Make It Make Sense!

Every family has struggles—but how we handle them can determine whether the family heals or stays stuck. As Make It Make Sense closes out the book of 2 Chronicles 30–36 (NLT), David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox connect Scripture with Brown’s “Setting Our Family Up for Success” series and have an honest conversation about family conflict, old wounds, pride, forgiveness, boundaries, hard conversa...

What if God has already answered your prayer—you just didn’t like who He used to deliver the message? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 2 Chronicles 25–29 (NLT) and explore how different kings responded to correction, warning, and truth. From Amaziah and Uzziah rejecting hard messages to leaders who actually listened and changed course, this...

What do you do when life gives you a situation you can’t fix, explain, or control? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 2 Chronicles 20–24 (NLT) and unpack Jehoshaphat’s honest prayer, “We do not know what to do, but we are looking to You for help.” The conversation also explores fear, worship, discernment, mentorship, and the difference between...

It’s easy to trust God when you don’t have another option—but what happens when life starts going well? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, Bonnie Killebrew, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 2 Chronicles 15–19 (NLT) and explore consistency, correction, success, and the relationships that shape our decisions. From Asa’s shift away from dependence on God to Jehoshaphat’s questio...

Not every voice deserves influence in your life. In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 2 Chronicles 10–14 (NLT) and contrast Rehoboam’s bad counsel with Asa’s decision to seek God. It’s a practical conversation about friendships, leadership, social media, echo chambers, ego, and knowing who should have a vote in your decisions. Before you make yo...

Everybody wants the blessing—but are we ready for what comes with it? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 2 Chronicles 1–9 (NLT) and look at Solomon’s rise in wisdom, influence, wealth, and success. The conversation explores what happens when God opens doors, why wisdom matters more than hype, and how to stay grounded when life starts going wel...

How you finish matters. In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 1 Chronicles 25–29 (NLT) and look at David’s final season of leadership. Instead of holding on to the spotlight, David prepares Solomon, organizes the work, gives generously, and makes sure the next generation is ready to succeed. It’s a conversation about consistency, stewardship, leg...

What if your greatest success is helping someone else finish what you started? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox explore 1 Chronicles 20–24 (NLT) and David’s decision to prepare Solomon for a future he would not personally complete. It’s a conversation about legacy, leadership, mentorship, releasing control, and building for the next generation. Real succ...

How do you know if you’re really growing? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 1 Chronicles 15–19 (NLT) and compare Israel’s progress with our own. From learning from past mistakes to accepting God’s “no” and handling pressure with maturity, this conversation challenges us to take an honest look at our spiritual growth. You may not be perfect—bu...

Can you have the right heart and still handle something the wrong way? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 1 Chronicles 10–14 and examine the difference between good intentions and godly methods. Using David’s attempt to move the Ark and his later victory over the Philistines, the hosts discuss leadership, accountability, convenience, impact, a...

What do your roots reveal about who you are—and what you are becoming? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox explore 1 Chronicles 5–9 and the power of family history, inherited faith, generational patterns, and legacy. Together, they discuss how to honor the people who came before us without repeating every pattern they passed down, how to confront family pai...

Before turning the page to 1 & 2 Chronicles, the Make It Make Sense hosts hit pause for a fun, unscripted conversation reflecting on their journey through the books of Kings. Join David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox as they share their favorite kings, prophets, miracles, leadership lessons, biggest surprises, and the moments that challenged their faith the most. Expect plenty of laughs, f...

Have you drifted from God's Word? You're not alone—and it's not too late to come back. In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox close out the book of 2 Kings 20–25 (NLT) by exploring the story of King Josiah and the rediscovery of God's Word. Together, they discuss what happens when we neglect Scripture, why spiritual drift often happens slowly, and how G...

Is prayer your first response—or your last resort? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox dive into 2 Kings 15–19 (NLT) and the powerful example of King Hezekiah, who responded to overwhelming fear by taking his problems straight to God. Together, they explore what prayer was meant to be—not a magic formula or a checklist, but a genuine conversation tha...

Half the year is gone—but your purpose isn't. In this encouraging episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox unpack 2 Kings 10–14 (NLT) and the story of King Jehu—a man who wasn't perfect but knew how to move when God called. If you've fallen behind on your goals, your spiritual disciplines, your health, or your dreams, this conversation is your reminder that it's...

What are you really looking at—your problems or God's provision? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox explore 2 Kings 5–9 (NLT) and the powerful contrast between human perspective and God's reality. From Naaman's healing to Elisha's servant seeing the heavenly army, this conversation tackles the challenge of "spiritual myopia"—becoming so focused on w...

We say God can do anything—but do we really believe it when we're facing impossible situations? In this inspiring episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through 2 Kings 1–4 (NLT) and the incredible miracles performed through the prophet Elisha. From multiplying oil for a widow to raising a child from the dead, these stories challenge listeners to examine t...

Can you have strong faith and still struggle with depression, loneliness, or emotional exhaustion? In this honest and thought-provoking episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox explore the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 17–22 (NLT)—a prophet who experienced one of the greatest victories in Scripture, only to find himself overwhelmed and ready to quit. Together, they...

In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox explore 1 Kings 12–16 (NLT) and the tragic division of Israel after Solomon's reign. What started as pride, poor leadership, and spiritual compromise eventually fractured an entire kingdom. Sound familiar? From political polarization and church conflicts to family struggles and personal battles, division is still o...

In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox kick off the Kingdom Business series with a deep dive into 1 Kings 1–11 (NLT) and the life of Solomon. Blessed with wisdom, wealth, influence, and opportunity, Solomon had everything he needed to succeed—yet he still drifted from God. Why? Because wisdom without obedience is dangerous. This conversation challenges...

In Part 2 of this powerful retrospective episode, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox unpack how culture, social media, identity, and everyday pressure are shaping people’s faith in real time. From viral influence to spiritual confusion and staying faithful through suffering, this conversation speaks directly to the tension of living for God in a loud and distracted world. Grounded in the...

In Part 1 of this special Make It Make Sense retrospective, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox keep it real about the pressure people are carrying in today’s culture. From financial stress and hustle culture to burnout and mental exhaustion, this conversation connects the first trimester of Scripture readings to everyday life in the Black community and beyond. Honest, practical, and cult...

Suffering is part of life—but how we respond to it defines our faith. In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox walk through the Book of 1 Peter (NLT) and unpack what it means to endure hardship with purpose. From understanding your identity in Christ to navigating submission, relationships, and the power of your words, this conversation speaks directly to...

What does real faith actually look like? In this episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox dive into the Book of James (NLT) and explore how true faith goes beyond words—it transforms how you live. Featuring a special guest from Brown Baptist’s DFREE Discipleship Program, this conversation connects spiritual growth to real-life change, especially in how we handle...

In this powerful episode of Make It Make Sense, David Brown, Pastor Floyd Lee, and Vicki Cox explore Hebrews 10–13 (NLT) and highlight the lives of those who kept their faith even when life didn’t make sense. From the “Hall of Faith” to the call to endure, this conversation speaks directly to anyone feeling tired, discouraged, or ready to give up. With real talk and practical encouragement, this e...