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Between Sundays with The Chandlers

Matt Chandler & Lauren Chandler

69 episodes

Between Sundays with the Chandlers is a candid podcast hosted by Matt and Lauren Chandler that invites listeners into the everyday conversations that happen between church services and busy weeks. Between Sundays offers thoughtful reflections rooted in Scripture and lived experience. Matt and Lauren share openly about the challenges and blessings of walking with Jesus in the middle of work, family life, and personal growth, creating space for listeners to feel seen, encouraged, and grounded.

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  1. What to Do When You Don’t Feel Hungry for God

    · 43 min

    What do you do when you know you should want God more—but you just don’t? Matt and Lauren talk about spiritual hunger, the things that quietly fill us up on lesser things, and the rhythms that help turn our attention…

  2. How to Follow Jesus in a Culture That Doesn’t with Jon Thompson

    · 49 min

    Jon Thompson joins Matt and Lauren to talk about what faithful Christian witness looks like in a complicated cultural moment. They get into revival, why Christians are tempted to retreat from people who think…

  3. When Your Child Walks Away From Jesus

    · 49 min

    What do you do when your child walks away from Jesus? Matt and Lauren talk honestly about the years their daughter Audrey was far from the Lord, the things they tried to control, the disappointment they carried, and…

  4. Finding Your Voice: Creativity, Calling & Using the Gifts God Gave You

    · 48 min

    Because we’re made in the image of a creative God, creativity isn’t reserved for artists, musicians, writers, or preachers. It can show up in a sermon, a song, a beautiful room, a meal, or even a really good…

  5. Chadd Wright: What Fatherhood Is Teaching a Navy SEAL About Surrender

    · 1 h 05 min

    We had the pleasure of sitting down with Chad Wright—former Navy SEAL, ultrarunner, founder of 3 of 7 Project, husband to Brooke, and brand-new dad—to talk less about the accomplishments people know him for and more…

  6. A Dream, a Neighbor & a Jar of Salsa

    · 56 min

    In this episode, we’re telling the story of Storied Provisions—an idea that sat in Lauren’s heart for years before the Lord brought the right people, place, and timing together. What started as a desire to create…

  7. The Friendship We Were Made For

    · 49 min

    Brooke Ledbetter joins us to talk about a journey that many people quietly walk through—depression, anxiety, loneliness, and the surprising gift of friendship. Brooke shares how a painful college breakup opened the…

  8. Caring for the Body as Worship

    · 46 min

    We sat down with our friend Mike McCalley, whose story both challenged and encouraged us. Mike shares how a simple conversation with his son exposed a deeper spiritual and physical drift that had quietly settled into…

  9. Answering Your Questions on Parenting

    · 1 h 01 min

    In this episode, we answer listener-submitted parenting questions covering everything from discipline and consequences to neurodivergence, school choices, overprotection, family devotions, and having ongoing…

  10. Blessed Are Those Who Mourn

    · 44 min

    In this special bonus episode, we share a full chapter from Matt’s upcoming book, Becoming Like Jesus — the chapter readers asked for most: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” In it, Matt talks…

  11. Why the Christian Life Isn’t “Up and to the Right”

    · 41 min

    In this episode, we’re diving into Matt’s new book Becoming Like Jesus: The Everyday Journey to Living a Life of Holiness. We talk about what it actually looks like to follow Jesus over the long haul—not the polished,…

  12. How to Walk Through Seasons of Suffering

    · 59 min

    In this episode, we talk about suffering—not just as a hard part of life, but as a real part of life in a fallen world. We share some of our earliest memories of suffering, the seasons that disoriented us, and the ways…

  13. What God Is Doing In Our Day

    · 37 min

    In this episode, we’re talking about what we’re seeing and sensing right now—both in the Church and out in the world. It really does feel like something is happening. From college campuses to local churches, there’s a…

  14. The Perfectionism Trap

    · 36 min

    In this episode, we talk honestly about perfectionism—what it looks like when your identity is built on performance, and how exhausting that kind of striving can become. Lauren shares how, from childhood, she felt…

  15. What We’re Learning About the Holy Spirit

    · 40 min · S1 E4

    In this episode, we talk about our journey with the Holy Spirit. We both grew up in church contexts where He wasn’t ignored—but He wasn’t really known either. Over time, through Scripture, ministry, and seasons of…

  16. Building Rhythms That Keep You From Burning Out

    · 46 min

    In this episode, we walk through what it looks like to do a “drain audit.” What drains us emotionally? Physically? Spiritually? Relationally? We talk honestly about how tragedy, busyness, sickness, loud rooms, traffic,…

  17. How to Find (and Keep) Deep Friendships

    · 37 min · S1 E2

    In this episode of Between Sundays, Lauren and I talk about something that’s foundational to life in Christ but often overlooked: friendship. God made us for connection. You and I were not designed to walk this life…

  18. How to Build a Marriage That Lasts

    · 44 min · S1 E1

    Hey friends—Matt Chandler here. If you’ve followed The Overcomers, you know I’ve spent years telling stories of God’s grace amidst unimaginable pain. But we’re starting a new chapter doing something Lauren and I have…

  19. Introducing: Between Sundays with the Chandlers

    · 1:09 · Trailer

    Between Sundays with the Chandlers is a candid podcast hosted by Matt and Lauren Chandler that invites listeners into the everyday conversations that happen between church services and busy weeks. With warmth, honesty,…

  20. Trusting Christ in Trauma

    · 42 min

    I got to sit down with Olga Reed, a longtime member of The Village Church and someone I deeply admire. Olga walks us through her story—from battling depression and loneliness as a first-generation college student, to…

  21. Freedom from Performance

    · 46 min

    In this episode, I sit down with my lovely wife Lauren to explore her story. She shares about growing up as a “good girl,” always chasing approval, achievement, and the A+. But beneath that pursuit was a deeper…

  22. On Suffering and Sonship

    · 50 min

    In this episode, I sit down with my friend Josh Turner—pastor, leader, and now author of Into the Storm. Josh’s story is one of unexpected suffering and surprising strength. We talk about his daughter Riley, born with…

  23. Embodied Faith and the Death of Platitudes

    · 48 min

    I sat down with artist, writer and friend Josh Nadeau to explore his path from theological precocity to personal crisis and ultimately, redemptive beauty. Josh shares how growing up steeped in Reformed theology didn’t…

  24. When One Drink Isn't Enough

    · 50 min

    In this episode, I sit down with JP and Ashley Graves—longtime friends and members of our church—with a story that’s both difficult and deeply hopeful. We talk about alcohol—not just as a drink, but as an idol that…

  25. Purpose, Identity and Calling

    · 1 h 06 min

    I sat down with Luke Lezon and Will Chung to explore how Gen Z and Millennials are wrestling with identity, dignity, and discipleship in a rapidly shifting culture. These young pastors are preaching into cities like…

  26. Faith in the Workplace

    · 1 h 12 min

    In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and restaurateur Marty Bryan—founder of Marty B’s Restaurant—and Eric Loper, a former tech executive turned faith-driven consultant. Together, we dive into what it really…

  27. Caring Well for Others

    · 54 min

    This is a sobering yet hope-filled episode. I sit down with Summer Vinson Berger and Adam Paa to discuss the pain, complexity, and redemptive potential of shepherding care in the local church. From owning massive…

  28. A Word for Tired Church Planters

    · 52 min

    Today I unpack the gritty, grace-filled realities of planting churches with three faithful men—Ronnie, Travis, and Spencer—who are living it right now. We talk about the surprising slowness of fruit, the wounds of…

  29. Finishing Well with Ray Ortlund and Crawford Loritts

    · 40 min

    This episode is special to me. I sit down with two of my heroes in the faith—Ray Ortlund and Crawford Loritts. These men have been anchors for me in moments of doubt and discouragement, and I wanted to ask them the…

  30. Warrior Wounds and Gospel Hope

    · 1 h 12 min

    In this episode, I sat down with three close friends—Zack Brown, Kasey Brown, and PJ Kratohvil—all veterans who served overseas in the Army and Marines. We unpack what life in the military gave them, what it took, and…

  31. Why Elders Matter

    · 53 min

    In this episode, I sat down with Mason King and Nick Crawford—two of my fellow elders at The Village—to talk about plurality. Not because it’s trendy, but because it’s biblical, and because it has been a safeguard in…

  32. The Beauty of Belonging

    · 43 min

    Man, today’s episode is rich. I’m sitting down with Dr. Michelle Bowman—an educator, leader, and sister in Christ who has walked through the fire and come out on the other side with her joy still. Her story? It’s not…

  33. Women in Ministry

    · 44 min

    In this episode of The Overcomers, I sit down with Colleen Searcy and Ryan Wester for a really honest, meaningful conversation about calling, faith, and what it looks like to lead in the local church as a woman.…

  34. Peace and Purpose in Sobriety

    · 33 min

    In this episode of The Overcomers, I sit down with Danny Spencer, a long-time member of The Village Church, as he shares his powerful story of healing and hope. Raised in a home marked by addiction and loss, Danny…

  35. Authentic Leadership

    · 57 min

    Leadership under pressure is no joke. Pastors Leonce Crump and Joby Martin open up about the weight of responsibility—when betrayal, exhaustion, and doubt threaten to take you out. Leonce shares about seasons of…

  36. Imperfect Parenting

    · 1 h 08 min

    Family life is messy—loud, exhausting, and often overwhelming. But the everyday moments—car rides, meals, bedtime—can be sacred opportunities to point our kids to Jesus. This week on the Overcomers Podcast, I sit down…

  37. Life and Sexuality

    · 1 h 01 min

    Thanks for tuning in to another episode of The Overcomers. In this episode, I’m joined by Kim Zember, whose journey with Jesus shows the messy, beautiful reality of sanctification. Growing up in a Christian home in…

  38. The Healing Process

    · 58 min

    What if the key to true success is embracing your vulnerabilities? In today’s episode of the Overcomers Podcast, the tables turn—Lauren Chandler interviews me about a season of deep transformation. We’ll unpack my…

  39. The Kings Table

    · 1 h 11 min

    On this episode, I sit down with two of my closest friends, Josh and Trevor, to reflect on insights from a 90-year Harvard study on adult development, highlighting the essential role of deep, reliable friendships—what…

  40. Worship-Fueled Courage in the Face of Adversity

    · 8:57

    As I wrap up this season, I want to neatly summarize what this season was about. Whether it was walking through the four Horseman of the apocalypse, interviews, question and answers, the whole point was to highlight…

  41. Common Questions About Suffering and God's Love

    · 16 min

    On this episode of The Overcomers I tackle some of the most frequently asked questions about suffering and God's love. Questions like why bad things happen to good people, why doesn't God answer prayer, and others. All…

  42. Overcoming Spiritual Starvation with Gary and Sandi Stevenson

    · 57 min

    It's possible to have everything this world has to offer and be starving — maybe not physically, but spiritually. In this episode of The Overcomers, I want to help you gain a deeper understanding of the profound…

  43. Overcoming the Pressures of the Platform with Max Lucado

    · 43 min

    This episode is a slight departure from my usual episode, but I had the profound opportunity to sit with Max Lucado, a man I have admired for many years, to discuss the layers of growth and grace that have marked his…

  44. Persevering Over the Oppression of the Pale Rider

    · 14 min

    I've personally felt the heavy hand of illness and seen its shadow loom over those I care for. In this episode, we will examine what the Pale Horse represents and how we are to combat it. We will also take a look at…

  45. Confronting the Despair of the Black Rider

    · 16 min

    In this episode, I want to orient our thinking around how we're going to experience the Black Horse and its Rider. Because if we're going to overcome the Black Horse, then we need to understand how the rider and the…

  46. Bonus Episode: More Powerful Than You Believe

    · 44 min

    My new book, The Overcomers: God's Vision for You to Thrive in an Age of Anxiety and Outrage, is out now and for the first time ever, I decided to be the one that read the book for audio. So this bonus episode is the…

  47. Common Questions about the Book of Revelation

    · 15 min

    Could the book of Revelation be more comforting than confounding, more hopeful than horrifying? On this episode, I’m tackling some of the most common questions asked about the book of Revelation. From overcoming…

  48. Overcoming False Gospels with Russell Roberts

    · 45 min

    We've been walking through the four horsemen of the apocalypse, and if you'll remember, the first horse is a white horse and its rider has a white robe and a crown. It looks like Jesus, but it's not Jesus. And so I…

  49. Guarding Against the Conflict and Anger of the Red Rider

    · 10 min

    On this episode, we will examine the red horse and its rider from Revelation 6 — an emblem of war and rage. It seems like everywhere we look there is war happening. But it's not just global conflicts that I want to…

  50. Rejecting the False Gospel of the White Rider

    · 25 min

    This season I’ll be talking through some of the topics from my latest book, The Overcomers. In this episode I’m addressing what the White Rider represents in the book of Revelation. I’ll unpack the subtle dangers of…

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