When you’re disappointed by God
I often joke that my grandkids are perfect. Having raised two sons, nothing prepared us for a granddaughter, and we have been equally amazed by our three grandsons as well. Unfortunately, there are...
View ArticleVoting with conviction and the mission of My Faith Votes
In this episode of the Denison Forum Podcast, Dr. Mark Turman engages in a clarifying conversation with Chris Sadler, acting CEO of My Faith Votes. They discuss the importance of Christian...
View ArticleThe line between judgment and accountability
Where’s the line between judgment and accountability? Jesus clearly warns us to be wary of the first (Matthew 7:1–5), but Paul calls us to seek out and practice the second (Galatians 6:1–5). The...
View ArticleWhy the Boston Celtics are under “zero pressure” to repeat
The NBA season began this week, with twenty-nine teams trying to dethrone the Boston Celtics, who won last year’s championship. Are the defending champs nervous? According to their coach, Joe Mazzulla,...
View ArticleThe deep-sea service that keeps your internet running
There are over 870,000 miles of telecommunication cables on the seafloor, covering every ocean on the planet. Laid end to end, they would span the diameter of the Sun. They are responsible for the...
View ArticleNavigating faith and political discussions with Gen Z
In this episode of the Denison Forum podcast, Dr. Mark Turman talks with Mark Jones, Micah Tomasella, and Conner Jones about the dynamics of intergenerational discussions, particularly around...
View ArticleWhat does the Bible say about anger?
Have you ever felt the urge to break something? To just throw things around and smash them into tiny bits? Perhaps you’ve seen the iconic scene from the movie Office Space where the trio of disgruntled...
View ArticleWhat does the Bible say about abortion?
When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, thereby sending the issue of abortion back to the states for the first time since 1973, many understandably proclaimed it a victory for the sanctity of...
View ArticleWhat are the top Halloween costumes this year?
You know you’re getting to a certain age when you are not familiar with a single one of the top Halloween costumes for this year. At the top of the list is Bob, a shrunken-headed ghost from the recent...
View ArticleParenting in the digital age and the dangers of social media for youth
In this episode of the Denison Forum podcast, Dr. Mark Turman and Steph Thurling discuss Jonathan Haidt’s book The Anxious Generation, examining the impact of technology on parenting and childhood...
View ArticleIs God on the ballot or are we?
Americans typically refer to our November 2024 elections as “presidential,” but this is only partly true:All 435 members of the US House of Representatives and thirty-four members of the US Senate are...
View ArticleExploring the church in dark times with Mike Cosper
In this episode of the Denison Forum podcast, host Mark Turman engages in a deep conversation with Mike Cosper, creator of the Mars Hill podcast and author of The Church in Dark Times. They explore...
View ArticleOn the ground in Israel: An Israeli’s perspective on the current crisis
This conversation explores the current situation in Israel, focusing on the aftermath of the October 7th attacks by Hamas. The speakers share personal experiences and insights into the existential...
View ArticleA visit that marked me for the rest of my life
My first visit to Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem, marked me for the rest of my life. The museum exists primarily to explain how antisemitism led to the Holocaust so that it will never...
View Article“Nature’s Best Photography Awards” and grandeur in the sky
If you’re looking for some inspiration today, I invite you to check out “Nature’s Best Photography Awards 2024.” From a mother bear hugging her cubs, to owls having a conversation, monarch butterflies...
View ArticleWhat does the Bible say about abuse?
Note: If you are currently a victim of abuse or know someone who is, seek help today by visiting the National Domestic Violence Hotline or calling 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). Someone is available 24/7 to...
View ArticleListening to God’s voice in leadership
In this episode of the Denison Forum Podcast, Dr. Mark Turman engages in a deep conversation with Robin Pou, an executive coach and author, about the complexities of leadership. They explore Robin’s...
View ArticleThe gravest threat Christians in America have ever faced
Dr. Jim Denison and Dr. Mark Turman talk about the origins of Jim’s book, The Coming Tsunami, and God’s calling on Jim’s life to cultural apologetics. .redcircle-link:link { color: #ea404d;...
View ArticleWhat does the Bible say about Santa Claus? How to turn holidays into Holy Days
Is Santa Claus real? Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25? Where was Jesus born? Christ before Christmas Mary: The mother of Jesus and “the servant of the Lord” Joseph: The earthly father of...
View ArticleAre you SAD? How to fight against the winter blues
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—until it’s not. For many Americans, the holiday season and its aftermath can be the launching pad for seasonal lows. While these months can be exciting and...
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