The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown

This episode might not be suitable for younger audiences. In this deeply personal episode of The Debrief Podcast, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and Tammy Brown sit down to talk about the challenges that can come after choosing to follow Jesus more closely. Why does life sometimes feel harder when you're trying to do the right thing? What does it look like to fight through temptation, especially whe...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Pastor Matt and Tammy Brown dive into some of the most pressing and personal questions facing Christians today—from immigration and justice to protests, discernment, and the way we judge ourselves. With honesty, biblical insight, and real-life perspective, they unpack how to navigate complex cultural and spiritual issues with both compassion and conviction....

Not all friendships last forever—even the ones that feel God-ordained. In this heartfelt episode of The Debrief, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and special guest Madison Moses address what to do when your relationships leave you feeling alone, hurt, or confused. Is God calling you into a season of separation, or are your friendships revealing deeper emotional and spiritual truths? From ghosted texts...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and special guest Madison Moses tackle tough questions about denominational differences, evolving church practices, and what it means to walk in the fullness of faith. From Orthodox traditions to women in church leadership, the conversation dives deep into whether Christian diversity reflects unity—or division. Whether you’ve won...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matt and Tammy Brown respond to heartfelt questions from parents trying to love and lead their adult children through spiritual doubts, broken relationships, and emotional struggles. How do you stay anchored in your values without alienating those you care about most? This conversation dives into the real-life challenges of parenting grown children when fait...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matt and Tammy Brown respond to thoughtful questions from listeners about spiritual practices that are popular in today’s culture. From traditions rooted in emotional healing to symbolic numbers and cleansing rituals, they explore how these ideas relate—or don’t relate—to a biblical worldview. If you’ve ever wrestled with where culture and Christianity overl...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew and Tammy Brown take on questions that challenge us to examine the heart behind our choices—what we listen to, how we serve, and the symbols we surround ourselves with. It’s a conversation about staying grounded in truth while navigating the gray areas of modern faith. If you’ve ever wrestled with what it really means to honor God in everyday decisio...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Pastor Matthew and Tammy explore how relationships shape our spiritual lives. From emotional energy and spiritual ties to the deeper impact our connections with others can have on our faith journey, they discuss how to find freedom, healing, and wholeness. Whether navigating past relationships or wondering how to protect your spiritual health in future ones,...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Pastor Matthew and Tammy talk about how important it is to read the Bible in context—especially when certain verses seem confusing, contradictory, or even wrong. They explore how understanding the bigger picture of Scripture can bring clarity to difficult passages and help us avoid misinterpreting what God is really saying. Join us as we tackle some difficul...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Pastor Matthew and Tammy explore the timeless power and significance of the Bible in our lives today. They discuss how every part of Scripture, no matter how challenging or overlooked, carries value and purpose. From understanding different translations to the importance of engaging with all parts of the Bible, this episode provides insights on how to deepen...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast , Pastor Matthew and Tammy tackle real-life questions from the Sandals Church community on marriage. Whether you're preparing for marriage, or questioning cultural marriage traditions, this episode offers powerful biblical wisdom to guide you through some of life’s toughest decisions. Tune in as Pastor Matthew and Tammy break down how to lead well in marriage...

Welcome back to The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown! In this episode, Matthew and Tammy dive into listener-submitted questions covering tough topics like dealing with workplace gossip, finding compassion in divisive political issues, and how to juggle multiple important roles as a man of faith. How can you honor God while navigating difficult conversations with coworkers who avoid confr...

Welcome back to The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown, where we tackle tough, real-world questions that impact your faith journey. In this episode, we dive into three tough questions that challenge the way we view fasting, discipleship, and the role of apostles in the church today.  Don't forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and support the podcast by visiting sandalschurch.com/support....

Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and wife Tammy Brown answer some of your intriguing faith-based questions. In this episode, listeners are seeking guidance on how to navigate the more mysterious aspects of faith—like seeing spirits and spiritual declarations—while also trying to reconcile those experiences with biblical teachings in our modern world. Support content like this and the vision of Sandals...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew and Tammy take on tough questions from the Sandals Church community  that touch on some of the most personal and challenging aspects of being a woman of faith. Tune in as they explore how women can wrestle with faith, forgiveness, and healing—finding the grace to move forward without shame. Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church a...

In today’s episode, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown, and Tammy Brown address tough questions about faith and morality that challenge both believers and skeptics. They have a thought-provoking conversation that tackles a hard examination about hidden sin, where believers went after they passed before Jesus died on the cross, and why God allows bad things.  Support content like this and the vision of S...

Pastor Mattew Stephen Brown, and Tammy Brown unpack your  questions to help us better understand God’s purpose, His sovereignty, and how we can navigate life's difficulties with faith and trust. Tune in for a thought-provoking episode that offers answers about Mary’s genealogy, how God handles Satan, and whether or not God tests us. Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church at htt...

In this special compilation episode, we take a look back at last year at some great moments from your favorite episodes of the year! Thank you all so much for supporting The Debrief Podcast, and we are excited to come back in 2025! Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church at http://sandalschurch.com/support/ Join our email list for content updates: http://sandalschurch.com/subscr...

Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown welcomes back professor, and psychologist Dr. Joshua Knabb to answer your questions about how to navigate anxiety, and spirituality  as a Christian.  Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church at http://sandalschurch.com/support/ Join our email list for content updates: http://sandalschurch.com/subscribe Download the Sandals Church App: http://sandalsch...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown and Donna Martin help our listeners interpret the Bible in regards to Nephilim, Revelation, and whether or not scripture affirms homosexuality.  Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church at http://sandalschurch.com/support/ Join our email list for content updates: http://sandalschurch.com/subscribe Download the Sandals...

Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and co-host Donna Martin sit down to answer your questions about your family, and how to tackle difficult situations with the word of God.  Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church at sandalschurch.com/support/ Join our email list for content updates: sandalschurch.com/subscribe Download the Sandals Church App: sandalschurch.com/app/ If you have quest...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown and Donna Martin discuss divorce, blended families, and family planning. This episode contains some adult themes and may not be suitable for younger audiences.  Support content like this and the vision of Sandals Church at sandalschurch.com/support/ Join our email list for content updates: sandalschurch.com/subscribe Download the Sandal...

Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and Donna Martin talk about non-biblical sources of text in the bible, the relationship between imperfection and sin, and the difference between repentance and confession. Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Learn more at https://sandalschurch.com/thedebrief/ Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/support Get co...

In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown and Donna Martin discuss how restriction can be a blessing, and if you can sin by gambling or getting tattoos. This episode contains some adult themes and may not be suitable for younger audiences.  Like, subscribe, and leave us a comment. Learn more at https://sandalschurch.com/thedebrief/ Support content like this and the work Sandals...

Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and co-host Donna Martin sit down to answer your questions about different churches and the hospitality of Jesus. They also address how to honor sabbath and worship in modern times. Learn more at https://sandalschurch.com/thedebrief/ Support content like this and the work Sandals Church is doing at https://sandalschurch.com/donate/ Get connected and download the Sandal...