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Host Jeremy Stalnecker seeks to help listeners answer one of the toughest questions we all face, "How do I move forward when my world is falling apart?" Jeremy Stalnecker is the Executive Director of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, dedicated to helping America’s military warriors and their families who are suffering from the unseen wounds of combat such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Jeremy has served in the Marine Corps, and as Senior Pastor at Bay Area Baptist Church. He is an accomplished author, inspirational speaker and a frequent guest on some of the most prominent news networks.
Episodes
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What Does the Bible Say About Divorce? | Adultery, Abandonment & Abuse Explained
What does the Bible actually say about divorce? It's one of the questions Jeremy Stalnecker gets asked most through his work with veterans, first responders, and their families at Mighty Oaks. In this episode he walks through the main passages: Jesus in Matthew 19, Paul in 1 Corinthians 7, and…
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"Should We Let Him Go?" The Doctor Asked His Dad. | Daniel Ritchie, Born Without Arms
The doctor looked at Daniel Ritchie's father and asked if they should let him go. Daniel was born without arms, a disability two ultrasounds missed, and he came into the world not breathing and not moving. His dad didn't need a second opinion. Less than two minutes later, Daniel was kicking and...
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All Four of His Adopted Kids Fell Apart & He Asked His Church to Fire Him | Pastor Rich Cundall
Pastor Rich Cundall and his wife Laurie adopted four children. Years later, all four were in crisis at the same time and Rich walked into his own board of elders and asked them to decide whether he was still fit to lead. He told them he hoped they would let him go. They said no. And the third...
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The 5 Pillars Every Christian Man Needs with Nick Freitas
"We just talk about boy band Jesus." Nick Freitas breaks down what biblical masculinity actually is and the five pillars every Christian man is called to build: spiritual, emotional, physical, intellectual, and professional. Host Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Nick Freitas, author of THE MAN...
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He Shows Up for Cops on the Worst Day of Their Lives | Police Chaplain Chuck Price
"Please don't ever make me bury a friend." For 24 years, police chaplain Chuck Price has shown up for cops on the worst days of their lives and 95% of the job is just sitting in a car with them, long before the worst day ever comes. In this episode, host Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Chuck...
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"I Spent My Whole Life Fighting. I Never Learned How to Suffer." | Sean Kennard on Suffering
"I spent my whole life fighting. I never learned how to suffer." Former pro fighter and SWAT officer Sean Kennard on a biblical view of pain and suffering and what a year of debilitating illness has taught him about God. In this episode, host Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Sean Kennard…
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"You Will Not Be the Same Person" How Christian Can Men Build Real Resilience
"If you can't control your mind, when you get to the end of this, you will not be the same person." - Dr. Scott Peterson's father-in-law, a physician, told him that on the day he started chemo. Scott would later survive stage 3 colorectal cancer AND a stroke that hit him at 30,000 feet on a Delta...
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Dane Ortlund: The Jesus Most Christian Men Have Never Met | Gentle and Lowly
A thousand times a year, someone sits across the table from Jeremy Stalnecker and says: "I've tried everything. If this doesn't work, I'm not going to make it." How is a gentle and lowly Jesus the answer to that? Dane Ortlund, pastor of Naperville Presbyterian and author of the runaway…
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"I Had to Hit Absolute Rock Bottom" - Ryan Ackerman on Why Men Can't Keep Running
Ryan Ackerman did three combat tours with 1st Battalion 5th Marines, the invasion of Iraq in 2003, the first push into Fallujah in 2004, and a return to Ramadi. Then he came home. "It was a roller coaster ride without a seatbelt." In this conversation, Ryan tells Jeremy Stalnecker, his brother…
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Christian Men Need Community Now More Than Ever
"I would have died without them." - Sean Kennard Sean Kennard has been the strong guy his whole life, professional MMA fighter, SWAT Officer, "the most dangerous man in the room." Then a serious illness flipped the script in the past six months, and the man who'd spent 36 years being the one who...
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A Marine Sniper's Identity Reset | Dagan Van Oosten Tells All
What happens when the uniform comes off and the identity you built underneath it goes with it? Marine Scout Sniper Dagan Van Oosten sat down with Jeremy Stalnecker, his platoon commander from the 2003 push into Iraq, and opened up about the moment a counselor asked him a question that hit "like a...
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Clarity Is a Leadership Obligation: Why Vague Communication Costs You the Room
"When you can't give clear, concise communication, sometimes it's on purpose. It's because I don't want to be held accountable for what I say." - Justin Atherton Bestselling author and retired law enforcement veteran Justin Atherton returns to the March or Die Show to make the case that…
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Leading Through Global Anxiety: Principles for Christian Leaders
The world feels more chaotic than ever, wars, political division, broken communities, and an endless firehose of social media noise. So how do you lead your family, your team, or your community without drowning in that anxiety yourself? In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker walks...
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Can A Christian Kill In Combat? Black Hawk Down Ranger Jeff Struecker Responds | March Or Die
Can you be a Christian and kill the enemy in combat? Black Hawk Down Army Ranger Jeff Struecker has been asked this question a lot and in this episode of March or Die, he gives his answer to Jeremy Jeff Struecker survived the 18-hour Battle of Mogadishu, outnumbered 100 to 1 with no air support…
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The Guardrails Every Man Needs To Protect His Marriage with Jim Ramos
Every man is one choice away from stupid. Jim Ramos, bestselling author and host of the #1 Christian men's podcast Men in the Arena, sits down with Jeremy Stalnecker to talk about the guardrails every man needs to protect his marriage, why Gen Z men are filling churches in record numbers, and…
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What Does the Bible Say About Spiritual Warfare? | Armor of God Explained
Spiritual warfare is real and the armor of God is how you fight back. Most people see the battles in their life — marriage, finances, health, addiction — but they never recognize the spiritual battle behind it all. In this episode of the March or Die Podcast, host Sean Kennard sits down with…
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5 Things Parents Need to Tell Their Kids About War Right Now
When war dominates the headlines, parents are left asking an important question: How do we talk to our kids about it? In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker shares practical and biblical principles for guiding young people through confusing and frightening global events. Drawing from...
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What To Do When Your Title Is Your Identity
What happens when the war goes on without you? Retired Army Master Sergeant Marcus McClain shares his journey from rural Indiana to multiple combat deployments, being wounded in Afghanistan, and facing the unexpected identity crisis that followed leaving the military. For nearly twenty years, he...
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The Biblical Blueprint for Strength Under Pressure with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman
What does it really mean to be a sheepdog in a world that feels increasingly unstable? In this powerful episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, author of On Killing, On Combat, and co-author of On Spiritual Combat, to discuss the psychology of combat, the...
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3 Questions That Realign Your Daily Actions With Your Purpose
Even when working hard, moments of drifting and questioning the purpose of life can arise. This happens when we fail to connect our daily actions to what we believe God's calling is for us. You can't build a meaningful life on disconnected actions. If your roles as a parent, friend, or boss…
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The Dangerous Lie Men Believe About Strength
Trying to do life alone feels strong, but it’s a lie. In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Sean Kennard to expose the myth of the lone wolf and why isolation is one of the most dangerous traps men fall into. From Scripture to real-life hardship, they break down why...
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Why the Failure of Christian Leaders Makes So Many Men Give Up
Christian leaders failing publicly has become one of the biggest reasons people walk away from faith altogether. “If they couldn’t live it, why should I?” In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker tackles one of the most difficult and necessary conversations in the Christian world today:...
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“Why Success Didn’t Save Me” | A Navy SEAL’s Faith Awakening
What happens when you finally achieve everything you worked for only to realize it didn’t give you peace or purpose of life? Former Navy SEAL Chad Williams opens up about the moment he reached the pinnacle of success and found himself more empty than ever. In this conversation, Chad shares how...
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Joby Martin Breaks Down What the Bible Says About Acting Like a Man
What does it actually mean to “act like a man” in today’s culture—and how has the Church gotten it wrong? In this powerful conversation on March or Die Show, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Joby Martin, founder and lead pastor of Church of eleven22, to unpack biblical masculinity…
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The Hardest Truth About Suffering Nobody Talks About
What happens when a professional athlete, police officer, and MMA fighter is suddenly forced to "crawl" forward? For the last several months, Sean Kennard has been fighting a battle with no name. Losing nearly 50lbs to a mystery illness while doctors offer no answers. In this raw and honest…
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Marine K9 Handler Survives an IED Blast & Finds Purpose After War
In this powerful episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Marine Corps veteran, Purple Heart recipient, and K9 handler Alfred Brenner to unpack the life-altering moments of his deployment to Afghanistan, including the blast that nearly took his life and the loss of his partner…
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Why Smart People Fail: The Missing Link for Sustained Success
Many people start strong, build an audience, or achieve early success—but then it all falls apart . What is the invisible foundation that separates those who crash and burn from those who continue to build and move forward over a lifetime? Jeremy Stalnecker argues that often, the failure is a…
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How A Combat Pilot Survived an Air Ambush and a Car Wreck
A combat Apache pilot loses his identity after war, survives a devastating crash, and discovers the God who had been pursuing him all along. This powerful testimony from Jeremy Gronau will challenge and encourage you. Jeremy Gronau, a combat Apache pilot who survived Taliban ambushes, a...
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Forgiveness Isn't Forgetting: How to FINALLY Break Free & Move Forward
Forgiveness is not forgetting or burying the hatchet; it is an unconditional release. In this episode, Jeremy Stalnecker explains that forgiveness is the single most important decision you can make to stop being a victim and become a victor. Find out why you need a standard for forgiveness and…
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How To Be Free From Porn & Find Purpose with Sathiya Sam
In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Sathiya Sam, founder of DeepClean, to tackle one of the most hidden and destructive struggles men face, pornography addiction. Sathiya shares his personal story, the science behind addiction, the spiritual roots that keep men...
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Military Chaplain's Secret: How to Find God's Will & Stop Missing the Right Path
Are you afraid you'll miss God's plan for your life? Chaplain Ferguson's advice to new Marines struggling with their calling is the answer you need. The conversation turns spiritual as former Marine officer Jeremy Stalnecker and Chaplain Ferguson discuss the power of trusting God's guidance…
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Stop Drowning in Chaos: Tim Challies’ Simple Rule for Christian Living
In today’s episode of the March or Die Show, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with pastor, author, and blogger Tim Challies to discuss faith in a post-Christian culture, the role of books in shaping the Christian life, and how to process grief and loss through the lens of God’s sovereignty. Tim shares...
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Why Nobody Wants to Be a Pastor Anymore
Why are fewer young people stepping into ministry today? Why does it feel like pastors are burning out, retiring, or walking away with no one to take their place? In this episode of the March or Die Show, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard sit down with Bart Barber, Pastor of First Baptist...
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How to Process Grief and Loss in a Broken World
How do we process grief when the world feels like it’s falling apart? From 9/11 remembrance to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, school shootings, and personal loss, we’re surrounded by tragedy that leaves us broken and searching for answers. In this episode of the March or Die Show, Jeremy...
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The Hard Truth About Fatherhood, Marriage & Leadership with The Dad Edge
Are you drifting through life without purpose? In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Larry Hagner, founder of The Dad Edge, to talk about breaking free from "the drift," building trust as a father, strengthening marriage, and pursuing legendary fatherhood. Larry shares...
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Can Christians Fight Back? What The Bible Says About Self Defense
Can Christians fight back or does the Bible demand peace? In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with co-host Sean Kennard, a professional MMA fighter, Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and former law enforcement officer, to tackle one of the most debated questions in the Christian...
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Why You Feel Lost and How God Restores Purpose
Struggling to find meaning in today’s chaotic world? Jeremy Stalnecker shares how true identity and purpose come from God not careers, relationships, or activities that change. We live in confusing times with culture, politics, relationships, and even identity feel upside down. When everything is...
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What the Church Gets Wrong About Discipleship & Leadership
What does it really mean to lead as a Christian? In this powerful episode, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Dr. James Spencer, author, theologian, and podcaster, to unpack discipleship, leadership, and how to live under the authority of Christ in today’s upside-down culture. From redefining...
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How to Live With Purpose in a Confused Culture
Discover how to stand firm, live intentionally, and follow God’s calling in a world of chaos. Learn practical, biblical steps to find clarity and purpose in today’s confused culture. In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker sits down with Joe Stout, Christian, husband, father of 10, and...
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The Key to a Strong Faith Life: Discipline Over Emotion
Faith isn’t about feelings. Too many believers give up because they don’t feel close to God, thinking their faith is gone. But the Bible is clear: faith is a decision, not an emotion. In this episode of March or Die, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard break down the reality that faith is built on...
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How to Build Authentic Leadership & Unshakable Standards with Chip Baker
Learn how to build authentic leadership and set unshakable standards with Coach Chip Baker on March or Die. In this episode of March or Die with Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard sit down with Chip Baker. Chip Baker is a fourth-generation teacher, championship football coach, and author of 26...
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The War on Masculinity: How to Fight Back Biblically
“The design is that men would be protectors, leaders, providers” yet our culture seems determined to erase that calling through a war on masculinity. In this March or Die episode, Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard expose the spiritual and cultural war on masculinity, trace its roots back to...
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Why Men Feel Lost & How to Find Purpose
Why men feel lost & how to find purpose: Why do so many men feel adrift? Pastor Joe Barnard joins March or Die host Jeremy Stalnecker to reveal why men drift and shares a 3-step spiritual fitness plan: routine, body, brotherhood. This conversation tackles the masculine identity crisis head-on,...
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Free Indeed: 4 Keys to Live Beyond Political Freedom
Discover spiritual freedom no government can grant. Jeremy Stalnecker reveals 4 biblical keys to live free beyond political liberty. Ideal for July 4th. This Independence Day episode of March or Die flips the script on freedom. Yes, America’s July 4th story matters, but Jeremy Stalnecker shows…
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The Myth of Comfortable Christianity
Comfortable Christianity is a myth, real discipleship costs courage, resilience, and faith under fire. In this episode of The March or Die Show, hosts Jeremy Stalnecker and Sean Kennard expose “the lie of comfortable Christianity,” trace how consumer-church culture and prosperity preaching…
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Anchored in Christ: Defining Your Mission
Why do so many people quit in life and stop moving forward? You can fix it by having your own personal mission statement that is anchored in Christ. In this episode of the March or Die Show, Jeremy Stalnecker tackles one of the most overlooked reasons people quit on their purpose, their calling,...
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God Saved His Life: Now He’s Saving Others Through Fitness & Faith
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…
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How To Apply Biblical Leadership in a Broken World
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,...
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Faith, Discipline, & Jiu-Jitsu: Raising Resilient Kids in a Broken World
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...
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Called to Lead: How Christ Moved Ryan Tillman from Police Reform to Politics
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...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Host Jeremy Stalnecker seeks to help listeners answer one of the toughest questions we all face, "How do I move forward when my world is falling apart?" Jeremy Stalnecker is the Executive Director of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, dedicated to helping America’s military warriors and their families who are suffering from the unseen wounds of combat such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Jeremy has served in the Marine Corps, and as Senior Pastor at Bay Area Baptist Church. He is an accomplished author, inspirational speaker and a frequent guest on some of the most prominent news networks.
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