March or Die

In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard sit down with Matthew Gay, author of Fit Church and founder of FIT Church United, to unpack his powerful story of redemption, purpose, and calling. After surviving a devastating car accident that should have left him paralyzed, or worse, Matthew discovered that God had more for him. Raised by immigrant parents and scarred by a broken relationship with his father, Matt’s early life spiraled into rebellion, addiction, and eventually jail. But when tragedy struck, everything changed. In the wreckage, God met him, and rebuilt him physically, spiritually, and missionally. Now, Matthew is on a mission to bridge the gap between physical health and spiritual purpose, helping churches and believers become fit for the calling God has placed on their lives. This isn’t about vanity, it’s about stewardship, identity, and becoming battle-ready for the life God has called you to live. Learn more about FIT Church United: https://www.fitchurchunited.com Get Matthew's Book "FIT Church": https://a.co/d/8sjyTis Follow Matthew on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitchurchunited Hit Subscribe, share this episode with your community, and drop a comment on what landed hardest for you. Want more reinforcement? Subscribe to our newsletter, The Forward Edge, to go beyond the podcast and dig deeper into these topics and more: https://marchordie.substack.com! Join us daily for encouragement and biblical truth with the Mighty Oaks Daily Devotional, you can sign up for reminders: https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional Follow March or Die:https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die Follow Jeremy:https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker https://jeremystalnecker.com Follow Sean:https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard https://youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of the March or Die Show, Jeremy Stalnecker is joined by Sean Kennard for a candid and timely conversation about what it truly means to lead in today’s culture, starting with the home. They explore the biblical foundation for leadership, the difference between leading & managing, and how Jesus Christ modeled servant leadership not through status, but sacrifice. From raising kids to confronting cultural confusion, Jeremy and Sean tackle the crisis of male leadership and lay out a path forward rooted in courage, integrity, and intentionality. Drawing from their backgrounds in the Marine Corps, law enforcement, pastoral ministry, and Mighty Oaks, they reflect on the real cost of passive leadership and the power of spiritual systems, community, and action. This episode is not about perfection, but purpose. Whether you're a father, husband, or leader in your workplace, this conversation will challenge and equip you to lead with biblical clarity and conviction in a world desperate for truth. Hit Subscribe, share this episode with your community, and drop a comment on what landed hardest for you. Want more reinforcement? Subscribe to our newsletter, The Forward Edge, to go beyond the podcast and dig deeper into these topics and more: https://marchordie.substack.com! Join us daily for encouragement and biblical truth with the Mighty Oaks Daily Devotional, you can sign up for reminders: https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional Follow March or Die:https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die Follow Jeremy:https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker https://jeremystalnecker.com Follow Sean:https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard https://youtbue.com/@SeanTopGunKennard Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard sit down with educator and black belt Chris Ortiz to uncover how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is becoming more than a martial art. It's a life-changing tool that could change public schools. Chris shares his inspiring mission to bring grappling into Public School programs, equipping students with the physical, mental, and emotional skills they’re not getting from traditional classrooms or at home. They discuss how Jiu-Jitsu teaches discipline, emotional regulation, and resilience and how it helps kids face adversity, build confidence, and develop the grit needed to thrive. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or mentor, this conversation will challenge how you think about education, personal growth, and preparing the next generation for real life. Subscribe for more on faith, leadership, and overcoming life’s toughest battles. Learn more about Chris & Get his books & more: https://www.coachortiz.com Check out Chris' Be Someone Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@chrisortiz2945 Hit Subscribe, share this episode with your community, and drop a comment on what landed hardest for you. Want more reinforcement? Subscribe to our newsletter, The Forward Edge, to go beyond the podcast and dig deeper into these topics and more: https://marchordie.substack.com! Join us daily for encouragement and biblical truth with the Mighty Oaks Daily Devotional, you can sign up for reminders: https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional Follow March or Die:https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die Follow Jeremy:https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker https://jeremystalnecker.com Follow Sean:https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard https://youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Can a Police Officer from Chino Hills Break Barriers and win the California Governor Race? Breaking Barriers United founder Ryan Tillman sits down with Jeremy Stalnecker to reveal why a cop-turned-community-reformer is launching a bold run for California governor. Ryan unpacks his faith-first calling, his mission to fix police & community trust, and how a family-first agenda could transform California’s crime, cost of living, and culture. Hear the moment God told him to run, the strategy behind bridging law-enforcement and civilians, and his challenge to young officers who “let the badge become their identity.” Stay to the end for his cliff-hanger answer on if California can be fixed and decide if you think a servant-leader can really fix the Golden State. Ryan's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breaking_barriers_united Breaking Barriers United: https://ryantillmanspeaks.com Learn more about Ryan & His campaign: https://www.tillman26.com Ryan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingBarriersUnited ---------Hit Subscribe, share this episode with your community, and drop a comment on what landed hardest for you. Want more reinforcement? Subscribe to our newsletter, The Forward Edge, to go beyond the podcast and dig deeper into these topics and more: https://marchordie.substack.com! Join us daily for encouragement and biblical truth with the Mighty Oaks Daily Devotional, you can sign up for reminders: https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional Follow March or Die:https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die Follow Jeremy:https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker https://jeremystalnecker.com Follow Sean:https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard https://www.youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Spiritual Warfare is real, so what does the Bible say about it and how can we get in the fight? Spiritual warfare isn’t a myth, it’s the biblical reality behind the pressure you feel at work, the conflict at home, and the doubts in your mind. In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard open the Bible to demystify the unseen battle (Ephesians 6:10-18) and give you practical tactics to stand firm. Expose how the enemy targets your identity, purpose, and relationships, why resistance often proves you’re on the right path, and how prayer, fasting, worship, and Scripture become weapons that actually move the battle line. You’ll hear why isolation is lethal, how “Never Fight Alone” community saves lives, and what it means to fight from a stance of victory instead of clawing for one. Share this episode with your community, and drop a comment on the tactic that landed hardest for you. Want more reinforcement? Subscribe to our newsletter, The Forward Edge, to go beyond the podcast and dig deeper into these topics and more: https://marchordie.substack.com! Join us daily for encouragement and biblical truth with the Mighty Oaks Daily Devotional, you can sign up for reminders: https://mightyoaksprograms.org/daily-devotional Follow March or Die:https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die Follow Jeremy:https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker https://jeremystalnecker.com Follow Sean:https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard https://youtube.com/@SeanTopGunKennard Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Why do good people struggle while others succeed? Is living for God even worth it? Ever looked around and thought, “I’m playing by the rules so why am I losing while the corner‑cutters keep winning?” In this solo March or Die episode, Jeremy Stalnecker tackles the age‑old fairness dilemma head‑on then asks the deeper question: Is faith still worth it when justice feels upside‑down? Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4, he shows how the Apostle Paul found unshakeable purpose in a broken world by remembering that God stores priceless “treasure in earthen vessels” just like us . Drop a comment: What’s your biggest “fairness” struggle right now and how are you handling it? Learn more about the work we do with out Veteran& First Responder communities & support the Mighty Oaks Foundation: https://MightyOaksPrograms.org Follow March or Die:https://instagram.com/MarchOrDie https://Facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://TikTok.com/March_or_Die Follow Jeremy:https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker https://jeremystalnecker.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How can you be a Christian in the military? One MARSOC Veteran shares his testimony of doing just that and more in this episode of the March or Die Show. Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with a former U.S. Marine Corps Special Operations operator Kyle Witkowski to unpack a testimony of obedience, conviction, and calling. Kyle shares how a childhood rooted in faith, a career in MARSOC, and a battle for purity shaped a life lived fully on mission for Christ. From turning down the world’s offers to stewarding his testimony at Mighty Oaks, this conversation is raw, humbling, and deeply needed for a generation of men searching for purpose in chaos. Learn more about Kyle: https://www.kyledavid.net Learn more about Mighty Oaks: https://MightyOaksPrograms.org Follow March or Die:https://instagram.org/marchordie https://www.facebook.com/MarchOrDieShow https://tiktok.com/march_or_die Follow Jeremy:https://jeremystalnecker.com https://instagram.com/jeremystalnecker Follow Sean:https://youtube.com/@UCFMI-giuV_ml3MMpH5xl3nQ https://instagram.com/seantopgunkennard Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Former SWAT Officer Justin Atherton sits down with Sean Kennard for a in-depth look on the role words play in shaping your identity, mindset, and purpose. Drawing from his law enforcement career and his transition into personal development & Leadership, Justin exposes the negative self-talk and limiting language that keeps men stuck. This isn’t just about motivation, it’s a tactical breakdown of how your words can become barriers to living the life God called you to live. In this episode of March or Die, you'll discover how to identify the words that keep you stuck, what purpose really looks like in the face of adversity, why men struggle to move forward, and how to stop sabotaging yourself. Whether you're battling doubt, discouragement, or feeling lack of direction this conversation will challenge you to examine the words you use and live by. Learn more about Justin: https://www.justinwatherton.com Justin's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvGYsNI8T9Q Follow Justin:https://www.instagram.com/justinwatherton Follow March or Die:https://www.instagram.com/marchordie https://tiktok.com/march_or_die https://facebook.com/marchordieshow Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Why Men Are Leaving the Church & How to Win Them Back In this episode of the March or Die Show, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard sit down with Jason Shepperd, founding pastor of Church Project, to tackle one of the toughest issues facing the church today: the masculine exodus from Sunday mornings. Jason shares his radical model for a church of house churches, why tough, authentic leadership matters, and how decentralizing power and restoring biblical community are key to drawing men back in. We explore how performative faith and inauthentic leadership are driving men away and what it really takes to earn their respect and help them heal. If you're a pastor, leader, or man searching for deeper meaning in your faith journey, this episode will challenge your perspective and leave you with a renewed vision for what the Church can and should be. Learn more about Jason & Church Project:https://jasonshepperd.com Learn more about the work that we do with our First Responder & Military Communities at Mighty Oaks: https://MightyOaksPrograms.org Please Hit The LIKE and SUBSCRIBE BUTTONS as well as the NOTIFICATION BELL. Thanks For Watching. Follow Me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremystalneckerofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremystalnecker Twitter: https://twitter.com/jstalnecker Also at: https://jeremystalnecker.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of March or Die, former Navy SEAL and 3 of 7 Project founder Chadd Wright joins Jeremy Stalnecker to unpack what it truly means to suffer well. From enduring Navy SEAL training to hosting brutal endurance races, Chadd explains how faith and pain are essential ingredients in building the kind of life that actually matters. This isn't just about physical toughness—it's about spiritual grit, eternal purpose, and why the hardest path often leads to the greatest victory. Whether you're in a fight for your future, your family, or your faith—this episode will challenge and equip you to keep marching. Subscribe for more real conversations on faith, perseverance, and overcoming the battles we all face. Follow Chadd Wright:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/@chadwright278YouTube: @3of7Project Podcast: @3of7podcast Website: https://www.3of7project.com Follow Jeremy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremystalneckerofficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremystalneckerTwitter: https://twitter.com/jstalneckerAlso at: https://jeremystalnecker.com #mentalhealth #faith #interview Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.