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The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast

Matt Chandler, Part 1: How the 2022 Controversy Has Impacted His Life and Ministry

Nov 29, 2023
Matt Chandler, who experienced a controversy in 2022, shares how it impacted his life and ministry. The podcast discusses the unfolding of the incident, submitting to authority, personal reflections on health and faith, and challenges, faith, and hope for the future.
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Quick takeaways

  • Matt Chandler highlights the importance of submitting to elders who fear the Lord, love the Bible, and genuinely care for his family, leading to restoration and renewal in his ministry.
  • Matt Chandler emphasizes the significance of family rites of passage and the joy of witnessing important milestones in his children's lives, inspiring others to see God's goodness in all situations.

Deep dives

Matt Chandler addresses controversy and its impact on his ministry

In this podcast episode, Matt Chandler discusses the controversy he faced in the past year and how it has affected his ministry. He talks about a situation where a woman confronted him about direct messaging another woman, leading to escalating accusations and the involvement of the elders. Matt shares his decision to submit to the elder board's authority, highlighting the importance of having elders who fear the Lord, love the Bible, and genuinely care for his family. He reflects on the process, acknowledging some frustrations and hurt, but ultimately expressing gratitude for the fruitfulness that has come out of submitting to the elders' discipline. Matt emphasizes the restoration and renewal he has experienced, with a renewed commitment to the church and an inspiring season of ministry.

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