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The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown. Author and lead pastor of Sandals Church, Matt Brown debriefs current issues shaping our culture from a spiritual perspective.

The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown Matthew Stephen Brown

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 777 Ratings

The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown. Author and lead pastor of Sandals Church, Matt Brown debriefs current issues shaping our culture from a spiritual perspective.

    E230 Prayer, Generosity, and Godparents

    E230 Prayer, Generosity, and Godparents

    We are so excited to have Donna back on The Debrief! In this episode, Pastor Matt answers your questions on topics ranging all the way from the Bible's trustworthiness to the role of godparents. 
    NOTES:Pastor Matt referred to two theologians, Dr. Bruce Metzger, formerly of Princeton Seminary and Dr. Bart Ehrman of UNC Chapel Hill.
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    • 43 min
    E229 Demystifying the Spiritual Realm | Special Guest Nate Westwick

    E229 Demystifying the Spiritual Realm | Special Guest Nate Westwick

    This episode we have author & coffee roaster Nate Westwick on our show! Nate recently published a book, 'Clearing the Path' that Matt actually wrote the foreword for. This discussion explores the demystification of spiritual life, emphasizing Jesus's extensive use of questions throughout the Bible. It underscores the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth and community. Differentiating between podcasts and pastoral roles, it delves into the soul's deepest longing for connection and belonging. The church is portrayed as a model of familial love, transcending biological ties. Addressing contemporary challenges, it confronts misconceptions perpetuated by platforms like TikTok and societal judgments against the church. The conversation also touches on healing from church-related wounds, contrasting the destructive influence of Satan with the redemptive power of God's love.
    Clearing the Path: Connecting with God in a Cluttered Worldby Nathan Westwick (Author), Matthew Stephen Brown (Foreword)
    Love coffee for a cause? Check out Nate's business, Wild Goose Coffee Roasters. Get 20% off your order with code DEBRIEF !

    • 53 min
    E228 Why Your Pastor Isn't Your Therapist | The Debrief Podcast

    E228 Why Your Pastor Isn't Your Therapist | The Debrief Podcast

    In this episode, Pastor Matt sits down with his therapist to debunk some of the myths surrounding therapy and counseling. Matt and Marc talk about how to find a good counselor, how you know you haven't found the right one, how to work through betrayal, and how to identify trauma and pursue healing. If you have ever been curious about counseling, this is the episode for you!

    • 1 hr 11 min
    E227 John Bevere: What Does It Mean To Fear God? | The Debrief Podcast

    E227 John Bevere: What Does It Mean To Fear God? | The Debrief Podcast

    This episode we have friend of show, Pastor John Bevere answer questions from our listeners! He answers questions about his new book, about his sermon on holiness and the fear of the Lord. 
    John Bevere is a minister known for his bold, uncompromising approach to God’s Word. He is also an international bestselling author who has written more than 20 books that have, collectively, sold millions of copies and been translated into over 130 languages. Along with his wife, Lisa, John is the co-founder of Messenger International, a ministry committed to revolutionizing global discipleship. Driven by a passion to develop uncompromising followers of Christ, Messenger has given over 60 million translated resources to leaders across the globe. To extend these efforts, the MessengerX app was developed, providing digital discipleship resources at no cost to users in more than 120 languages. MessengerX currently has users in over 20,000 cities and over 235 nations. When John is home in Franklin, Tennessee, you’ll find him loving on his g-babies, playing pickleball, or trying to convince Lisa to take up golf.
    Learn more about John Bevere and his book, 'The Awe of God' here !

    • 33 min
    E226 John Bevere | The Debrief Podcast

    E226 John Bevere | The Debrief Podcast

    This week we have friend of show, Pastor John Bevere! Learn how Pastor Matt & Pastor John first met, how they became friends, what it takes to become an author, and how to remain faithful. 
    John Bevere is a minister known for his bold, uncompromising approach to God’s Word. He is also an international bestselling author who has written more than 20 books that have, collectively, sold millions of copies and been translated into over 130 languages. Along with his wife, Lisa, John is the co-founder of Messenger International, a ministry committed to revolutionizing global discipleship. Driven by a passion to develop uncompromising followers of Christ, Messenger has given over 60 million translated resources to leaders across the globe. To extend these efforts, the MessengerX app was developed, providing digital discipleship resources at no cost to users in more than 120 languages. MessengerX currently has users in over 20,000 cities and over 235 nations. When John is home in Franklin, Tennessee, you’ll find him loving on his g-babies, playing pickleball, or trying to convince Lisa to take up golf.
    Learn more about John Bevere and his book, 'The Awe of God' here !

    • 37 min
    E225 Betrayal, Trauma, & Boundaries in Marriage | The Debrief Podcast

    E225 Betrayal, Trauma, & Boundaries in Marriage | The Debrief Podcast

    *This episode discusses mature content, not recommended for young children.*
    This weeks episode we have special guests Brad & Tami Miller from Tandem Marriage coaching joining us to answer all your marriage related questions! We discuss: love, divorce, intimacy, betrayal, boundaries, grace & moving on. This is Part Two of two episodes filmed back to back. Please let us know what you thought of the episode and if there were any answers you have follow up questions to :)
    Interested in marriage coaching? 

    • 39 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
777 Ratings

777 Ratings

T. Underwood ,

Truly thoughtful Christianity

I learn so much from Pastor Brown and from this podcast! I appreciate the thoughtfulness of all the answers to questions, and how difficult questions are not given cliche answers but discussed with nuance and compassion.

K8 world ,

Enlightening

Matt Brown has a fantastic approach to thought provoking questions and brings the Bible’s relevance to today’s current culture. I always learn something after listening to each episode! Thanks PMB!

Afcvhsxv ,

So good

I watch this at my school on my earbuds

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