Brian From

The Common Good Podcast

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The idea of “the common good” has a rich history within the Christian church. It’s the notion that, as we pursue Jesus in our lives and in the lives of others, we are fulfilling God’s purposes for His creation. This pursuit can be messy. It means rolling up our sleeves and creating space for hard conversations about real issues that impact our lives. Things like parenting, marriage, finances, politics, art, and culture. On The Common Good, Brian From creates space to have these conversations, to sit with the big questions that we all have, to sometimes disagree, but to always look for the chan...

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Dr. Jim Denison discusses his new book, “The Coming Tsunami,” Robyn Chambers shares how to have pro-life conversations with children, and Brian and Aubrey comment on Justice Stephen Breyer’s decision to retire from the Supreme Court - January 27, 2022 28.01.2022 57:00

(00:00-9:48): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following news stories: “Justice Stephen Breyer to retire from Supreme Court, paving way for Biden appointment” “Kudlow calls out Biden's 'woke' Supreme Court promise” (9:48-21:00): Dr. Jim Denison, Co-founder & Chief Vision Officer of the Denison Forum , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “The Coming T...

Dr. Mark Baker discusses his book, “Centered-Set Church,” Linda Znachko shares about He Knows Your Name Ministries, and Brian and Aubrey talk about miracles - January 26, 2022 27.01.2022 58:12

(00:00-8:25): Brian and Aubrey discussed Karen Swallow Prior’s Religion News Service article, “Being pro-life demands sacrifice — for a pandemic, too.” (8:25-19:45): Dr. Mark Baker, Author and Professor of mission and theology at Fresno Pacific Biblical Seminary , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “Centered-Set Church: Discipleship and Community With...

Dr. Troy Jackson discusses Dr. Martin Luther King. Plus, realistic expectations for reading the Bible and why are people leaving the church? 25.01.2022 45:36

(00:00-09:26): YouTube has removed John MacArthur's latest sermon on Biblical sexuality . Brian and Aubrey talked about how Christians should react when their teachings cause an uproar. (09:26-19:13): Dr. Troy Jackson is the State Strategies Director for Faith in Action and the Co-founder of  Courageous Love , the organization behind the LivingUNDIVIDED and WorkingUNDIVIDED experience. He joi...

Kate Shellnutt discusses her article, "Church Leaders Are Still Waiting for Volunteers to Come Back,” Brian and Aubrey share their thoughts on parenting during COVID, and they reveal their TOP FIVE Romantic Comedies - January 21, 2022 22.01.2022 57:11

(00:00-8:19): Brian and Aubrey talked about the 2022 March for Life and discussed the following articles:  “With eyes on Roe, antiabortion activists gather in D.C.” “Activists look ahead to what could be the 'last anniversary' for Roe” “March for Life 2022: Advocates pray for a 'culture of life restored' in America” (8:19-17:04): Brian and Aubrey shared the...

Dr. Jonathan Leeman discusses his book, “Rediscover Church,” Ian Simkins shares about the ministry of The Bridge Church in Tennessee, and Brian and Aubrey reflect on a powerful testimony from David Hamilton - January 20, 2022 21.01.2022 56:10

(00:00-10:09): Brian and Aubrey discussed the CNN article, “'I'm just so embarrassed': Bono really isn't U2's biggest fan.” (10:09-28:07): Dr. Jonathan Leeman, Editorial Director for 9Marks , Cohost of the Pastors’ Talk podcast , and Elder at Cheverly Baptist Church , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential...

Chuck Mingo, Founder & CEO of Courageous Love, discusses the importance of having conversations about racial healing, Brian and Aubrey talk about Gospel culture, and they offer encouragement on finding hope in seasons of darkness - January 19, 2022 20.01.2022 55:52

(00:00-9:40): Is wearing a mask a way to love our neighbors? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and commented on the CNN article, “Gorsuch declines to wear mask, as bench-mate Sotomayor works from her office.” (9:40-26:42): Chuck Mingo, Pastor at Crossroads Church and Founder & CEO of Courageous Love , the organization behind the LivingUNDIVIDED and WorkingUNDIVIDED experience, joi...

Matthew Soerens shares about the work of World Relief in 2021, Dr. Alex Earl talks about the benefits of chiropractic care, and Brian and Aubrey reflect on an encouraging message from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - January 18, 2022 19.01.2022 54:09

(00:00-9:32): Brian and Aubrey discussed the CNN article, “Omicron might mark the end of Covid-19's pandemic phase -- unless a certain scenario happens,” and Aubrey shared about her experience having COVID-19. (9:32-27:29): Matthew Soerens, US Director of Church Mobilization & Advocacy for World Relief , National Coordinator for the Evangelical Immigration Table , and Co-author of...

Tommy Lee shares about The Grow Center for Church & Mission Event, “Remembering Dr. King 2022: Letter from Birmingham Jail,” Dr. John Perkins discusses his book, “Count it All Joy,” and Dr. Derwin Gray shares encouragement from his book, “God, Do You Hear 17.01.2022 1:03:37

(00:00-10:45): Tommy Lee, Executive Director of The Grow Center for Church & Mission and President of Resource Global , joined guest host Dan Ehrman to talk about The Grow Center Event, “Remembering Dr. King 2022: Letter from Birmingham Jail.”   Attend the virtual event, “Remembering Dr. King 2022: Letter from Birmingham Jail” at thegrowcenter.com/mlk2022 and conne...

Jeremy Linneman discusses his article, "How COVID Has Affected Our Friendships—and What to Do About It," Brian and guest co-host Steve Coble explore ways we can bridge America’s political divide, and they share encouragement on dealing with grief and hard 15.01.2022 53:05

(00:00-7:59): Brian was joined by guest co-host Steve Coble. Steve is the Pastor of Teaching, Discipleship, and Spiritual Formation at Renewal Church of Chicago . Learn more about Steve at renewalchicago.com Steve shared his faith story and how he became a pastor. (7:59-18:21): Jeremy Linneman, Lead Pastor of Trinity Community Church and Author of "Life-Giving Groups: “How-To” Grow Hea...

John Hopper discusses his book, "Questioning God?: Answers to Questions Worth Asking," Dr. Michael MacKenzie shares encouragement from his book ”Don't Blow Up Your Ministry," and Brian and guest co-host Steve Coble reflect on a message from Billy Graham - 14.01.2022 54:03

(00:00-7:23): Brian was joined by guest co-host Steve Coble. Steve is the Pastor of Teaching, Discipleship, and Spiritual Formation at Renewal Church of Chicago . Learn more about Steve at renewalchicago.com How can you help your pastor develop leaders and volunteers? Brian and Steve talked about this and commented on Michael Foust’s Christian Headlines article, “U.S. Pastors' Greatest...

Dr. Amanda Porter discusses her book, “Dear Anxiety, Let's Break Up,” Brian and guest co-host Steve Coble unpack The Atlantic article, “Why More Americans Are Saying They’re ‘Vaxxed and Done,’” and they reflect on Francis Chan’s message on unity - January 12.01.2022 56:45

(00:00-8:38): Brian was joined by guest co-host Steve Coble. Steve is the Pastor of Teaching, Discipleship, and Spiritual Formation at Renewal Church of Chicago . Learn more about Steve at renewalchicago.com Brian and Steve discussed the following articles: ”Chicago schools: Public school students will return to classroom Wednesday after teachers union suspends work action, mayor says”...

Morgan Lee discusses the Quick to Listen podcast episode, “There’s No Good Plan to Stop 100,000 Opioid Deaths a Year,” Brian and Aubrey share encouragement on the power of prayer, and they reveal their TOP FIVE Moments in History they’d like to Time Trave 12.01.2022 58:08

(00:00-9:26): Brian and Aubrey discussed a clip from The Ramsey Show, “Should Landlords Feel Guilty About Raising Rent Prices?” (9:26-18:54): Morgan Lee, Christianity Today’s Global Media Manager and Host of the Quick to Listen podcast , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the Quick to Listen episodes, “Yet Again, Haitian Christians Are Confronting Turmoil” and &ldq...

Dr. Nicholas Piotrowski discusses his book, “In All the Scriptures,” Brian and Aubrey reflect on the life of Sidney Poitier, and they explore the importance of keeping a Sabbath - January 10, 2022 11.01.2022 55:09

(00:00-8:32): Brian and Aubrey discussed the NPR article, “A fire in a Bronx apartment building leaves 19 dead, including 9 children.” (8:32-18:16): Dr. Nicholas Piotrowski, President and Academic Dean at Indianapolis Theological Seminary , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “In All the Scriptures: The Three Contexts of Biblical Hermeneutics.” You can pick...

Roland Warren shares encouragement from his book, “Raising Sons of Promise,” Brian and Aubrey reflect on Alistair Begg’s sermon, “The Power and Message of the Cross,” and they reveal the TOP FIVE Things they Love about Winter - January 7, 2022 08.01.2022 53:04

(00:00-8:23): How can we develop spiritual habits in the new year? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Sarah Zylstra and Megan Hill’s Gospel Coalition article, “Build Spiritual Habits in Just a Few Minutes.” (8:23-24:46): Roland Warren, President and CEO of Care Net , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about Care Net and his new book, “Raising Sons of Promise: A G...

Frank Viola shares encouragement from his new book, “Hang On, Let Go,” Brian and Aubrey discuss the one year anniversary of the Capitol riot, and they explore some ways parents can help children build their faith - January 6, 2022 06.01.2022 54:47

(00:00-9:26): Brian and Aubrey reflected on the one year anniversary of the Capitol riot. “One year after Jan. 6, Congress considers new laws to protect against election coups” “The Capitol Attack Signaled a Post-Christian Church, Not Merely a Post-Christian Culture” (9:26-26:17): Frank Viola, bestselling author, blogger, and popular conference speaker, joined Brian and Aub...

Dr. Tom Nelson shares encouragement from his book, “The Flourishing Pastor,” Dr. Dalene Joy Fisher discusses her book, “Resisting the Marriage Plot,” and Brian and Aubrey talk about the importance of kindness - January 5, 2022 06.01.2022 55:25

(00:00-8:23): Brian and Aubrey talked about the following articles: “Chicago students miss out on remote and in-person learning after a deadlock between the teachers union and school district” “No Way to Grow Up” (8:23-25:42): Dr. Tom Nelson, Founder & Lead Senior Pastor of Christ Community Church and President of Made To Flourish , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about...

David French discusses "The Wounds Politics Cannot Heal," Sarah Deberry shares encouragement from her book, “My Second Chance At Life,” and Brian and Aubrey talk about marriage - January 4, 2022 05.01.2022 58:34

(00:00-10:32): Brian and Aubrey talked about the following articles: “'Miles of parked cars': Closure of I-95 ends after nearly 30 hours of driver despair” “Betty White's agent says her death 'should not be politicized' after false vaccine claims” “More Americans Say Violence Against Government Can Be Justified” (10:32-29:04): David French, Senior Editor at The...

Kevin Grillot discusses the upcoming March for Life Chicago, Brian and Aubrey honor Betty White and Desmond Tutu, and they reflect on an encouraging message from Dr. Tony Evans - January 3, 2022 04.01.2022 57:34

(00:00-8:15): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following news stories: “U.S. rings in New Year with Covid surge, scaled back celebrations and travel woes” “Illinois enters 2022 with record-high COVID cases, full hospitals, evolving risks and some hope” (8:15-16:43): Kevin Grillot, Executive Director of weDignify , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the March for Life Chica...

George Sinclair discusses his article, “Reading the Christmas Story to Children,” Brian and Aubrey reflect on Isaiah Chapter 9 verses 6 & 7, and Aubrey hosts a Christmas Quiz with Brian and special guest, Kevin Sampson - December 24, 2021 24.12.2021 1:11:13

(00:00-9:39): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Matt Chandler’s Gospel Coalition article, “Look Forward to a Better Christmas.” (9:39-18:21): Rev. Canon George Sinclair, Rector of Church of the Messiah and Principal of Ryle Seminary , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his Gospel Coalition article, “Reading the Christmas Story to Children.”   Learn more about Geor...

Dr. Jeremiah Johnston shares encouragement from his book, “Unleashing Peace,” Dr. Marina Hofman discusses her book, “Women in the Bible Small Group Bible Study,” and Brian and Aubrey reflect on the power of the cross - December 23, 2021 24.12.2021 57:24

(00:00-9:03): What is a “revangelical?” Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Ian Harber’s Gospel Coalition article, “‘Progressive’ Christianity: Even Shallower Than the Evangelical Faith I Left.”   (9:03-19:31): Dr. Marina Hofman, Professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her book, “Women in...

Dr. Tim Muehlhoff discusses his book, “Eyes to See: Recognizing God's Common Grace in an Unsettled World,” Brian and Aubrey explore some ways to stay close to God during the holidays, and they share encouragement on life-giving rhythms - December 22, 2021 23.12.2021 52:31

(00:00-7:49): Brian and Aubrey discussed the Christianity Today article, “Free at Last: All 17 Missionaries Kidnapped in Haiti Have Been Released.” (7:49-25:03): Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, Professor of Communication at Biola University , Codirector of The Winsome Conviction Project ; and speaker and research consultant for the Center for Marriage and Relationships,  joined Brian and Aubre...

Dr. Felicia Wu Song discusses her new book, “Restless Devices,” Brian and Aubrey share about the history of Christmas carols, and they offer encouragement on navigating dysfunctional relationships during the holidays - December 21, 2021 22.12.2021 52:50

(00:00-8:08): Brian and Aubrey discussed Erik Weir’s Fox News opinion article, “Volunteering during holidays can change a life – maybe yours.”   (8:08-25:50): Dr. Felicia Wu Song, Cultural Sociologist and Professor of Sociology at Westmont College , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “Restless Devices: Recovering Personhood, Presence, and Place i...

Phil Shappard discusses his book, “Approaching the Almighty,” Brian and Aubrey share their thoughts on virtual church, and they reflect on an Advent meditation from Tim Keller - December 20, 2021 21.12.2021 55:10

(00:00-9:34): Brian and Aubrey discussed the dangers of enmeshing our faith with politics. (9:34-19:46): Phil Shappard, Author and former National Operations Manager for Moody Radio , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his book, “Approaching the Almighty: 100 Prayers of A. W. Tozer.” Check out Phil’s blog at tozertalks.com , send him an email at tozertalks@gmail.com , and conn...

Suzanne Stabile shares encouragement from her new book, “The Journey Toward Wholeness,” Brian and Aubrey discuss the importance of turning to God in the midst of suffering, and they reveal their TOP FIVE Christmas Movies - December 17, 2021 18.12.2021 53:36

(00:00-8:10): Brian and Aubrey reflected on Michael Foust’s Christian Headlines article, “Tim Keller: God Is 'Endlessly Comforting' amidst Cancer Battle: 'Suffering Awakens Us.'” (8:10-16:47): Brian and Aubrey commented on a tweet from Rich Villodas, “John the Baptist is one of my fav ppl in scripture. He knew who he wasn't (I am not the Messiah) & he knew who he was (I...

Ace Collins discusses his book, “Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas,” Sarah Zylstra unpacks her article, “Farming Flowers to the Glory of God,” and Brian and Aubrey share some of their favorite Christmas traditions - December 16, 2021 17.12.2021 55:56

(00:00-8:51): Brian and Aubrey discussed Jessica Lea’s Churchleaders.com article, “‘We Fear for His Soul’—More Duggar Family Members React to Guilty Verdict.”   (8:51-27:57): Ace Collins, Bestselling Christy Award-winning author, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his books, “Stories behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas” and “Storie...