The Overflow

Brandon & Susan Thomas
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Welcome to The Overflow—the bonus round of faith and real-life conversation with Brandon and Susan Thomas. Every week, they unpack the powerful insights, behind-the-scenes experiences, and personal reflections that didn’t quite fit into Sunday’s sermon. This is where the conversation gets practical, honest, and a little bit unscripted. Whether it's an encouraging word, a deeper dive into Scripture, or a hilarious moment from their week, Brandon and Susan bring fresh perspective and spiritual fuel to keep you going. It’s real talk, fresh takes, and full hearts. These are the conversations too good to cut and too real to miss.

  1. People Skills with Debra Fileta

    3D AGO

    People Skills with Debra Fileta

    Susan Thomas sits down with fellow counselor and author Debra Fileta to discuss the often-misunderstood topic of people skills. Together they explore how humility, communication styles, and healing from past wounds all shape the way we connect with others. Taking ownership of our own “ingredients” allows us to reflect Christ’s love in a world that desperately needs it. QUESTIONS: 1.When you think about a difficult relationship in your life, what “ingredients” are you bringing into the dynamic?Why is it important to focus on the “plank” in your own eye before addressing the “speck” in someone else’s eye?How does your communication style communicate honor (or a lack thereof) toward the people in your life?READ MORE: Removing the plank before the speck in Matthew 7:3–5Becoming “all things to all people” for the sake of the gospel in 1 Corinthians 9:19–23Being known by our love in John 13:34–35Speaking truth in love in Ephesians 4:15God searching the heart and revealing what needs healing in Psalm 139:23–24

    44 min
  2. 3 Ways to Be More Productive

    MAR 24

    3 Ways to Be More Productive

    We unpack how Scripture calls us to work smarter, not harder. From Moses to the early church, God shows us how delegation, empowerment, and lifelong learning multiply impact. Getting the job done isn’t about control—it’s about trust, shared responsibility, and stewarding your God-given strengths. QUESTIONS: 2.Where are you working hard but not working smart right now?What tasks or decisions do you need to delegate or empower others to handle?What is your “20 percent” sweet spot where God has uniquely gifted you to lead?READ MORE: Delegation and shared leadership in Exodus 18:13–26Empowering others for ministry in Acts 6:1–7Equipping the saints for the work of ministry in Ephesians 4:11–12Working faithfully according to your calling in Colossians 3:23Wise counsel and multiplying impact in Proverbs 11:14Growing, learning, and pressing forward in Philippians 3:12–14

    41 min
  3. Guest: David Nasser

    MAR 17

    Guest: David Nasser

    Brandon Thomas talks with Iranian-American pastor and speaker David Nasser about his family’s escape from Iran, his journey to faith in Christ, and the growing underground church in Iran. Their conversation highlights God’s power to accomplish the impossible and challenges believers to pray, support revival, and join God’s global mission today. QUESTIONS: How does David Nasser’s story challenge the way you think about sharing the gospel through simple acts of love and service?When you face situations that feel impossible, how does remembering God’s faithfulness strengthen your trust in Him?How might God be inviting you to pray for, support, or participate in what He is doing through the church in places like Iran?READ MORE: God strengthening His people and holding them by the hand in Isaiah 41:9–10The power of hospitality and serving others in Matthew 25:35–40 The church growing even through persecution in Acts 8:1–8The power of personal testimony in Revelation 12:11 The Great Commission to make disciples of all nations in Matthew 28:18–20God doing immeasurably more than we ask or imagine in Ephesians 3:20

    43 min
  4. Guest: Dr. Heath Thomas

    MAR 10

    Guest: Dr. Heath Thomas

    Brandon and his brother Dr. Heath Thomas explore one of the most challenging concepts in the Old Testament: holy war. They discuss God’s confrontation of sin and false worship in ancient cultures and how Jesus fulfills the entire biblical story. Their conversation also addresses biblical generosity, the meaning of the temple veil, and how Christians can pursue biblical truth, peace, and discernment in modern conversations about Israel and global conflict. QUESTIONS: How does viewing “holy war” as God’s confrontation with sin—not people—change how you read the Old Testament?What does it mean for Jesus to fulfill the entire Old Testament story in your everyday faith and obedience?What sources most influence your views on Israel and global conflict, and how can you intentionally filter them through God’s Word?READ MORE: The commander of the Lord’s army in Joshua 5:13–15Rahab’s faith and allegiance to God in Joshua 2 and Hebrews 11:31Jesus as the once-for-all sacrifice in Hebrews 9:11–14 and Hebrews 10:10–14The tearing of the temple veil in Matthew 27:50–51Blessed are the peacemakers in Matthew 5:9Testing and holding fast to truth in 1 Thessalonians 5:21

    54 min
  5. How Should I Fast?

    MAR 3

    How Should I Fast?

    We explore biblical fasting as a powerful spiritual discipline that strengthens prayer, sharpens spiritual awareness, humbles the heart, and breaks unhealthy desires. Fasting is not punishment or performance—it’s an intimate, obedient practice rooted in Scripture, church history, and Jesus’ teaching that aligns your body and soul toward God’s purposes. QUESTIONS: What motivations shape your view of fasting—discipline, desperation, tradition, or intimacy with God?In what areas of your life do unchecked desires most need restraint and realignment through fasting?How could fasting help you hear God more clearly or seek His guidance in a current decision or struggle?READ MORE: Jesus teaching on fasting in Matthew 6:16–18Fasting and spiritual power in Matthew 4:1–11Fasting for humility, repentance, and renewal in Isaiah 58Strengthening prayer through fasting in Ezra 8:21–23Battling sinful desires and self-control in James 1:13–15

    38 min
  6. Getting Healthy

    FEB 24

    Getting Healthy

    We talk about getting healthy as worship, not vanity. Brandon shares a setback and a surprising lesson: thinner isn’t always healthier. Susan opens up about disordered eating, hormones, and new rhythms. Together they show how heart, habits, and moderation honor the Holy Spirit’s temple and break generational patterns for good. QUESTIONS: Where have you been tempted to treat health as appearance instead of stewardship?What “padlocked room” in your life needs to be surrendered to God, especially with food, drink, or discipline?What next step would move you toward being your God-given best, one sustainable choice at a time? READ MORE: “A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh” in Proverbs 14:30Your body as the temple of the Holy Spirit in 1 Corinthians 6:19–20“I pray that you may enjoy good health” in 3 John 1:2“Not everything is beneficial” in 1 Corinthians 10:23“It is not good to eat too much honey” in Proverbs 25:27“Their god is their stomach” in Philippians 3:19

    41 min
  7. Relationships, Wisdom, & Real Life: Q&A Part 2

    FEB 17

    Relationships, Wisdom, & Real Life: Q&A Part 2

    Brandon and Susan continue their relationship Q&A by addressing practical and spiritual wisdom for dating and marriage. They discuss preparing for marriage with the right motives, why sexual boundaries matter, and how sin can cloud judgment in relationships. The conversation also explores recognizing red flags, communicating hard truths with humility, and showing respect inside marriage through words, tone, and daily actions. They share personal stories from their own early marriage, parenting struggles, and seasons of growth, highlighting the importance of prayer, community, and surrender to God. Ultimately, this episode encourages listeners to pursue relationships God’s way—seeking transformation of the heart, cultivating healthy communication, and trusting God to shape both character and connection over time. QUESTIONS: Are you entering relationships from a place of need, or from a place of being filled by God first?Are there red flags you’ve ignored because emotions or attraction clouded your judgment?How well do you communicate difficult needs with humility and prayer before speaking?What habits in your daily life show respect and honor toward the people closest to you?READ MORE: God’s design for relationships and wisdom in decisions Proverbs 4:23; James 1:5Sexual purity and honoring God with the body 1 Corinthians 6:18–20; Hebrews 13:4Healthy communication and controlling the tongue Proverbs 15:1; James 1:19–20Marriage marked by love and respect Ephesians 5:21–33; Colossians 3:12–14Trusting God’s timing and guidance in relationships Psalm 37:4–5; Matthew 6:33

    41 min
  8. Relationships, Wisdom, & Real Life: Q&A Part 1

    FEB 10

    Relationships, Wisdom, & Real Life: Q&A Part 1

    We answer honest questions from the LoveSong series and address sexual ethics from a kingdom mindset. We talk about dating, marriage, and life’s in-between moments, offering practical, biblical wisdom and calling out the red flags couples shouldn’t ignore. God’s design for relationships is perfect and worth trusting in every season. QUESTIONS: Where are you letting bitterness, resentment, or motive-assuming shape an in-law relationship?If you’ve crossed physical boundaries while dating, what bold step would help you reset toward purity?What conversation do you need to have with your spouse about intimacy, expectations, and what might be blocking connection? READ MORE: Leaving and cleaving in Genesis 2:24Loving God and loving your neighbor in Matthew 22:37–39Bitterness defiling many in Hebrews 12:15Sex within marriage and mutuality in 1 Corinthians 7:1–5Pornography, lust, and purity of heart in Matthew 5:27–30God redeeming and making all things new in 2 Corinthians 5:17

    46 min
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Welcome to The Overflow—the bonus round of faith and real-life conversation with Brandon and Susan Thomas. Every week, they unpack the powerful insights, behind-the-scenes experiences, and personal reflections that didn’t quite fit into Sunday’s sermon. This is where the conversation gets practical, honest, and a little bit unscripted. Whether it's an encouraging word, a deeper dive into Scripture, or a hilarious moment from their week, Brandon and Susan bring fresh perspective and spiritual fuel to keep you going. It’s real talk, fresh takes, and full hearts. These are the conversations too good to cut and too real to miss.

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  • Creator
    Brandon & Susan Thomas
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    The Overflow

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