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The Daily Article

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The Daily Article Podcast offers news discerned differently every Monday through Friday morning. With biblical insight into the day’s latest news and current events, this narrated edition of Dr. Jim Denison’s email newsletter presents a nonpartisan perspective on what’s happening now and how Christians can respond biblically to the culture at large.

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Was a Bible burned in Portland? Two sides of the story and the truth that will "set you free"

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 13, 2020 Stories regarding a Bible burning in Portland continue to generate controversy. Today's podcast examines this issue, then we discuss the cultural rejection of biblical truth and a way to live that will "set you free." ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Aug 13, 20208 min

Joe Biden nominates Kamala Harris for VP: What your place in the world says about your view of the world

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 12, 2020 Joe Biden selected Kamala Harris yesterday as his running mate. Today's podcast tells this story, then we focus on ways we can live as exiles that lead us and others closer to Jesus. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Aug 12, 20207 min

"Absolute chaos in downtown Chicago": Why a "theology of exile" is empowering for Christians today

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 11, 2020 Violence in Chicago, New York City, and Washington, DC, is making news. Today's podcast examines these tragic stories, then we explore a "theology of exile" that empowers us to live confidently in these difficult days. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Aug 11, 20207 min

Who should Joe Biden nominate for VP? Three biblical commitments we owe his selection

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 10, 2020 Joe Biden is expected to announce his vice-presidential nominee this week. Today's podcast discusses the eight positions you and I might take with regard to the election, then we focus on three biblical commitments we owe Mr. Biden's nominee, whoever this person is. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at co...

Aug 10, 20207 min

Bride's wedding video cut short by Beirut explosion: Three keys to living in a non-linear world

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 07, 2020 The tragic explosion in Beirut continues to make headlines. Today's podcast explores what happened, then we consider the anniversary of Hiroshima, the threat of nuclear attack today, and three ways to navigate these "non-linear" days in God's power and peace. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@...

Aug 07, 20207 min

Statue of Billy Graham to be installed in US Capitol: The anniversary of the Voting Rights Act and the ultimate solution to the sin of racism

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 06, 2020 A statue of Billy Graham will be installed in the US Capitol. Today's podcast explores this announcement as a parable for our culture, then we discuss ways that human hearts infected by racism and other sins can be changed by God's love and power. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum...

Aug 06, 20207 min

John MacArthur's church violates state restrictions: Three principles to balance in serving Caesar and Christ

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 05, 2020 John MacArthur and Greg Laurie have been in the news regarding California's worship restrictions. Today's podcast discusses their churches' responses, three biblical principles on church and state relations, and a mandate from Jesus that points the way forward. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comment...

Aug 05, 20207 min

Two sisters reunite after fifty years because of COVID-19: The peril of self-reliance and the power of Spirit-dependence

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 04, 2020 Two sisters reunited after fifty years because of COVID-19. Today's podcast tells their happy story, then we respond to stories that do not end well by focusing on ways God uses lament to deepen our souls. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Aug 04, 20207 min

Burning Bibles in Portland and two sentences every American needs to hear

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR AUGUST 03, 2020 Activists burned a stack of Bibles outside a courthouse in Portland Friday night. Today's podcast recounts this story and other reasons for discouragement, then we focus on a profound statement by President Bush and three biblical principles that can empower us to change our culture. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org...

Aug 03, 20207 min

Why America is so conflicted over the pandemic: A fascinating explanation and a life-changing privilege

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 31, 2020 Why are Americans so conflicted over our responses to the pandemic? Today's podcast explores a fascinating answer to this question, then we consider two additional factors and focus on a guiding principle that can make an eternal difference in the lives we influence. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at com...

Jul 31, 20207 min

Man spends 267 days sailing solo around the world: The compelling power of character in chaos

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 30, 2020 A man recently spent 267 days sailing solo around the world. Today's podcast tells his story, then we focus on what has changed since he left and ways to respond to the chaos of our days through the compelling power of character. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 30, 20207 min

Barbecue Baptist Church delivers meals, hope, and levity: How being "guests" liberates us to speak biblical truth

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 29, 2020 A church in Texas is using barbecue to minister during the pandemic. Today's podcast tells their story, then we focus on a biblical principle that liberates us to speak biblical truth with courage and power. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 29, 20207 min

John Lewis and the courage to lead: The truth about masks, public worship services, and conspiracy theories

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 28, 2020 Rep. John Lewis is being remembered in the US Capitol today. Today's podcast discusses the faith leaders who led the civil rights movement, focuses on two changes many evangelicals need to make to assume cultural leadership today, and closes with three statements that are unfortunately controversial today. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, v...

Jul 28, 20207 min

Are these the "last days"? Why evangelicals are losing the rhetorical high ground and two ways to respond

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 27, 2020 Are these the "last days"? In light of two hurricanes and other headlines, today's podcast explores three predictions by Jesus in Luke 21, then we focus on two ways evangelicals can respond to our fallen culture with good news and compassion. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 27, 20207 min

Lightning strikes the Statue of Liberty: The path to liberty that stands the storms of life

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 24, 2020 Lightning struck the Statue of Liberty this week. Today's podcast tells the story as a cultural metaphor, then we discuss our need for the God who empowers morality and liberty. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 24, 20208 min

US closes Chinese consulate in Houston: Explaining this escalating conflict and its relevance for American Christians today

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 23, 2020 The US ordered the Chinese consulate in Houston to be closed. Today's podcast explains this escalating conflict, then we discuss my experiences in Beijing and focus on two transforming biblical responses. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 23, 20207 min

Grammy winner Billie Eilish was once "super religious" but "it just completely went away": My letter to her

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 22, 2020 The award-winning singer Billie Eilish recently discussed her changing views on religion. Today's podcast is my letter of response to her. I hope it will help you as you engage with people who share her views. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 22, 20207 min

Massachusetts city legalizes polyamory: J. I. Packer and the privilege of standing for biblical truth

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 21, 2020 A town in Massachusetts recently legalized polyamory, meaning "many loves." Today's podcast reviews this growing movement, then we focus on J. I. Packer's death and legacy and conclude with God's call to speak biblical truth with courage today. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ...

Jul 21, 20208 min

The death of John Lewis and the power of ‘redemptive suffering’

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 20, 2020 Rep. John Lewis died Friday at the age of eighty. Today's podcast looks back over his life and legacy, focusing especially on his commitment to "redemptive suffering," then calls us to stand sacrificially for biblical truth today. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 20, 20208 min

Why Bari Weiss' resignation from the New York Times matters to evangelicals and to American culture

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 17, 2020 Bari Weiss's resignation from the New York Times has generated headlines this week. Today's podcast tells her story, then we examine the "new consensus" she identifies and its crucial significance for Christians and our larger culture. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 17, 20208 min

CEO faces boycott for appearing with President Trump: Explaining and responding to ‘cancel culture’

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 16, 2020 Goya Foods CEO Bob Unanue is facing boycott calls for making positive statements about President Trump. Today's podcast tells his story, then we explain "cancel culture" and discuss the biblical invitation to speak truth with courage and grace. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ...

Jul 16, 20208 min

Churches burned across the country: Why was this not national news?

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 15, 2020 In recent days, churches and Christian statues across the country have been vandalized. Today's podcast tells that story, then we focus on reasons for the media's lack of coverage and ways we can respond with the love of Christ. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 15, 20207 min

Bonus Episode: Did America have a Christian founding? A conversation with author Mark David Hall

In early 2020, Denison Forum interviewed Mark David Hall, author of Did America Have a Christian Founding?: Separating Modern Myth from Historical Truth . As Matthew J. Franck wrote, Hall’s book is “a fresh look at the very real extent to which Christian thought and belief played a vital role in the making of our country.” In this bonus episode, Hall discusses the separation of church and state, the religious natures of the Founding Fathers, and why religious liberty still matters today....

Jul 14, 202026 min

Friends rebuild cancer patient's Ford Bronco: New research shows how to respond to 'lifequakes' today

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 14, 2020 A friend fighting Stage IV cancer was away seeking treatment when his friends rebuilt his Ford Bronco. Today's podcast tells their story, then we explore new research highlighting three phases of life disruption and focus on two biblical responses that lead to true significance. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or ema...

Jul 14, 20207 min

Former football player dove and caught a child dropped from a burning building: Joining God in sharing love that changes the world

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 13, 2020 Two men saved children from a burning building in Arizona recently. Today's podcast tells their stories, then we focus on ways we can experience more deeply God's love by sharing it with those in need. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 13, 20207 min

CNN Host Don Lemon claims Jesus 'was not perfect': How to share biblical truth in a post-truth culture

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 10, 2020 CNN host Don Lemon stated this week that Jesus "was not perfect when he was here on this earth." Today's podcast discusses his statement and his religious beliefs, then we identify a way we can share biblical truth with those who do not believe that the Bible is true. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at co...

Jul 10, 20206 min

Supreme Court rulings are good news for evangelicals: The path to God's 'perfect peace'

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 09, 2020 The Supreme Court issued two rulings yesterday that are good news for evangelicals. Today's podcast reviews their decisions, then we pivot from bad news to the best news and the path to God's "perfect peace." ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 09, 20207 min

Man fights off one of the world's deadliest snakes while driving: The urgency and privilege of living a life God can bless

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 08, 2020 A man drove his pickup truck while fighting off one of the world's deadliest snakes. Today's podcast tells his story, then we focus on two principles that lead to lives God can bless and use to bless the world. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jul 08, 20207 min

A flight to nowhere and drive-in movies in Walmart parking lots: The urgency and power of ‘social solidarity’

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 07, 2020 A flight to nowhere and drive-in movies in Walmart parking lots are making news. Today's podcast tells their stories, then we focus on a fascinating study of "social solidarity" and apply its findings to God's plan for blessing our nation and her people. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison. To learn more about the Denison Forum, visit DenisonForum.org or email us at comments@denison...

Jul 07, 20206 min

Joey Chestnut wins the Mustard Yellow Belt: A July Fourth like no other and the way to be a nation God can bless

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JULY 6, 2020 For the thirteenth time in the last fourteen years, Joey Chestnut won the annual Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. However, as a sign of the times, Saturday's event was held at a private location rather than in front of large crowds as in the past and the judges wore masks. This weekend, we saw a July Fourth like no other in living memory. In today's podcast, we focus on a biblical declaration that leads to God's blessing despite all circumstances, then we pause...

Jul 06, 20208 min
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