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28/03/2025

Does the Signal leak portend problems for Trump and Vance?

Be a Denison Forum Frontline Partner Earlier this week, The Atlantic’s Jeffrey Goldberg released the full text chain of the group chat he was mistakenly included in by National Security Advisor Michael Waltz. One of the more revealing aspects of the Signal chat was how Vice President JD Vance pushed against the attack, calling the idea “a mistake” and questioning whether Trump was fully aware of “how inconsistent this is with his message on Europe right now.” Do Vance’s comments in what was intended to be a private setting portend trouble for the administration, or could they be a sign of something else? About Denison Forum and The Daily Article Today's Daily Article was written by Dr. Jim Denison and narrated by Chris Elkins. You can read this article on our website. You may also receive it in your inbox by subscribing to our newsletter. NOTE: Denison Forum is a fully donor-funded nonprofit ministry. To support our calling, please donate today. Conner and Micah went into much greater detail on this story and the lessons we should take from it in this week’s episode of Culture Brief, while Dr. Jim Denison discussed what occurred in Wednesday’s Daily Article.

28/03/2025

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6 min
25/06/2025

Why is wisdom a powerful weapon?

Those who do the work of the ministry understand that we are increasingly at “war” with the values and goals the world teaches. One of the earliest pictures in Scripture is the battle between Cain and Abel. Throughout Scripture we see God’s people advancing his cause through battles and defending their cause for the sake of his Kingdom purpose. Paul wrote, “For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ” (Galatians 1:10). If you want to serve God, it will be difficult not to accrue some animosity along the way. That’s why the advice of Proverbs 24:5–6 should be considered and highly valued. The proverb teaches God’s people to be wise because that places us at a position of strength and might. A person who knows God has increased their spiritual power so they can “wage war” against the world’s ideas that are counter to God’s plans and priorities. Satan has always been and will always be at work in the world perverting or redefining God’s word and will. God’s wisdom is our best guidance that will help us wage war against Satan and his armies. We don’t wage war alone. As the author of the proverbs says, “In an abundance of counselors there is victory.” The armed services have a “ranking” system for a reason. Some soldiers have the wisdom and experience to lead others into a battle and are given positions like sergeants, generals, or admirals. Others go to battle by following the direction of others. Victory depends on everyone fulfilling their important role. You have probably sung the hymn lyric, “Onward Christian soldiers, marching as to war, with the cross of Jesus, going on before.” Christians are to follow our Lord into whatever battle he calls us toward. We are called to be soldiers and serve our General. We serve in an army that has already been promised victory. Good advice and careful instruction provide wisdom. As we gain wisdom, we gain spiritual might and, when necessary, we are able to wage war against anything that stands against God’s truth. We can sing the wisdom of the hymn hearing the call, “onward Christian soldier.” Wisdom is our powerful weapon in an important war.

25/06/2025

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4 min
24/04/2025

The Pope’s death, Big Tech monopolies, NFL draft & a coffee hot take | Ep. 16

Join Conner Jones and guest host Josh Miller on this week's episode of Culture Brief. With Micah on vacation, Josh joins Conner as they discuss the significant passing of Pope Francis and his progressive papacy, the intriguing process of electing a new pope, and the impact of antitrust cases against tech giants like Google, Apple, Meta, and Amazon with a focus on the significance of humility. Josh also delivers a fiery hot take on a common American coffee habit and the guys offer quick insights into this weekend’s NFL draft! Topics(00:31): Special guest: Josh Miller(02:22): Remembering Pope Francis(04:18): The Conclave process(09:40): Pope Francis' legacy(19:16): Big Tech antitrust trials(27:23): Google's market dominance(28:50): Chrome and Safari: browser wars(30:42): The power of Big Tech(34:09): AI and the future of search(39:33): Coffee hot take(43:11): Updates on trade wars and the economy(46:06): NFL draft and sports highlights(49:10): ConclusionResourcesMailbag: culturebrief@denisonforum.orgSubscribe to The Daily Article by Dr. Jim DenisonCulture Brief on InstagramPope Francis dies at the age of eighty-eightThe life and legacy of Pope FrancisPope Francis calls for same-sex civil unions: Why this is so important and how to respond biblicallyWhy I hope you won’t see “Conclave”Pope Francis allows priests to bless same-sex couplesWhy should the death of Pope Francis matter to Protestants?Pope Francis, groundbreaking leader of Catholic Church, dies at age 88 - CBS NewsWhat Happens After the Pope Dies? A Visual Timeline of Rituals and Traditions - The New York TimesConclaves through time - the long and short | EuronewsThe Justice Department and Google battle over how to fix a search engine monopoly : NPRU.S. Asks Judge to Break Up Google - The New York TimesGoogle could use AI to extend search monopoly, DOJ says as trial begins | ReutersJustice Department Sues Monopolist Google For Violating Antitrust LawsThe Best Quotes from Pope Francis During His Pontificate - ExaudiE.U. Takes Aim at Big Tech’s Power With Landmark Digital Act - The New York TimesAcademy Sets New Oscars Rules for 2025: You Need to Watch All Nominated Films to Vote in a Category About Josh MillerJosh Miller is the Chief of Staff and Chief Strategy Officer at Denison Ministries. He is also a disciple of Jesus, husband, and father. A Christian leader, author, and songwriter, Josh brings over 20 years of ministry experience—from global worship tours to pastoral leadership. He lives in Plano, Texas, with his wife and two sons, fueled by faith, craft coffee, and a love for tacos. About Conner JonesConner Jones is the Director of Performance Marketing at Denison Ministries and Co-Hosts Denison Forum's "Culture Brief" podcast. He graduated from Dallas Baptist University in 2019 with a degree in Business Management. Conner passionately follows politics, sports, pop-culture, entertainment, and current events. He enjoys fishing, movie-going, and traveling the world with his wife and son. About Denison ForumDenison Forum exists to thoughtfully engage the issues of the day from a biblical perspective through The Daily Article email newsletter and podcast, The Denison Forum Podcast, as well as many books and additional resources.

24/04/2025

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51 min
06/03/2025

Oval Office showdown, more tariffs, Oscars results & a landscaping hot take | Ep. 9

Join Conner Jones and Micah Tomasella on the latest episode of Culture Brief as they discuss the Oval Office spat between Trump and Zelensky. They also explore the implications of U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China while considering the economic fallout and political maneuvering. Plus, the guys talk about the details of Gene Hackman’s death and offer a review of the Oscars, including the surprising wins and cultural reflections. Lastly, Micah shares a hot take on mowing your lawn. Tune in for thoughtful insights on navigating all the week’s top headlines through a Christian lens. Topics(00:22): Overview of Today's Topics(00:51): Longest Joint Session of Congress(02:23): Oval Office Exchange: Trump, Zelensky, and Vance(14:52): US Tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China(23:14): Gene Hackman's Legacy and Mysterious Death(24:54): Oscars Recap: Highlights and Surprises(27:17): Controversial Wins and Cultural Reflections(31:17): Christian Perspectives on Hollywood(32:54): Listener Mailbag: Hot Takes and Debates(38:12): Upcoming Events and Final ThoughtsResourcesMailbag: culturebrief@denisonforum.orgDenisonForum.org/subscribeCulture Brief on InstagramPresident Trump addresses joint session of CongressTrump administration pauses all aid to UkraineTrump pauses all US military aid to Ukraine after heated Oval Office meeting with ZelenskyWhat US lawmakers are saying about the White House clash between Trump and ZelenskyyBiden lost temper with Zelenskyy in June phone call when Ukrainian leader asked for more aidWhy Russia “invaded” Ukraine: Explaining “Putin’s endgame”2. How partisans view each other | Pew Research CenterTrump’s stiff new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China take effectTrump ‘open to deals with Canada and Mexico’ to avoid trade warChina and Canada retaliate after Trump trade tariffs come into effectTrump’s tariffs will take their toll on fresh fruit and vegetables — that’s bad news for low-income Americans - MarketWatchWall Street falls again as losses wipe out all post-election gains for the S&P 500 | AP NewsLutnick says Trump tariff with Canada, Mexico likely ends with meeting in the middle, possible deal soon“Anora” wins Oscar for Best PictureAdrien Brody’s second Oscar puts him in rare companyOscars 2025: Morgan Freeman gives heartfelt eulogy for friend Gene HackmanOscars 2025: 'Anora' cleans up, Adrien Brody and Zoe Saldana make historyWhy did 'Emilia Peréz' actually receive 13 Oscar nominations?About Micah TomasellaMicah Tomasella is the Advancement Officer at Denison Ministries and co-hosts Denison Forum's "Culture Brief" podcast. A graduate of Dallas Baptist University, Micah is married to Emily, and together they are the proud parents of two daughters. With an extensive background in nonprofit work, finance, and real estate, Micah also brings experience from his years in pastoral church ministry. About Conner JonesConner is the Director of Performance Marketing at Denison Ministries and Co-Hosts Denison Forum's "Culture Brief" podcast. He graduated from Dallas Baptist University in 2019 with a degree in Business Management. Conner passionately follows politics, sports, pop-culture, entertainment, and current events. He enjoys fishing, movie-going, and traveling the world with his wife and son. About Denison ForumDenison Forum exists to thoughtfully engage the issues of the day from a biblical perspective through The Daily Article email newsletter and podcast, The Denison Forum Podcast, as well as many books and additional resources.

06/03/2025

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42 min
24/10/2022

Can you trust American institutions? A conversation with Curtis Chang

Curtis Chang joins Dr. Mark Turman to discuss our failing trust in institutions and how to redeem them, the role of Christians in politics and the workplace, election integrity, and how to combat anxiety. Show notes: Curtis Chang begins by talking about his ministry Redeeming Babel, which trains Christians to engage redemptively in different kinds of communities (2:19). Chang talks about the rising distrust of institutions, and how we can help redeem them, specifically pointing to Colossians 1:15–17 (9:47). In particular, Chang and Dr. Turman talk about work and the role of jobs in Christianity (20:27). They talk about the Trinity and how it helps us understand community (29:14). Chang delves more into how we can trust broken institutions, and how throwing them away will probably lead to greater destruction (38:00). They turn to converse about idolatry, politics, election integrity, and the boundaries of governments (48:53). Chang concludes by touching on anxiety and fear (58:37). Resources and further reading: Redeemingbabel.org Good Faith - Podcast with David French and Curtis Chang “Are US elections always fair?” - Denison Forum About the hosts Mark Turman, DMin, is the executive director of Denison Forum. He received his degree from Truett at Baylor and previously served as lead pastor of Crosspoint Church. About the guest Curtis Chang is consulting professor in innovation and organization at Duke Divinity School. He has won an Obama White House award for social innovation as the founder and head of Consulting Within Reach, a firm serving nonprofits and government. He graduated from Harvard Summa Cum Laude. He holds a faculty appointment at American University and is also a senior fellow at Fuller Theological Seminary. He is the author of Engaging Unbelief: A Captivating Strategy from Augustine and Aquinas (IVP) and is a former Rockefeller Fellow.

24/10/2022

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1 h 4 min
02/05/2022

Our new abnormal: A conversation with Kerby Anderson

Kerby Anderson, Dr. Jim Denison, and Dr. Mark Turman discuss the state of culture post-pandemic, the economic realities, freedom of speech and religion, how to be involved in politics, and how God is redeeming the darkness overshadowing our culture. Show notes: Kerby Anderson, Dr. Jim Denison, and Dr. Mark Turman discuss several trends of decline in American culture. They begin by considering the pandemic, and the effects it has had on our culture, inflation, and sociological trends (6:55). They discuss how mRNA vaccines could revolutionize medicine, but how we can’t put our entire trust in scientists (17:23). They look into some positive news in the midst of what feels like lots of bad news, how God is redeeming technology and how we can be a light in the dark world right now (19:13). They consider the sanctions against Russia and their repercussions (24:23). Dr. Denison talks more about the “post-truth” state of our culture, and they consider why religious liberty cases are so important in the face of LGBTQ issues (31:00). They then delve into how Christians should be involved in politics, how we can do good in it, how to handle Trump, and how we shouldn’t allow our involvement with politics to interfere with the gospel (42:23). Resources and further reading: Probe ministries Point of View The Coming Tsunami - Dr. Jim Denison About the hosts Jim Denison, Ph.D., is an author, speaker, and the CEO of Denison Ministries, which is transforming 6.8 million lives through meaningful digital content. Dr. Mark Turman is the executive director of Denison Forum. He received his DMin from Truett at Baylor and previously served as lead pastor of Crosspoint Church. About the guest Kerby Anderson is a cultural apologist and serves as host of “Point of View” (USA Radio Network) and president of Probe Ministries. He holds a master's degree from Yale and Georgetown University. He is also the author of twenty-five books.

02/05/2022

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52 min
26/06/2025

What is the most important advice we give others?

Paul gave good advice about giving advice in Ephesians 6:4. His words were aimed toward fathers, but his advice applies to all Christians. We may or may not be parents, but all Christians have spiritual children as well. Spiritual children are those God has brought into our lives to encourage, teach, or mentor in their faith. Paul’s words of wisdom are good advice for all of us as we give advice to others. Parents have the God-given responsibility to raise children who can function in this world on their own. As Christian parents, we also have the responsibility to raise our children to know and love the Lord so they can live a life God is able to bless. The single best advice we can give our kids is to teach them to walk with God and listen to his wisdom. The challenge for parents is to quickly and effectively teach our children to seek God and his guidance for themselves. We are to bring our children up “in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” Most of the time, when we provoke our children “to anger” it is because we offered our own words of advice and direction instead of teaching them to listen to God’s. That is often true for our spiritual children as well. When we give advice, we assume we know something the other person needs to hear. Paul would teach us to give advice that causes the person to understand their need to seek God and his unique direction for their life. God has an individual plan for each of his children. We aren’t called to give God’s advice as much as we are called to encourage people to seek their own personal walk with their heavenly Father. We can help people know God’s voice through his word and through his Holy Spirit. Good advice and careful instruction provide wisdom. The most important advice we can give our children, and our spiritual children, is to help them seek God’s guidance for themselves. Good parents teach their children to walk, and then we teach them to walk with God. Our words of advice should lead them to God.

26/06/2025

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3 min
10 DE GEN.

Do you know God has called you to be holy?

The word holy means “set apart.” Christians are supposed to stand out and be different from others because we have been given the presence of Christ in our lives through his Holy Spirit. We have been changed or “born again.” We are called to be holy because the presence of Jesus in us makes us holy. Jesus taught us to be in the world, but not like the world. Paul said “we have the mind of Christ” (1 Corinthians 2:16). We are going to think about things differently if we think about them like Christ. We are going to believe differently about some cultural issues because we believe God’s word has provided the right answers. When God made us his children, he called us to be holy. God often told his people, “Be holy because I am holy.” But is it realistically possible to live a holy life in an unholy world? Should we develop a monastic lifestyle, avoiding any exposure to ungodly thinking? Do we just put our heads down and plow through our lives, trying not to see or hear what is being said around us? Do we vote quietly, or should we picket with loud voices? There are answers to those questions, but there is not “an” answer. God called us to be holy and then gave us the Bible and his Spirit so we could be. Galatians 5:25 says, “Keep in step with the Spirit.” The phrase “keep in step” is a picture word that can mean soldiers marching in perfect unison or two dancers moving around the dance floor with coordinated grace. The point is this: We have each been given God’s Holy Spirit, and he will call out our individual marching orders, or lead our dance. Each of us will be led to live a little differently than someone else. But it is important to remember that the Spirit will never lead us in a way that contradicts Scripture. If we want to be holy, we need to move through our lives in step with God’s Spirit and in tune to the marching orders we find in Scripture. Did you live a holy life today? It depends on who led your dance or whose commands you marched to. We know this: We are called and equipped by God’s Spirit to be holy. Tomorrow the music will play and the army will march. Whom will you follow? He called us to be holy, and now it's up to us to follow his lead. The joy is that a holy life is a great dance. It's a march that ends with the words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” Knowing God is the beginning of wisdom. Know that God is holy and we are too—when we choose to follow his lead.

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4 min
5 D’ABR.

What does the cross mean to your life?

No one wants to feel responsible for the suffering of Christ. Even though we know better, we still choose to think it was the fault of Judas, the Pharisees, and the Sadducees. The Roman soldiers were the ones who beat him and nailed him to a cross, and they were following the commands of their leader. Real people accused, punished, and killed Jesus. It’s difficult to think about the death of Christ and consider it necessary for our salvation. I used to reconcile the gruesome details of Jesus’ death by thinking that is what it took to cover all sins for all people. But, the truth is, Jesus died a gruesome death for my individual sins. He did the same for your sins. Jesus carried the weight of our sins to Calvary. That weight is simply illustrated by the cross. When Jesus fell under the weight he carried, we are reminded that our sins cost him so much more than we want to think about. Jesus modeled the burden of sin with every painful step to Calvary. Jesus provided that model because he wanted us to understand the magnitude of our sins and recognize how much they cost us. Jesus wanted us to “die to sin” and “live to righteousness.” Jesus thought you and I were worth saving so he suffered the horrible consequences of the cross. Our eternal confidence is because of Jesus’ condemnation. Our eternal righteousness is because Jesus cleansed us from every wrong. We aren’t saved because we earned it; we are saved because Jesus bled and suffered so he could offer us his salvation. “By his wounds you have been healed.” Take a moment to approach the cross of Calvary. Close your eyes and imagine his suffering. Listen to the sounds, sense the pain, and imagine the separation Jesus felt from everything and everyone, especially his Father. Then meet his eyes and see him seeing you. He thought you were worth it that day, and he still does. Jesus is the model for our own faith and the pathway for our eternal relationship with God. It is the pathway of eternal healing created because of his wounds. Look back at his cross with grateful humility and leave Calvary with full understanding. You are eternally healed because of his wounds.

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4 min
15 DE MAIG

Do you yield your praise to God?

Have you ever spent an entire day alone and separated from the noisy world, simply for the purpose of meditating on God’s reality and then praising God for the specific ways he has led and preserved your life? The magnitude of listing his blessings in our lives is endless, which oftentimes keeps us from ever making it. Moses was praising God for bringing his people across the Red Sea on dry land and giving the people triumph over Pharoah and their enemies who were pursuing them. All of God’s people, especially Moses, understood that their triumph was the direct result of God’s miraculous provision. Moses had spoken for God, and the Pharaoh had been told Jehovah was the source of each plague. Moses had followed God’s calling to confront Pharaoh and lead his people from captivity. When they stood on the shore of the Red Sea, the waters parted, making a path for the freed slaves, and then the waters ceased parting and the Egyptian army was killed. Moses knew all that God had done and praised him, saying, “The Lᴏʀᴅ is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation.” We often remember to praise God for the “big” victories in our lives. But some of our most important victories can often go unnoticed. The world’s coincidences are often God’s doing. Near misses are often an angel’s work in our lives. God has never stopped “parting the seas” that his children face. That said, God doesn’t always part the sea; sometimes he just swims the waters alongside us. Everything God does in our lives is worthy of his praise. All that God does or allows is within his character and can be seen as his direct work and will. We were taught to pray, “Thy will be done,” but are we careful to notice his answers to that prayer and give him our praise? Like Moses we can say, “The Lᴏʀᴅ is my strength and my song.” God is the reason Christians can live with the confidence of our eternal salvation in Christ. We can praise God at any time for the hope that is ours, now and always. We often congratulate or praise people for their personal achievements. How would your day be different tomorrow if you filled it with praise to your God for the immeasurable blessings he has provided in your life? Praising others is usually good. Yielding our highest praise to God is always good. Yielding to God’s wisdom is spiritual strength. Yielding our time and our praise to the One who is most deserving is wise.

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Does the Signal leak portend problems for Trump and Vance?

Why is wisdom a powerful weapon?

The Pope’s death, Big Tech monopolies, NFL draft & a coffee hot take | Ep. 16

Oval Office showdown, more tariffs, Oscars results & a landscaping hot take | Ep. 9

Can you trust American institutions? A conversation with Curtis Chang

Our new abnormal: A conversation with Kerby Anderson

What is the most important advice we give others?

Do you know God has called you to be holy?

What does the cross mean to your life?

Do you yield your praise to God?

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