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Naked at the DMV and theology with ChatGPT: Why we can’t afford to take shortcuts to God Jun 06, 2023

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When Georgia recently joined the growing list of states that allow Digital Driver’s Licenses, they likely suspected that it could create a few issues. However, naked selfies likely were not at the top of their list. But all technology has a dark side, and that reality is particularly important when it comes to the growing trend of relying on AI for answers to some of our most pressing questions about God.

Author: Ryan Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Why China’s present may be our future: A reflection on apocalyptic danger and transforming hope Jun 05, 2023

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The Tiananmen Square Massacre occurred on June 4, 1989, a startling event that revealed the brutality of the Chinese government. Today, as North Korea and Russia join China in bringing political instability to the globe, how ought we to react? What can we do as individual Christians to counter such apocalyptic danger?

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Why are Christians calling for boycotts of Chick-fil-A and “The Chosen”? Jun 02, 2023

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Two staples of the Christian life for many—Chick-fil-A and The Chosen—have faced calls for boycotts in recent days after both have been accused of perpetuating a “woke” agenda. But have they? And even if that were true, are boycotts really the best way to respond? The answer is more complicated than you might think.

Author: Ryan Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Responding to Pride Month with Fidelity Month Jun 01, 2023

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In response to Pride Month, Princeton professor Robert George is launching “Fidelity Month” today, “a month dedicated to the importance of fidelity to God, spouses and families, our country, and our communities.” How should Christians respond to our increasingly secular and postmodern culture?

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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The Fidelity Month initiative will launch today, June 1st, with a webinar open to the public at 2 p.m. EST.

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How Clayton Kershaw responded to the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence: Using our influence for Christ May 31, 2023

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After the LA Dodgers reversed their decision to disinvite the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to their Pride Night Celebration, pitcher and noted Christian Clayton Kershaw spoke up in disagreement. His response illustrates a thoughtful way to use our influence for Christ.

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Target loses $10 billion over Pride-themed kids clothing: Should Christians boycott “woke” companies? May 30, 2023

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After releasing Pride-themed clothing for children, Target has lost $10 billion in market valuation. As Pride month begins this Thursday, such issues raise an important question: Should Christians boycott “woke” companies?

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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The debt ceiling agreement and the reason government exists: A Memorial Day reflection May 29, 2023

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President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R., Calif.) announced last night that they have reached an agreement to raise the nation’s borrowing limit. In the midst of our bitterly divisive partisan environment, it’s worth remembering on this Memorial Day the true purpose of government and the heroes who paid the ultimate price to fulfill that purpose.

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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AI can read your mind and help the paralyzed walk: Should we be afraid? May 26, 2023

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The same technology that enables AI to read our thoughts has also helped the paralyzed to walk, the mute to speak, and scientists to find potential remedies to the superbugs that kill more than a million people a year. But as the line between science fiction and science fact becomes increasingly blurred, how are we to know when we cross a threshold from which we may not be able to return?

Author: Ryan Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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Homeless man rescues family from apartment fire: The courage to trust the truth May 25, 2023

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Joe Hollins, a man without a home, saved Claudia Jimenez and her two children from an apartment fire. This story serves as a cultural parable as Dr. Jim Denison cites Pete Buttigieg on the culture wars, Tim Keller’s steadfast commitment to biblical orthodoxy, C. S. Lewis’ “Christianity and” heresy, and Billy Graham’s inspiring words on our need to set God’s word as the foundation to our lives.

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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How will Ron DeSantis launch his presidential campaign today? May 24, 2023

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to begin his formal presidential campaign today, joining a growing list of candidates including South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, former Vice President Mike Pence, and former President Donald Trump. In today’s Daily Article, Dr. Jim Denison considers what makes the US presidency unique, the foundational decision we must all make today, and how to “find your why” as a Christian who seeks to impact our culture.

Author: Jim Denison, PhD

Narrator: Chris Elkins

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