Brian and Aubrey discuss data presented by religion researcher Ryan Burge: "Religion in the 21st Century America has become an enclave for people who have done everything 'right.' They have college degrees and marriages and children and middle-class incomes. For those who don’t check all those boxes, religion is just not for them." Then, a new proposed law regarding 'hate speech' in Michigan, and an interview with Stephanie Davis of the Miracle League--an organization which empowers individuals of all abilities to play baseball.

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Brian and Aubrey discuss data presented by religion researcher Ryan Burge: "Religion in the 21st Century America has become an enclave for people who have done everything 'right.' They have college degrees and marriages and children and middle-class incomes. For those who don’t check all those boxes, religion is just not for them." Then, a new proposed law regarding 'hate speech' in Michigan, and an interview with Stephanie Davis of the Miracle League--an organization which empowers individuals of all abilities to play baseball.
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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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Owen Strachan on X: "MacArthur: "I realize I'm on the last lap." Wow. I'm not able to be at ShepCon this year, sadly, but this word from John MacArthur in the twilight of his life hit me hard. Grace and peace to this lion of the faith."

Bills QB Josh Allen gets new deal with reported record $250 million guaranteed

Turned down by state, Oklahoma schools chief is out to raise funds for Trump-endorsed Bibles

Rich Villodas on X: "In Matthew 5, when Jesus addresses anger in The Sermon on the Mount, he takes us to a worship gathering, not a therapy session. His point is clear: We can’t separate love of God from love of neighbor. #TheNarrowPath https://t.co/YSEVL5vqqY"

Where Do I Belong? Teaching Children Where True Worth Is Found

<a href="https://x.com/Mediaite/status/1898502477797884379">&nbsp;"'This is Disgusting!' Conservatives Shred UFC's Dana White for Warm Welcome of Accused Trafficker Andrew Tate to Vegas Event: 'Sick Over This'</a>
<a href="https://x.com/fasc1nate/status/1898788383083712720">Fascinating on X: "Legendary basketball player Wilt Chamberlain was renowned not only for his remarkable achievements on the court but also for his reputation off it, particularly in matters of personal relationships. Over his sixty-three years, Chamberlain reportedly engaged in intimate relations https://t.co/i5jXEZ6H6d"</a>
<a href="https://x.com/ostrachan/status/1898219517903319107">Owen Strachan on X: "MacArthur: "I realize I'm on the last lap." Wow. I'm not able to be at ShepCon this year, sadly, but this word from John MacArthur in the twilight of his life hit me hard. Grace and peace to this lion of the faith."</a>
<a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/nfl/bills-qb-josh-allen-gets-new-deal-reported-record-250-million-guarante-rcna195564">Bills QB Josh Allen gets new deal with reported record $250 million guaranteed</a>
<a href="https://religionnews.com/2025/03/07/shut-down-by-state-oklahoma-schools-chief-is-out-to-raise-funds-for-trump-endorsed-bibles/">Turned down by state, Oklahoma schools chief is out to raise funds for Trump-endorsed Bibles</a>
<a href="https://x.com/richvillodas/status/1898876379686416601">Rich Villodas on X: "In Matthew 5, when Jesus addresses anger in The Sermon on the Mount, he takes us to a worship gathering, not a therapy session. His point is clear: We can&rsquo;t separate love of God from love of neighbor. #TheNarrowPath https://t.co/YSEVL5vqqY"</a>
<a href="https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/where-belong-children/">Where Do I Belong? Teaching Children Where True Worth Is Found</a>

Do We Really Believe Character Matters?

Adam Holz, Director of Plugged In

MrBeast is the world’s top YouTuber with an $85 million empire—but he says the average person ‘would be miserable’ living his life

Jesus: Trustworthy Leader for a Gen Z Skeptic

1 Thessalonians 5:13-15 NIV - Hold them in the highest regard in love

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<a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Thessalonians%205%3A13-15&amp;version=NIV">1 Thessalonians 5:13-15 NIV - Hold them in the highest regard in love</a>

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