The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown
Real faith.
Matthew Stephen Brown · Sandals Church
Show overview
The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown has been publishing since 2016, and across the 10 years since has built a catalogue of 309 episodes, alongside 5 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 310 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 46 min and 1h 12m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 6 days ago, with 25 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2017, with 51 episodes published. Published by Sandals Church.
From the publisher
Real faith. Real life. Hosted by Pastor Matthew Stephen Brown of Sandals Church, The Debrief Podcast goes beyond Sunday conversations—diving into the questions, stories, and struggles that shape who we are. Thoughtful. Honest. Unfiltered.
Latest Episodes
View all 309 episodes293: Receiving the Holy Spirit
292: Reflecting the Holy Spirit with Jonathan Millen
Should Marriage Come Before Kids? | Debrief Mini-Sode
The Do's and Don'ts of Dating | A Debrief Mini-Sode
291: Living on Mission with Erik Salley
290: Breaking the Cycle of Father Wounds with Dr. Joshua Knabb
289: God's Calling & Finding Direction in Life With Chris Stewart
288: The Questions Every Young Adult Is Asking With Vivi Bezansky
287: Did God Already Decide Your Fate?
286: Waiting, Dating, and Marriage
285: How Christians Heal with Dr. Joshua Knabb
284: The Tension of Belief
283: Theology and Fredo Ramos
E282 | What We Want vs What God Wants
281 | Understanding Ourselves and the World Beyond
Ep 280280: Growing an Authentic Faith
In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, we’re diving into the tension so many believers feel but rarely talk about.What happens when your pursuit of God starts to feel like pressure instead of peace? When spiritual disciplines turn into performance? When you’re trying to be faithful in your work, but you’re not sure if it’s costing you your soul—or fulfilling your calling?We talk through what it looks like to move from a works-based mindset into a genuine relationship with God, how to discern whether you’re walking in purpose or drifting into burnout, and why so many people struggle to stay engaged with Scripture—and what to do about it.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in your faith, stuck in routine, or unsure if you’re actually growing, this conversation is for you.
Ep 279279:The Mystery of Heaven, The Holy Spirit, and Manifestation
In this episode of the The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown and Tammy Brown answer questions about manifestation, the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a non-believer, and what emotions we feel if we make it to heaven. This conversation explores whether we can find the answers to these thought-provoking questions in the Bible. 💬 Have a question for a future episode? Submit it at sandalschurch.com/thedebrief🙏 Support us: sandalschurch.com/support📱 Follow us on IG: @thedebrief_podcast🎵 and TikTok: @debriefpodcast
Ep 278E278 | Church Planting with Luke Bryant
In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown sits down with Luke Bryant to talk about church planting, leadership, and the unexpected path that led Luke from law enforcement into ministry.They discuss the story behind Liverpool One Church, the challenges of planting a church in Europe, and the personal realities leaders face along the way.💬 Have a question for a future episode? Submit it at sandalschurch.com/thedebrief 🙏 Support us: sandalschurch.com/support 📱 Follow us on IG: @thedebrief_podcast 🎵 and TikTok:@debriefpodcast
Ep 277E277 | Spiritual Warfare Explained: Dreams, Demons, Redemption
In this episode of the The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown and Tammy Brown address questions about spiritual attacks, disturbing dreams, and whether someone can lose their soul. From wrestling with lust in dreams to wondering if past spiritual decisions have caused permanent damage, this conversation explores spiritual warfare, freedom in Christ, and the hope of redemption.💬 Have a question for a future episode? Submit it at sandalschurch.com/thedebrief 🙏 Support us: sandalschurch.com/support 📱 Follow us on IG: @thedebrief_podcast 🎵 and TikTok:@debriefpodcast
Ep 276E276 | Breaking the Cycle, and Walking in Revival
In this episode of The Debrief Podcast, Matthew Stephen Brown talks about what it looks like to stay close to God in the midst of life’s cycles and challenges. From personal struggles with consistency in faith to the pursuit of revival within the church, this conversation explores how Christians can remain open to the Holy Spirit, experience lasting spiritual growth, and live with purpose and passion every day. Show notes: The quote that Pastor Matthew mentions is this episode is from DL Moody, "The problem with a living sacrifice is that it keeps crawling off the alter."💬 Have a question for a future episode? Submit it at sandalschurch.com/thedebrief 🙏 Support us: sandalschurch.com/support 📱 Follow us on IG: @thedebrief_podcast 🎵 and TikTok:@debriefpodcast