The Common Good Podcast

(00:00-9:17): Aubrey and Catherine shared their thoughts on Kent Annan’s article for The Dallas Morning News, “Welcoming Afghan refugees is one of the most meaningful tasks in my 20 years of humanitarian work.”    (9:06-26:38): Bob Smietana, veteran religion writer and National Reporter for Religion News Service , joined Aubrey and Catherine to discuss some of his recen...

(00:00-8:04): Brian and Aubrey discussed Kara Bettis’ Christianity Today article, “Gary Chapman Doesn’t Know He’s Famous.” (8:04-26:05): Dr. Scot McKnight, Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary and Coauthor of “A Church Called Tov: Forming a Goodness Culture That Resists Abuses of Power and Promotes Healing,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about...

(00:00-8:49): How does God bring good out of our suffering? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed a Nightline interview with Drew Robinson.   (8:49-26:52): Josh Larsen, Editor & Film Critic at Think Christian , Host/Producer of the Think Christian podcast , and Co-host of the radio show & podcast Filmspotting , joins Brian and Aubrey to chat about his Think Christian articl...

(00:00-9:01): Brian and Aubrey discussed the grief and shock of sudden loss, and Brian shared a story about a student from his daughter’s school who died in a car accident. They also commented on a clip from Kay Warren’s interview with Dr. Jerry Sittser, “Grief and Loss During COVID-19.”    (9:01-17:44): Jennifer Rothschild, best-selling author, Bible teacher, Hos...

(00:00-9:05): Brian and Aubrey discussed the following news stories: “Newsom Signs Bill Allowing Children to Hide Abortions, Transgender Treatments from Parents” “Biden Endorses Controversial Bill Guaranteeing Abortion 'Without Limitations'” (9:05-25:06): Dr. Robert Jeffress, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church of Dallas and Host of Pathway to Victory , joined Brian and A...

(00:00-16:43): Dr. Robert Tracy McKenzie is a Professor of History at Wheaton College and Author of “The First Thanksgiving” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his new book, “We the Fallen People: The Founders and the Future of American Democracy.” Check out Dr. McKenzie’s blog at faithandamericanhistory.wordpress.com (16:43-25:54): Why do we villainize people and...

(00:00-16:54): Dr. Katie Butler, trauma and critical care surgeon who recently left clinical practice to homeschool her children, Contributor for Desiring God , and Author of “Glimmers of Grace,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her Gospel Coalition article, “How the Church Can Help in Suicide Prevention.” Learn more about Katie and her books at oceansrisesite.blog (16...

On today’s show, Brian and Aubrey shared how you can save babies and souls by making a gift to Pre-Born! Scott Wilder from Pre-Born! joined them to explain how God is at work through their ministry and how an ultrasound helps a mother see the truth of the baby that is growing inside her.  Will you partner with Pre-Born! in their mission to glorify Jesus Christ by leading and equipping p...

On today’s show, Brian and Aubrey shared how you can save babies and souls by making a gift to Pre-Born! Scott Wilder from Pre-Born! joined them to explain how God is at work through their ministry and how an ultrasound helps a mother see the truth of the baby that is growing inside her.  Will you partner with Pre-Born! in their mission to glorify Jesus Christ by leading and equipping p...

(00:00-7:34): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on a tweet from Beth Moore, “I grow increasingly concerned that we have a massive population of people who have placed their faith in Christianity rather than Christ. And an odd concoction of Christianity at that. Faith in Christianity is utterly bereft of power to save a single soul. Jesus saves.”  (7:34-27:48): Lisa Harper, Sp...

(00:00-7:41): Brian and Aubrey commented on Joshua Zitser’s Business Insider article, “Texas megachurch preacher and Trump devotee says there is no 'credible religious argument' against COVID-19 vaccines.”   (7:41-23:56): Antonio Sabato Jr., Actor, Producer, Director & President of Trail Blazers Pictures, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the new movie, God’s N...

(00:00-7:23): Why are some Americans choosing to stay in Afghanistan? Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed Jen Oshman’s Gospel Coalition article, “The Americans Staying in Afghanistan.”   (7:23-16:40): Kate Shellnutt, Senior News Editor for Christianity Today joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her articles, “Colorado Christian School Faces Shutdown Threa...

(00:00-9:38): Brian and Aubrey discussed Matt Henslee’s Lifeway Research article, “Comfort for the Ghosted Pastor.” (9:38-27:20): Kevin Halloran, Author of, “When Prayer Is a Struggle: A Practical Guide for Overcoming Obstacles in Prayer,” joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about his book and his Gospel Coalition article, “How the Lord’s Prayer Can Help You O...

(00:00-7:59): Brian and Aubrey celebrated the reopening of Broadway and honored the life of comedian Norm MacDonald . (7:59-17:52): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Will Feuer’s New York Post article, “Facebook knows Instagram hurts teen girls but publicly downplays concerns: report.” (17:52-35:14): Drew Jackson, Founding Pastor of Hope East Village in New York City, joi...

(00:00-9:19): Brian and Aubrey talked about hypocrisy and reacted to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Met Gala dress. “AOC's "Tax The Rich Dress" – Ultimate Fashion Statement Or Display Of Hypocrisy.”   (9:19-27:12): Jayson Casper, Middle East Correspondent with Christianity Today , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about some of his recent articles: “Crusaders No M...

(00:00-8:18): Brian and Aubrey unpacked David French’s blog post at The French Press, “The American Crisis of Selective Empathy.” (8:18-16:18): Nathan White, Director of External Engagement at World Relief Chicagoland , joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about the ways World Relief is helping refugees from Afghanistan. Learn more about supporting the work of World Relief Chicagoland...

(00:00-8:59): Aubrey welcomed guest co-host Catherine McNiel, Author of “All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God’s Presence in His Messy, Abundant World” and “Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline.” Aubrey and Catherine talked about a tweet from Catherine about spiritual formation. Learn more about Catherine and her books at catherinemcniel.com a...

(00:00-10:43): How can we respond to COVID-19 related disagreements with empathy and civility? Brian and Aubrey discussed this and commented on the following news stories: “Pro-mask student mocked at school board meeting after describing how his grandmother died of Covid” “‘Pan-dimwits’: Jimmy Kimmel says the unvaxxed don’t deserve ICU beds”   (10:43-...

(00:00-7:02): Brian unpacked Michael Foust’s Christian Headlines article, “Biden Says He Doesn't Believe Life Begins at Conception, Labels Texas Law 'Almost Un-American.'” He also commented on Rep. Jim Jordan’s tweet, “Real America is done with #COVID19. God bless!”   (7:02-24:22): Becky Murray, Founder of the global missions organization, One by One and Co...

(00:00-9:29): Today is book launch day for Aubrey Sampson! She and Brian talked about her new book “Known: How Believing Who God Says You Are Changes Everything” (9:29-17:05): The Texas abortion law continues to make news. David French says “The Pro-Life Movement Must Transcend Politics.” Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction. (17:05-25:52): College football player McKenzi...

(00:00-8:44): Brian and Aubrey talked about SB 818 and how it will impact Illinois families.  “Sex Education Opt Out for Students” (8:44-17:28):Omayra Font, Host of the Mujer podcast and Pastor of Fuente de Agua Viva churches in Puerto Rico and Orlando, Florida, joined Brian and Aubrey to talk about her new book, “A Dream Worth Pursuing: Find Your Value and Fulfill Your God-...

(00:00-9:01): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on the Texas abortion law and discussed the following news stories: “Texas Law Banning 85 Percent of Abortions Takes Effect: 'It's Time to Build a Culture of Life'” “Is the Texas ‘Heartbeat Bill’ the End of Roe v. Wade?” (9:01-25:34): Bob Smietana, veteran religion writer and National Reporter for Religion New...

(00:00-9:06): Why is 2021 the year of the “Great Resignation?” Brian and Aubrey talked about this and discussed the following articles:  “The ‘Great Resignation’ is likely to continue, as 55% of Americans anticipate looking for a new job” “The No. 1 reason people want to change careers is better work-life balance. How to make the switch” (9:06-2...

(00:00-8:16): Brian and Aubrey commented on Governor Pritzker’s Illinois Mask Mandate . They also talked about how they’re addressing the mask mandate at their churches. (8:16-17:51): Sarah Zylstra, Senior Writer & Faith-and-Work Editor for The Gospel Coalition and Coauthor of “Gospelbound: Living with Resolute Hope in an Anxious Age,” joined Brian and Aubrey to chat ab...

(00:00-9:18): Brian and Aubrey honored the service members who died in the Kabul attack.  “What we know about the 13 U.S. service members killed in the Kabul attack.” “These are the US service members killed in the Kabul airport attack”     (9:18-27:44): Rev. Dr. Liz Rios, Founder and President of Passion2Plant and Senior Consultant for Freedom Road, LLC...