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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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Episodes

Rush Limbaugh and writing in a winter storm: How perspective can strengthen our faith and embolden our witness

Rush Limbaugh died yesterday at the age of seventy. And a winter storm is still causing power outages for millions in Texas. Today's podcast relates those stories, then we identify two ways perspective strengthens our hope and empowers our witness, closing with a call to courageous faith. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 18, 20219 min

Miracles in Nepal and ice in Dallas: Trusting our challenges to the sovereignty of God

God is working miracles in Nepal that are fueling a spiritual awakening in that country. Today's podcast tells this story, then we focus on our need for divine omnipotence and take steps to finish well in Christ. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 17, 20219 min

Tim Keller's cancer update: Hopeful lessons in hard places

Tim Keller recently gave an update on his battle with pancreatic cancer. Today's podcast tells his story and describes lessons he has learned in hard places, then we focus on ways we need to learn from the Ravi Zacharias scandal and identify practical questions we must ask today. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 16, 20219 min

Responding to the Ravi Zacharias scandal: Three biblical steps every Christian must take now

News Discerned Differently: The Daily Article Podcast offers biblical insight into the day’s latest news and current events. A report identifying horrific allegations of sexual abuse against Ravi Zacharias was made public last Friday. Today's podcast reviews this terrible tragedy, then we identify three biblical responses we each must make today, lest this story becomes our story tomorrow. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris N...

Feb 15, 20218 min

Washington National Cathedral denounced for hosting Max Lucado: Why we must never concede the high ground of truth

The Washington National Cathedral was recently denounced for hosting evangelical pastor and author Max Lucado. Today's podcast explains why, then we examine some scientific, biological, and factual reasons why biblical morality is right and best for us all. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 12, 20217 min

The rebranding of Aunt Jemima and the future of evangelicals in American culture

PepsiCo announced this week that it was rebranding its Aunt Jemima pancake mix and syrup because of the racist stereotype the logo perpetuated. Today's podcast tells this story, then we explore ways our culture views evangelicals with regard to LGBTQ issues in the context of racism and identify five ways evangelicals are likely to respond. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or em...

Feb 11, 20217 min

Donald Trump’s impeachment trial continues: The history-changing power of convictional courage

Donald Trump's second impeachment trial began yesterday. Today's podcast reviews what happened, then we focus on biblical hope for a divided day and the transforming power of convictional courage. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 10, 20218 min

Donald Trump's second impeachment trial begins today: Three biblical principles offer hope in divisive days

The second impeachment of Donald Trump begins today. Our podcast surveys arguments for and against impeaching a former president, then we discuss the deep divisiveness today's events reflect, three biblical principles that offer hope to a divided culture, and an example of courageous compassion I will never forget. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum...

Feb 09, 20218 min

Buccaneers win Super Bowl LV: How the temporal can change the eternal

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won Super Bowl LV. Today's podcast discusses all the "firsts" set by the game, then we turn from the temporal to the eternal and identify a way our light can impact our dark culture. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 08, 20217 min

Super Bowl conspiracy theories and COVID-19 vaccines: The urgency of reason for our culture and our faith

Conspiracy theories regarding the Super Bowl and COVID-19 vaccines are making news. Today's podcast examines one vaccine conspiracy in the light of scientific evidence, then we focus on the urgency of reason for our culture and our faith. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 05, 20218 min

Chick-fil-A manager intervenes in vaccination snafu: The power of courage and the liberation of limitations

A Chick-fil-A manager intervened when a clinic line became snarled, enabling hundreds to be vaccinated. Today's podcast tells this story and others illustrating the need for altruistic service, then we identify three ways God is turning our obstacles into opportunities and answer his call to courageous faith. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 04, 20217 min

Is censorship escalating against evangelicals? Three biblical responses

Twitter and Facebook recently blocked posts in ways that may portend growing censorship of biblical morality. Today's podcast tells this story, then we focus on three biblical ways to respond with truth and grace. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 03, 20219 min

Groundhog Day and an article every evangelical should read: An empowering and urgent prayer for our nation

Last Sunday, an article was published in my local newspaper that every evangelical should read. Today's podcast tells this story, then we focus on two reasons Christian nationalism is so tempting and close with our best way to love and serve America. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Feb 02, 20218 min

GameStop and transgender rights: The privilege and cost of courageous compassion

Recent stories about GameStop, the Chinese government, and COVID-19 highlight the American impulse to protect the rights of minorities. In this context, today's podcast examines the Biden administration's plans for transgender rights, then we discuss the dangerous consequences for women and children and highlight Jesus' call to courageous compassion. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForu...

Feb 01, 20218 min

The death of my spiritual father: Is this “the greatest evangelistic hour” in history?

The man whose ministry led me to Jesus went home to be with Jesus Wednesday night. Today's podcast tells his story, then we focus on ways God is spreading his word in the face of opposition and determine to pay any price to share his love. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 29, 20218 min

The Challenger anniversary and the Equality Act: Three responses to a perilous threat to religious freedom

America responded in unified grief to the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger on this day in 1986. Today's podcast tells that story, then we focus on the threat to our unity posed by the so-called Equality Act and identify three ways we can defend religious liberty. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 28, 20219 min

The greatness of Hank Aaron and the sanctity of life: A way through the conflicts of our culture

Hank Aaron was the greatest baseball player I ever saw. Today's podcast considers the horrific racism he faced and the sanctity of every life from conception, then we turn to a practical way through the divisiveness of our day. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 27, 20219 min

The death of Kobe Bryant and Lincoln’s second inaugural address: Slavery, abortion, and the right to life

Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and seven others died a year ago this day. Today's podcast remembers their story, focuses on good news in the news, and then explores the issue of abortion in the context of Lincoln's second inaugural address and three vital "rights" for our culture. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 26, 20219 min

“News of the World,” abortion, and the Biden administration: A fourfold biblical response

Tom Hanks' latest movie, News of the World , is a compelling story of one man's courageous defense of a girl no one wants. Today's podcast tells this story, then we relate it to the Biden administration's plans to advance abortion and define a fourfold biblical strategy by which to respond with courageous compassion. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonfor...

Jan 25, 20219 min

Joe Biden is my president: Responding biblically to leaders with whom we disagree

The hashtag #NotMyPresident began trending when Joe Biden was inaugurated Wednesday. Today's podcast explains why this sentiment is so dangerous, then we explore the historical context of this issue and identify four biblical responses. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 22, 20219 min

President Biden and “Amazing Grace”: A biblical template for praying for our leaders and nation

Joe Biden was sworn in yesterday as our nation's forty-sixth president. In response, today's podcast identifies four biblical ways we are called to pray for our president and nation with transformative power and passion. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 21, 20218 min

The inauguration of Joe Biden: Two historic values that can divide us or unite us in a hopeful future

Joe Biden is expected to call for national unity when he is inaugurated as our nation's forty-sixth president. Today's podcast defines two historic values that are dividing us at present but can unite us in a hopeful future for all Americans. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 19, 20219 min

Did God promise that Donald Trump would be reelected? Fallen Christian leaders and the path to transforming faith

Numerous so-called prophets predicted the reelection of Donald Trump. Today's podcast discusses their statements and other ministers who have fallen publicly in recent days, then we focus on three transformational truths that lead us into the presence and power of Jesus. The Daily Article is written by Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum. This podcast is narrated by Chris Nichter. To learn more, visit DenisonForum.org or email comments@denisonforum.org ....

Jan 19, 20219 min

Twitter and Facebook block President Trump: How should evangelicals respond to the threat of censorship?

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JANUARY 18, 2021 In light of the decision by Twitter and Facebook to block President Trump, many evangelicals are concerned about rising censorship in our culture. Today's podcast explores this issue, its scope, three reasons for its escalation, and a vital biblical response. 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...

Jan 18, 20218 min

Can the violence on Capitol Hill be justified? Thinking logically and biblically about the ongoing threat to our country

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JANUARY 15, 2021 Threats against our nation's capital and state capitols are reportedly escalating. Today's podcast reviews the latest, then we focus on logical and biblical responses to violence and close with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s call to love and light. 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...

Jan 15, 20218 min

National Guard troops sleeping in the Capitol: Finding transcendent hope in hard days

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JANUARY 14, 2021 As a sign of our times, armed National Guard troops slept in the Capitol overnight before protecting the House of Representatives during yesterday's impeachment proceedings. Today's podcast looks at this story and other challenges we face, then we turn to the only true source of hope and our opportunity to share a message that changes everything. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denis...

Jan 14, 20217 min

What does the Bible say about accountability?

In these difficult and divisive days, many are concerned about holding our leaders and each other accountable for justice and righteousness. What does the Bible say about accountability? Join Dr. Jim Denison as he seeks the biblical answer for a pressing question.

Jan 13, 202110 min

Should President Trump be removed from office? Biblical accountability and three steps forward

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JANUARY 13, 2021 House Democrats plan to vote today to impeach President Trump. Today's podcast examines biblical arguments for and against removal of the president, then we focus on three redemptive steps forward Christians can take now. 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 ....

Jan 13, 20218 min

House plans to impeach the president: Why I am a Christian patriot but not a Christian nationalist

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JANUARY 12, 2021 In light of last week's Capitol riots, many are blaming evangelicals and calling upon them to reject Christian nationalism. Today's podcast explores a definition of Christian nationalism, contrasts it with Christian patriotism, and outlines three steps we can take to help more Americans follow 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, visi...

Jan 12, 20217 min

Was the Capitol riot a “Christian insurrection”? Why we must “live as though the truth were true”

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR JANUARY 11, 2021 Evangelicals are being widely blamed for the Capitol riots last week. Today's podcast responds by focusing on Jesus' peacemaking example and calls us to respond by faith to the historic opportunity of our day. 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 ....

Jan 11, 20218 min
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