Mar 31, 2021
Three churches have been in the news lately for meeting needs with tangible compassion. Today's podcast tells their stories, then we look at the decline of church membership in America, discuss the growth of churches that seek spiritual growth and cultural engagement, and close by focusing on Jesus' invitation to...
Mar 30, 2021
How can Christians reach people who reject God's word? If America is post-Christian, or even anti-Christian, how might Christians persuade others that God's best is best for them? Dr. Jim Denison answers this question by looking at a notable event from the life of Paul as recounted in Acts 17:22–23.
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Mar 29, 2021
A megaship blocked the Suez Canal for a week. Today's podcast considers this story as a parable for our anti-Christian culture, then we explore Jesus' response to his opponents on Holy Tuesday and identify three principles that empower us to engage our critics with redemptive truth.
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Mar 28, 2021
Oral Roberts University made the Sweet Sixteen in the NCAA men's basketball tournament this year but is facing enormous criticism for its biblical moral values. Today's podcast reports on this controversy, responds to ORU's critics, and focuses on two imperatives illustrated by Jesus on Holy Monday that are interrelated...
Mar 25, 2021
Speaking from Luke 1:26–38, Dr. Jim Denison discusses the courage of Mary after she was told she would be the mother of Jesus. That story is why March 25, the day on which this episode was recorded, was once considered New Year's Day and is now celebrated as Annunciation Day in many Christian traditions. But why does...