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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
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How Democrats and Republicans differ on impeachment: ‘Ideas shape the course of history’
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 10, 2019 The disparate ways Democrats and Republicans view impeachment highlights the power of ideas to shape culture. Today's…
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A man who nearly died at Pearl Harbor has been buried there: An inspiring story of courage that compels our best
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 09, 2019 A man who nearly died at the USS Arizona was buried there last Saturday. Today's podcast considers his courage and that…
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An apocalyptic asteroid and a shortage of french fries: Embracing the peace that ‘surpasses all understanding’
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 6, 2019 A shortage of French fries feels more real to us than a possible asteroid strike. Today's podcast explores the…
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How James Bond got his name: Summarizing effective ministry in seven words
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 5, 2019 The popularity of James Bond says much about our culture. Today's podcast explores this theme and invites us to embrace…
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What is the word of the year? How to make ‘the most enduring impact you can leave on earth’
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 4, 2019 The "word of the year" for 2019 says much about our culture. Today's podcast explores a theme that explains the…
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Greg Abbott responds to ‘God put you in a wheelchair’ tweet: Paying the price to change someone’s life today
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 3, 2019 Gov. Greg Abbott and Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic are in the news for the right reasons. Today's podcast tells…
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From ‘Christmas Parade’ to ‘Winter Parade’: Two ways to experience the power of Christ this Christmas season
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 2, 2019 Renaming Christmas trees and parades has become a staple of the news. Today's podcast explores this trend and invites us…
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Some surprising Black Friday facts: How to be grateful for what we do not yet have
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 29, 2019 Black Friday shifts our focus from what we have to what we do not have. Today's podcast explores a spiritual principle…
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The world's most expensive Thanksgiving dinner and a surprising example of transforming gratitude
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 27, 2019 Thanksgiving is a wonderful and surprising tradition. Today's podcast discusses an unlikely source for transforming…
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Paralyzed Army veteran completes marathon in robotic exoskeleton: The power of public gratitude
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 27, 2019 A paralyzed veteran and an NFL player who honors his blind mother highlight the power of public gratitude. Today's…
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Megachurch pastor killed on way home from church: Thanking God when it’s hard to be grateful
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 26, 2019 A megachurch pastor was killed while driving home, while a pilot hanging upside down in his airplane was rescued…
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‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood’: Why emulating Fred Rogers is so compelling today
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 25, 2019 Dr. Jim Denison saw "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood" on Friday. Today's podcast explains why he urges you…
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School district forces females to share locker room with biological males who identify as ‘girls’: Three biblical imperatives
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 22, 2019 The issue of transgender locker rooms highlights the escalating culture wars of our day. Today's podcast explores three…
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New York State prevents churches from making employment decisions based on pro-life commitments: Answering God’s call to courage
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 21, 2019 The State of New York recently enacted a bill that prevents religious employers from making employment decisions based…
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Pete Buttigieg now leads in New Hampshire: Biblical responses to the popularity of the first openly gay presidential candidate
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 20, 2019 The popularity of Pete Buttigieg illustrates the growing acceptance of same-sex marriage in America. Today's podcast…
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Chick-fil-A Foundation will no longer donate to Salvation Army and FCA: A question and two important facts
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 19, 2019 The Chick-fil-A Foundation made headlines yesterday when it announced that it will no longer support The Salvation Army…
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Four people killed at family gathering in Fresno: Why we need to emulate the kindness of Tom Hanks
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 18, 2019 Tom Hanks is making news, not just for who he plays in movies but for who he is in real life. Today's podcast tells his…
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Why do we hiccup? Some surprising unsolved mysteries and the bias against religion
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 15, 2019 The bias against religion in our culture leaves us without the divine revelation we need to live well. Today's podcast…
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Ellie Goulding threatens to boycott Salvation Army benefit at Dallas Cowboys halftime show: The pervasive power of personal influence
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 14, 2019 Ellie Goulding's announcement that she will boycott a Salvation Army benefit concert highlights the pervasive power of…
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How a church removed a mountain: A conversation with Pastor Patrick Miller
In this bonus episode of The Daily Article Podcast, Dr. Jim Denison speaks with Pastor Patrick Miller, who was inspired by a Daily Article to do something…
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Karen Pence’s powerful analogy for religious liberty: How and why to speak the truth in love
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 13, 2019 Karen Pence is in the news for defending religious freedom with a powerful analogy that is relevant to our…
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More Americans have cohabited than married: The risks of disobeying Scripture and the promise of redeeming grace
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 12, 2019 For the first time, more Americans have cohabited than been married. Today's podcast explores the results of this trend…
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The Mercury transit and Veterans Day: “The nation must be as loyal to them as they are to the nation”
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 11, 2019 Why is Veterans Day less understood and celebrated than would seem appropriate? Today's podcast addresses this question…
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What makes this Homecoming King and Queen so special? Valuing every life as much as God does
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 8, 2019 A Homecoming King and Queen chosen last week in California is making news. Today's podcast tells their story, discusses…
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The faith of Kanye West: Two biblical responses to celebrity conversions
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 7, 2019 Kanye West's conversion and new Christian album are making national headlines. Today's podcast tells the story of his…
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Employee saves man who falls on train track, video goes viral: The irony of sacrificial courage
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 6, 2019 An employee who saved a man on a train track is a parable on the urgency of courage. Today's podcast explores reasons we…
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Will new adoption rule ‘discriminate’ against LGBTQ people? The best way to prepare for the future
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 5, 2019 A conflict is escalating over new rules permitting Christian organizations to arrange adoptions based on faith…
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Why Matthew McConaughey made headlines: ‘Golden Rule 2020’ and the power of kindness
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 4, 2019 Matthew McConaughey made headlines recently for a reason we should all emulate. Today's podcast discusses the importance…
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Joe Biden denied communion because of abortion stance: Speaking truth in a ‘post-truth’ culture
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 1, 2019 A priest in South Carolina made national headlines when he denied communion to Joe Biden. Today's podcast explores the…
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A Colossal Flaming Jack-O’-Lantern in the sky: Explaining ghosts and living by transforming truth
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 31, 2019 Halloween is not just a popular holiday—it points to the remarkable popularity of belief in the paranormal. Today's…
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Baby born in laundry room as tornado touched down in Texas: Serving God and others with humble excellence
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 30, 2019 Natural disasters and technological advances are dominating the news. Today's podcast invites us to pursue intellectual…
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The martyrdom of Kayla Mueller: The transforming power of courage
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 28, 2019 The US operation that led to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's death was dedicated to Kayla Mueller. Today's podcast tells her…
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The death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: 4 steps to defeating ISIS
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 28, 2019 The death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dominating the news. Today's podcast explains his significance and discusses four…
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Dad nearly loses battle to save son from gender transition: The cure for discouragement in difficult times
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 25, 2019 Jeffrey Younger brought a lawsuit against his ex-wife, Anne Georgulas, because the latter believes her son, James…
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Museum camera reveals cancer, saves woman’s life: The simple way to shift eternity
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 24, 2019 The museum camera that saved Bal Gill’s life was intended to be little more than a source of amusement and an attraction…
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John MacArthur tells Beth Moore ‘Go home’: 3 ways to disagree better
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 23, 2019 Last week, while on a panel discussion, Baptist pastor John MacArthur was asked for a "pithy" response to…
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‘More Christian than baseball player’: How Anthony Rendon balances faith and fame
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 22, 2019 The 2019 World Series starts tonight, pitting the Houston Astros against the Washington Nationals. While there are many…
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Meghan Markle’s ‘gut-wrenching’ interview: How to notice the hurt in others
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 21, 2019 Meghan Markle's recent admission that she's "not OK" conveys a sense of isolation and an unspoken cry for help…
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Jury awards $450,000 to father of Sandy Hook victim: Changing the world by retreating from the world
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 18, 2019 We've been discussing this week the fact that ideas change the world. Today's podcast shows us that we must also retreat…
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Two Holocaust survivors reunited after 75 years: A commitment that changes everything
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 17, 2019 The Holocaust illustrates the fact that ideas change the world. Today's podcast considers several examples of this…
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Baby girl buried alive in India and sex trafficking in Dallas: The power (and hope) of ideas
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 16, 2019 The response to Attorney General Barr's recent address illustrates the moral crisis of our day. Today's podcast examines…
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William Barr’s statement at Notre Dame: My perspective and God’s call to courage
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 15, 2019 William Barr expressed well the moral crisis of our day. Today's podcast explains this challenge and calls us to the…
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All three capitals of the Confederacy now have black mayors: Bending the ‘arc of the moral universe’
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 14, 2019 The "arc of the moral universe" must be bent toward justice. Today's podcast examines reasons why Christians…
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Criticism of President Trump’s Syria decision escalates: How should Christians relate to him?
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 11, 2019 Criticism of President Trump's Syria decision is escalating. Today's podcast asks how we should relate to the president…
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Tennessee governor proclaims today a ‘Day of Prayer, Humility, and Fasting’: The transforming power of intercession
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 10, 2019 The governor of Tennessee issued a proclamation making today a Day of Prayer, Humility, and Fasting. Today's podcast…
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In-N-Out Burger owner uses her company to glorify God
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 9, 2019 The owner of In-N-Out Burger and a judge in Texas are in the news for their courageous faith. Today's podcast tells their…
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Texas cheerleader saves choking boy: The motivating power of gratitude
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 8, 2019 A Texas cheerleader used her medical training to save a young boy. Today's podcast discusses her courage and invites us…
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NFL player fined for wearing 'Man of God' headband: The key to transformative courage
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 00, 2019 New Orleans Saints linebacker Demario Davis modeled the kind of public faith Scripture commends. Today's podcast…
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Brother of murder victim forgives woman who shot him: Refuting the secularization thesis through courageous compassion
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 4, 2019 This week, the brother of Botham Jean forgave the woman who killed him. Today's podcast discusses such courageous…
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Drew Brees attacked for supporting ‘Bring Your Bible to School Day’: Do non-Christians need Jesus?
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 3, 2019 It is extremely countercultural today to claim that non-Christians need faith in Christ. Today's podcast explores this…
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Iran’s top general says wiping Israel off the map is achievable: The surprising location of the world’s fastest-growing church
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 2, 2019 The growth of the church in Iran is a modern-day miracle. Today's podcast explores three reasons for this spiritual…
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‘Miracle Baby of Dachau’ dies: God will lead you where he can best use you
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR OCTOBER 1, 2019 Helga Page's story reminds us that every child is a miracle. Today's podcast invites us to seek God's heart for those he…
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Rosh Hashanah and Chuck Colson’s impeachment wisdom: Three urgent questions as I return from Israel
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 I am returning from Israel today with the persecution of the Jews and the political climate of America on my heart…
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NASA to build telescope to find killer asteroids: Finding hope for an uncertain future
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 NASA plans to build a telescope to detect "killer asteroids" before it's too late. Today's podcast explores…
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The latest on impeachment: Two biblical imperatives
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 The House impeachment inquiry is dominating the news. Today's podcast surveys the issues involved and calls us to…
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Three sisters who fought the Nazis: How compassion changes those who change the world
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 25, 2019 Three sisters who fought the Nazis and commuters who helped an out-of-work vendor show us the impulse for compassion…
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Bachelorette party turns into mission trip: How social media is changing the way we experience reality
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 Social media is changing the way we experience reality. Today's podcast explores the good and bad sides of this fact…
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The latest on the Emmy Awards: How to win the ‘crown of life’
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 23, 2019 The 2019 Emmys were awarded last night. Today's podcast discusses the relationship between popularity and holiness in…
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Airline mechanic accused of plane sabotage may have ties to ISIS
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 20, 2019 God works through bad times and good times to advance his kingdom. Today's podcast explores ways his Spirit is moving…
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Coach turns down ‘significant’ raise: The ‘Five Pillars’ of true prosperity
THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR SEPTEMBER 19, 2019 A national championship-winning coach is making headlines not just for what he does but for who he is. Today's podcast…