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The Daily Article
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.
Episodes
- The Daily Article
How to read the news to redeem the culture
A remarkable gem called the "Serendipity Sapphire" is making news. In The Daily Article for July 29, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why, focuses on…
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Simone Biles withdraws from individual all-around competition at the Olympics: Seeing our challenges in light of God's redemptive grace
Simone Biles withdrew this morning from the final individual all-around competition at the Olympics due to mental health issues. In The Daily Article for July…
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's daughter added to royal line of succession: The key to changing human nature
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's daughter has been added to the royal line of succession. In The Daily Article for July 27, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains this…
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Are wildfires and drought the judgment of God? An urgent lesson for every follower of Jesus
Massive wildfires and an historic drought are making headlines today. In The Daily Article for July 26, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison examines whether these disasters…
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What today's opening ceremonies will lack for the first time in Olympic history: The folly of presumption and the peace of divine providence
Today's opening ceremonies of the Tokyo Olympics will make history in a surprising way. In The Daily Article for July 23, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains this…
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How to defend Christianity when Christians fail: Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams loses NBA finals, models strength and humility
How can Christians defend Christianity when Christians fail? In The Daily Article for July 22, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses three examples in the news…
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What do Jeff Bezos, Neil Armstrong, and Sir Edmund Hillary have in common? The power of trusting a power greater than ourselves
Jeff Bezos, Neil Armstrong, and Sir Edmund Hillary all share an important day in history. In The Daily Article for July 21, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why…
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What do Jeff Bezos, Neil Armstrong, and Sir Edmund Hillary have in common? The power of trusting a power greater than ourselves
Jeff Bezos, Neil Armstrong, and Sir Edmund Hillary all share an important day in history. In The Daily Article for July 21, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why…
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What are the odds Jeff Bezos will survive his trip into space? Three reasons Christians fear death and the biblical path to peace
Experts have calculated the odds that Jeff Bezos will survive his journey into space today. In The Daily Article for July 20, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses…
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Australian officials seek to rebrand shark attacks: Three satanic deceptions and the privilege of sharing life's greatest gift
Australian officials are asking us to rebrand shark "attacks" as "negative encounters." In The Daily Article for July 19, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison…
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The youngest and oldest astronauts in history will fly next week: Choosing the character that determines our legacy
The youngest and oldest astronauts in history are set to fly into space next week. In The Daily Article for July 16, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells their story…
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Scientists tap into paralyzed man's brain to help him speak: The great need of our day and a baptism in Cuba I'll never forget
Scientists have successfully planted electrodes in a paralyzed man's brain to help him speak. In The Daily Article for July 15, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses…
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Texas Democrats flee our state in response to voter legislation: What our passions say about us and the future of our culture
Texas lawmakers have fled our state in response to proposed voter legislation. In The Daily Article for July 14, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why this story…
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Why the crisis in Cuba is personal for me: "Human history is, in essence, a history of ideas"
Cuba is witnessing street protests against the communist government that are unprecedented in scope and scale. In The Daily Article for July 13, 2021, Dr. Jim…
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Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams forgave driver who killed his wife: Trusting "the only correct map of the human heart"
Monty Williams is the head coach of the Phoenix Suns, which are two wins from their first NBA championship in franchise history. In The Daily Article for July…
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Teen raised $38,000 for cancer research by cutting off his 19-inch Afro: Why I disagree with Philip Yancey on culture and grace
A teenager recently raised $38,000 for cancer research by cutting off his nineteen-inch Afro. In The Daily Article for July 9, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells his…
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Children send handmade cards to Surfside first responders: The paradoxical path to God's strength and peace
Hundreds of handwritten cards from children have been delivered to first responders at the Surfside, Florida, condominium tragedy. In The Daily Article for…
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Latest from Tropical Storm Elsa and condominium collapse: Do Americans fear God? If not, why not?
Tropical Storm Elsa threatens more than four million people in Florida today. In The Daily Article for July 7, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison gives the latest update on…
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Congresswoman rebukes America on July 4, evokes strong response: "Maybe the best reason to love the United States"
A Congresswoman issued a tweet rebuking America on July 4. In The Daily Article for July 6, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses this story, then he focuses on a…
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Remainder of Florida condo demolished: The Declaration of Independence and our veneration for life
The remainder of the Surfside, Florida, condominium that collapsed on June 24 was demolished last night. In The Daily Article for July 5, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison…
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Princes William and Harry reunite to dedicate Princess Diana's statue: A secular historian explains "why I was wrong about Christianity"
Princes William and Harry dedicated a statue yesterday to their mother on what would have been her sixtieth birthday. In The Daily Article for July 2, 2021…
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Bill Cosby released from prison; Trump Organization indicted: The path to the wisdom we urgently need
Actor Bill Cosby was released from prison yesterday; a grand jury indictment is expected to be unsealed today against the Trump Organization. In The Daily…
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Donald Trump travels to the border today: Learning from early Christians how to "turn the world upside down"
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to travel to the Texas–Mexico border later today. In The Daily Article for June 30, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison reports on…
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Man who saved toddler honored by Thunderbirds: "The crucible of our formation is the monotony of our routines"
A man who jumped into an Ocean City, Maryland, bay last May to save a toddler was honored by the Air Force's Thunderbirds last Friday. In The Daily Article for…
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World's most premature baby beats 0 percent odds of survival: God has given you all you need to do all you need to do
The world's most premature baby survived 0 percent odds to celebrate his first birthday. In The Daily Article for June 28, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells his…
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The latest on the building collapse in Florida: Three biblical ways to prepare for an uncertain future
An apartment building collapsed in South Florida yesterday; nearly one hundred people are missing as of this morning. In The Daily Article for June 25, 2021…
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Vice President Harris to visit border tomorrow: Why "we must obey God rather than men"
Vice President Kamala Harris will visit the US-Mexico border tomorrow. In The Daily Article for June 24, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison reports on this news and other…
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Pastor cuts his shoulder-length hair and makes national news: Persuasive reasons to believe and share biblical truth
A pastor in California had his shoulder-length hair cut last Sunday. In The Daily Article for June 23, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why this story made…
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Petitioners want to stop Jeff Bezos from returning to earth: The quest for relevance and the path to eternal influence
Tens of thousands of petitioners want to stop Jeff Bezos from returning to earth after he travels into space on July 20. In The Daily Article for June 22…
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Photo of father sleeping on hospital floor goes viral: The path from sincerity to spiritual transformation
An exhausted father sleeping on the hospital floor went viral for Father's Day. In The Daily Article for June 21, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why, then he…
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Catholic agency wins Supreme Court Case on gay rights: Fast thinking, slow thinking, and the omnipotence of the Spirit
The Supreme Court ruled yesterday in favor of a Catholic agency regarding gay rights. In The Daily Article for June 18, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells this story…
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Congress recognizes Juneteenth amid the "great resignation" migration: The path from anxiety and stress to lasting peace
Congress unanimously passed legislation this week making Juneteenth a federal holiday. In The Daily Article for June 17, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why…
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SBC elects leader focused on reconciliation and compassion: What do we do when we are hurt by church leaders?
Southern Baptists elected a leader yesterday who is known for advancing reconciliation with compassion. In The Daily Article for June 16, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison…
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Southern Baptist Convention begins its annual meeting: Three predictions and an amazing video I hope you'll watch
The Southern Baptist Convention begins its annual meeting today amid great controversy. In The Daily Article for June 15, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison offers three…
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Why Katie Thurston of "The Bachelorette" is making headlines: Four biblical steps to living with character God can bless
Katie Thurston is making headlines as The Bachelorette begins its current season. In The Daily Article for June 14, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells this story…
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Should prostitution be legalized? Using secular truth to advance spiritual truth
A movement to decriminalize prostitution is growing in the US. In The Daily Article for June 11, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses this issue and the question of…
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Nun steals $835K for gambling habit, Howie Mandel describes struggle with anxiety: Healing the alienation of our souls
A nun who stole $835,339 to support her gambling habit and comedian Howie Mandel's openness about his anxiety struggles are making headlines today. In The…
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Judge orders reinstatement of suspended teacher who opposes transgender pronouns: The power of ideas and a strategy for changing the culture
A Christian coach who was suspended for defending biblical truth was reinstated yesterday. In The Daily Article for June 9, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains this…
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Play depicts Jesus as transgender: Four temptations and an amazing story of courage and faith
Recent allegations against Southern Baptist leaders are making headlines. In The Daily Article for June 8, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why such allegations…
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle announce the birth of their daughter: The power of peace in a perilous world
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have announced the birth of their daughter. In The Daily Article for June 7, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells this good news, then he…
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Kellogg's introduces LGBT-themed cereal for Pride Month: Protecting our kids and proclaiming our faith
Kellogg's has unveiled LGBT-themed cereal for Pride Month. In The Daily Article for June 4, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison reports on this news and other ways popular…
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Government formed to oust Benjamin Netanyahu: An explanation and three ways to pray for Israel
A political coalition announced yesterday that it has formed a government that would oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from office. In The Daily…
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Survivor remembers the Tulsa Race Massacre: A redemptive step that can help to heal our nation
A survivor of the Tulsa Race Massacre recently shared what she remembers from that horrific day. In The Daily Article for June 2, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells…
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The Tulsa Race Massacre a century later: "If we are the body, why aren't his arms reaching?"
The Tulsa Race Massacre ended a century ago today. In The Daily Article for June 1, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells this tragic story, then he focuses on the first…
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The deaths of B. J. Thomas and Gavin MacLeod: Four ways to honor our military heroes
Singer B. J. Thomas and actor Gavin MacLeod died over the weekend. In The Daily Article for May 31, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison tells their faith stories, then he…
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Ryan Reynolds admits his struggle with anxiety: "Mental Health Month" and three biblical steps to healing and hope
Actor Ryan Reynolds described his struggle with anxiety as part of Mental Health Month. In The Daily Article for May 28, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison reports on this…
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LEGO drag queen figures and a hit piece on Chip and Joanna Gaines: Learning an important lesson from our fallen culture
The Lego Group has announced figures that promote LGBTQ advocacy and drag queens. In The Daily Article for May 27, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison reports on this news…
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Did COVID-19 originate in a Chinese laboratory? Four options, the story behind the story, and the path to our best life
In recent weeks, science researchers have begun asking with increasing frequency whether the coronavirus pandemic originated in a Chinese laboratory. In The…
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Do UFOs exist? Logic, physics, Scripture, and gratitude for divine grace
The question whether UFOs exist is making headlines. In The Daily Article for May 25, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses the latest on the issue, explores it from…
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Gunfire at a crowded party and a plummeting cable car: Three ways to define our personal worth and the path to empowering purpose
Gunfire broke out at a crowded house party, a gondola plummeted to the ground, and long-distance runners died in extreme weather. In The Daily Article for May…
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Cease-fire declared in Israel: The consequences of ideas and a pathway to our best lives
A cease-fire between Israel and Hamas began today. In The Daily Article for May 21, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison reports on the latest from Israel, then he explains…
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The Supreme Court and Roe v. Wade: How abortion poisons our politics and threatens our witness
The governor of Texas signed a bill yesterday prohibiting abortion six weeks after conception. In The Daily Article for May 20, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison discusses…
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Why do so many Americans condemn Israel? God's conduit through whom "all the families of the earth shall be blessed"
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas escalates, opposition to Israel is escalating in America. In The Daily Article for May 19, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison…
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Supreme Court to consider case that could undermine Roe v. Wade: The power of ideas and steps to biblical thinking
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could undermine Roe v. Wade. In The Daily Article for May 18, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains this…
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Pet tiger recaptured in Houston: Trusting God's word when we do not understand his ways
A tiger that had been wandering around a Houston neighborhood for several days has been found safe. In The Daily Article for May 17, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison…
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"This is something that is new, this is horrific, this is unbearable": The latest on the conflict in Israel and four biblical responses
Violence in Israel is escalating into street riots across the country. In The Daily Article for May 14, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains why this is different…
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Liz Cheney removed by Republicans from leadership role: The "story behind the story" in politics, Israel, culture, and our souls
Republicans removed Liz Cheney from her leadership post in the House of Representatives yesterday. In The Daily Article for May 13, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison…
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Biden administration will require hospitals to provide sex-change procedures: A brilliant book explains our cultural moment
The Department of Health and Human Services has announced that it will require healthcare organizations to provide transgender services such as sex-change…
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Rocket attacks and violent riots escalating in Jerusalem: The one pathway to true peace
Rocket attacks and violent riots are escalating in Jerusalem. In The Daily Article for May 11, 2021, Dr. Jim Denison explains the historic and cultural…
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"Rainbow Disney Collection" will honor LGBTQ Pride Month: How and why to be the "visible presence" of God in the world
The Rainbow Disney Collection features T-shirts, Mickey Mouse ears, mugs, and baby apparel adorned with rainbows in anticipation of LGBTQ Pride Month. In The…