# Do Christian Men Actually Need Church? You're Defining it Wrong – Average Joe Conversation w/ Ben Sullivan EP 1022

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Podcast: [Men in the Arena - Christian Men's Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/men-in-the-arena-christian-men-s-podcast-984346)
Published: 2026-06-30T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: http://podcast.meninthearena.org/1022
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## Resource

Can you follow Jesus without being part of a local church? In this 'Average Joe' conversation, Jim Ramos sits down with longtime friend Ben Sullivan to tackle this tough topic head-on. By defining what the church truly is and digging into Scripture, they separate tradition from biblical truth and answer one of the most common questions men wrestle with today. Want to protect your marriage? Get our free ebook: 7 Guardrails to Protect Your Marriage Before It's Too Late . You can start a ministry to father the fatherless in your church! Learn how with our sponsor, Kids Outdoor Zone at https://kidsoutdoorzone.com/arena .

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