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In this episode, we sit down with Renee Aguilar, a real estate professional whose routine day took an unexpected turn that would forever reshape her perspective on life, faith, and awareness. Joined by Pastor Ricky Jenkins, this conversation explores how God’s presence often meets us in moments we don’t plan for—and how discernment, courage, and faith can guide us through situations we never saw coming. Renee shares her story with honesty and grace, offering a powerful reminder that even in the most uncertain moments, God is present, God is speaking, and God is at work. For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

We live in the most connected generation in history… and yet, many feel more isolated than ever. In this episode, CJ sits down with Wellspring’s new Small Groups Pastor, Brad Whitelaw, to talk about God’s design for gathering—and why real community is not optional for a flourishing life of faith. From friendships to spiritual growth, from loneliness to belonging, this conversation unpacks how circles—not just rows—change everything. If you’ve ever felt disconnected, stuck, or unsure how to take your next step, this episode will challenge and encourage you to lean in, get connected, and experience the kind of life God designed you for. Find your people... join a Small Group today! Visit https://groups.thewellspring.church for more information. For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

The resurrection of Jesus isn’t just a historical claim—it’s the power that changes lives today. In this episode of The Other 6 Days, CJ sits down with Pastor Sean McCartin to explore what the resurrection really means for everyday life. From reaching the lost to breaking destructive habits, the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is still at work today. Together they discuss evangelism, church planting, affinity ministry, and the hope that comes when someone realizes they are not who they used to be because of Christ. If the resurrection is true—and it is—it doesn’t just change eternity... It changes Monday morning. INFORMATION & RESOURCES: Hope in Times of Fear:The Resurrection and the Meaning of Easter— Tim Keller (https://a.co/d/0iI1RFxg)The Resurrection of Jesus as Christianity's Centerpiece — C.S. Lewis Institute (https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-resurrection-of-jesus-as-christianitys-centerpiece/?)Destined for the throne by Paul Billheimer (https://a.co/d/0fc5mpM6)For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode, CJ sits down with Pastor Andrew Statezny to unpack the power of encounters & conversations and what it really means to steward influence for the sake of gospel advancement. We talk a little about the reason behind the name change here at Wellspring Church why this new identity goes well beyond branding toward about becoming the kind of church known for being a place where EVERYONE is invited to encounter Jesus. INFORMATION & RESOURCES: Visit the Encounter Project website at www.thewellspring.church/encounterQuestions? call the church at 760-200-2000 ext. 2231Email Andrew directly at [email protected] more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

Love is beautiful—and complicated. Join us for a conversation with Rachelle Roberts from Wellspring Counseling Center as we explore what it means to love well. From navigating marriage conflict and in-law dynamics to recognizing dating red flags, Rachelle brings clinical wisdom and biblical truth together. Learn how God's greater love shapes our relationships, how to move from conflict to genuine peace,  This is therapy for love—practical, grace-filled, and grounded in Scripture. INFORMATION & RESOURCES: Visit https://www.swcounselingcenter.com/ or call/text (760) 200-2024 for an appointment or consultation.Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find--and Keep--Love by Amir Levine & Rachel Heller - (https://a.co/d/08viywPQ)Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection by Julie Schwartz Gottman PhD & John Gottman PhD - (https://a.co/d/0gq2llhp)For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode of The Other 6 Days, CJ sits down once again with pastor, author, and cultural bridge-builder Caleb Kaltenbach for a refreshing, hope-filled conversation about fear, faith, and trusting God with tomorrow. From cultural anxiety to personal worry, Caleb helps us unpack what we’re really afraid of—and why hope isn’t wishful thinking, but a disciplined decision rooted in who God is. With humor, honesty, and plenty of practical wisdom, this episode reminds us that while culture keeps changing, God doesn’t—and that changes everything. If you’ve ever felt anxious scrolling the news, overwhelmed by cultural tension, or unsure how to move forward with hope instead of fear… this conversation is for you. INFORMATION & RESOURCES - God of Tomorrow: How to Overcome the Fears of Today and Renew Your Hope for the Future – Caleb Kaltenbach - 🔗 https://a.co/d/azRM54c - Caleb Kaltenbach.com  - JD Greear - Gospel: Recovering the Power that Made Christianity Revolutionary (https://a.co/d/05LNyQDn) For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode of The Other 6 Days Podcast, CJ sits down with Pastor David Bell—our new Next Gen Pastor for an honest conversation of what discipleship looks like in real life, especially from a younger generations perspective. David is passionate about ensuring that we are raising up disciples who make disciples within this next generation and that they are equipped to engage the world for the gospel. From mentoring mishaps, generational gaps, to life-changing relationships, this conversation explores why discipleship still matters, why it’s messy, and why it's one of the most important thing the Church ensures it does well. Whether you’re discipling or being discipled, this episode will encourage you to lean in, not back. For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

A new year often brings new goals—but it can also surface old wounds, familiar patterns, and unanswered questions. In this episode, we invite you into a thoughtful, grace-filled conversation with Rachelle Roberts and Albert Martinez from Wellspring Counseling Center. Together, we explore what healthy change actually looks like, why relationships can be both the source of our pain and our healing, and how faith and counseling can work together to bring real restoration. With honesty, compassion, and clinical wisdom, Rachelle and Albert help us rethink habits, name obstacles, and move toward hope—one step at a time. This episode isn’t about quick fixes. It’s about helping people find renewal, resilience, and trust in a God that is still at work in the places we feel stuck. INFORMATION & RESOURCES: The Wellspring Counseling Center: - Call or text (760) 200-2024 for an appointment or consultation. - Visit https://www.swcounselingcenter.com/ For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode, CJ sits down with Elizabeth Witte to hear an incredible story of faith, survival, and resilience. At just 16 years old, Elizabeth survived a devastating plane crash that could have ended everything—but instead, it reshaped her faith, her future, and her purpose. This is a story about pain, perseverance, and learning how to trust God when life takes an unexpected turn. INFORMATION & RESOURCES: BOOK:https://www.crashedthebook.com/product-page/crashedFor more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode, we are joined by none other than Southwest Church's very own, Kenna McMillan! Kenna is an individual of extraordinary talent, serving & leading in some capacity in almost every area of the church! For the past few years, she has had the privilege to both care for & led the charge in hospitality for Southwest Church as director of our Guest Services team. Kenna is an energetic, high-capacity & compassionate leader with a heart to serve & desire to so people use their gifts and talents to further the gospel through the local church. Information & Resources: SCRIPTURE:Hebrews 13:2, Leviticus 19:34, 1 Timothy 3:2, 1 Peter 3:15, Joshua 2, Luke 10, Romans 12:13, Galatians 5:22-23 BOOKS:Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara (https://a.co/d/0jeSmTO)The Simplest Way to Change the World: Biblical Hospitality as a Way of Life / Written by Dustin Willis and Brandon Clements https://a.co/d/9Ze2q4yThe Power of Hospitality by Chuck & Kathie Crismier (https://store.iblp.org/the-power-of-hospitality.html)The Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World by Rosaria Butterfield https://a.co/d/4oIRKgfThe Art of Neighboring: Building Genuine Relationships Right Outside Your Door by Jay Pathak (Author), Dave Runyon (Author https://a.co/d/bQqlCJpPODCASTS:TGC - Let’s Talk: Hospitality in Different Contexts - Jasmine Holmes • Melissa Kruger • Jackie Hill Perry - https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/lets-talk-podcast/lets-talk-hospitality-in-different-contexts/For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode, we are joined by Pastor Ricky Jenkins as we dive right in to a "Big" discussion megachurches, the in's & outs, advantages, disadvantages, challenges & opportunities. Wether small, medium or large, localized or decentralized... our goal is to help equip our listeners to navigate this ongoing topic with conversations marked by unity, charity & love. BOOKS:Simple Church: Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples by Thom Rainer & Eric Geiger (https://a.co/d/5knKIXU)I Am a Church Member: Discovering the Attitude that Makes the Difference by Thom Rainer (https://a.co/d/iQPvMZy).Focus on attitudes and responsibilities rather than function & theologyMark Sayers - Disappearing Church: From Cultural Relevance to Gospel Resilience (https://a.co/d/4v7Dyyq)Center Church: Doing Balanced, Gospel-Centered Ministry in Your City by Tim Keller (https://a.co/d/c4xvZ8W)Deep and Wide: Creating Churches Unchurched People Love to Attend by Andy Stanley | Creating Churches Unchurched people love to attend(https://a.co/d/3t9nBG2)PODCASTS:JOBY MARTIN | How to Build a HEALTHY Megachurch: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joby-martin-how-to-build-a-healthy-megachurch-ep-371/id1326692289?i=1000582380958The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast (Good conversations) Craig Groeschel Leadership PodcastFor more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

Pastor Ricky Jenkins joins us on this episode for a conversation around gratitude, the in's and out's & few of the things that get in it's way. In the busyness of life, gratitude is one of the greatest ways we can put the joy of the gospel on display for all to see during the holidays. - BOOKS:  - The Joyful Christian by CS Lewis (https://a.co/d/dnDEF0v)  - Max Lucado - How Happiness Happens: Finding Lasting Joy in a World of Comparison, Disappointment, and Unmet Expectations (https://a.co/d/6KMLz3R) - SCRIPTURE:  - Read through the Psalms! For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode, we are are joined by Jason Johnson — husband, father, writer, and speaker who shares his wisdom & insight from years of equipping churches and encouraging families in their foster care and adoption journeys. We discuss some current stats & information surrounding foster care & adoption as well as cultural & societal trends toward childlessness. We touch on God's heart for children and some practical ways we can participate & engage in those things. We wrap it up some helpful resources that help us engage the topic at hand.  LINKS & RESOURCES: BOOKS:ReFraming Foster Care (for families and support groups) - https://jasonjohnsonblog.com/reframing-foster-careEveryone Can Do Something (for church and ministry leaders) - https://jasonjohnsonblog.com/everyonecandosomethingALL IN Orphan Care (small group based study for those considering) - https://jasonjohnsonblog.com/allinEffectively Engaging Churches (for organizational leaders and advocates) - https://jasonjohnsonblog.com/engagingchurchesBLOG:Jason Johnson's Blog - https://jasonjohnsonblog.com/ORGANIZATIONS & RESOURCES:Night Light Christian Adoptions - (https://nightlight.org)Olive Crest - (Foster to Adopt, Fostering and Strong Families temporary hosting) https://www.olivecrest.org/coachella-valley/Mamas House (Support for Single or pregnant Mothers) - https://www.themamashouse.orgFoster All - https://fosterall.orgNational Resources - (https://www.standsunday.com/)Help for Domestic Violence - Shelter from the Storm (https://shelterfromthestorm.com/)For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

The eucharist is, at the same time, one of the most unifying features of Christian life and worship and one of the most divisive. In this episode we talk through through some of the biblical, historical & differing views on practice & participation in the sacrament of Holy Communion. SHOW NOTES & LINKS: Scripture Reference:1 Corinthians 11:24-26, 1 Corinthians 10:16, 1 Corinthians 10:21, Matthew 26:26-29 , Mark 14:22-25 , Luke 22:19 Luke 22:20, Acts 2:42.Articles:The Bible Project | Why Is the Lord’s Supper Significant in the Bible? \ https://bibleproject.com/articles/lords-supper-in-the-bible/The Gospel Coalition - (Articles, Books, podcasts, etc.)https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/?s=communionPodcasts:Knowing Faith (The Lord’s Supper episode) | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/41-the-lords-supper/id1274228164?i=1000485600894When Communion Becomes Dangerous. (1 Corinthians 11: 17-34)| https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-communion-becomes-dangerous-1-corinthians-11-17-34/id1570210433?i=1000721154848Books:The Meal Jesus Gave Us by N.T. Wright | https://a.co/d/iM22rlqJohn Owen | Communion with God | https://a.co/d/h1PSvKXThe Lord's Supper: Answers to Common Questions by Keith A. Mathison | https://a.co/d/aLCWKm3For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days

In this episode of the podcast, we continue back in our "Overcoming" series with another powerful & personal story. Our guest is Jay Hewitt—husband, father, pastor, speaker, author, and Ironman triathlete—shares his incredible journey of faith and perseverance following a life-changing brain cancer diagnosis. Jay invites us into his story with vulnerability and wisdom, showing how he continues to pursue a Christ-honoring life in the face of adversity. His story is a reminder that our weakness is often the greatest display of God's strength. 🎧 Show Notes & Links: jayhewitt.orgI Am Weak, I Am Strong (Book)Follow Jay on InstagramIronman Official Site For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchurch.com/theother6days or email us at [email protected] FOLLOW US! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theother6dayspodcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@theother6days YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@theother6days