Faith over fear in politics and life

In this episode of the Denison Forum podcast, Dr. Mark Turman and Josh Miller discuss the intersection of peace and politics, emphasizing the importance of faith over fear. They explore the role of fear in our lives, the significance of community, and the current political landscape. The conversation highlights the need for vulnerability and honesty in addressing cynicism in politics and the church, while also providing practical resources for navigating political anxiety and fostering peace.Topics(03:03): Exploring the Intersection of Peace and Politics(06:12): Faith Over Fear: A Core Principle(09:06): The Role of Fear in Our Lives(12:03): Navigating Fear and Anxiety(15:01): The Importance of Community and Vulnerability(17:49): Political Landscape: A Reflection on Change(20:56): Cynicism in Politics and the Church(23:54): Practical Steps for Peace in Politics(27:08): Resources for Navigating Political AnxietyResourcesEpisode Transcript (PDF)First15 Guided PrayersPeace in Politics PodcastPeace in Politics E-BookAllsides.com Groundnews.com“What does the Bible say about politics?” – Jim Denison, Ph.D.Kingdom Politics – Tony Evans. (Read an excerpt: “Whose side are you on?”)About Josh Miller Josh Miller is the Chief of Staff and Chief Strategy Officer at Denison Ministries. He is also a disciple of Jesus, husband, and father. He has been a musician, filmmaker, restaurant manager, songwriter, barista, worship leader, pastor and is still trying to figure out who the heck he is. He and his wife Deven live in Plano, TX with their two young boys.About Dr. Mark TurmanDr. 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 ForumDenison 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.