The Daily Article

Every day brings news of medical challenges, diseases, pandemics, and the like. Many people might think that an ancient book like the Bible would have little to say on this contemporary subject. But what does the Bible say about medicine? How should Christians balance medicine and miracles, human help and faith? How can we help those in medical need today? Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum an...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 14, 2020 The Pfizer coronavirus vaccine has begun distribution. Today's podcast explores two associated issues: whether taking the vaccine endorses abortion, and how the vaccine relates to loving our neighbors. 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,...

Grace is one of the most commonly used but misunderstood concepts in the Bible. What does God's word say about this vital subject? Why is it hard for us to understand and experience grace? How can Christians be grace-givers in a world desperate for grace today? Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum answers these questions as he looks at what the Bible says about grace. To be notified of the l...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 11, 2020 An Israeli official claims that the US is in touch with extraterrestrials on Mars. Today's podcast tells this story, then we focus on God's love for humans on earth, selfless acts of charity, and the power in experiencing and sharing the grace of Christ. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day b...

In Galatians 5:22–23, the Apostle Paul wrote that "the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law." What is this fruit? How can Christians experience the fruit of the Spirit every day? And why is experiencing this fruit so important to the Christian life and witness? Dr. Jim Denison with...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 10, 2020 A ten-year-old leukemia patient has designed a sweatshirt to raise funds for fellow pediatric cancer patients. Today's podcast tells her story, then we focus on other good news in the news, identify joy as a choice, and discover three steps to true joy. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr....

On November 12, 2020, Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito warned that "religious liberty is fast becoming a disfavored right." Why is this such an issue today? Is religious freedom a biblical concept? How can Christians best use religious freedom? Join Dr. Jim Denison as he discusses these questions while seeking what the Bible says about freedom. To be notified of the latest videos from wh...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 9, 2020 More than one in four Americans think the presidential election was illegitimate. Today's podcast considers four options for those who agree, then we focus on biblical and early Christian precedents that point the way forward for believers. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison....

What does it mean to be humble? What does it mean not to be humble? Can you attain humility? If so, how? And why is humility an essential aspect of the Christian life? Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum answers these questions as he seeks what the Bible says about humility. To watch the video from which this audio was taken, subscribe to the Denison Forum YouTube channel at youtube.com/denison...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 8, 2020 An entrepreneur turning PPE into bricks and a woman whose arm was nearly severed by a tiger are making the news. Today's podcast tells their stories, then we focus on the hidden danger facing those who listen to a podcast like this and the path to God's best for our lives and influence. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical com...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 7, 2020 A grandmother made headlines when she shot a buck through her kitchen window. Today's podcast tells her story, then we focus on the need for courage in facing threats from Iran and China and compassion in responding to "the worst event this country will face." ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of...

The person who said that only death and taxes are inevitable should have added a third category: temptation. We all face temptation every day. But why? Why does an all-knowing, all-loving, all-powerful God allow temptation? God is obviously stronger than Satan or our fallen world. It would seem he could remove temptation from our lives. So why does he allow it? Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison For...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 4, 2020 A couple was forced to cancel their big wedding, so they gave Thanksgiving dinners to the needy. Today's podcast tells their story, then we focus on reasons to choose the obedience that leads to the freedom found only in the kindness of God. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison....

Who is the Holy Spirit? Why does he matter to living the Christian life? When Jesus said, "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you" in Acts 1:8, what did he mean? How can a Christian experience more of the Holy Spirit? And why should Christians seek to experience the power of the Holy Spirit every day? Dr. Jim Denison with the Denison Forum answers these questions as...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 3, 2020 An event that has not occurred in eight centuries is making news. Today's podcast tells us what is about to happen, then we focus on Jesus as the creator and king of the universe and the privilege and urgency of making him our king each day. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr. Jim Denison....

Why should we pray to an all-knowing, all-loving, all-powerful God? If he knows what we need and is loving and powerful enough to meet our needs, why ask him? And how exactly does God hear all of our prayers? Dr. Jim Denison answers these compelling questions as he discusses what the Bible says about the power of prayer. To watch this via video, subscribe to the Denison Forum YouTube channel at yo...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 2, 2020 A dear Cuban friend's suffering for his faith causes me to wonder if I would pay a similar price for mine. Today's podcast discusses the rising persecution of our day, the courage of Christians who defended the faith I proclaim, and the courageous power of intimacy with Jesus. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on...

When people suffer, compassion is one of the most relevant and practical ways that Christians can respond. As Dr. Randel Everett has said, "I have no right to preach the gospel to a hungry person." What does it mean to be compassionate? How is compassion different from pity? Why does God ask us to be compassionate? And how can we practice compassion for those who need it? Dr. Jim Denison a...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR DECEMBER 1, 2020 A man in Arkansas put a Black Santa Claus on his lawn and received an anonymous racist note. Today's podcast responds to such cowardly hate by focusing on God's call to love as we are loved, an invitation to share the compassion that shapes our souls. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of the day by Dr...

In the midst of a pandemic, it's difficult to seek joy. When discouragement, depression, and anxiety rise with each passing day, it's challenging to see the light at the end of a long tunnel. And it's OK for us to ask God, "Why?" It's OK to ask, "Where is joy to be found?" In fact, does God promise his people that they will always be happy, no matter their circumsta...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 30, 2020 Alex Trebek explained his success on Jeopardy! by his commitment to be the show's host rather than its star. Today's podcast explores the difference, then we focus on the significance of making Christmas about Christ and the joy we can offer the world as a result. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Article is a daily biblical commentary on the news of...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 27, 2020 Thomas Merton noted: "The real reason why so few men believe in God is that they have ceased to believe that even a God can love them." Today's podcast discusses some ways people are loving others in these challenging days, then we focus on reasons living for heaven changes lives on earth and decide whether we will offer the gifts of "care, l...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 26, 2020 President Abraham Lincoln issued a national Thanksgiving proclamation in 1863 during the bloodiest war in American history. Today's podcast tells this story, then we focus on a biblical miracle and the grateful response that led to a man's complete healing, closing with a remarkable LIFE magazine story about the power of true gratitude. ABOUT THE DEN...

THE DAILY ARTICLE FOR NOVEMBER 25, 2020 Scientific American lists its "top 10 emerging technologies of 2020," including "spatial computing." Today's podcast surveys coming innovations, then we focus on God's plans for our future, three reasons for gratitude in the present, and the practical consequences of living for heaven on earth. ABOUT THE DENISON FORUM The Daily Articl...

The Bible tells us to "give thanks in all circumstances" in 1 Thessalonians 5:18. But our circumstances can make it difficult to give thanks. What does the Bible say about the reality of suffering? Why does an all-knowing, all-loving, all-powerful God allow such suffering? And is there a foundational principle that helps us in hard places? Dr. Jim Denison answers these questions as he disc...