Brian From talks with pastor and Belonging author Bill Calvin about why people don’t stay in churches for programs or preaching—but because they find real relationships. Drawing on 46 years of ministry, Bill shares practical wisdom on hospitality, shared meals, and creating environments where people belong before they believe. The conversation offers hope both for church leaders seeking to foster deeper community and for listeners who feel lonely, reminding them that helping others belong is often the first step toward finding belonging themselves.

Brian From talks with pastor and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ecampus.com/belonging-helping-people-feel-like-family/bk/9798317812997">Belonging</a> author Bill Calvin about why people don&rsquo;t stay in churches for programs or preaching&mdash;but because they find real relationships. Drawing on 46 years of ministry, Bill shares practical wisdom on hospitality, shared meals, and creating environments where people belong before they believe. The conversation offers hope both for church leaders seeking to foster deeper community and for listeners who feel lonely, reminding them that helping others belong is often the first step toward finding belonging themselves.

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 chance to create common good, by following after Jesus. Brian welcome listeners to join them in these conversations, to bring their own questions, hopes, and struggles, and to ultimately share in a journey to see God’s design for all of us fulfilled.

The idea of &ldquo;the common good&rdquo; has a rich history within the Christian church. It&rsquo;s the notion that, as we pursue Jesus in our lives and in the lives of others, we are fulfilling God&rsquo;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 chance to create common good, by following after Jesus. Brian welcome listeners to join them in these conversations, to bring their own questions, hopes, and struggles, and to ultimately share in a journey to see God&rsquo;s design for all of us fulfilled.

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Belonging Before Believing: Building Churches Where People Feel Like Family with Bill Calvin

Brian From is joined by Caitlin Connors of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America for a clear, timely conversation on the Hyde Amendment and its role in current health care negotiations in Washington. Caitlin explains why Hyde remains a cornerstone of the pro-life movement, what recent comments from the Trump administration mean politically, and why taxpayer funding of abortion remains a central issue for both parties. The discussion also unpacks the realities of the post-Roe landscape, showing why the abortion debate has intensified—not faded—and what listeners can do to engage thoughtfully and responsibly.

Brian From is joined by Caitlin Connors of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America for a clear, timely conversation on the Hyde Amendment and its role in current health care negotiations in Washington. Caitlin explains why Hyde remains a cornerstone of the pro-life movement, what recent comments from the Trump administration mean politically, and why taxpayer funding of abortion remains a central issue for both parties. The discussion also unpacks the realities of the post-Roe landscape, showing why the abortion debate has intensified&mdash;not faded&mdash;and what listeners can do to engage thoughtfully and responsibly.

The Hyde Amendment, Health Care, and the Post-Roe Abortion Debate with Caitlin Connors

Brian From reflects on a tragic shooting in Minneapolis and the need to recover compassion and lament before rushing to political conclusions. The episode also explores the covenant nature of marriage, the surprising benefits of rest and afternoon naps, and why Sabbath matters in an exhausted culture. Brian closes with a deeply personal reflection on resentment and bitterness, challenging listeners to honestly confront unresolved hurt and pursue healing rather than letting pain quietly take root.

NYT article about husband feeling sorry for wife grieving affair 

Afternoon naps are good for your brain — here’s how, and 4 ways to get the most out of it 

Josh Barzon on X: "The Rise & Fall of “Elephant Room”" / X 

Brian From reflects on a tragic shooting in Minneapolis and the need to recover compassion and lament before rushing to political conclusions. The episode also explores the covenant nature of marriage, the surprising benefits of rest and afternoon naps, and why Sabbath matters in an exhausted culture. Brian closes with a deeply personal reflection on resentment and bitterness, challenging listeners to honestly confront unresolved hurt and pursue healing rather than letting pain quietly take root.
<a href="https://nypost.com/2026/01/25/lifestyle/nyt-article-about-husband-feeling-sorry-for-wife-grieving-affair/">NYT article about husband feeling sorry for wife grieving affair</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://nypost.com/2026/01/25/health/afternoon-naps-are-good-for-your-brain-heres-how-and-4-ways-to-get-the-most-out-of-it/">Afternoon naps are good for your brain &mdash; here&rsquo;s how, and 4 ways to get the most out of it</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://x.com/JoshuaBarzon/status/2014339049406836931">Josh Barzon on X: "The Rise &amp; Fall of &ldquo;Elephant Room&rdquo;" / X</a>&nbsp;

Lament, Marriage, Rest, and Letting Go of Bitterness

Brian From is joined by Rhonda Robinson, writer and editor at Focus on the Family, for a thoughtful conversation about the growing popularity—and hidden complexity—of at-home DNA tests. Drawing from her own adoption story, Rhonda shares how discovering biological connections can reshape identity, reopen wounds, and surface stories families may not be prepared to navigate. Together, they explore why curiosity about ancestry is deeply human, but why wisdom, discernment, and emotional readiness matter before sending off that DNA sample.

Brian From is joined by Rhonda Robinson, writer and editor at Focus on the Family, for a thoughtful conversation about the growing popularity&mdash;and hidden complexity&mdash;of at-home DNA tests. Drawing from her own adoption story, Rhonda shares how discovering biological connections can reshape identity, reopen wounds, and surface stories families may not be prepared to navigate. Together, they explore why curiosity about ancestry is deeply human, but why wisdom, discernment, and emotional readiness matter before sending off that DNA sample.

Belonging Before Believing: Building Churches Where People Feel Like Family with Bill Calvin

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