There are ignorant voices in the world calling masculinity toxic. True masculinity is a blessing to the world, and there are some loads that God designed only men to carry. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos shows you how to use the weight of who you are to be a blessing to your world. When a man gets it—everyone wins. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

What’s the difference between a Male and a Man? A Man shows up. A Man follows through. In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos is joined by TJ Greaney, the founder of Kids Outdoor Zone, the nation’s fastest growing hunting, fishing and outdoor ministry, to discuss how God can use the men of the Church to reach today’s young males and help them become men. You’ll walk away from this episode with practical, tangible ways that you can help the next generation of men. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

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 Part 2 of his series "Seasons of a Man's Life", 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.  [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

There are so many voices telling you how to parent, how do you sift through the worldly advice and get to the true spirit of fatherhood? In this week's interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Larry Hagner from Dad.Edge to discuss the roots of healthy, godly parenting. He offers practical advice to get you on track to make a lasting, positive impact on your kid's life.  Larry’s Book: The Spirit of Fatherhood - [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

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 Part 1 of his series "Seasons of a Man's Life", Pastor Jim Ramos shares the first 2 seasons of manhood ("spring" and "summer"), and how each season is vital in creating a complete life that’s well lived.  [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

Have you been hurt at church? One of the biggest barriers to men going to church is the people IN the church! In this week's interview, Pastor Jim Ramos is joined by Wendell Morton to teach you practical ways to deal with the wounds you've received from 'church people.' How do you stay in church even when it's filled by sinners? How do you forgive and release the bitterness that makes you reluctant to go on Sunday, or has even driven you away from the church altogether? You'll walk away from this epsisode with strategies to overcome hurt and release the only prisoner of unforginessness: you. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

Did you know courage is a character trait developed over time? Like weightlifting, men have to practice, struggle and persevere to build the “muscles” of courage until it becomes who we are. The good news: God wired men to be courageous. Like a cattle brand, God has stamped the desire to be courageous into men. But it’s up to you to make that choice. In this final message in the “Take Courage” series from the MAG, Pastor Jim Ramos shares how we can make sure our character is SOLID and not easily swayed by the worldly pressures men face. This message is from The MAG, The McMinnville Area Gathering for men, which meets weekly most Wednesday nights at Grange Hall in McMinnville, Oregon. You can come out to see Jim Ramos in person checking his  at , or  at your next event. (Note: Jim's speaking calendar is filling up fast due to the Sept 3 release of his new book, "Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God" with David C Cook publishing. If you'd like to bring him to your church to speak or run a workshop for you men, reach out soon!) [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at  for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

You hurt for the victims of sex trafficking, but what can you DO about it? There’s a way you can help survivors of sex trafficking without leaving your home. In this week’s unique and powerful interview, Jim Ramos is joined by sisters Shannon Sloan and Amanda Kozlowski to talk about their ministry, the Free Bird Initiative. They share powerful stories of rescue and redemption and teach you how you can honor your own wife while helping empower sex trafficking survivors. Free Bird Initiative: Ring True: GHOST: Genesee Human Oppression Strike Team: (online safety training for parents) [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

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 needs. Jim pulls from Michael Thompson’s () book KING ME(), taking his principles and breaking them down so you’ll be able to take action starting today! Michael’s book: [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]  

“I’m fine” says every man…but it’s not true. We live in a broken world and every man brings brokenness to the table. How do we sift through our brokenness to find healing? How do we break the cycle of childhood trauma and generational sin? And how do we forgive those that contributed to our brokenness? This week, Jim Ramos is joined again by men’s ministry giant Patrick Morley (of ‘Man in the Mirror’ fame, listen to our interview about that book ), to discuss his new book, ‘From Broken Boy to Mended Man: A Positive Plan to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Break the Cycle.’ This episode will help you identify your areas that are broken, create an actionable plan for healing them, and deal with the scars from past brokenness.  Patrick’s Books: From Broken Boy to Mended Man - (using our link helps support the ministry, thanks!) Man in the Mirror - [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]

One of the biggest questions men ask is, “what does a spiritual leader look like and how do I become one in my home?” In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos reviews 3 practical ways men can lead by example using 1st Timothy 4:15. You’ll walk away from this episode knowing how to start your journey to become the spiritual leader in your home. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at  for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]