The God's Design series is a 6 week series for small groups, families, and churches. Each season explores what the Bible has to say about God's design for you individually and as a community. This popular series goes through: 1. God's Design For Your Life 2. God's Design For Great Relationships 3. God's Design For Growing Spiritually 4. God's Design For Greatness 5. God's Design For Changing The World 6. God's Design For Authentic Worship Each episode includes free access to study guides and ...
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Ecclesiastes: Finding Meaning in a World of Passing Pursuits - With Barnabas Piper - A Lifeway Study
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Barnabas Piper is an assistant pastor at Immanuel Church in Nashville and is the author or coauthor of several books and small group studies, including The Pastor’s Kid, Help My Unbelief, and Hoping for Happiness. Prior to being called into ministry Barnabas worked in Christian publishing for almost 15 years. He co-hosts the Curious Curmudgeons podcast, writes regularly for He Reads Truth, and has contributed to numerous other websites and publications. Piper speaks regularly at churches, ca ...
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How do you build groups? Are you building or maintaining your small groups ministry? We seek to start, spark, and spur on thought trails you otherwise wouldn't have to get you asking questions you normally wouldn't because you get to hear to some of the best church leaders in Groups ministry across the country. Tune in to learn and explore areas of Groups ministry you've never considered before or need reminders.
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Romans Chapter 8: Climbing to a Place of Confident Faith Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you’ve ever had feelings like, “I’m not good enough,” “I’m never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this video series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hop ...
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Exploring the Heart of the Parables Stories Jesus Told is a six week mini-series with teaching from author Daniel Fusco. Everyone loves a good story. Whether it’s a novel, film, or song, we are products of the narratives that have formed us—for good or bad. If you need fresh inspiration or are stuck living under the weight of a story you can’t shake off, consider this study of the parables of Jesus. Through six sessions, you’ll hear directly from Jesus through the Word. His parables not only ...
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The 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 a ...
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An agency of The United Methodist Church, Discipleship Ministries helps local church, district, and conference leaders fulfill the shared dream of making world-changing disciples. The agency connects leaders with needed resourcing, training, consulting, and networking that support spiritual formation, new church development, revitalization of local churches, and materials for use in Central Conferences. Discipleship Ministries has embarked upon an integrated, strategic direction that serves ...
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The Most Misunderstood Words in the Church: Mercy, Grace, Judgment & Wrath – Message at the MAG EP 869
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26:20Are you dishing out judgment when you should be offering mercy? Is your version of justice undermining God’s grace? In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos delves into mercy, grace, judgment, and wrath. If you don’t understand these principles, you're fumbling the fundamentals of the Christian life. These aren't just theological buzzwords—they det…
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Remove THIS Word From Your Marriage NOW - Podcast Highlight: Kim Kimberling EP 868
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6:45This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 770, Love Through the Decades: How to Make It Long-Term in Marriage w/ Kim Kimberling. Check it out! This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com. Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of like-…
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3 Powerful Questions Men Asked in The Locker Room EP 867
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16:39Today’s episode is a special peek behind the curtain of The Locker Room—our bi-monthly Zoom call where men tackle life’s toughest questions and connect directly with Jim Ramos on all things relating to Biblical masculinity. We dive into real struggles that Christian men face. Here are three powerful questions from some recent Locker Room sessions w…
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The ‘Serpent’ and ‘Dove’ Paradox: What Jesus Meant – Message at the MAG EP 866
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33:09Jesus calls us men to walk a powerful paradox—bold in truth, but gentle in spirit. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos breaks down what it looks like to be a tactical, discerning noticer of people without losing the humility and purity that makes the gospel irresistible. You’ve been sent out like sheep among wolves, not to be passive or polite…
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The Hidden Battle Plan Written in Scripture - Podcast Highlight: Jeff Voth EP 865
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3:39This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 686, Becoming a Serpent Crusher: How to Crush the Enemies of Your Best Version w/ Jeff Voth. Check it out! This episode is sponsored by MTNTOUGH Fitness Lab, a Christian-owned fitness app. Get 6 weeks free with the code ARENA30 at MTNTOUGH.com. Every man needs a locker room. Join a brotherhood of…
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Dad Bod to God Bod: 6 Rules + 7 Steps – Equipping Men in Ten EP 864
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10:27The “dad bod” is just another lie the world sold you. The Bible instructs us to treat our bodies as a living temple — but for many of us, it's a ticking time bomb. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos discusses why the dad bod is not biblical, not healthy, and not sustainable if you want to lead well, live long, and finish s…
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How Wives Speak Life: Powerful Words That Build or Destroy Men w/ Dave and Ann Wilson EP 863
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57:30What if the secret to your success as a husband starts with what your wife says—and what you don’t say? Your wife's words may be slowly breaking you and she probably doesn't even know it. In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by the hosts of FamilyLife Today, Dave and Ann Wilson. They get brutally honest about the real battles that r…
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3 Marriage Lies Destroying Your Home - Podcast Highlight: Aaron Freeman EP 862
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5:01This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 695, Fight Smarter: Fight FOR Your Marriage by Fighting WITH Your Wife (the Right Way) w/ Aaron Freeman. 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 Ch…
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The Dangerous Men ‘Coaching’ Christian Men Online: Who Should You Follow? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 861
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13:20Are you blindly following the wrong leaders? Could you be letting unqualified voices shape your soul? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos exposes the trend of self-proclaimed “coaches” flooding the internet with no real accountability or biblical backbone. Too many men are allowing themselves to be discipled by leaders who …
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Why I’m Still a Christian: 20 Years of Debates, Where Famous Atheists’ Best Arguments Failed w/ Justin Brierley EP 860
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1:05:24Why are so many young men turning back to Christianity in a culture that’s moving in the opposite direction? Is their faith intellectually credible — or is it just blind belief? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Justin Brierley, host of the groundbreaking Unbelievable? podcast, to dive deep into the raw truth about faith, doub…
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Why Society is Sabotaging Your Daughter's Self-Image - Podcast Highlight: Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield EP 859
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3:02This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 635, How to Connect with Your Daughter: 15 Tools for Girl Dads - Part 2 w/ Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield. Check it out!By Jim Ramos, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield
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Leaving SOFT Christianity Behind: 4 Ways Modern Christian Men Are Dangerously Soft – Equipping Men in Ten EP 858
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13:26Men, are you man enough to face your weaknesses? It takes real courage to confront your weaknesses head-on. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos pulls no punches as he challenges men to confront the areas where they fall short. Drawing from his bestselling book Strong Men Dangerous Times, this episode will push you to stop h…
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Scott Sullivan - The Power of Real Relationships
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53:26Scott Sullivan is the Discipleship Catalyst for the Georgia Baptist Mission Board, where he serves hundreds of churches all across the state. Scott and his team take churches through thorough assessments and, focusing on relational disciple-making practices, partner with pastors and leaders to create customized strategies within the context of thei…
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The SECRET to Becoming an On-Fire Christian Man w/ The Kendrick Brothers EP 857
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57:19Men, how do you go from a decision for Jesus to a life as a sold-out, on-fire follower? In this week’s expert interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Alex and Stephen Kendrick (better known as ‘The Kendrick Brothers’), the filmmakers behind films like 'Courageous,' 'War Room,' ‘Facing the Giants,' and 'The Forge.’ They discuss their new book, Devoted to …
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Christian Men: Your Most Important Battlefield is Home! - Podcast Highlight: Heidi St. John EP 856
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3:34This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 699, Loving Your Wife Through Brokenness (How My Husband Did It) w/ Heidi St. John Check it out! (https://tinyurl.com/Battle115) 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…
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This NEW Definition of Manhood Changes Everything – Average Joe Conversation w/ David Everson EP 855
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23:01Are you living as the man God called you to be—or the one culture expects you to be? In this ‘Average Joe’ conversation on The Men in the Arena Podcast, Pastor Jim Ramos brings in David Everson, a local leader at The McMinnville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. Jim and David unpack the meaning of true masculinity. Together, they dive …
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The Bible’s Most POWERFUL Second Chance Story – Message at the MAG EP 854
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36:47Men, do you believe God still has a plan for you, even after you’ve blown it? We can all learn from Peter — a man who failed publicly and painfully, yet was restored by Jesus and used powerfully. In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos dives into failure, redemption, and the relentless grace of God. Drawing from personal experience, Jim confronts …
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The CRIPPLING Mistake Christian Men Make With Goals - Podcast Highlight: Jon Acuff EP 853
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6:52This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 673, A 3-Step Plan to Achieve Your Goals w/ Jon Acuff 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 th…
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3 Powerful Questions Men Asked in The Locker Room EP 852
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18:04Today’s episode is a special peek behind the curtain of The Locker Room—our bi-monthly Zoom call where men tackle life’s toughest questions and connect directly with Jim Ramos on all things relating to Biblical masculinity. We dive into real struggles that Christian men face. Here are three powerful questions from some recent Locker Room sessions w…
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How to Stay Calm in Any Storm (Like Jesus Did) w/ Justin Kendrick EP 851
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1:02:26Men, do you want to develop an unshakable spiritual grit that can stand when everything around you is falling apart? In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Justin Kendrick, author of the book ‘How to Quiet a Hurricane: Strategies for Christian Endurance in the Midst of Life’s Storms’. Justin brings powerful insight from his book and lays out …
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Strong Men, Broken Culture: Restoring God's Design - Podcast Highlight: Chris Harper EP 850
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4:19This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 697, Become a Better Man: The 4 Pillars of Masculinity w/ Chris Harper 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 w…
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How God Redeemed Our Marriage (the Full Story) w/ The Rudans EP 849
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43:22Is it possible for one encounter with Jesus to restore a marriage and change generations? If you're struggling in your relationship, praying for your spouse, or just need a reminder of God's ability to turn things around, this testimony will encourage you. In today’s conversation on The Men in the Arena Podcast, Pastor Jim Ramos sits down with Adna…
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Tithing vs. Giving: What the Bible Actually Teaches – Message at The MAG EP 848
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30:52Men, you may be trapped in living with a ‘poverty spirit’. Do you view money as a tool for God’s kingdom — or as something to fear or hoard? In this week’s message, Pastor Jim Ramos challenges us to re-evaluate our views on money and giving. Jim stresses the importance of living with a spirit of abundance, generosity, and making the gospel appealin…
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Healing vs. Shame: The BATTLE in Church Culture - Podcast Highlight: Sam Black EP 847
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4:20This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 684, Healing from Porn: Your Ultimate Purity Resource List w/ Sam Black 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 …
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I Found the Proverbs 31 for Men! Unpacking 9 Marks of a Man from Job 29 – Equipping Men in Ten EP 846
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14:59There’s a blueprint in the Bible for what it means to be a Godly man—have you seen it? That’s right, the Bible doesn't just tell men to lead—it shows us how! In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos discusses what he calls the Proverbs 31 for men, drawn straight from Job Chapter 29. This episode is a call to action for men who w…
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From Porn Set to Pulpit: Lies That Almost Destroyed Me w/ Joshua Broome EP 845
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1:04:38What happens when you believe the lies the world tells you about your identity? Is it possible to walk away from those lies and step fully into freedom through Christ? In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos talks to Joshua Broome, author of the book ‘7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life’. Joshua Broome's life journey is nothing short of miraculous. From gr…
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