E262 | Are Denominations Dividing the Church?
The Debrief Podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown
Sandals Church
5 • 781 Ratings
🗓️ 25 June 2025
⏱️ 37 minutes
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Summary
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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| 0:00.0 | Welcome to the debrief podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown. |
| 0:06.0 | On this show, Pastor Matt sits down with his friends to answer your questions about life, Jesus, and the Bible. |
| 0:14.2 | Let's get into the episode. |
| 0:20.0 | Welcome back to the debrief podcast with Matthew Stephen Brown. |
| 0:23.1 | I am your co-host today, Madison Moses. |
| 0:26.3 | Yes, you change your name, traitor. |
| 0:28.0 | Yeah, not legally yet, but in spirit, I am Madison Moses. |
| 0:31.7 | My oldest and the producer of my grandchild. |
| 0:35.5 | Yes. |
| 0:36.1 | My grandson. |
| 0:37.5 | Grandson, I am the producer of your grandson. |
| 0:39.3 | I'm not been referred to as such yet. |
| 0:41.3 | So that caught me off guard. |
| 0:42.7 | Yes. |
| 0:43.2 | Okay, let's jump in. |
| 0:45.0 | Sorry, I threw you off. |
| 0:45.9 | It's okay. |
| 0:46.7 | I'm great at the being thrown off. |
| 0:48.5 | Okay, Bryce from Hemet, California, says, |
| 0:51.3 | Hello, Pastor Matt, my brother and his family have recently converted from non-denominational |
| 0:56.0 | Christianity to Orthodox, and after many conversations, we agree on almost everything, but my brother |
| 1:02.5 | tells me I'm missing out on having the fullness of faith by not practicing all the holy sacraments |
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