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Faith & Clarity - Biblical Perspectives and Biblical Wisdom on News & Cultural Issues

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Faith & Clarity goes beyond the headlines, helping you think biblically about the news and cultural issues shaping our world. Join Dr. Mark Turman and his guests for insightful conversations that combine intellectual depth with real-world application, equipping you to respond to current events and trends with wisdom and faith. Drawing from his nearly forty years of leading churches, Mark makes the... more

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In this episode of Faith & Clarity, Dr. Mark Turman sits down with philosopher, cultural theologian, author, and podcaster Paul Anleitner to discuss early signs of a cultural "vibe shift" that may signal revival in the church and renewed openness to ... more

In this episode of Faith & Clarity, Dr. Mark Turman and Steph Thurling are joined by author Randy Alcorn to discuss his children's book Heaven on Earth and the biblical promise of a new heaven and new earth. Drawing on 2 Peter 3 and other passages, R... more

In this episode of Faith & Clarity, Dr. Mark Turman is joined by Dr. Jim Denison and Dr. Ryan Denison to discuss critical thinking as a core part of Denison Forum's mission to help Christians engage culture biblically. They clarify that critical thin... more

Note: This episode was originally published on November 19, 2025 and was one of our most popular conversations over the last 12 months. We're currently taking a summer break for the month of July, but we will be back with new episodes starting on Aug... more

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Recent Guests

James Tour
Professor of chemistry, computer science, material science, and nanoengineering at Rice University; renowned Christian scientist
Rice University
Episode: Best of: Faith, science, and the call to hospitality with Dr. James Tour
John Stonestreet
President of the Colson Center; Daily Voice of Breakpoint
Colson Center; Breakpoint
Episode: Best Of: John Stonestreet on "Truth Rising" and courage in today’s culture
Talmage Boston
Historian, author of How the Best Did It
Dallas, Texas; author; historian
Episode: What Washington, Lincoln, and JFK teach us about leadership today
Knox Thames
International human rights lawyer and advocate, former religious freedom advisor
Dallas Baptist University Center for Global Religious Freedom
Episode: Faith Under Fire: The Global Crisis of Religious Persecution
Mike Williams
Senior Professor Emeritus, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Dallas Baptist University
Dallas Baptist University
Episode: One Nation, Under God? Christianity's Complex Role in American History
Kevin Palau
President and CEO of the Luis Palau Association; advocate for City Gospel Movements
Luis Palau Association
Episode: Everyday Evangelism: The BLESS Method
Christie Erwin
Founder and executive director of Project Zero
Project Zero
Episode: How can Christians help children in foster care and adoption?
Chris Elkins
Narrator for The Daily Article podcast, Denison Forum staff
Denison Forum
Episode: How can Christians help children in foster care and adoption?
Yuri Creel
Executive leader on Shoreline Church's Senior Leadership Team; Global Director for Collaboration with the Lausanne Movement; leads Next Move
Shoreline Church; Next Move; Lausanne Movement
Episode: Is the Church losing relevance—and what can we do about it?

Host

Mark Turman
Mark Turman, host and moderator, affiliated with Faith & Clarity / Denison Forum.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • Timely, Relevant, Critical

    Essential scriptural and Christ-following insight into crucial topics of the day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    P356Mt633
    United Statesa year ago
  • Intelligent yet “down to earth”

    Really enjoy this faith based podcast! Always has intelligent and useful information for today’s times. Dr. Mark does an incredible job interviewing knowledgeable guests and extracting the best information for listeners in a “down to earth” fashion. Good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #play4#
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the podcasts

    Thank you for the podcasts about Israel….very informative…I’m praying for Israel & your podcasts help me to understand better how to pray 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosenfirst
    United States3 years ago
  • Return of the God Hypothesis - Must Play!

    Incredible interview with Dr Stephen Meyer. Critical perspectives in defense of a Creator. Can’t wait to dig into more resources at ReturnoftheGodHypothesis.org

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    More than a Member
    United States3 years ago
  • Except for some transparently, and inartfully, leading questions, an informative and pleasant conversation with one of my favorite Christian writers.

    Audible
    5
    Stephen's stuff
    United States4 years ago

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High-quality guests and insightful dialogue on faith and culture.
Positive reception of guest expertise and host moderation.
Clear, practical applications for living out faith in a complex world.
Some listeners appreciate the depth and others wish for broader topic range.
Thoughtful, biblically grounded analysis of today's issues.

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Loving God with your mind: a guide to Christian critical thinking
Q: What exactly is thinking critically, and what are we not talking about when we describe it?
Critical thinking is about evaluating our own thinking, biases, and premises first, not merely finding fault with others; it involves prayerful examination and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide the process rather than rushing to a conclusion.
Best of: Why are so many young people struggling to find hope—and how can we help?
Q: What are the biggest themes driving despair among youth in recent years?
Persistently, questions of identity and lovability, coupled with anxiety and exposure to social pressures, are compounded by family stress and, in some cases, abuse or trauma.
Best of: Why are so many young people struggling to find hope—and how can we help?
Q: Gut level definition of hope and why it matters for young people today?
Hope is seeing a future for yourself and the people you love, which is vital because many youths don't see a future for themselves, leading to anxiety and despair.
Best of: Faith, science, and the call to hospitality with Dr. James Tour
Q: How is AI affecting your research and education methods?
AI tools help with parameter tuning, predicting molecular structures, and proofreading; large language models are increasingly capable, but Tour warns that true science requires critique and understanding beyond surface results.
Best of: Faith, science, and the call to hospitality with Dr. James Tour
Q: What is your view on origin of life research in relation to faith and the Bible?
He argues that the Bible provides a theological framework but does not give experimental details, and that origin-of-life experiments often yield low results, suggesting current science has not yet explained how life began.

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What is Faith & Clarity about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A faith-focused program that blends biblical interpretation with current events and cultural issues. Episodes typically feature a host and guests ranging from theologians and pastors to scholars and ministry leaders, who unpack topics like religious liberty, civic virtue, church relevance, education, and ethics through a biblically grounded lens. The show often connects spiritual principles to practical action, highlighting community engagement, policy implications, and ways believers can respond to a pluralistic society with discernment and compassion. A standout pattern is pairing robust theological framing with real-world applications, from foster care advocacy to church governance and national conversations about America's future. The c... more

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1. James Tour
2. John Stonestreet
3. Talmage Boston
4. Knox Thames
5. Mike Williams
6. Kevin Palau
7. Christie Erwin
8. Chris Elkins

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