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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

Scientists Will Pay You $5,000 to Stay in Bed for 10 Days

The Gospel Coalition on X: "When the Paychecks Stop: Spiritual Care for the Unemployed" / X

Rich Villodas on X: "Jesus says, “let your yes be yes and no be no. Anything beyond this comes from the evil one.” It’s drastic language, but Jesus is fully aware of what lying & lack of integrity of speech does to us. #TheNarrowPath https://t.co/GGtjlnzBfZ" / X

The Unexpected Joy of Being Bad at Something

Research Is Showing That Being Chronically Online Is Making You Spiritually Numb

Greg Laurie on X: "You’ve probably heard someone say, “I don’t go to church because it’s full of hypocrites.” Ever heard that one? I sure have—more times than I can count. And honestly, I just want to say, “Come on, give me a break!” Let me ask you this: if you had a bad meal at a restaurant, https://t.co/ul8NBALO14" / X

<a href="https://relevantmagazine.com/current/buzzworthy/scientists-will-pay-you-5000-to-stay-in-bed-for-10-days/">Scientists Will Pay You $5,000 to Stay in Bed for 10 Days</a>
<a href="https://x.com/TGC/status/1904870831332737114">The Gospel Coalition on X: "When the Paychecks Stop: Spiritual Care for the Unemployed" / X</a>
<a href="https://x.com/richvillodas/status/1904636895654535204">Rich Villodas on X: "Jesus says, &ldquo;let your yes be yes and no be no. Anything beyond this comes from the evil one.&rdquo; It&rsquo;s drastic language, but Jesus is fully aware of what lying &amp; lack of integrity of speech does to us. #TheNarrowPath https://t.co/GGtjlnzBfZ" / X</a>
<a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/nz/blog/possibilitizing/202502/the-unexpected-joy-of-being-bad-at-something?ICID=ref_fark&amp;utm_source=substack&amp;utm_medium=email">The Unexpected Joy of Being Bad at Something</a>
<a href="https://relevantmagazine.com/faith/research-is-showing-that-being-chronically-online-is-making-you-spiritually-numb/">Research Is Showing That Being Chronically Online Is Making You Spiritually Numb</a>
<a href="https://x.com/greglaurie/status/1905231496748679485">Greg Laurie on X: "You&rsquo;ve probably heard someone say, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t go to church because it&rsquo;s full of hypocrites.&rdquo; Ever heard that one? I sure have&mdash;more times than I can count. And honestly, I just want to say, &ldquo;Come on, give me a break!&rdquo; Let me ask you this: if you had a bad meal at a restaurant, https://t.co/ul8NBALO14" / X</a>

The Value of Doing Things You're Bad At

Baseball was largely unchanged for more than a century — now MLB is trying to shake things up

Meet the Non-Christian Fans of The Chosen

Maybe You Don’t Need to Post That: A Theology of Private Faith

Greg Laurie on X: "You know, I’ve been preaching the Gospel for 55 years now — and I still never get tired of it. Why? Because the Gospel is not just a story, not just a philosophy; it’s power. Real power. The Apostle Paul called it “the power of God unto salvation to everyone who believes.” (Rom. https://t.co/rMaolJ37bv" / X

Joni and Friends on X: "If you are in pain today, fix your eyes on Jesus and step into everything he gained for you through his suffering—because of the joy set before him. #Joy #Rejoice https://t.co/ZxKcRnT1tU" / X

<a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/baseball/mlb-baseball-rule-changes-rcna194896">Baseball was largely unchanged for more than a century &mdash; now MLB is trying to shake things up</a>
<a href="https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/03/meet-the-non-christian-fans-of-the-chosen-season-five/">Meet the Non-Christian Fans of The Chosen</a>
<a href="https://relevantmagazine.com/faith/maybe-you-dont-need-to-post-that-a-theology-of-private-faith/">Maybe You Don&rsquo;t Need to Post That: A Theology of Private Faith</a>
<a href="https://x.com/greglaurie/status/1904862882212569481">Greg Laurie on X: "You know, I&rsquo;ve been preaching the Gospel for 55 years now &mdash; and I still never get tired of it. Why? Because the Gospel is not just a story, not just a philosophy; it&rsquo;s power. Real power. The Apostle Paul called it &ldquo;the power of God unto salvation to everyone who believes.&rdquo; (Rom. https://t.co/rMaolJ37bv" / X</a>
<a href="https://x.com/JoniandFriends/status/1903839908311228697">Joni and Friends on X: "If you are in pain today, fix your eyes on Jesus and step into everything he gained for you through his suffering&mdash;because of the joy set before him. #Joy #Rejoice https://t.co/ZxKcRnT1tU" / X</a>

Sometimes It's Hard To Make Changes

Willow Creek pastor Dave Dummitt to step down, Shawn Williams named successor

Plumbline Faith on X: "In the New Testament, “church” is not a meeting or a “service.” Nor is it a building, a staged event or spectator seating. Rather, it’s a local community of people who participate together in serving God, each other and a waiting world, through ministry one to another for" / X

Right Wing Watch on X: "If you give White House faith adviser Paula White $1,000 before Easter, she promises that you will receive "seven supernatural blessings.": "God will assign an angel to you ... He'll give you prosperity. He'll take sickness away from you. He will give you long life." https://t.co/eQRkuC9KtG" / X

Timothy Keller (1950-2023) on X: "It is because we have received radical spiritual generosity that we can be radically generous with those in need." / X

6 Simple Habits That Keep Christian Marriages Strong

<a href="https://religionnews.com/2025/03/23/willow-creek-pastor-dave-dummitt-to-step-down-shawn-williams-named-successor/">Willow Creek pastor Dave Dummitt to step down, Shawn Williams named successor</a>
<a href="https://x.com/PlumblineFaith/status/1903802617081565195">Plumbline Faith on X: "In the New Testament, &ldquo;church&rdquo; is not a meeting or a &ldquo;service.&rdquo; Nor is it a building, a staged event or spectator seating. Rather, it&rsquo;s a local community of people who participate together in serving God, each other and a waiting world, through ministry one to another for" / X</a>
<a href="https://x.com/RightWingWatch/status/1904177146936832225">Right Wing Watch on X: "If you give White House faith adviser Paula White $1,000 before Easter, she promises that you will receive "seven supernatural blessings.": "God will assign an angel to you ... He'll give you prosperity. He'll take sickness away from you. He will give you long life." https://t.co/eQRkuC9KtG" / X</a>
<a href="https://x.com/timkellernyc/status/1904466789372760241">Timothy Keller (1950-2023) on X: "It is because we have received radical spiritual generosity that we can be radically generous with those in need." / X</a>
<a href="https://relevantmagazine.com/life5/relationships/6-simple-habits-that-keep-christian-marriages-strong/">6 Simple Habits That Keep Christian Marriages Strong</a>

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

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