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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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The border wall: Pros and cons and 3 biblical facts
The border wall is one of the most divisive issues in American politics. Today's podcast examines arguments for and against the wall, then focuses on three…
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"The legend of Trevor Lawrence has only just begun"
There is always good news in the news. Today's podcast focuses on the faith of Trevor Lawrence and offers biblical insights for living with significance. For…
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A toothbrush can clean your teeth in 10 seconds
Technological progress shows the capacity of humans for great achievement. However, as today's podcast shows, we need to embrace a "primal identity"…
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Was George Washington a failure?
Bad news in the news can be discouraging. Today's podcast focuses on spiritual resilience, offering three steps to experiencing God's redemption of our…
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What Mitt Romney's niece thought of his editorial on Trump
As the ongoing conflict in Washington over the border wall illustrates, we view life through the prism of our values. Today's podcast answers the question…
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The most distant object ever visited by a spacecraft
Human achievement and cosmic magnificence can turn our focus from the Creator to his creation. Today's podcast shows us why and how to live and work in the…
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Beginning the year with the most powerful essay I've ever read
As people around the world make New Year's resolutions, what commitment should be at the top of our list? Today's podcast explores the most powerful essay I've…
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Five of the worst predictions in history
Even the best minds cannot predict the future. Today's podcast invites us to build our lives on the consistency of God's love and faithfulness. Also, this is…
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Veteran visits wife's grave over 1,300 times
Adversity is an opportunity. Today's podcast shows us three ways we can redeem our challenges in the new year for God's glory and our good. For more news…
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Why did the Dow soar more than a thousand points?
Each day's news illustrates the unpredictability of our world. Today's podcast shows us the biblical path to facing the future with purpose in the present. For…
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Man fills 18-wheeler with toys for Christmas
Jesus' second coming is as certain as his first. Today's podcast shows us how to prepare for Christ to return in a way that redeems every day with joy. For…
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A Christmas Message from Dr. Denison
The Christmas story is so familiar that it's easy to lose sight of the miracle of grace that happened in Bethlehem two thousand years ago. So, let's revisit…
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What Apollo 8 told the Earth 50 years ago today
How do we reconcile the tragedies of our world with the love of our Creator? Today's podcast shows us why Jesus came to earth and how to give him the one gift…
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Girl with brain tumor: From no cure to no trace
Tomorrow is promised to no one. Today's podcast shows us how and why to live each day in close communion with Jesus. For more news discerned differently, or to…
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Christian baker being sued again
Our culture judges Christ by Christians. Today's podcast shows us how to reflect the character of Jesus in a skeptical day. For more news discerned…
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What Beth Moore and Max Lucado have in common
God's word and love apply to every dimension of our lives and every need we face. Today's podcast invites us to follow Jesus' example by loving others as he…
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Russian social media campaigns targeted Christians
Courage isn't enough to change our post-Christian culture. Today's podcast explores the importance of compassion and offers a biblical path to the humility it…
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Miss Spain makes history at Miss Universe
It takes unprecedented courage to defend biblical morality. Today's podcast invites us to the sacrificial obedience that positions us to receive God's best for…
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Foul-mouthed Santa frightens children
Our culture seems to celebrate Christmas without Christ. Today's podcast responds to contemporary "spirituality" and offers a biblical way to…
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School principal forbids Christmas decorations
A secular culture prefers spirituality that requires no repentance and offers only affirmation. Today's podcast discusses the "chief danger" we face…
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How should parents handle technology at home?
New studies indicate a significant and dangerous relationship between screen use and children's brains. Today's podcast explores this problem and offers…
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Teacher fired for not using transgender student's preferred pronoun
A teacher in Virginia has been fired for refusing to use a transgender student's preferred pronoun. Today's podcast asks how Christians should respond when…
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Facebook tribute to 'the man in 2D' goes viral
We write our own eulogy one day at a time. Today's podcast explores the eternal significance of present faithfulness. For more news discerned differently, or…
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Welcoming William Wells Denison into the world
My fourth grandchild was born yesterday. Our family is thrilled and blessed. Today's podcast explores the importance of physical and spiritual birth and…
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"A twentieth-century founding father"
George H. W. Bush's state funeral was one of the most moving services I have ever witnessed. Today's podcast examines his commitment to his life purpose and…
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One hero salutes another: A video I hope you'll see
President George H. W. Bush is being remembered for his remarkable kindness and humble spirit. Today's podcast examines the power of such character and calls…
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Man tries to rescue Christmas decoration
George H. W. Bush was prepared for his death, a subject our culture avoids. In response, today's podcast invites us to focus on the relationship that matters…
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George H. W. Bush's last words
George H. W. Bush is being remembered today not just for his astounding achievements but especially for his personal character. Today's podcast examines his…
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My visit to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, DC
The Museum of the Bible is a powerful witness in the heart of our nation's capital. Today's podcast discusses the fact that one person can change the world and…
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Twitter blocks writer for saying 'men aren't women'
David French is right: "The culture wars are exhausting and divisive." However, as today's podcast shows, courageous and compassionate Christians can…
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Are "designer babies" here?
Please listen to our Giving Tuesday update and find out how your generosity is helping to build a global movement of culture-changing Christians. Today's…
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The Santa Clausification of Christmas
Listen to this exciting news about the #GivingTuesday goal, the offer of a matching grant, and ways you can help more people discern news from a biblical…
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Indian authorities trying to recover body of US missionary
The Bible clearly teaches that lost people need Jesus, a conviction our culture rejects. Today's podcast discusses the death of an American missionary and…
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Why is today called 'Black Friday'?
Expressing thanks can be a powerful witness in a chaotic culture. Today's podcast explores biblical principles and practical wisdom from noted Christian…
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Six ways to instantly become a more positive person
God's word calls us to give thanks "in all circumstances" (1 Thessalonians 5:18), but also to give thanks "always and for everything"…
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Why did Abraham Lincoln pardon a turkey?
When we look for God's hand in our daily lives, we are inspired to live with gratitude for his grace. This podcast invites us to explore our Father's…
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Why AD 536 was the worst year in history
It can be hard to be grateful in hard times. Today's podcast shows us why God calls us to "give thanks in all circumstances" and invites us to…
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Why doesn't Disney World celebrate Thanksgiving?
In the Christmas rush, it's easy to miss the significance of Thanksgiving. Today's podcast offers two biblical ways to make this week's holiday the holy day…
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Gospel Powered Prison Reform
In a rare reminder that sometimes helping people can be more important than maintaining party lines. President Trump joined with members on both sides of the…
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Why are Hate Crimes on the Rise?
The FBI recently announced that reported hate crimes in the United States increased by 17% and 2017.
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Fighting Fires and Fighting Dragons
The wildfires raging through California continue to dominate headlines today.
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What Saturday Night Live Taught America About Forgiveness
Saturday Night Live, a show built around commenting on current events through satire and attempts at humor, some more successful than others, is rarely know…
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Chip and Joanna Gaines returning to TV
Our life is our message. Today's podcast discusses the influence of Chip and Joanna Gaines and the remarkable legacy of Billy Graham, offering biblical ways we…
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"Liberal icon" fractures 3 ribs in fall
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg is one of the most polarizing figures in American culture. Today's podcast examines reasons for our divisive views of…
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At least 12 killed in California nightclub
The tragedy in California is just the latest mass shooting in America this year. Today's podcast examines the fundamental question facing our country and…
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My response to the midterm election
Now that the Democrats have won the House and the Republicans have retained the Senate, what's ahead for America? Today's podcast examines the belief at the…
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Comedian ridicules wounded veteran
Why is our culture so divisive? Today's podcast identifies three reasons for the acrimony of our day and shows us how to respond in ways that honor our Lord…
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Congressman forgives teenager who threatened to kill him
Our culture is more divided politically than I can remember. Today's podcast explores the power of compassion and invites us to respond to animosity with…
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Meet a modern-day faith hero
Biblical faith and morality are increasingly under threat. Today's podcast identifies reasons our culture opposes biblical truth and encourages us to learn…
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How I felt when I voted yesterday
These are challenging times for our nation. Today's podcast explores reasons why culture-changing Christians are needed and offers a biblical path to the…
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Do you live in "Hauntington"?
Americans are fascinated with the occult. Today's podcast offers reasons for this phenomenon and offers a biblical response that redeems Halloween and leads to…
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Holocaust survivor escaped death in Pittsburgh
We are commanded to "pray for the peace of Jerusalem!" (Psalm 122:6). This podcast explores three ways Christians should respond to the rising…
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"The darkest hour in our city's history"
Hate crimes seem to be escalating in America. This podcast examines the motives behind such violence and offers three biblical responses. For more news…
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FBI analyzing bombs sent to prominent Democrats
The bombs sent recently to political figures are cowardly and deplorable. This podcast offers a surprising biblical solution to the sinfulness of the human…
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Two migrant groups now headed for US border
No nation's future is guaranteed. This podcast examines the ways God judges nations and shows us how to be a people he can bless. For more news discerned…
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"One of the largest Viking ship graves ever found"
My travels in Israel remind me that history means different things to different cultures. Today's podcast invites us to join our Father in making…
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What would you do with $1.6 billion?
Why does the Bible warn us about materialism? Today's podcast invites us to manage our money biblically for God's glory and our good. For more news discerned…
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How you can own Marie Antoinette's jewels
Celebrity and security cannot meet the deepest longing of our souls. This podcast shows us how to experience the transforming reality of the living Lord Jesus…
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Witches will hex Justice Kavanaugh tomorrow
Why is occultism on the rise today? This podcast explores the temptation behind this satanic strategy and invites us into a transformational, daily…
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Why a journalist's disappearance is globally significant
The disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi threatens stability in the Middle East and the global economy. This podcast explains why this issue matters to…