Brian From encourages listeners to catch up on the podcast, then turns to a Gospel Coalition article on how the Lord’s Supper fuels spiritual growth. The author, a pastor, describes congregants leaving Reformed churches for Catholic and Orthodox traditions in search of a more tangible, “real” experience of communion, and admits that Protestants sometimes talk more about what the bread and cup are not than what they are. Drawing on John Calvin, the article offers three ways the Lord’s Supper strengthens believers: it assures us of our inheritance through real union with Christ, confirms and increases our often-wavering faith, and moves us toward grateful obedience and outward acts of love for others. Brian urges listeners not to rush through communion, but to come to the table expecting the risen Christ to meet them there.

Brian From encourages listeners to catch up on the podcast, then turns to a Gospel Coalition article on how the Lord&rsquo;s Supper fuels spiritual growth. The author, a pastor, describes congregants leaving Reformed churches for Catholic and Orthodox traditions in search of a more tangible, &ldquo;real&rdquo; experience of communion, and admits that Protestants sometimes talk more about what the bread and cup are not than what they are. Drawing on John Calvin, the article offers three ways the Lord&rsquo;s Supper strengthens believers: it assures us of our inheritance through real union with Christ, confirms and increases our often-wavering faith, and moves us toward grateful obedience and outward acts of love for others. Brian urges listeners not to rush through communion, but to come to the table expecting the risen Christ to meet them there.

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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The Lord’s Supper Isn’t Just a Ritual; It’s Fuel for Spiritual Growth

Brian From notices Christmas music already showing up in TV commercials, then shares a study of 27,000 men confirming that tight-fitting underwear affects male fertility, an old Seinfeld plotline turned research finding. He turns to a heartwarming story from Jenna Bush Hager, who says her father, former President George W. Bush, texts her a Bible verse every morning. The tradition began when her twin sister went through a painful breakup. Brian notes Bush’s account of how a Bible inscribed by Billy Graham helped change his life, and encourages parents that even after children are grown, small, steady acts like a text, a verse, or a reminder of love can keep planting seeds of faith.

Brian From notices Christmas music already showing up in TV commercials, then shares a study of 27,000 men confirming that tight-fitting underwear affects male fertility, an old Seinfeld plotline turned research finding. He turns to a heartwarming story from Jenna Bush Hager, who says her father, former President George W. Bush, texts her a Bible verse every morning. The tradition began when her twin sister went through a painful breakup. Brian notes Bush&rsquo;s account of how a Bible inscribed by Billy Graham helped change his life, and encourages parents that even after children are grown, small, steady acts like a text, a verse, or a reminder of love can keep planting seeds of faith.

George W. Bush Texts His Daughters a Bible Verse Every Morning, a Reminder That We Never Stop Parenting

Brian From talks with Left Behind co-author Jerry Jenkins and Dallas Theological Seminary president Dr. Mark Yarbrough about their new novel, The Battle for Heaven and Earth. The book retells Scripture’s opening chapters in narrative form, beginning before creation with Lucifer’s rebellion and a third of the angels cast out of heaven, then moving through creation and the fall, ending with God’s promise of a coming Redeemer. Mark explains how the story addresses the age-old question of evil’s origin, and how Scripture neither ignores nor overstates spiritual warfare. Jerry describes how they imagined plausible details around brief biblical passages while staying faithful to Scripture, and how fiction, like Jesus’ parables, can convey truth to seekers and skeptics. Mark shares his hope that readers will see the Bible as one continuous story and explore the book’s companion videos, soundtrack, and small-group resources at thebattleforheavenandearthbook.com. Jerry admits he found himself relating not only to Michael and Gabriel, but even to Lucifer’s pride.

Brian From talks with Left Behind co-author Jerry Jenkins and Dallas Theological Seminary president Dr. Mark Yarbrough about their new novel, The Battle for Heaven and Earth. The book retells Scripture&rsquo;s opening chapters in narrative form, beginning before creation with Lucifer&rsquo;s rebellion and a third of the angels cast out of heaven, then moving through creation and the fall, ending with God&rsquo;s promise of a coming Redeemer. Mark explains how the story addresses the age-old question of evil&rsquo;s origin, and how Scripture neither ignores nor overstates spiritual warfare. Jerry describes how they imagined plausible details around brief biblical passages while staying faithful to Scripture, and how fiction, like Jesus&rsquo; parables, can convey truth to seekers and skeptics. Mark shares his hope that readers will see the Bible as one continuous story and explore the book&rsquo;s companion videos, soundtrack, and small-group resources at thebattleforheavenandearthbook.com. Jerry admits he found himself relating not only to Michael and Gabriel, but even to Lucifer&rsquo;s pride.

Jerry Jenkins and Mark Yarbrough Tell the Story Before the Beginning in The Battle for Heaven and Earth

Brian From talks with Stacey Baxter of Come and See, the nonprofit behind The Chosen, about the upcoming sixth season. Stacey explains that Season 6 focuses on the crucifixion, told through the eyes of those who loved Jesus and those who condemned Him, and that Season 7 will cover the resurrection. She says the season will capture the disciples’ confusion as events unfolded against their expectations, and warns it will be hard to watch because viewers have grown so close to the characters. She describes the global effort around the release: more than 140,000 churches and parishes screening the first episode, more than 86,000 supporters in 150 countries funding Season 7, and translation of Season 1 into 175 languages so far, with a goal of 600 per season. She shares how the show has drawn seekers, skeptics, and those who had left the faith to see Jesus with fresh eyes. Season 6 premieres November 15 on Prime Video, and earlier seasons are free on The Chosen app.

Brian From talks with Stacey Baxter of Come and See, the nonprofit behind The Chosen, about the upcoming sixth season. Stacey explains that Season 6 focuses on the crucifixion, told through the eyes of those who loved Jesus and those who condemned Him, and that Season 7 will cover the resurrection. She says the season will capture the disciples&rsquo; confusion as events unfolded against their expectations, and warns it will be hard to watch because viewers have grown so close to the characters. She describes the global effort around the release: more than 140,000 churches and parishes screening the first episode, more than 86,000 supporters in 150 countries funding Season 7, and translation of Season 1 into 175 languages so far, with a goal of 600 per season. She shares how the show has drawn seekers, skeptics, and those who had left the faith to see Jesus with fresh eyes. Season 6 premieres November 15 on Prime Video, and earlier seasons are free on The Chosen app.

The Lord’s Supper Isn’t Just a Ritual; It’s Fuel for Spiritual Growth

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