July 1, 2019
from The Common Good Podcast Hosted by Brian From
(00:00-10:13): Amidst the issues and disputes on the border of Mexico, Christians are torn between political and human conflicts. Brian and Ian touch on several articles that give light to Christian leader helping solve issues. (10:13-19:41): Film and Media Creators Gavin and Layne Buckland join the show to discuss passion projects and how to properly and responsibly invest in hobbies. They explain how they balance pursuing projects and the rest of their financial lives. (19:41-29:17): Gavin and Layne stick around to talk about their project called “Debt Life” and they touch on Stranger Things: Season 3. He explains that nostalgia plays a huge role in creativity and why so many “remakes” are popping up. (29:17-38:21): The Walkman is 40-years-old! Brian and Ian reminisce the pioneering music player and reflect on how the way we listen to music has changed and evolved over the years. (38:21-48:49): Is a 40-hour work week detrimental to your health? A BizNews article explains how work pounds an older body. Brian and Ian touch on this and reflect as pastors and how sabbatical is important for their overall health. (48:49-59:26): Why is life on mission is more than just service projects? Brian and Ian discuss this article from Gravity Leadership. How do we express the mission of the church rather than just performing favors to others? (59:26-1:09:39): What did we preach yesterday? Brian and Ian summarize their sermons from yesterday. Brian talked about Psalm 23 and how before living in the house of the Lord is difficult. Ian’s sermon tackled immigration, incarceration, and other hot button issues. (1:09:39-1:16:15): Brian and Ian’s “Weird Stuff We Found on the Internet”: Does Hallmark sell birthday cards for asphalt, and is Wal-Mart having a half-off sale on half-eaten cake? Anyway, Wendy’s considers being open 24/7 since customers can’t seem to be able to stay away. Meanwhile, hit the jackpot at a casino by hitting the floor and do NOT eat cursed wedding trout.
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