The Overflow

Brandon and his brother Dr. Eric Thomas discuss the power of Scripture, prayer, and long-term faithfulness in the life of the church. Eric shares why memorizing God’s Word matters, how repetition forms spiritual reflexes, and why preparation must come before crisis. Together they explore courageous leadership, protecting church culture, and building multi-generational vision. The conversation high...

We talk about building a family with generational vision rooted in God’s design. From Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob’s broken patterns to Joseph’s reset, we share how any family can start fresh today. We address threats like favoritism, lying, unhealthy friendships, and substance abuse, and emphasize prioritizing faith in God above all else. Whether you’re a young adult, parent, or empty nester, it’s n...

Susan and Pastor Juliet Lyons explore how the true heart of worship goes beyond music and singing songs. Juliet shares her journey from hiding in church to leading worship globally and now pastoring Elan Church in Chicago with her husband. Together, Juliet and Susan unpack how authentic worship flows from the secret place and becomes a posture of surrender, a weapon in spiritual warfare, and an in...

Christmas is meant to be a season of joy, celebration, and deep connection , but for many families it becomes stressful, disappointing, or emotionally heavy. In this episode Brandon and Susan walk through 7 common Christmas traps that quietly steal our joy: unrealistic expectations, greed, comparison, relational tension, nostalgia, and grief. QUESTIONS: How have expectations impacted your past hol...

We dive into one of Keystone’s core values: We Sing Loud . We examine what it means to worship God in spirit and truth, why congregational praise is a supernatural connection with God, and how the quality of our worship is directly tied to our intimacy with Christ. From biblical expressions like clapping and shouting to worship as warfare, we challenge the disconnect between private faith and corp...

Susan and Crystal Sparks share a powerful conversation about God’s redeeming grace, the importance of family, and the call to truly see people where they are. Crystal opens up about her journey through brokenness, addiction, and abuse—and how God met her in the middle of it all with a new beginning. Together they remind us that no one is too far gone, everyone matters, and everyone needs a Day One...

We explore the reality of miracles and healing today and share why we believe all the gifts of the Holy Spirit are still active and available today. From N.T. Wright’s theology of miracles as “appetizers” to true healing stories at Keystone, we discuss the now-and-not-yet tension of living in a broken world while anticipating God’s miraculous power. We talk about demonic oppression, sin’s impact o...

A wave of questions about Israel has been hitting us in our church, conversations with friends, and the wider culture. In this episode, Brandon and Susan unpack the biblical, historical, and current-day reasons Christians wrestle with their views on Israel. They break down the Old Testament covenant, end-times perspectives, Paul’s teaching in Romans 9–11, the meaning of “chosen people,” whether it...

We dive into what it means to bring our best to God as an act of worship in every part of life. Excellence is not about perfection but about honoring God with gratitude for His greatest gift, Jesus. We explore the “best-bandits” that keep us from wholehearted worship and how to live as image bearers who reflect God’s character. QUESTIONS: What are the “best-bandits” (like laziness, greed, or mispl...

We explore the power of communication in shaping family culture and discipling children. Drawing from the Shema in Deuteronomy 6, we emphasize speaking God’s truth intentionally and consistently in everyday life. When parents prioritize authentic faith and regular conversations, they set their children up to love God deeply and walk in His ways. QUESTIONS: How did the communication style in your f...

What if one truth about money could change your life and your marriage? In this episode of The Overflow , Brandon and Susan open up about how learning God’s design for money transformed their family and deepened their faith. Together, they unpack the biblical principle of the tithe, the difference between obedience and sacrifice, and why generosity is far more than a financial act. READ MORE: Mala...

We unpack about the difference between a Bible study and a church, emphasizing how the seven marks of a local body of Christ set it apart from small groups or friendships. When we minimize God’s plan for the church, we miss the life-changing work of His people gathered together. QUESTIONS: Which of the seven marks of a church do you see most clearly in your current church experience? What about le...

We sit down with our friends Kevin and Sheila Gerald, pastors of Champion Center Church in the Pacific Northwest and leaders of TEAM Church. We talk about honor , marriage , and having a big, bold, biblical truth . This conversation reminded us that lasting love, spiritual authority, and truth-telling all start with the heart and a deep commitment to God's way. QUESTIONS Where in your life do you...

In this episode, we unpack how to recognize what’s good, what’s neutral, and what’s broken when it comes to what we're being fed by our culture. From music and movies to concerts and comedy, Christians often live between two extremes: mindlessly consuming or harshly withdrawing. But the Bible gives us a better way. God is the giver of joy, creativity, and beauty, yet He also calls us to wisdom, ho...

We navigate suffering with faith, honesty, and the ministry of presence. Lament is not the enemy of faith—it’s a vital path to healing. We share stories from our life and leadership to help you hold onto joy, lean into God, and walk others through their pain with grace. QUESTIONS: 1. How do you usually respond when you find yourself in a hard place? 2. Who has ministered to you in your hard season...

Content Warning : This episode contains discussion of abuse and other mature topics. We talk about the intimate and sacred gift of sex. Our culture tells us all kinds of lies about sex, and we need to replace those lies with the beauty of God’s design for sexuality within marriage. Our goal isn’t shame—it’s healing, clarity, and joy in following God’s plan. QUESTIONS: 1. How have past experiences,...

We walk through the seven values that shape life at Keystone Church. Culture happens by default or by design, and we choose to design ours around biblical truths like Jesus changing lives, living in community, and embracing both reverence and celebration. We don’t believe you have to choose between deep theology and vibrant worship—or between seriousness and fun. We’re raising a church family that...

The Overflow is a place for discipleship through conversation as we go deeper into Scripture, stories, and struggles. We’re committed to loaves-and-fishes faith and jars-of-oil obedience. We dive into relationships, current events, worldview, theology, church culture, and soul care, with plenty of surprises along the way. QUESTIONS: What does the word " overflow " mean in your spiritual life right...