Matt Brown Show

Topic: Overcoming shame.

Guest: Anne Beiler is the founder of Auntie Anne's Pretzels. 

In the midst of doing our daily lives many people are silently struggling with shame, loss and pain.

Anne Beiler began twisting pretzels in 1987 to support her husband's vision of offering free counseling services in their community. What started as a single farmer's market stand grew into “Auntie Anne’s”, the world's largest hand-rolled soft pretzel franchise. She encountered much grief in her life as well. On today’s episode, she shares her story of navigating unimaginable loss, silent struggles, and the pressure to appear “okay” even when everything feels broken inside. After losing her young daughter in a tragic accident, she found herself trapped in grief, guilt, and even an abusive situation that deepened her pain. Like so many, she kept going—building a business, showing up for others—while secretly struggling. Anne's journey from humble beginnings in an Amish-Mennonite family to building a global pretzel empire exemplifies resilience, faith, and entrepreneurship. Through personal tragedy, she found strength in her faith, which guided her healing process and shaped her path forward. Her experiences have yielded valuable lessons in both business and life that continue to inspire others today. Her journey of healing and redemption is a powerful reminder that no one has to carry their burdens alone. 

Check out Anne’s book “Twist of Faith” here.

Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  

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Topic: Family and parenting 
Guest: Sarah Garcia is the founder of Glorify Apparel
Parenting often feels overwhelming in the busyness of life, with stress and demands pulling us in every direction.
Sarah Garcia holds a master’s degree in counseling ministry, is a certified youth and family counselor, and is the founder of Glorify Apparel. Together with her mother, father and brother , they co-authored Raising Families the Jesus Way, a heartfelt book born out of their passion for equipping families to grow in strength and Christlikeness. With their combined expertise and deep faith, the Garcia family provides practical tools, personal stories and biblical insights to inspire parents to lead their families with Christ-centered love, purpose, and intentionality. They are on a mission to empower others to build strong, godly homes rooted in the ways of Jesus. You will get lots of wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps to nurture your children in faith and love during today’s show!
Check out:  Raising Families the Jesus Way
Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  
Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org 
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Topic: Family and parenting 

Guest: Sarah Garcia is the founder of Glorify Apparel

Parenting often feels overwhelming in the busyness of life, with stress and demands pulling us in every direction.

Sarah Garcia holds a master’s degree in counseling ministry, is a certified youth and family counselor, and is the founder of Glorify Apparel. Together with her mother, father and brother , they co-authored Raising Families the Jesus Way, a heartfelt book born out of their passion for equipping families to grow in strength and Christlikeness. With their combined expertise and deep faith, the Garcia family provides practical tools, personal stories and biblical insights to inspire parents to lead their families with Christ-centered love, purpose, and intentionality. They are on a mission to empower others to build strong, godly homes rooted in the ways of Jesus. You will get lots of wisdom, encouragement, and actionable steps to nurture your children in faith and love during today’s show!

Check out:  Raising Families the Jesus Way

Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  

Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org 

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Topic: Freedom in Christ
Guest: Kirby Kelly is a young influencer. 
Our relationship with God is meant to draw us closer to Him. When we struggle with sin or fall into temptation, it can feel like the most defeating place in the world. 
Kirby Kelly is a speaker, author, podcaster and influencer sharing faith content and the freedom she has found in Christ. She shares that healing begins with the confession of our sins, allowing us to walk in the freedom God has called us to. If you’ve been living in sin and are ready to step into the light, to see life as God intended, know that the Lord has freedom waiting for you!
Check out Kirby’s book: You Can Be Free
Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  
Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org
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Topic: Freedom in Christ

Guest: Kirby Kelly is a young influencer. 

Our relationship with God is meant to draw us closer to Him. When we struggle with sin or fall into temptation, it can feel like the most defeating place in the world. 

Kirby Kelly is a speaker, author, podcaster and influencer sharing faith content and the freedom she has found in Christ. She shares that healing begins with the confession of our sins, allowing us to walk in the freedom God has called us to. If you’ve been living in sin and are ready to step into the light, to see life as God intended, know that the Lord has freedom waiting for you!

Check out Kirby’s book: You Can Be Free

Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  

Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org

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Topic: God’s Peace
Guest: Terry Smith is the pastor of The Life Christian Church near New York City
We all face moments of fear and anxiety in our lives—times when uncertainty and worry weigh heavily on our hearts. 
Terry Smith is the pastor of The Life Christian Church near New York City and author of multiple books. In his profound exploration of biblical peace, he dives deep into the concept of “shalom,” a Hebrew word that encompasses a far richer meaning than our typical understanding of peace today. 
Shalom is not merely the absence of conflict or a fleeting sense of calm. Instead, it represents the fullness of life as God intended it. Terry defines this peace as “life the way God intended it,” emphasizing that true peace is found in aligning ourselves with God’s purpose and presence. You will experience a great depth of God’s peace as you listen to today’s show. 
Check out Terry’s book: The Lord Give You Peace
Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  
Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org 
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Topic: God’s Peace

Guest: Terry Smith is the pastor of The Life Christian Church near New York City

We all face moments of fear and anxiety in our lives—times when uncertainty and worry weigh heavily on our hearts. 

Terry Smith is the pastor of The Life Christian Church near New York City and author of multiple books. In his profound exploration of biblical peace, he dives deep into the concept of “shalom,” a Hebrew word that encompasses a far richer meaning than our typical understanding of peace today. 

Shalom is not merely the absence of conflict or a fleeting sense of calm. Instead, it represents the fullness of life as God intended it. Terry defines this peace as “life the way God intended it,” emphasizing that true peace is found in aligning ourselves with God’s purpose and presence. You will experience a great depth of God’s peace as you listen to today’s show. 

Check out Terry’s book: The Lord Give You Peace

Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.  

Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org 

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Topic: Leadership
Guest: Ronnie Floyd is the former President of the Southern Baptists and National Day of Prayer
Many people struggle to keep the right priorities in the busyness and demands of daily life. We often push the well-being of our body, mind, and soul to the back burner.
Ronnie Floyd is a longtime former pastor of Cross Church, known for his impactful leadership and extensive ministry experience. He has served as the former President of the Southern Baptist Convention and the National Day of Prayer. He lives an incredible life of prayer, and continues to write books, podcast, travel and preach across the nation. He is recognized as a prominent leader, not only within the church but also in the business community. 
Ronnie shares that taking care of your body and feeding yourself spiritually is the key to being under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. To lead others well, you have to be led by God. 
He shares that the true measures of success in our lives are being faithful, fruitful and obedient to Jesus. You will sense your priorities in life shifting in a healthy way as you listen to today’s show, and you will learn to lean on God’s empowerment in your life. 
Check out Ronnie’s Book: Day by Day and Night by Night
Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.
Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org
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Topic: Leadership

Guest: Ronnie Floyd is the former President of the Southern Baptists and National Day of Prayer

Many people struggle to keep the right priorities in the busyness and demands of daily life. We often push the well-being of our body, mind, and soul to the back burner.

Ronnie Floyd is a longtime former pastor of Cross Church, known for his impactful leadership and extensive ministry experience. He has served as the former President of the Southern Baptist Convention and the National Day of Prayer. He lives an incredible life of prayer, and continues to write books, podcast, travel and preach across the nation. He is recognized as a prominent leader, not only within the church but also in the business community. 

Ronnie shares that taking care of your body and feeding yourself spiritually is the key to being under the leadership of the Holy Spirit. To lead others well, you have to be led by God. 

He shares that the true measures of success in our lives are being faithful, fruitful and obedient to Jesus. You will sense your priorities in life shifting in a healthy way as you listen to today’s show, and you will learn to lean on God’s empowerment in your life. 

Check out Ronnie’s Book: Day by Day and Night by Night

Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.

Receive our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at: Thinke.org

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Topic: Building authentic community 

Guest: Mike Linch is a pastor and a mentor to professional baseball players and coaches

Everyone benefits when leadership gets better. Mike Linch has been talking with some of America’s greatest leaders for seven years, and he shares some of the most powerful insights he’s learned along the journey of his show.

Mike Linch is the pastor of NorthStar Church, author, and leadership mentor known for creating vibrant church communities focused on genuine relationships and discipleship. When church leadership focuses on authentic relationships and spiritual growth, it transforms both individual lives and entire communities. Mike Linch's approach to ministry shows how intentional community-building and genuine discipleship can revitalize the local church. You will grow, get better and be filled with inspiration from listening to Mike in our conversation today.

Check out Mike’s podcast “Linch with a Leader" here.

Pick up Matt's book "Truth Plus Love" here.

Get our free e-book "5 Keys to Find Fulfillment in God" at Thinke.org. 

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