As cold, dark November weather sets in, Brian From admits his least favorite part of every election: the flood of social media gloating and lamenting afterward, which has him logging off for the week. He turns to a more serious result, the abortion measures on several state ballots, where pro-choice measures largely won in Virginia, Nevada, and Missouri, and repeats that protecting life is ultimately a heart and church issue, not just a policy fight. Drawing on ESPN’s Nick Saban documentary, in which the legendary coach asked “Is this all there is?” after winning a national title, Brian connects that emptiness to Ecclesiastes and our need for the eternal. As his youngest daughter visits colleges, he reflects on trusting God through seasons of uncertainty. He walks through Luke 15’s parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son, highlighting a Father full of grace toward both sons. He closes with a Charles Stanley devotional on the peace with God that is found not in the absence of conflict, but in God’s presence.

As cold, dark November weather sets in, Brian From admits his least favorite part of every election: the flood of social media gloating and lamenting afterward, which has him logging off for the week. He turns to a more serious result, the abortion measures on several state ballots, where pro-choice measures largely won in Virginia, Nevada, and Missouri, and repeats that protecting life is ultimately a heart and church issue, not just a policy fight. Drawing on ESPN&rsquo;s Nick Saban documentary, in which the legendary coach asked &ldquo;Is this all there is?&rdquo; after winning a national title, Brian connects that emptiness to Ecclesiastes and our need for the eternal. As his youngest daughter visits colleges, he reflects on trusting God through seasons of uncertainty. He walks through Luke 15&rsquo;s parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son, highlighting a Father full of grace toward both sons. He closes with a Charles Stanley devotional on the peace with God that is found not in the absence of conflict, but in God&rsquo;s presence.

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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Even Nick Saban Once Asked ‘Is This All There Is?’ and Only the Eternal Can Answer

With seven new movies hitting theaters, Adam Holz of Plugged In joins Brian From for a rapid-fire guide. He starts with Drummer Boy, an Angel Studios Civil War drama starring Joel Smallbone of for KING & COUNTRY, about two brothers fighting on opposite sides, with themes of faith, forgiveness, and family. For families, there’s a new animated The Cat in the Hat, though Adam warns that its monster may be too scary for very young children. For grown-ups, I Play Rocky tells the underdog story of Sylvester Stallone fighting to make his iconic film, and a new Jimmy Stewart biopic explores the actor’s World War II service and his comeback with It’s a Wonderful Life. Adam also describes Godzilla Minus Zero, the franchise’s first R-rated entry and possibly its best, but also its most violent, and explains the original film’s roots as an allegory for the nuclear devastation of Japan.

With seven new movies hitting theaters, Adam Holz of Plugged In joins Brian From for a rapid-fire guide. He starts with Drummer Boy, an Angel Studios Civil War drama starring Joel Smallbone of for KING &amp; COUNTRY, about two brothers fighting on opposite sides, with themes of faith, forgiveness, and family. For families, there&rsquo;s a new animated The Cat in the Hat, though Adam warns that its monster may be too scary for very young children. For grown-ups, I Play Rocky tells the underdog story of Sylvester Stallone fighting to make his iconic film, and a new Jimmy Stewart biopic explores the actor&rsquo;s World War II service and his comeback with It&rsquo;s a Wonderful Life. Adam also describes Godzilla Minus Zero, the franchise&rsquo;s first R-rated entry and possibly its best, but also its most violent, and explains the original film&rsquo;s roots as an allegory for the nuclear devastation of Japan.

Plugged In’s Adam Holz Sorts Through a Packed Weekend at the Movies, from Drummer Boy to Godzilla

Brian From talks with author David Housholder about his new devotional, 365 Greek Words Every Christian Should Know. David, who spent seven years as a research assistant to Frederick Danker on the standard New Testament Greek lexicon (BDAG), explains why he wanted to give everyday believers access to the original language. Each daily entry offers a Greek word, an easy pronunciation, a Bible verse, historical background, a devotional, and a prayer, with no experience needed. Using basileia, “kingdom,” as an example, he shows how Greek enriches our understanding of God’s reign breaking into everyday life, not just a place we go after death. David explains the difference between Koine and modern Greek, encourages listeners that this is the “golden age of Bible study” for ordinary people, and describes his “what and so what” approach: understand what the original author meant, then apply it faithfully. He also offers encouragement to Brian’s son, who is taking Greek 101 in college.

Brian From talks with author David Housholder about his new devotional, 365 Greek Words Every Christian Should Know. David, who spent seven years as a research assistant to Frederick Danker on the standard New Testament Greek lexicon (BDAG), explains why he wanted to give everyday believers access to the original language. Each daily entry offers a Greek word, an easy pronunciation, a Bible verse, historical background, a devotional, and a prayer, with no experience needed. Using basileia, &ldquo;kingdom,&rdquo; as an example, he shows how Greek enriches our understanding of God&rsquo;s reign breaking into everyday life, not just a place we go after death. David explains the difference between Koine and modern Greek, encourages listeners that this is the &ldquo;golden age of Bible study&rdquo; for ordinary people, and describes his &ldquo;what and so what&rdquo; approach: understand what the original author meant, then apply it faithfully. He also offers encouragement to Brian&rsquo;s son, who is taking Greek 101 in college.

David Housholder Opens the Greek New Testament to Everyday Believers, One Word a Day

Brian From reflects on the cultural shifts following Tuesday’s election, including a viral video of young women cheering that “abortion is so back” at a Georgia election night party, and West Hollywood allowing multi-partner relationships to register as domestic partners. Rather than despairing, he calls the church to roll up its sleeves, support pregnancy centers, and speak hope through the gospel. He shares Russell Moore’s essay on why he’s still a Christian, and two heartwarming stories: a 97-year-old who passed away at his birthday party after dancing to “Stayin’ Alive,” and a Texas school custodian who wept when her district named a new elementary school after her. Brian celebrates Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell’s encouraging recovery update and his testimony that his faith has never been stronger. In the second hour, he shares a message on finding our identity in Christ rather than our accomplishments, discusses a Gallup poll showing a sharp drop in well-being among adults under 30, and shares a Gospel Coalition piece on why the gospel changes the heart rather than grading our performance. He closes with David Platt’s call to remember and pray for persecuted believers in North Korea.

Brian From reflects on the cultural shifts following Tuesday&rsquo;s election, including a viral video of young women cheering that &ldquo;abortion is so back&rdquo; at a Georgia election night party, and West Hollywood allowing multi-partner relationships to register as domestic partners. Rather than despairing, he calls the church to roll up its sleeves, support pregnancy centers, and speak hope through the gospel. He shares Russell Moore&rsquo;s essay on why he&rsquo;s still a Christian, and two heartwarming stories: a 97-year-old who passed away at his birthday party after dancing to &ldquo;Stayin&rsquo; Alive,&rdquo; and a Texas school custodian who wept when her district named a new elementary school after her. Brian celebrates Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell&rsquo;s encouraging recovery update and his testimony that his faith has never been stronger. In the second hour, he shares a message on finding our identity in Christ rather than our accomplishments, discusses a Gallup poll showing a sharp drop in well-being among adults under 30, and shares a Gospel Coalition piece on why the gospel changes the heart rather than grading our performance. He closes with David Platt&rsquo;s call to remember and pray for persecuted believers in North Korea.

Even Nick Saban Once Asked ‘Is This All There Is?’ and Only the Eternal Can Answer

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