Welcome to ANOTHER bonus episode of The Debrief Podcast. You asked — they answered. In this episode, Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown and Pastor Justin Kowalski tackle your questions about faith, calling, and creativity. From discovering purpose to staying faithful in the unknown, this honest conversation will encourage and challenge you to live out your calling with courage and authenticity.
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Welcome to special bonus episode of The Debrief Podcast! Meet Pastor Justin Kowalski — Associate Pastor at Sandals Church Palm Avenue and longtime member of the Sandals team for over 20 years. In this episode, Pastor Matt sits down with Justin to share his story, his journey in ministry, and what it means to live out faith with authenticity and creativity. Get to know one of the voices helping shape the culture and community at Sandals Church.
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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 when the struggle feels constant? With raw honesty and biblical truth, this episode offers encouragement for anyone walking through spiritual growth, healing, and the real tension between our past and the lives we’re trying to build.
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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. Whether you’re feeling torn, confused, or just curious, this conversation offers thoughtful guidance and encouragement for your faith journey.
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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 to years-long friendships that suddenly break, we explore how to grieve well, set boundaries with wisdom, and move forward with grace.
If you’ve ever wondered whether to keep reaching out or finally let go, this episode is for you.
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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 wondered who’s “right,” why churches interpret Scripture differently, or how to stay grounded when people you love take different paths, this episode will help you find clarity and compassion in your faith journey.
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Revision: In this episode, Pastor Matt mentions that China has more Christians than the US, this is a common misconception, and China is predicted to have more Christians than the US by 2030
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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 faith, boundaries, and heartbreak collide.
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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 overlap or conflict, this conversation is for you.
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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 decisions, this one’s for you.
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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, this episode offers guidance on how to safeguard your emotional and spiritual well-being through God’s wisdom.
Show Notes: The scripture that Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown mentions in the episode regarding a tormenting spirit is 1 Samuel 16:14-23
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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 difficult questions about the context of specific verses in the greatest book ever written.
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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 your faith and connection to God’s Word.
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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, navigate business challenges with conviction, and discover what truly matters in God’s eyes when it comes to marriage.
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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 confrontation? Should you stay true to your beliefs when family is divided over controversial topics like immigration? And how can you balance being a godly man, father, husband, and friend without losing yourself in the process?
Tune in for insightful answers, scripture-based wisdom, and practical steps you can take to grow in your faith and relationships.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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