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The Overcomers with Matt Chandler

The Overcomers with Matt Chandler

By: Matt Chandler
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The Overcomers podcast is stories of men and women who have endured unimaginable hardships—have clung to Jesus during the dark night of the soul, yet their faith has remained intact and often more vibrant than before.Most of these stories are not clean and do not have a neat bow at the end. Many are still in the middle of battling to believe Jesus is better, come what may.

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  • Why Elders Matter

    Why Elders Matter
    May 6 2025

    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 my ministry. Early on, I had all the power, all the control—and I knew it. It was efficient, it was fast, and it was dangerous. So we talk about why one-man leadership is a bad idea, what true elder plurality actually looks like, and how it’s protected us, humbled us, and served the body over the years. If you’re planting a church, rethinking leadership, or just wondering how to build something that lasts—this one’s for you.

    In This Episode

    • [03:00] The Biblical Case for Plurality
    • [06:00] Why We Avoid Plurality
    • [12:00] What Plurality Has Given Us
    • [16:00] Shield-to-Shield Leadership
    • [21:00] How We Choose Elders
    • [30:00] When Plurality Prevents Church Hurt
    • [38:00] Signs of Fake Plurality
    • [43:00] First Steps Toward Plurality
    • [49:00] Final Encouragements to Young Leaders


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    Communio

    Communio is not another program. It’s a non-profit organization that comes alongside churches, training and equipping them to evangelize through the renewal of healthy relationships, marriages, and the family. Family structure is key for passing on faith to children, yet 72 percent of churches lack significant relationship ministry. That’s where Communio comes in. Communio has worked with hundreds of churches across the country. These churches have seen divorce rates drop – attendance rise – weekly generosity increase – and marriage and family bonds restored.

    Visit: communio.org/overcomers to learn more about the Communio impact and how Communio can come alongside your church.

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    Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

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    53 mins
  • The Beauty of Belonging

    The Beauty of Belonging
    Apr 22 2025

    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 the cleaned-up version. It’s real. Ten years of struggle, a marriage that ended in heartbreak, and a journey back into the family of faith, not with shame but with strength.

    What you’ll hear in Michelle is the kind of resilience that only comes from walking with Jesus through deep pain. From idolizing marriage to embracing her calling as a spiritual mother, she’s living proof that you can lose everything the world calls secure and still gain something far better—belonging, joy, and purpose in Christ.

    If you've ever felt like your story disqualifies you, let this be a holy disruption. There’s healing here, and it starts by stepping into the light. Keep your eyes up.

    In This Episode

    • [02:00] - Walking Through Divorce & Letting Go of Identity
    • [04:30] - Coming Home to TVC: A Story of Community & Welcome
    • [08:00] - Serving in Singleness: From Family Legacy to Faithful Presence
    • [10:45] - Can You Love Jesus and Not the Church?
    • [14:30] - The Cost and Freedom of Being a Single Woman in the Church
    • [17:45] - Seeing God's Goodness in Unexpected Seasons
    • [21:30] - Spiritual Motherhood & Nurturing the Body of Christ
    • [25:45] - Lifelong Encouragers: Family, Faithful Friends & SSR Sisters
    • [28:15] - A Heart for Missions: Finding Purpose on the Field
    • [30:00] - Rhythms That Keep Her Anchored: Serving, Studying, and Scripture
    • [33:00] - To the One Feeling Shame: What Michelle Wants You to Hear
    • [40:00] - A Final Word on Grace, Courage, and Coming Home Again

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    Thank you to our Sponsors

    Covenant Eyes

    Victory by Covenant Eyes is a powerful tool that helps Christians who are serious and want to quit porn for good or never start. Victory combines industry-leading technology with decades of experience and leadership in recovery content, accountability, and behavior change.

    The Victory app, with powerful accountability features built in and the optional blocking technology, makes it an unparalleled tool in the fight to live a porn-free life.

    Anyone can get started on their path to recovery for free by visiting: Covenanteyes.com/overcomers for 30 days free.


    Communio

    Communio is not another program. It’s a non-profit organization that comes alongside churches, training and equipping them to evangelize through the renewal of healthy relationships, marriages, and the family. Family structure is key for passing on faith to children, yet 72 percent of churches lack significant relationship ministry. That’s where Communio comes in. Communio has worked with hundreds of churches across the country. These churches have seen divorce rates drop – attendance rise – weekly generosity increase – and marriage and family bonds restored.

    Visit: communio.org/overcomers to learn more about the Communio impact and how Communio can come alongside your church.


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    Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co.

    For sponsorship inquiries, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co
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    43 mins
  • Women in Ministry

    Women in Ministry
    Apr 8 2025
    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.Colleen grew up in a home shaped by deep faith. Her grandfather didn’t just teach her the Apostles' Creed—he lived it. From early on, she was being discipled, not just taught. Her story is one of steady formation in the gospel. Ryan’s journey, on the other hand, is very different. She came from a background marked by pain and dysfunction, and yet God broke in with redeeming grace, drawing her out of darkness and into life and ministry.Their stories are so different, but both are powerful testimonies of God’s faithfulness—and of how He calls women into ministry through all kinds of paths. We dig into some of the challenges women face in ministry—especially in places where their gifts haven’t always been recognized or encouraged. Colleen and Ryan talk about how discipleship and spiritual friendship helped them navigate that space and step into their calling with clarity and courage.I want the Church to be a place that sees the gifts God’s given His daughters and cheers them on as they lead, teach, disciple, and serve the church. Because when women walk in their Spirit-given calling, the whole body flourishes.This conversation reminded me—again—that the Spirit of God is doing something beautiful in and through the lives of women at The Village and beyond. And I’m grateful I get to witness it.TOPICS DISCUSSED(00:14) – How Jesus Found Us and Called Us In(09:13) – When Ministry Finds You in the Most Unexpected Places(12:53) – Discipled Into a Calling(26:03) – Doing Ministry Side by Side Without the Weirdness(37:03) – Cheering Her On(41:21) – Let Her Teach, Lead, and Build the ChurchFOLLOW and SUBSCRIBE:Instagram | Youtube | Website | NewsletterIf you’ve enjoyed this episode, one of the best ways to support the show and make sure others find it, is to subscribe and leave a review. Thank You!Thank you to our SponsorsCovenant EyesVictory by Covenant Eyes is a powerful tool that helps Christians who are serious and want to quit porn for good or never start. Victory combines industry-leading technology with decades of experience and leadership in recovery content, accountability, and behavior change.The Victory app, with powerful accountability features built in and the optional blocking technology, makes it an unparalleled tool in the fight to live a porn-free life.Anyone can get started on their path to recovery for free by visiting: Covenanteyes.com/overcomers for 30 days free.CommunioCommunio is not another program. It’s a non-profit organization that comes alongside churches, training and equipping them to evangelize through the renewal of healthy relationships, marriages, and the family. Family structure is key for passing on faith to children, yet 72 percent of churches lack significant relationship ministry. That’s where Communio comes in. Communio has worked with hundreds of churches across the country. These churches have seen divorce rates drop – attendance rise – weekly generosity increase – and marriage and family bonds restored. Visit: communio.org/overcomers to learn more about the Communio impact and how Communio can come alongside your church. Air DoctorAirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping! Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code OVERCOMERS and you’ll receive up to $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value! Lock this special offer by using my promo code OVERCOMERS at checkout!–Editing and support by The Good Podcast Co. For sponsorship inquiries, email sponsor@thegoodpodcast.co
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    44 mins
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