Brandon and Susan continue their relationship Q&A by addressing practical and spiritual wisdom for dating and marriage. They discuss preparing for marriage with the right motives, why sexual boundaries matter, and how sin can cloud judgment in relationships. The conversation also explores recognizing red flags, communicating hard truths with humility, and showing respect inside marriage through words, tone, and daily actions.

They share personal stories from their own early marriage, parenting struggles, and seasons of growth, highlighting the importance of prayer, community, and surrender to God. Ultimately, this episode encourages listeners to pursue relationships God’s way—seeking transformation of the heart, cultivating healthy communication, and trusting God to shape both character and connection over time.

QUESTIONS:

• Are you entering relationships from a place of need, or from a place of being filled by God first?
• Are there red flags you’ve ignored because emotions or attraction clouded your judgment?
• How well do you communicate difficult needs with humility and prayer before speaking?
• What habits in your daily life show respect and honor toward the people closest to you?

READ MORE:

• God’s design for relationships and wisdom in decisions
  Proverbs 4:23; James 1:5
• Sexual purity and honoring God with the body
  1 Corinthians 6:18–20; Hebrews 13:4
• Healthy communication and controlling the tongue
  Proverbs 15:1; James 1:19–20
• Marriage marked by love and respect
  Ephesians 5:21–33; Colossians 3:12–14
• Trusting God’s timing and guidance in relationships
  Psalm 37:4–5; Matthew 6:33

We answer honest questions from the LoveSong series and address sexual ethics from a kingdom mindset. We talk about dating, marriage, and life’s in-between moments, offering practical, biblical wisdom and calling out the red flags couples shouldn’t ignore. God’s design for relationships is perfect and worth trusting in every season.

QUESTIONS:

1. Where are you letting bitterness, resentment, or motive-assuming shape an in-law relationship?
2. If you’ve crossed physical boundaries while dating, what bold step would help you reset toward purity?
3. What conversation do you need to have with your spouse about intimacy, expectations, and what might be blocking connection?

READ MORE:

• Leaving and cleaving in Genesis 2:24
• Loving God and loving your neighbor in Matthew 22:37–39
• Bitterness defiling many in Hebrews 12:15
• Sex within marriage and mutuality in 1 Corinthians 7:1–5
• Pornography, lust, and purity of heart in Matthew 5:27–30
• God redeeming and making all things new in 2 Corinthians 5:17

Brandon and Susan tackle a culturally sensitive topic—the idol of therapy. As a licensed counselor herself, Susan affirms the value of counseling while challenging the modern tendency to elevate therapy above Scripture and the work of the Holy Spirit. Together they examine how psychology, when separated from a biblical worldview, can offer conflicting theories and misplaced hope.

The conversation walks through the history of psychological thought, the limits of human-centered solutions, and why Christ—not counseling—must remain the ultimate source of healing. They discuss the importance of biblical counseling, the danger of treating therapy as a savior, and the foundational truth that our deepest problems are spiritual in nature. Ultimately, they call listeners to place therapy in its proper role—as a tool, not an idol—and to seek freedom and transformation first in Jesus.

QUESTIONS:

1. Have you ever been tempted to rely more on therapy or human advice than on Scripture and prayer?
2. When facing emotional or relational struggles, where do you turn first—for counsel, comfort, and direction?
3. How do you discern whether the guidance you receive is rooted in biblical truth or cultural theory?
4. In what areas of your life might you need to invite God to be your primary Counselor again?

READ MORE:

• The heart problem at the root of human brokenness (Romans 3:23; Psalm 51:1–5)
• Jesus as the ultimate source of wisdom and healing (Isaiah 9:6; John 14:26)
• The limits of human wisdom apart from God (Proverbs 3:5–7; Colossians 2:8)
• True freedom found in Christ alone (Galatians 5:1; John 8:36)
• The role of Scripture in soul care and transformation (2 Timothy 3:16–17; Psalm 19:7–9)

Susan Thomas and Pastor Holly Wagner have an honest conversation about walking through prolonged seasons of hardship. Holly shares her story of loss, betrayal, illness, and leadership under pressure and how God met her in the idle of it all. This episode explores spiritual resilience, standing firm in spiritual battles, and trusting God through life’s unexpected detours. Hard seasons are not the end of the story, but they are often the place where faith is forged.

QUESTIONS:

1. How do you guard your heart against bitterness or isolation when pressure piles up?
2. What small, practical act of gratitude could help shift your focus in this season?
3. Are you grounding yourself in God’s truth, or do you find yourself being pulled by other voices?

READ MORE:

• “Though I walk through the valley” in Psalm 23:4
• Choosing gratitude in all circumstances in 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
• Standing firm with the armor of God in Ephesians 6:10–18
• God working through suffering in Romans 8:18–28
• Faith being refined through trials in James 1:2–4

Brandon and Susan unpack one of the most foundational values of the Christian faith and the church: Jesus changes lives. Through Scripture, stories, and honest reflection, they explore why real change is necessary, why the world is broken apart from Christ, and why evangelism is not optional for believers or the church.

The conversation addresses the tension between evangelism and discipleship, responding to cynicism around baptism and church growth, and clarifying that salvation is a gift of grace—not a work to be earned. Brandon and Susan also share practical, real-life examples of sharing faith in everyday moments, reminding listeners that transformation flows from relationship with Jesus, not behavior modification. Ultimately, this episode calls believers to live on mission, trust God with the harvest, and remain faithful to the truth that only Jesus can truly change lives.

QUESTIONS:

1. How has Jesus changed your life, and how clearly can you articulate that story to someone else?
2. In what ways might you be relying on self-improvement or partial fixes instead of full surrender to Jesus?
3. Are you actively praying for God to place people in your path so you can share your faith with courage and compassion?

READ MORE:

• Jesus’ compassion for a broken and hurting world (Matthew 9:35–38)
• The mission of Jesus to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10)
• Salvation as a gift of grace, not works (Ephesians 2:8–9; Acts 2:38–41)
• The call to make disciples and live on mission (Matthew 28:19–20; Romans 10:14–15)
• True life change through Christ, not self-effort (2 Corinthians 5:17; Philippians 1:6)

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 highlights faith that endures, pastors who stay rooted, and churches that faithfully serve their communities over time together faithfully.

QUESTIONS

1. How intentional are you about memorizing Scripture? How does knowing God’s Word affect the way you respond to temptation or pressure?
2. In what areas of your life or leadership are you preparing in advance rather than reacting in the moment?
3. What kind of faith legacy are you helping build for the next generation through your consistency, obedience, and commitment?

READ MORE

• The importance of hiding God’s Word in your heart (Psalm 119:9–11)
• Scripture as a weapon against temptation (Matthew 4:1–11; Ephesians 6:17)
• Preparing spiritually before crisis hits (Proverbs 21:31; Luke 6:46–49)
• Faithfulness and longevity in leadership (1 Corinthians 4:2; Galatians 6:9)
• Passing faith to the next generation (Psalm 78:4–7; 2 Timothy 2:2)

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 never too late to build a family culture that points the next generation to Jesus.

QUESTIONS:

1. What generational sins or family patterns are you repeating, and how can you fight that battle now so your children won’t have to?
2. Are you prioritizing your child’s relationship with God above sports, academics, or social acceptance, or have those things become the foundation of your home?
3. Who are the people influencing your family, and are you intentionally placing your children in proximity to friendships that will point them toward Jesus?

READ MORE:

• “Unless the Lord builds a house” in Psalm 127:1–5
• The broken patterns of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in Genesis 12–50
• Joseph’s reset and redemption in Genesis 37–50
• “Bad company corrupts good character” in 1 Corinthians 15:33
• Speaking God’s truth to your children in Deuteronomy 6:6–9

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 intimate connection with God.

QUESTIONS:
1. What does it mean that worship is more than “Christian karaoke”?
2. What does it look like to worship God in your darkest season or when you have nothing
else to give?
3. How can you shift from worrying about eyes on you to taking others where you’re going
in God’s presence?

READ MORE:

• Worshiping in spirit and truth in John 4:23–24
• Victory through praise in 2 Chronicles 20:21–22
• “A living sacrifice” in Romans 12:1–2
• God inhabiting the praises of His people in Psalm 22:3
• Every knee bowing to Jesus in Philippians 2:9–11