Kristen Lowry joined the show from live from Kenya

Kristen Lowry joined the show from live from Kenya

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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Kristen Lowry with Send Relief and Shelter Yetu

Brian From speaks with Focus on the Family issues analyst Zachary Mettler about a high-profile case involving an Indiana teacher who was fired after refusing to use students’ preferred pronouns for religious reasons. The teacher offered a compromise—addressing students by last names—but was dismissed and later won a $650,000 settlement after arguing his rights to religious freedom and free speech were violated. Their conversation explores what the case means for teachers, schools, and churches navigating the growing tensions around faith, speech, and gender identity.

Brian From speaks with Focus on the Family issues analyst Zachary Mettler about a high-profile case involving an Indiana teacher who was fired after refusing to use students&rsquo; preferred pronouns for religious reasons. The teacher offered a compromise&mdash;addressing students by last names&mdash;but was dismissed and later won a $650,000 settlement after arguing his rights to religious freedom and free speech were violated. Their conversation explores what the case means for teachers, schools, and churches navigating the growing tensions around faith, speech, and gender identity.

Teacher Wins $650K After Pronoun Dispute: A Religious Freedom Case with Zachary Mettler

Brian From is joined by Plugged In’s Adam Holz to break down Pixar’s new film Hoppers, a quirky animated adventure with an environmental message, some surprising intensity, and a premise that may be harder to love than most Pixar favorites. They also dive into Scream 7, reflecting on the franchise’s staying power, the nostalgia factor that keeps audiences coming back, and what it says about Hollywood’s love of sequels. Along the way, they explore why some stories still connect decades later—and why studios keep reviving familiar names when audiences keep buying tickets.

Brian From is joined by Plugged In&rsquo;s Adam Holz to break down Pixar&rsquo;s new film Hoppers, a quirky animated adventure with an environmental message, some surprising intensity, and a premise that may be harder to love than most Pixar favorites. They also dive into Scream 7, reflecting on the franchise&rsquo;s staying power, the nostalgia factor that keeps audiences coming back, and what it says about Hollywood&rsquo;s love of sequels. Along the way, they explore why some stories still connect decades later&mdash;and why studios keep reviving familiar names when audiences keep buying tickets.

Pixar’s Hoppers, Scream 7, and Why Hollywood Keeps Going Back for More with Adam Holz

Brian From reflects on the challenges of everyday life—from unexpected financial setbacks to the deeper question of what it means to live a “worthwhile life.” Along the way, he explores stories about humility, admitting mistakes, and the power of meaningful conversations that can even change someone’s mind. The episode also highlights faith in difficult circumstances and why Christians are called to pursue self-control, integrity, and purpose in a culture that often celebrates the opposite.

Brian From reflects on the challenges of everyday life&mdash;from unexpected financial setbacks to the deeper question of what it means to live a &ldquo;worthwhile life.&rdquo; Along the way, he explores stories about humility, admitting mistakes, and the power of meaningful conversations that can even change someone&rsquo;s mind. The episode also highlights faith in difficult circumstances and why Christians are called to pursue self-control, integrity, and purpose in a culture that often celebrates the opposite.

Kristen Lowry with Send Relief and Shelter Yetu

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