We were joined by Dr. David Koyzis to discuss his book “Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies - 2nd Edition”. In this freshly updated, comprehensive study, he surveys the key political ideologies of our era, including liberalism, conservatism, nationalism, democracy, and socialism. Should people pledge allegiance to anything or anyone other than Jesus?

We were joined by <a href="https://www.ivpress.com/david-t-koyzis">Dr. David Koyzis</a> to discuss his book &ldquo;<a href="https://www.ivpress.com/political-visions-illusions">Political Visions &amp; Illusions: A Survey &amp; Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies - 2nd Edition</a>&rdquo;. In this freshly updated, comprehensive study, he surveys the key political ideologies of our era, including liberalism, conservatism, nationalism, democracy, and socialism. Should people pledge allegiance to anything or anyone other than Jesus?

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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Guest: David Koyzis, Author - Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies - September 2, 2020

A Virginia megachurch made headlines for all the right reasons — and Brian Fromm wants to make sure you heard about it. Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria raised over a million dollars through its Easter offering and used every penny to stop the eviction of 338 families in public housing. That's the church being the church. From there, Brian reflects on the Sunday after Easter and why every Sunday — not just one day in April — is Resurrection Sunday. He also draws some unexpected life lessons from Rory McIlroy's Masters victory, looks at what it practically means to raise children who love the church, and weighs in on a Truth Social post from President Trump that Brian believes every Christian — regardless of politics — should be uncomfortable with. Plus, a brief but powerful dive into one of the shortest books in the Bible: Philemon, and why its one-chapter story of a runaway slave carries the full weight of the gospel.

A Virginia megachurch made headlines for all the right reasons &mdash; and Brian Fromm wants to make sure you heard about it. Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria raised over a million dollars through its Easter offering and used every penny to stop the eviction of 338 families in public housing. That's the church being the church. From there, Brian reflects on the Sunday after Easter and why every Sunday &mdash; not just one day in April &mdash; is Resurrection Sunday. He also draws some unexpected life lessons from Rory McIlroy's Masters victory, looks at what it practically means to raise children who love the church, and weighs in on a Truth Social post from President Trump that Brian believes every Christian &mdash; regardless of politics &mdash; should be uncomfortable with. Plus, a brief but powerful dive into one of the shortest books in the Bible: Philemon, and why its one-chapter story of a runaway slave carries the full weight of the gospel.

The Church Making a Difference

What if the child doctors told you to let go became the greatest teacher of your life? Brian From sits down with Ken and Mary Sue Grein, whose son Jacob defied every medical expectation — living 37 remarkable years despite cerebral palsy, deafness, a kidney transplant, and a lifetime of physical challenges. Far from a story of hardship, Jacob's life was defined by joy, humor, and a remarkable ability to draw out the best in everyone he met. Ken and Mary Sue share how Jacob transformed their family, shaped their three other children, and pointed them all toward a deeper faith. They also discuss the upcoming film adaptation of Jacob's life and where you can find his story today. If you're carrying something heavy right now, this conversation is for you.

What if the child doctors told you to let go became the greatest teacher of your life? Brian From sits down with Ken and Mary Sue Grein, whose son Jacob defied every medical expectation &mdash; living 37 remarkable years despite cerebral palsy, deafness, a kidney transplant, and a lifetime of physical challenges. Far from a story of hardship, Jacob's life was defined by joy, humor, and a remarkable ability to draw out the best in everyone he met. Ken and Mary Sue share how Jacob transformed their family, shaped their three other children, and pointed them all toward a deeper faith. They also discuss the upcoming film adaptation of Jacob's life and where you can find his story today. If you're carrying something heavy right now, this conversation is for you.

Jacob's Story: Finding Joy in the Midst of Suffering with Ken and Mary Sue Grein

Financial anxiety, a $100 million church renovation, and Joel Osteen's mansion — Brian opens the show with some honest questions about money, contentment, and whether our attitudes toward both line up with the posture of Jesus. Then, a disturbing story from one of the country's largest school districts, where teachers may be keeping parents in the dark about their children's gender transitions. Plus: the fascinating differences of Gen Z, including why nearly half of them report feeling anxious all the time. Brian closes with a convicting list from pastor JD Greer — five subtle symptoms of a spiritual heart condition — and a challenge to stop hiding behind correct doctrine and a busy calendar, and return to your first love.

Financial anxiety, a $100 million church renovation, and Joel Osteen's mansion &mdash; Brian opens the show with some honest questions about money, contentment, and whether our attitudes toward both line up with the posture of Jesus. Then, a disturbing story from one of the country's largest school districts, where teachers may be keeping parents in the dark about their children's gender transitions. Plus: the fascinating differences of Gen Z, including why nearly half of them report feeling anxious all the time. Brian closes with a convicting list from pastor JD Greer &mdash; five subtle symptoms of a spiritual heart condition &mdash; and a challenge to stop hiding behind correct doctrine and a busy calendar, and return to your first love.

Guest: David Koyzis, Author - Political Visions & Illusions: A Survey & Christian Critique of Contemporary Ideologies - September 2, 2020

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