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.

The Common Good Podcast

The Common Good

Doug Jacoby talks about his new book "Amen and Amen"

Brian From talks with Pastor Matt Hoffmann of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and School in Park Ridge about ministry, leadership, and loving a local community well. Matt shares how a Christian school opens doors for gospel-centered relationships, why he serves as a police chaplain, and what it looks like to walk alongside people in moments of crisis. Joined by Associate Pastor Ethan Luft, the conversation closes with a grounded word of hope for listeners navigating suffering, reminding them that God is present and at work even in the hardest seasons.

Brian From talks with Pastor Matt Hoffmann of St. Andrew&rsquo;s Lutheran Church and School in Park Ridge about ministry, leadership, and loving a local community well. Matt shares how a Christian school opens doors for gospel-centered relationships, why he serves as a police chaplain, and what it looks like to walk alongside people in moments of crisis. Joined by Associate Pastor Ethan Luft, the conversation closes with a grounded word of hope for listeners navigating suffering, reminding them that God is present and at work even in the hardest seasons.

Serving Church and Community: Faith, Education, and Hope in Park Ridge with Matt Hoffmann

Brian From talks with author David McIver about his book Looking for the One and why so many Christians long to share their faith but feel hesitant or unprepared. David shares powerful, ordinary stories of listening to the Holy Spirit, recognizing who Jesus is already pursuing, and discovering that evangelism is something God wants to do through us—not something we perform for Him. The conversation reframes faith-sharing as relational, Spirit-led, and deeply rooted in identity as beloved children of God.

Brian From talks with author David McIver about his book Looking for the One and why so many Christians long to share their faith but feel hesitant or unprepared. David shares powerful, ordinary stories of listening to the Holy Spirit, recognizing who Jesus is already pursuing, and discovering that evangelism is something God wants to do through us&mdash;not something we perform for Him. The conversation reframes faith-sharing as relational, Spirit-led, and deeply rooted in identity as beloved children of God.

Looking for the One: Seeing People Through the Eyes of Jesus with David McIver

Brian From is joined by Adam Holz from Plugged In to talk about the January “dead zone” at the movies and why so many big releases feel absent right now. They dive into the Netflix-only crime thriller The Rip, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, discussing what parents should know—especially its extreme and distracting level of profanity. The conversation also explores the bigger shift of major Hollywood stars moving to streaming platforms and what that means for movies, storytelling, and family viewing choices.

Brian From is joined by Adam Holz from Plugged In to talk about the January &ldquo;dead zone&rdquo; at the movies and why so many big releases feel absent right now. They dive into the Netflix-only crime thriller The Rip, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, discussing what parents should know&mdash;especially its extreme and distracting level of profanity. The conversation also explores the bigger shift of major Hollywood stars moving to streaming platforms and what that means for movies, storytelling, and family viewing choices.

Doug Jacoby talks about his new book "Amen and Amen"

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