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A factor in the monkeypox outbreak I hesitated to discuss May 24, 2022

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Monkeypox is "a more benign version of smallpox," but it is spreading outside of the countries where it is normally found. In The Daily Article for May 24, 2022, Dr. Jim Denison describes one characteristic of the monkeypox outbreak that is significant but could be considered controversial in today's culture. He then discusses the "grevious" SBC report on sexual abuse and recommends a "transforming classic" of a book to help Christians pursue "holistic holiness."

Author: Dr. Jim Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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“This is the Southern Baptist Apocalypse” May 23, 2022

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The Southern Baptist Convention has released a nearly 300-page report revealing that its leaders "chose to protect the denomination from lawsuits" rather than those who were sexually abused by more than 700 pastors in its denomination. In The Daily Article for May 23, 2022, Dr. Jim Denison discusses the report and offers two biblical responses that relate to all followers of Christ, regardless of denominational affiliation.

Author: Dr. Jim Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Polyamorous “weddings” and the claim that affairs can “strengthen a marriage” May 20, 2022

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American culture is increasingly normalizing nonbiblical marital relationships as articles touting polyamorous "marriages" and the "benefits" of discreet affairs show. In The Daily Article for May 20, 2022, Dr. Jim Denison discusses the allure of this normalization and, using the apostle Paul's stay in Corinth as an example, shows how followers of Jesus can respond to the escalating normalization of immorality in our culture.

Author: Dr. Jim Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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The latest on the baby formula crisis: Why we don't trust our government May 19, 2022

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Families with babies are experiencing a baby formula shortage, which has resulted in the House passing a $28 million emergency spending bill and President Biden invoking the Defense Production Act to increase formula supply. In The Daily Article for May 19, 2022, Dr. Jim Denison considers how the formula shortage is one example of why Americans have lost trust in our government and the unique opportunity that Christians have in this crisis.

Author: Dr. Jim Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Trump on the ballot and a new bill in Congress: The danger of doing something rather than the right thing May 18, 2022

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Of the sixteen Republican primaries held yesterday, former President Donald Trump has endorsed a candidate in seven. The elections were seen by many as an important litmus test for Trump's continued power within the Republican Party. In The Daily Article for May 18, 2022, Dr. Ryan Denison covers the primary results, discusses the Domestic Terrorism Prevention Act, and shares a moment from 1 Samuel when Israel made a rash decision out of fear.

Author: Dr. Ryan Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Congress to hold UFO hearing today: What God may have intended with the question of alien life May 16, 2022

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Do aliens exist? Should extraterrestrial life forms concern Christians? As a House subcomittee meets today for an open congressional hearing on UFOs, the question of life on other planets may take center stage in the public square. In The Daily Article for May 17, 2022, Dr. Ryan Denison looks into what the Bible says about alien life and suggests why this should matter to Christians.

Author: Dr. Ryan Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Buffalo mass shooting leaves 10 dead: Why ideas like "replacement theory" are so dangerous May 16, 2022

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An 18-year-old shooter killed 10 and injured 3 in Buffalo, New York, as part of a mass shooting believed to be racially motivated and tied to "replacement theory." In The Daily Article for May 16, 2022, Dr. Ryan Denison recounts the facts of five mass shootings that happened within the span of three days and cautions Christians against straying from truth.

Author: Dr. Ryan Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Proxy wars and prayer: How will Russia respond to the latest news from NATO? May 13, 2022

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News broke Thursday that Finland and Sweden are in the final stages of applying to join NATO. Of the two nations, Finland's decision is far more likely to increase tensions with Russia going forward. In The Daily Article for May 13, 2022, Dr. Ryan Denison explains how the US has interacted with proxy wars in the past and the implications for proxy wars between NATO and Russia in the future. He then leads us to prayer for global leadership and godly wisdom.

Author: Dr. Ryan Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Why the Senate’s latest failure should not leave us rejoicing May 12, 2022

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The Senate voted on the Women’s Health Protect Act yesterday, which failed to garner the requisite 60 votes. However, the vote was largely symbolic for the pro-choice cause. In The Daily Article for May 12, 2022, Dr. Ryan Denison explains why the abortion debate has become so intertwined with our nation’s sense of religious freedom. He then goes on to remind us that how we fight for children in the womb matters to God as much as the fact that the unborn are not the only souls potentially at stake.

Author: Dr. Ryan Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Manslaughter to ministry: How prison ministries model Christ’s heart for all of us May 11, 2022

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Robert Hyde was sentenced to thirty-five years in prison, where his life changed forever. He found Christ through a prison ministry and eventually became the lead pastor of Grace Baptist Church in 2019. He was released a few weeks ago on parole. In The Daily Article for May 11, 2022, Ryan Denison shares the life-changing work prison ministries are doing all over the country, reminding us that God’s plan for our lives are irrevocable and to a higher standard.

Author: Dr. Ryan Denison

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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