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We were joined by author and political scientist, David Koyzis. He was here to discuss the events at the Capitol yesterday, and provide some perspective on how to bring unity to the United States.

We were joined by author and political scientist, <a href="https://twitter.com/dtkoyzis?lang=en">David Koyzis</a>. He was here to discuss the events at the Capitol yesterday, and provide some perspective on how to bring unity to the United States.

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, Political Scientist and Author - Response to the Siege on the US Capitol - January 7, 2021

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(00:00-09:25): Will Donald Trump be charged for mishandling classified documents? David French thinks the DOJ should look at intent, the same way they did with Hillary Clinton.

(09:25-20:33): What is 'quiet quitting'? Brian and Aubrey talked about whether the new trend is a good way to balance work and real life, or just another sign of millennials being lazy.

(20:33-27:08): Tish Harrison Warren wrote in the New York Times, The God I Know Is Not a Culture Warrior. Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction.

(27:08-38:05): There is a trend, especially among younger generations, of people who are saying goodbye to the local church. Some of it has been driven by COVID, but some has also been in the works for years. Brian and Aubrey shared five reasons to not give up on the church.

(38:05-46:33): Even if your child stays with the church, that doesn’t always mean they are getting the right message. Brian and Aubrey talked about how to avoid negative Christianity.

(46:33-54:39): Brian and Aubrey wrapped up a heavy show by sharing some positive news stories.

(00:00-09:25): Will Donald Trump be charged for mishandling classified documents? <a href="https://frenchpress.thedispatch.com/p/apply-the-hillary-clinton-rule-to?fbclid=IwAR1JUlacx1QsySfoIo-f1Q-NIQUUkb7VpeOFm5HBE5VD5uBsyEYojFPFkKA&amp;triedSigningIn=true">David French thinks the DOJ should look at intent, the same way they did with Hillary Clinton</a>.
(09:25-20:33): <a href="https://www.today.com/video/what-is-quiet-quitting-inside-the-viral-trend-sparking-controversy-146188357688">What is 'quiet quitting'?</a> Brian and Aubrey talked about whether the new trend is a good way to balance work and real life, or just another sign of millennials being lazy.
(20:33-27:08): Tish Harrison Warren wrote in the New York Times, <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/14/opinion/god-culture-war-politics.html">The God I Know Is Not a Culture Warrior</a>. Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction.
(27:08-38:05): There is a trend, especially among younger generations, of people who are saying goodbye to the local church. Some of it has been driven by COVID, but some has also been in the works for years. Brian and Aubrey shared <a href="https://relevantmagazine.com/faith/5-reasons-to-not-give-up-on-church/">five reasons to not give up on the church</a>.
(38:05-46:33): Even if your child stays with the church, that doesn’t always mean they are getting the right message. Brian and Aubrey talked about <a href="https://churchleaders.com/children/childrens-ministry-articles/399920-helping-your-kids-avoid-negative-christianity.html">how to avoid negative Christianity</a>.
(46:33-54:39): Brian and Aubrey wrapped up a heavy show by sharing some positive news stories.

How to avoid negative Christianity. Plus, why you should not give up on church.

(00:00-11:17): Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick told a rally that the US Constitution was written by God. Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on mixing politics and religion. 

(11:17-21:50): Kyle J. Howard posted on Twitter: "Today is Sunday, the day you used to look forward to going to church. Now, it is really hard for you to get out of bed, or to even look at a Bible. The place you thought was the safest turned out to be the most unsafe. Dear person, God is not disappointed in you right now." Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction.

(21:50-30:37): What makes people go from being a church visitor to a church member? What keeps them from staying?

(30:37-40:48): This week marks one year since the US left Afghanistan. Brian and Aubrey talked about how quickly time passes and how important it is to remember the people still suffering over there.

(40:48-52:36): What is a parenting thing you swore you would never do that you ended up doing anyway?

(52:36-1:01:28): Nona Jones wrote about overcoming fear of what other people think

(00:00-11:17): <a href="https://twitter.com/RightWingWatch/status/1558110314599694336">Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick told a rally that the US Constitution was written by God</a>. Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on mixing politics and religion. 
(11:17-21:50): <a href="https://twitter.com/kylejameshoward/status/1558802979431538688?s=11&amp;t=Di60nEzLJX67M-_eMSN1LQ">Kyle J. Howard posted on Twitter</a>: "Today is Sunday, the day you used to look forward to going to church. Now, it is really hard for you to get out of bed, or to even look at a Bible. The place you thought was the safest turned out to be the most unsafe. Dear person, God is not disappointed in you right now." Brian and Aubrey shared their reaction.
(21:50-30:37): <a href="https://churchanswers.com/blog/top-ten-post-pandemic-reasons-guests-do-not-return-to-your-church/">What makes people go from being a church visitor to a church member?</a> What keeps them from staying?
(30:37-40:48): <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2022/08/15/afghanistan-us-legacy-failures-one-year-later/">This week marks one year since the US left Afghanistan</a>. Brian and Aubrey talked about how quickly time passes and how important it is to remember the people still suffering over there.
(40:48-52:36): What is a parenting thing you swore you would never do that you ended up doing anyway?
(52:36-1:01:28): Nona Jones wrote about overcoming fear of what other people think

Was the US Constitution written by God?

Scientists might be bringing back the Woolly Mammoth. Brian and Aubrey talked about what animals they'd like to replace it on the extinct list.

Scientists might be bringing back the Woolly Mammoth. Brian and Aubrey talked about what animals they'd like to replace it on the extinct list.

Guest: David Koyzis, Political Scientist and Author - Response to the Siege on the US Capitol - January 7, 2021

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