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.

The Common Good Podcast

The Common Good

Jackson Terkerst, author of "The Only Way Forward Is Back"

Brian From talks with Jon Jorgenson, associate pastor of Soul City Church, about his unexpected journey from acting and musical theater to pastoral ministry. Jon shares how authentic community, discipleship, and a hunger for God’s presence shaped both his calling and the culture of Soul City in Chicago’s West Loop. Together they reflect on what God is doing in the city today—highlighting a growing desire not for celebrity Christianity, but for real encounter and transformed lives.

Brian From talks with Jon Jorgenson, associate pastor of Soul City Church, about his unexpected journey from acting and musical theater to pastoral ministry. Jon shares how authentic community, discipleship, and a hunger for God&rsquo;s presence shaped both his calling and the culture of Soul City in Chicago&rsquo;s West Loop. Together they reflect on what God is doing in the city today&mdash;highlighting a growing desire not for celebrity Christianity, but for real encounter and transformed lives.

From Broadway Dreams to Shepherding Souls: Jon Jorgenson on Pastoring in Chicago

Brian From reflects on the joy of a classic snow day, celebrates Team USA’s Winter Olympic success, and wrestles with a cultural shift toward radical self-focus and independence. He shares a moving meditation on Christian funerals after attending the service of a young mother, exploring how believers hold grief and resurrection hope in tension. Brian also challenges listeners to break out of the “Christian bubble,” embrace their God-given calling like Bezalel, and live on mission with clarity, courage, and kingdom purpose.

Brian From reflects on the joy of a classic snow day, celebrates Team USA&rsquo;s Winter Olympic success, and wrestles with a cultural shift toward radical self-focus and independence. He shares a moving meditation on Christian funerals after attending the service of a young mother, exploring how believers hold grief and resurrection hope in tension. Brian also challenges listeners to break out of the &ldquo;Christian bubble,&rdquo; embrace their God-given calling like Bezalel, and live on mission with clarity, courage, and kingdom purpose.

Snow Days, Eternal Hope, and Living on Mission

Brian From talks with Bill Arbuckle of Focus on the Family about practical ways couples can strengthen their marriages in the year ahead. From responding to small “bids for connection” to prioritizing regular date nights and addressing deeper wounds with forgiveness and support, Bill shares simple but powerful habits that build lasting intimacy. The conversation also tackles the rise of “gray divorce” and reminds listeners that healthy marriages require ongoing intentionality, no matter how many years you’ve been together.

Brian From talks with Bill Arbuckle of Focus on the Family about practical ways couples can strengthen their marriages in the year ahead. From responding to small &ldquo;bids for connection&rdquo; to prioritizing regular date nights and addressing deeper wounds with forgiveness and support, Bill shares simple but powerful habits that build lasting intimacy. The conversation also tackles the rise of &ldquo;gray divorce&rdquo; and reminds listeners that healthy marriages require ongoing intentionality, no matter how many years you&rsquo;ve been together.

Jackson Terkerst, author of "The Only Way Forward Is Back"

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