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...
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...
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 (...
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...
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...
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 weak...
In this episode, Pastor Ricky helps tackle a biblical vision for the topic of singleness & the Church. We unpack the pro's & con's as well as practical do's and don'ts for those both unmarried & married alike. RESOURCES & STUFF: Sun Valley Church Sermon- How to Follow Jesus as a Single Person - https://youtu.be/jcQBR24oIVsCultivate Series Coming Up? (2023) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qppegwn1c4gSouthwest Events & Opportunities (Groups) - https://southwestch...
He's back! In this episode, we are joined again by Pastor Ricky Jenkins as we catch up on some of the things he was up to during his sabbatical & time away. We then jump into a conversation surrounding friendship in the attempt to help better understand what it means to give & receive value from close life & relationship with others. SHOW NOTES & LINKS: - Kenny Luck - Friendship - Made for Friendship: The Relationship That Halves Our Sorrows and Doubles Our Joys by Drew...
In this episode, we are joined by special guest, Jay Kranda, husband, father, author & Innovative Tech pastor from Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California. Jay is a wealth of knowledge in the digital space & considered by many to be one of the online O'G's, a pioneer who has been paving the way for many in the Church Online world since 2010. Jay brings some helpful insights when it comes to conversations surrounding the past, present & future of Church in the digital space. ...
In this episode, we are joined by special guest, Lucas Rosales, as we continue in our series of podcasts about individuals & their stories in overcoming great odds in life. Lucas shares his powerful story of sports, setbacks and setups in becoming the exceptional athlete that God created him to be. He shares how he is using this to coach & inspire others as to use their passion & talent for a greater purpose. NOTES & RESOURCES: Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) - https://...
In this deeply moving episode, we are joined by special guest, Matt Diehl, as we begin our first in a series of podcasts about individuals & their stories in overcoming great odds in life. Matt shares his family's powerful story of faith, loss & legacy and how they continue to find the strength to overcome through unimaginable grief and to carry on through one of life's toughest situations & circumstances. We pray this story inspires courage, compassion, and hope in your own journ...
What if generosity wasn’t just a discipline—but a delight? In this episode, Pastor David Bell joins us to share how living generously can change your life, your mindset, and your impact. Whether you're skeptical or sold-out, there's something here for you. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: More Than Money Podcast (https://www.christianmoneysolutions.com/morethanmoney)Gospel Patrons by John Rinehart (https://a.co/d/0PWSrdl)Ramsey Solutions - Financial Peace University - (https://www.ramseysolu...
In this episode, we are joined by Lee & June Espinoza, founders & owners of The Coachella Valley Boxing Club in Coachella, California. The Espinoza's let us in their corner of the ring and provide some of the stories, highlights, wins & defeats they have encountered along the way. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: The Coachella Valley Boxing Club - https://www.coachellaboxingclub.org/home) For more information or to join the conversation, head over to https://southwestchur...
In this episode, we get the privilege to connect with our very own Southwest Men's Pastor, Josh Johnson, as we talk about all things men. From family, vocation, culture, to faith, nothing is off limits as we tackle the touch downs and the fumbles as men who desire to lead lives that honor Christ & lead others to do the same. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Southwest Men's Ministry Opportunities - https://southwestchurch.com/get-involved/men/Kenny Luck - https://www.everymanministries.co...
In this special episode, we have special guest husband, father, best selling author, parenting expert & Christ follower, Dr. Jim Burns with us to share some helpful wisdom & insight on ways we can show up better as faithful father's, husbands & friends. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: - Confident Parenting by Jim Burns (https://a.co/d/b9Q0OYx) - Finding Joy in the Empty Nest: Discover Purpose and Passion in the Next Phase of Life - Jim Burns (https://a.co/d/fAKtfBZ) - Doing Lif...
In this episode, we get to know the Southwest Counseling Center Director, Rachelle Roberts, and hear some of her story, experience & God's calling on her life to Southwest Church. We celebrate some of the current updates & progress being made through our Southwest Counseling Center as well as discuss some of her excitement & future concerns for the current state of mental health. We wrap up the podcast discovering some of the possible ways we can partner practically & through ...
In this special episode, we have some very special guests step in to takeover the podcast and show us how things really get done! We have Pastor's Natalie Dawson, April Jenkins & Gigi Johnson here with us to share on various aspects of being a women... wether ministry, motherhood, the milestone moments & the mistakes. This episode is an exciting opportunity to get a different perspective as we embrace the joy, the celebration, lament as women in pursuit of a life that honors Chr...
In this episode, we get to know the Southwest Worship Pastor, Kanjii Mbugua. He shares some of his story, his journey & experience & God's calling on his life that landed him as the worship pastor at Southwest Church in Indian Wells, California. We begin with a unique discussion on what it means to cultivate a "multiethnic soundtrack" or a "global worship sound" including some of the hurdles & opportunities surrounding the topic. We wrap up the podcast with some ways to shape a mo...
Description: Life, Death & Resurrection | The Other 6 Days | Episode 48 In this episode, we dive right into a conversation about the life, death & resurrection of Jesus Christ. Are these historical claims the greatest hoax or the greatest hope ever presented to humanity? We discuss why we celebrate Easter & why we believe we can have confidence in these claims and how these events should help shape the way we live each & every day. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: Max Lucado | He...
Join us in this episode as we revisit an important topic about the value of being a multiethnic church. We explore some of the hurdles, challenges & triumphs in upholding this value & endeavor to answer some of the cultural questions being posed around this topic. SHOW NOTES & RESOURCES: - SW Position Papers on the Image of God - (https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/wxmu9nuon7t5mjt30cvyl/SW_ImageOfGod_v4.pdf?rlkey=3m91ic0irb9012xqxuspp0k7e&dl=0) - The Other 6 Days Podcast - Seaso...