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The Republican presidential debate and our fascination with the Roman Empire

Last night, Janet and I watched the second Republican presidential debate. The seven participants took aim at each other, President Biden for his perceived failings, and former President Donald Trump for not attending. While our ministry does not endorse candidates,…

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Biblical living

Why believe in God?

Jim Denison, PhD

FILE - The Capitol is seen in Washington, Monday, Sept. 25, 2023. The U.S. government faces a shutdown unless Congress manages to overcome a budget impasse before the Sept. 30 funding deadline. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

The Daily Article

How a government shutdown could impact you

Jim Denison, PhD

FILE - With the U.S. Capitol in the background, a person waves a rainbow flag as they participant in a rally in support of the LGBTQIA+ community at Freedom Plaza, Saturday, June 12, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana, File). A leaked Department of Veterans Affairs training video instructs staff to confirm that men can get pregnant.

The Daily Article

Government training video claims men can get pregnant

Jim Denison, PhD

Colorado head coach Deion Sanders walks onto the field before an NCAA football game against Oregon, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman)

Church leadership

Beware the temptation of the celebrity pastor

Jim Denison, PhD

The Daily Article

The Republican presidential debate and our fascination with the Roman Empire

Jim Denison, PhD

Church leadership

Can We Talk? The Journey of Oak Hills Church: An excerpt from “Pivot”

Scot McKnight

FILE - Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., waves to members of the media, Monday, April 17, 2023, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File). Amid controversy, Chuck Schumer announced a relaxation of the Senate dress code to accommodate Sen. John Fetterman's refusal to wear a suit.

The Daily Article

The latest on Sen. Fetterman and the dress code controversy: “We are defining deviancy ever downward”

Jim Denison, PhD

Biblical living

Proving Christianity: Homicide detective J. Warner Wallace discusses updated, expanded “Cold-Case Christianity”

Denison Forum

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Andy Stanley’s controversial Unconditional Conference and how to live biblically in a post-Christian culture

Ryan Denison, PhD

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Popular culture

Designed for generosity: An excerpt from “Money in the Light of Eternity” by Art Rainer

Art Rainer

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“Golda”: The smoke, fire, and ultimate surprise of the Helen Mirren-led Golda Meir film

Chris Elkins

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The Bible and the Civil Rights Movement: An excerpt from “The Ballot and the Bible” by Kaitlyn Schiess

Kaitlyn Schiess

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Imagine an alien: The prologue to “A Meaningful World” by Jonathan Witt and Benjamin Wiker

Dr. Jonathan Witt

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MLB’s Faith and Family events can expand our view of evangelism

Ryan Denison, PhD

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Michael Oher, of “The Blind Side” fame, sues Tuohy family over conservatorship

Ryan Denison, PhD

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Designed for generosity: An excerpt from “Money in the Light of Eternity” by Art Rainer

Art Rainer

Book reviews and excerpts

The Bible and the Civil Rights Movement: An excerpt from “The Ballot and the Bible” by Kaitlyn Schiess

Kaitlyn Schiess

Book reviews and excerpts

Imagine an alien: The prologue to “A Meaningful World” by Jonathan Witt and Benjamin Wiker

Dr. Jonathan Witt

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Book reviews and excerpts

The Judeo-Christian origins of modern science: An excerpt from “Return of the God Hypothesis” by Stephen C. Meyer

Stephen Meyer

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Biblical living

Proving Christianity: Homicide detective J. Warner Wallace discusses updated, expanded “Cold-Case Christianity”

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Biblical living

Money in the Light of Eternity: A conversation with Art Rainer

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Biblical living

The Micah Mandate: The Micah 6:8 blueprint for moral leadership in a fallen world

Steve Yount

Biblical living

How to be a good citizen of heaven and America: A conversation with Jim Denison

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Biblical living

To stop suicide every 40 seconds: Jacob Coyne with Stay Here discusses Christ-centered suicide prevention

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Biblical living

The truth about triggers: What the church needs to know about trauma

Erin Kerry

Chris Broussard, FOX Sports announcer and the founder of The K.I.N.G. Movement, sits next to Dr. Matthew Daniels, founder of Good of All. The two have released "Share the Dream," a video Bible study resource based on the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Images courtesy of HarperChristian Resources.

Biblical living

Choosing to be a people of conscience in times of injustice

Chris Broussard

Dr. Jonathan Witt joins The Denison Forum Podcast to discuss this central question of his book, A Meaningful World: How the Arts and Sciences Reveal the Genius of Nature.

Biblical living

How the arts and sciences reveal God’s genius: Dr. Jonathan Witt discusses “A Meaningful World”

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What does the Bible say about transgenderism?

Our culture is confused about sexuality. For many, we permit—if not celebrate—nearly all forms of sexual expression. Currently, transgenderism presents a thoroughly unique movement. But what does the Bible say about transgender people?

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Proving Christianity: Homicide detective J. Warner Wallace discusses updated, expanded “Cold-Case Christianity”

Denison Forum

Podcast

Money in the Light of Eternity: A conversation with Art Rainer

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Podcast

How to be a good citizen of heaven and America: A conversation with Jim Denison

Denison Forum

Podcast

To stop suicide every 40 seconds: Jacob Coyne with Stay Here discusses Christ-centered suicide prevention

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Podcast

How the arts and sciences reveal God’s genius: Dr. Jonathan Witt discusses “A Meaningful World”

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Podcast

How can doubt and disbelief become transforming faith? A conversation with Alister McGrath

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In "Chasing Proof, Finding Faith," Dr. Tom Rudelius chronicles his conversion to Christianity while still wrestling with doubt.

Podcast

What happens when a theoretical physicist meets God? A conversation with Dr. Tom Rudelius

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Podcast

“Return of the God Hypothesis”: A conversation with Dr. Stephen Meyer

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