Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast

Kent Evans is the Executive Director and co-founder of Manhood Journey, a ministry that helps fathers become disciple-makers. After a twenty-year career as a business leader, he embarked on biblical Fatherhood ministry projects. He's appeared on television, radio, web outlets and podcasts. He's spoken at parenting and men's events. His first book, Wise Guys: Unlocking Hidden Wisdom from the Men Around You, was written to help men learn how to find mentors and wise counsel. Learn more at https://manhoodjourney.org/ or https://fatheronpurpose.org/

THE TOOLS

TOOL #1: TRUST GOD "If you're headed down the path of being a godly dad, you won't get too far without something guiding your direction. You're gonna need a true north. Trusting God is the first tool you need in your pack."

TOOL #2: KNOW SCRIPTURE

TOOL #3: PRAY FERVENTLY "The more you trust God and the more you know His Word, the more you realize you need Him. You can't do this alone. You need help. Reliance on God requires communication with God. It's a two-way transmission that never stops."

TOOL #4: BUILD RELATIONSHIPS "You're not built to go through this life alone. Forces are waging war against you. For you to have the tool of building relationships, you'll need to head these relationship killers off at the pass— PRIDE: Self-focus is so subtle you often don't see it until it's too late CULTURE: You're told real men keep silent–if you talk, you're the odd-man-out COMPETITION: You compete all the time and it's exhausting."

TOOL #5: SERVE OTHERS "When we serve out of duty, we're doing it begrudgingly. We do it because we have to. When we're serving from a place of devotion, we're serving because we care about the other person. We do it because we choose to. When we serve from a heart of delight, we're actually, looking forward to serving. We do it because we get to."

TOOL #6: STEWARD RESOURCES "The Godly dad understands everything he has is not his own. His money, time, family, possessions, influence. These are all gifts that must be stewarded well."

TOOL #7: MAKE DISCIPLES "The Godly dad makes disciples. There are two places where you should be discipling others."

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The DESCENT is LEADING COURAGEOUSLY because it is the functional as well as foundational component of manhood. Every year more people die on the DESCENT than the climb.

SERVANT (1 Timothy 3:1, and Acts 20:28)

1. I find true joy in serving others.
2. My family would say that I am a willing servant.

TEACHER (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:9)

1. I regularly share my Christian beliefs.
2. I often share with others what I have learned in the Bible.

LEADER (1 Timothy 3:4 and Titus 1:6)

1. I consistently lead by Joshua 24:15, "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord."
2. My wife trusts my spiritual leadership.

SELFLESS (Titus 1:7)

1. I live by C.S. Lewis' quote that, "Humility is not thinking less of yourself. It is thinking of yourself less."
2. I am willing to listen and adjust if someone's idea is better than mine.

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Patrick is the founder and Executive Director of Ironman Outdoors, a men's ministry whose mission is to "Connect Men to Christ in the Outdoors." Patrick and his army of volunteer pro staffers lead over 40 weekend hunting and fishing retreats for men each year. From humble beginnings in his Sunday School class, the ministry has grown to 14 states and offers life changing weekends for men each year. Patrick and his wife Sheron have 4 children and reside in Blythewood, SC.

Our ministry reaches men for Christ through our "manhood discussions." We create a Bass Pro Shop atmosphere where men feel safe taking off their camo!

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The summit is PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY because it is apex of masculinity It is the summit of manhood.

PURSUING GOD PASSIONATELY

HOSPITABLE (1 Timothy 3:2 and Titus 1:8)

1. I come alive when I can bless someone with a gift or help them in a time of need.
2. I love to make people feel welcome.

GENEROUS (1 Timothy 3:3 and Titus 1:7)

1. I give at least 10% my income to the causes I care about.
2. I am known as a generous man.

GOOD (Titus 1:8)

1. I long for the things that please God.
2. I do not allow anything into my mind that would hinder me from becoming God's best version of me.

DEVOUT (Titus 1:8)

1. I strive to find victory in my life over sin.
2. My life looks different than those who do not follow Christ.

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Thane Marcus Ringler is a former professional golfer turned speaker, writer, and development coach living in Denver, CO with his wife Evan. Thane is the host of The Up & Comers Show, a podcast all about the process of becoming and living with intentionality, while sharing stories from other inspiring up and comers along the way. Today we are talking about his short ebook called, Catalysts For Hope: Unlocking Energy, Optimism, And Your Full Potential, which is today's topic for the show.

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FAITHFUL (1 Timothy 3:2)

1. I follow strict moral boundaries to ensure my fidelity.

2. My wife would say that I consider her the most important person to me.

MODERATE (1 Timothy 3:3; Titus 1:7)

1. There is no food, drink, or foreign substance that has mastery over me.

2. I am not overweight for my age, body type, and height.

PEACEMAKER (1 Timothy 3:3)

1. People tell me that I am a team player who works well with others.

2. When I have a problem with someone, I go to them instead of ignoring it.

DISCIPLINED (1 Timothy 3:6)

1. I exercise at least 3-4 times a week.

2. I do not engage in gossip or negative talk.

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Joe Rigney is assistant professor of theology and literature at Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He is also a pastor at Cities Church in St. Paul and the author of: 5 Books including our book for today— More Than a Battle: How to Experience Victory, Freedom, and Healing from Lust. He lives in Minneapolis with his wife and three sons.

Boots on the Ground:

Women, have a conversation without being threatened about lust with your husband.

Men, get into a group of men who will push you because they want you to win.

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PROTECTING INTEGRITY

A. RESPECTED (1 Timothy 3:2)

1. I have been told that I am a role model.
2. I am known as a man of my word.

B. PATIENT (Titus 1:7)

1. Those closest to me would say I am a great listener.
2. I model thinking before speaking.

C. GENTLE (1 Timothy 3:3)

1. I am careful not to inflict guilt or shame upon someone when they make a mistake.
2. I am sensitive to the feelings of others.

D. FAIR (Titus 1:8)

1. I judge a person by their character more than their color, religion, appearance.
2. I am known as a someone who is fair.

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Greg Stoughton was born with ectrodactyly, a rare genetic condition causing him to miss a few fingers and toes at birth, with some of those have being fused. Yet, Greg is an overcomer!

Greg Stoughton has served in full time ministry for over three decades with Cru—formerly Campus Crusade for Christ—with Athletes in Action.

Throughout Greg's 30-years in ministry, a passion to reach and equip men is evidenced in many roles.

Greg authored a book about his faith and life journey, Born Wrong, Made Right: Thinking Differently to Unleash Your Potential. It's our focus of today's conversation.

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Jim Ramos Reveals his Life Work that we believe will be live changing for 1000's of men around the world. With the help of God's word Jim helps men to identify what a godly man looks like and for men to identify where they are at on their journey.

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