What does the Bible say about temptation, leadership, and Islam?

In this episode, Dr. Mark Turman sits down with Dr. Jim Denison and Dr. Ryan Denison to explore topics ranging from biblical leadership principles, modern temptations, faith, and rationality to the geopolitical implications of Islamic eschatology. 

They discuss how to balance shepherding and equipping within the church, the importance of rational faith, and how temptation works in our lives today. Listen as they provide thought-provoking insights on how to foster a flourishing community rooted in biblical values.

Topics

• (00:27): Introducing Dr. Jim Denison and Dr. Ryan Denison
• (02:20): Discussing Leadership and Integrity
• (08:31): Biblical Principles of Shared Power
• (11:43): Understanding Temptation and Sin
• (18:22): The Craftiness of the Devil
• (26:45): Understanding Temptation and Resistance
• (29:06): The Rationality of Faith
• (34:51): Metaphors in the Bible and Church Dynamics
• (44:27): The Mahdi and Geopolitical Implications

Resources

• Episode Transcript (PDF)
• Reflecting on the funeral of Jimmy Carter
• What does the Bible say about pornography? Can you break free from sexual temptation?
• Defeating temptation before it becomes sin
• Iran is “closer than ever” to a nuclear bomb: Why this is a global threat, and how Christians should respond
• Why does God value integrity?
• The Coming Tsunami 

About Dr. Jim Denison

Jim Denison, PhD, is a cultural theologian and the founder and CEO of Denison Ministries. He speaks biblically into significant cultural issues at Denison Forum. He is the chief author of The Daily Article and has written more than 30 books, including The Coming Tsunami, the Biblical Insight to Tough Questions series, and The Fifth Great Awakening.

About Dr. Ryan Denison

Ryan Denison, PhD, is the Senior Editor for Theology at Denison Forum. Ryan writes The Daily Article every Friday and contributes writing and research to many of the ministry’s productions. He holds a PhD in church history from BH Carroll Theological Institute after having earned his MDiv at Truett Seminary. He’s authored The Path to Purpose, What Are My Spiritual Gifts?, How to Bless God by Blessing Others, 7 Deadly Sins, and has contributed writing or research to every Denison Forum book.

About Dr. Mark Turman

Dr. Mark Turman is the Executive Director of Denison Forum and Vice President of Denison Ministries. Among his many duties, Turman is most notably the host of The Denison Forum Podcast. He is also the chief strategist for DF Pastors, which equips pastors and church leaders to understand and transform today’s culture.

About Denison Forum

Denison 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.