Episodes

  • How to Talk About Your Faith: Becoming a Gospeler w/ Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson EP 744

    How to Talk About Your Faith: Becoming a Gospeler w/ Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson EP 744
    Jun 28 2024
    Do you hesitate to share your faith in Christ? Worry that you’re not qualified? Wonder how to do it without sounding weird? In this week’s interview, 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 why many Christians never move to the stage of sharing their faith, and how you can get started. You’ll walk away with practical, simple ways to start conversations and make sure you’re a “Gospeler” for Christ. Willie Robertson’s Book: -> (Using our link to check out the book supports our ministry – thanks! [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks of free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Should Christians Smoke Weed? Is Marijuana OK for the Christian Man? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 743

    Should Christians Smoke Weed? Is Marijuana OK for the Christian Man? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 743
    Jun 25 2024
    Is it a SIN for a Christian man to smoke pot? Now that marijuana is legal in many states, does that make it OK? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos explores whether the Bible has anything to say about weed and its place in the life of a Christian man. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks of free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    8 mins
  • How Christians Can Do Politics BETTER w/ Curtis Chang EP 742

    How Christians Can Do Politics BETTER w/ Curtis Chang EP 742
    Jun 21 2024
    Have you lost a relationship over politics? Most of us have. The Church has slowly been divided based on partisan beliefs, and God is calling you to bridge the gap. The intersection of faith and politics doesn’t have to be messy. Thankfully, the Gospel shows us a better way. In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Curtis Chang, theologian and faculty member of Duke Divinity School. He dives into his newest book “The After Party: Toward Better Christian Politics” which helps Christians navigate political conversations and rebuild relationships. Curtis's book: [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks of free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    57 mins
  • Is the Bible Sexist and Misogynistic? Responding to Accusations of Sexism in the Bible - Equipping Men in Ten EP 741

    Is the Bible Sexist and Misogynistic? Responding to Accusations of Sexism in the Bible - Equipping Men in Ten EP 741
    Jun 18 2024
    Christians are sexist!” “The Bible is misogynistic!” We’ve all heard the accusations: many atheists and deconstructing Christians assert that the Bible endorses the oppression of women. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos responds to the accusation that the Bible is a work that subjugates women and endorses sexism, and teaches you how you might be reading certain passages wrong. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    9 mins
  • Legend vs. Legacy: A Rite of Passage Recipe w/ Chuck Stecker EP 740

    Legend vs. Legacy: A Rite of Passage Recipe w/ Chuck Stecker EP 740
    Jun 14 2024
    How do your children KNOW when they have crossed into adulthood? There is an entire generation of young people who crave significance in a world of confusion, violence, and immorality. How can you help your children find their way to become Godly adults? In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Chuck Stecker, an expert in intergenerational ministry. He presents the lost art of "Rite of Passage", and tells you why it needs to be reinstituted and how you as a father can implement it. Prepare for a rite of passage ceremony recipe for your son or daughter. Check out Chuck's book, Men of Honor, Women of Virtue: Raising Kids to Keep the Faith (Using our link to check out the book supports our ministry – thanks!) [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks of free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    1 hr
  • 5 Ways Good Dads Can Show Up (Even After Divorce) – Equipping Men in Ten EP 739

    5 Ways Good Dads Can Show Up (Even After Divorce) – Equipping Men in Ten EP 739
    Jun 11 2024
    Are your kids part of the 48% of children today who won’t reach 18 years of age with both parents still in the home? If so, or even if your family is still intact, this episode will help you SHOW UP as a dad. In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you how to be so consistent that your presence builds a firm foundation in your kids’ hearts. You’ll walk away from this episode with 5 boots-on-the-ground tactics to stay engaged with your kids. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    8 mins
  • The Biblical Case for Wife Kids (even in Second Marriages)– Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 738

    The Biblical Case for Wife Kids (even in Second Marriages)– Jim Ramos at The MAG EP 738
    Jun 7 2024
    Are you married? Your wife is greater than your kids. Remarried? Still true! The Bible shows us that your wife is greater than your kids, even in the tricky situation of remarriage. In this message at the MAG, Pastor Jim Ramos lays out the biblical case for this counter-cultural assertion, WIFE > KIDS. This message is from The MAG, The McMinville 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 bring him to speak at your next event. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    35 mins
  • Become a Level 5 Dad: What Level of Father Leadership Have You Achieved? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 737

    Become a Level 5 Dad: What Level of Father Leadership Have You Achieved? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 737
    Jun 4 2024
    We all want to be successful leaders and fathers in our homes. But how do we properly assess where we’re at and what areas we can improve? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos breaks down the 5 levels of leadership a dad can obtain. Jim asks you to get real with yourself to make an honest assessment of your level of leadership and consider how you can move up to be a level 5 leader in your home. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]
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    12 mins