The Overflow

SUMMARY We share a sneak peek into Susan’s latest project, Can I Please Just Eat in Peace?— a book and Bible study coming soon! Every person struggles with something, even if they don’t realize it. But God designed us to live in freedom, and He wants to reveal the places we’ve been held captive. Your testimony matters, your pain is not a competition, and Jesus does not want you to get comfortable...

We believe the Church cannot stay silent when it comes to hot topics and current events. We talk about how we personally discern when to speak, what to address, and how to help families stand firm. Speaking up is not about chasing controversy, pleasing people, or joining every online outrage—it is about shepherding souls with clarity, courage, and love.  QUESTIONS:   When the culture is being loud...

The debate over women in ministry is loud, emotional, and often divisive—but what does the Bible really say? With humility and a desire to honor God’s Word, we look at the broader witness of Scripture, key passages often used in the debate, and the women God used throughout the Bible. This episode is not about cultural pressure or personal preference; it is about seeking truth and making room for...

We pull back the curtain on the algorithm and expose how it is constantly feeding us. How do we sort through all the voices, ideas, outrage, temptation, and even once-trusted leaders who may have drifted from truth? This episode is a wake-up call to recognize the dangers, test what we allow into our hearts and minds, and break free from the loop before it consumes us. QUESTIONS:  What is your algo...

We address one of the most contested cultural conversations facing Christians today: Pride Month. In a world that often separates love from truth, we talk about God’s design for identity, sexuality, marriage, and family. This episode is a call to reject hatred, resist compromise, and respond with humility, conviction, grace, and truth. Christians must love people deeply while refusing to celebrate...

Brandon Thomas sits down with Pastor Pace Hartfield for a powerful conversation about big leaps of faith and biblical manhood. Pace shares how leaving comfort to plant One Place Church in Idaho was built on small acts of obedience. Together, they challenge men to reject harsh dominance and passive comfort, lead with surrendered strength, “win the driveway,” and courageously build the marriage, fam...

We address every marriage’s greatest fear: adultery. Whether physical, emotional, or a fantasy in your mind, unfaithfulness tears at God’s design and breaks the covenant between husband and wife.   We talk about the warning signs that often come before an affair, how to guard your heart, and what it takes to rebuild after trust has been broken. QUESTIONS: 1. Where are you most vulnerable to seekin...

We talk about the desire to know God’s will, especially when we’re facing big in life. But discerning His will requires more than looking for a sign or asking God to bless what we already want. It requires refusing to be shaped by the patterns of this world and allowing God to renew your mind. As we obey God in the small things, we become more prepared to recognize and follow His good, pleasing, a...

Susan and Ashley Willis have a candid conversation about pornography and the undeniable damage it causes in marriages, families, and personal lives. They expose common cultural lies about intimacy, the spiritual and relational costs of porn, and the hope of healing through confession and accountability. Sex is a gift created by God, and only His design leads to lasting satisfaction and peace. QUES...

We explore the epidemic of loneliness and its deeper spiritual roots. God designed us for connection with Him first and then others, yet modern life often works against that design. In a world that’s lonelier than ever, we must first find our identity in Christ as our true source of belonging, allowing His love to shape how we connect with others. QUESTIONS: What does your current experience of lo...

We challenge the growing tendency to criticize the Church and instead call for a deeper look at our own hearts. We discuss God’s design for His bride, the purpose of gathering, and why motives matter. Our prayer is that the body of Christ will shift from tearing each other down to encouraging each other as God advances His kingdom on earth. QUESTIONS: Do you approach the Church with a critical spi...

We explore what it means to exercise godly dominion by working together instead of alone. From embracing relational leadership and rejecting transactional mindsets to equipping others and celebrating growth, this episode challenges us to see people, share authority, confront bitterness, and build teams that reflect the unity of the Trinity. QUESTIONS: Are you exercising dominion in the spaces God...

We dive into the hot topic of God’s design for mutual submission in marriage. Husbands bear the weight of Christlike headship through sacrificial leadership, and wives exercise powerful, faith-filled partnership by embracing God’s order. When both spouses seek to out-serve the other, families flourish and reflect Christ and His church. QUESTIONS: 1.  Do you view submission through a cultural lens...

Brandon Thomas welcomes special guest Brandon Finnegan, the only player to appear in both the College World Series and MLB World Series in one year. The two men have an honest conversation about Finnegan’s rapid rise, the struggle after baseball, and how surrendering to God reshaped his identity and gave him renewed purpose off the field. QUESTIONS: When do you feel a deep sense of joy and purpose...

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...

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 yo...

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 th...

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 discernmen...

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 o...

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 in...

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 throug...

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 motiv...

Brandon and Susan tackle a culturally sensitive topic— the idol of therapy. As a licensed counselor herself, Susan affirms the value of counseling while challenging the modern tendency to elevate therapy above Scripture and the work of the Holy Spirit. Together they examine how psychology, when separated from a biblical worldview, can offer conflicting theories and misplaced hope. The conversation...

Susan Thomas and Pastor Holly Wagner have an honest conversation about walking through prolonged seasons of hardship. Holly shares her story of loss, betrayal, illness, and leadership under pressure and how God met her in the idle of it all. This episode explores spiritual resilience, standing firm in spiritual battles, and trusting God through life’s unexpected detours. Hard seasons are not the e...

Brandon and Susan unpack one of the most foundational values of the Christian faith and the church: Jesus changes lives . Through Scripture, stories, and honest reflection, they explore why real change is necessary, why the world is broken apart from Christ, and why evangelism is not optional for believers or the church. The conversation addresses the tension between evangelism and discipleship, r...