 7 stages of true healing. We challenge you to own your story, rise from your pain, and pass down hard-earned wisdom through healing to the next generation.

For more on this check out Patrick Morley's book 'From Broken Boy to Mended Man: A Positive Plan to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Break the Cycle'

Check out Episode 586 with Bruce Hebel which is mentioned in this episode!

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Men, our lives are constantly buzzing with noise and distractions. How can we truly connect with Jesus? 

In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to John Eldredge, author of the influential book 'Wild at Heart' and his newest book “Experience Jesus. Really”. John shares wisdom and practical steps on how to experience a deeper relationship with God amidst the chaos of the modern digital world. 

Order John’s Book 'Experience Jesus. Really'. (Using our link to check out the book helps support our ministry - thanks!)

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Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena

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This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 624, Your Wife Doesn’t Communicate Like You: How to Leverage Your Communication Styles for a Happier Marriage w/ Bill Farrel. Check it out! 

Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook 

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Are you stepping up as a father and mentor in today's world?

In this ‘Average Joe’ conversation on The Men in the Arena Podcast, Pastor Jim Ramos brings back Dale Collver, Men in the Arena’s original podcast producer! Dale is a seasoned youth ministry leader and Discipleship Director at The Gate Community Youth Center. Dale shares his journey, the 3 types of dads he sees as he works with teenagers, and how men like you can shape the next generation. It’s time to step up—because men, you have what it takes to make a lasting impact on today’s youth!

Check out the podcast referenced in this episode for parenting guidance and wisdom with Kirk Martin!

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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 message comes from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon.

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Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 678, Breaking the Porn Cycle: The 7 Pillars of Freedom from Sexual Sin w/ Nick Stumbo. Check it out! 

Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook 

This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com

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From Rock Bottom to Redemption! 

Tune in for a powerful, no-holds-barred episode as Adnan Rudan and his wife Kristy share their incredible journey. Adnan, a dedicated policeman, hit rock bottom—but that’s when he found God and Men in the Arena. Facing a shattered marriage and battling inner demons, Adnan turned to faith and found a path to redemption.

Surrounded by strong men and fueled by the guidance from this podcast, his transformation is nothing short of extraordinary. From a conflicted husband to a steadfast, loving leader of his home, Adnan’s story is a testament to strength, resilience, and the power of redemption. (This is a 10-minute excerpt from a 45-minute interview that will air at a later date. Stay tuned!) 

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This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com

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Men, are your thoughts holding you back? Taking control of your thoughts could be the key to unlocking spiritual and personal transformation.

In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Kyle Idleman, author of ‘Every Thought Captive: Calm the Mental Chaos That Keeps You Stuck, Drains Your Hope, and Holds You Back. Kyle, a prominent pastor and author, dives deep into the power of mental transformation through biblical principles. Discover practical and spiritual strategies to renew your mind and unlock significant transformation in your life. 

Pre-order Kyle’s Book 'Every Thought Captive' (Using our link to check out the book helps support our ministry - thanks!)

This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com

Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena

Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena

Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook 

This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 800, Becoming a Rescuer: How One Man Rescued Me w/ Rick Magee. Check it out! 

Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God tinyurl.com/dialedinbook 

This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com

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Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena

What if we let ChatGPT write a book using Jim's past work? Would it align with the principles of Men in the Arena?

In this week’s engaging 10-minute episode, Jim dives into ChatGPT’s take on what "it" thinks he would write his next book, “Guardrails”, about. Tune in to see how AI interprets Jim’s ideas and the core principles of his work.

Discover the books that inspired this unique AI version of “Guardrails”.

Strong Men Dangerous Times: Five Essentials Every Man Must Possess to Change His World

Guts and Manhood: Four Irrefutable Attributes of Courage

Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God

This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30! MTNTOUGH.com

Want access to an ad-free, early-release version of the podcast? Get it with Arena Access on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena

Have questions you wish you could ask Jim about life, marriage, men's ministry, or manhood? Join his monthly live Zoom Q&A by joining The Locker Room on Patreon. patreon.com/themeninthearena