Impact Report | 2024

Transforming culture through Christ-centered content

With your support, Denison Ministries reaches millions of believers with biblical truth through articles, devotionals, Bible studies, podcasts, worship music, videos, and books.

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47,780,502

Emails
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10,406,010

Podcasts
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7,629,522

Website page
views

15,970

Books
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13,433,936

Social
engagement

As we reflect on the past year, I am filled with gratitude for your unwavering support and partnership in our mission at Denison Ministries. Your generosity has been instrumental in enabling us to navigate a year of significant growth and impact.

In 2024, we witnessed God’s hand at work in remarkable ways. Our ministry expanded its reach, touching lives across the globe through our digital platforms and resources. We launched over 80 resources to guide believers through the complexities of the election season, emphasizing unity and the sovereignty of God. This initiative was a collaborative effort across our brands—Denison Forum, Christian Parenting, First15, and Foundations—each contributing unique content to help our audience navigate these times with a Christ-centered perspective.

Our content ministry has continued to thrive, with Denison Forum’s The Daily Article’s reaching an ever-growing audience, providing biblical insights into current events. The First15 devotional has deepened its engagement, offering new resources to guide believers in their daily walk with God. Christian Parenting has solidified its presence in the podcasting space, and Foundations has released impactful Bible studies, including a new focus on contentment in Christ.

Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited to build on this momentum. Our vision is to deepen our discipleship efforts, ensuring that our content not only informs but transforms lives.

We are developing new podcasts, like Culture Brief, to engage younger audiences with relevant, biblically grounded discussions on current events. Our strategic plan aims to enhance the synergy between our brands, fostering a holistic approach to discipleship that addresses the heart, soul, mind, and strength.

We are also committed to expanding our impact through strategic partnerships and innovative content delivery. Our goal is to reach more people with the life-changing message of the Gospel, equipping them to live out their faith in every aspect of their lives.

Your support is crucial as we embark on this journey. We are grateful for your partnership and invite you to continue walking with us as we seek to fulfill our mission. Together, we can make a lasting impact for the Kingdom, transforming lives, communities, and cultures with the hope and truth of Jesus Christ.

Thank you once again for your generosity and faithfulness. We are honored to have you as part of the Denison Ministries family and look forward to what God will accomplish through our shared efforts in the coming year.

With heartfelt gratitude,

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Dr. Jim Denison
CEO, Denison Ministries

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Because of your prayers, conversations, support, and God’s blessing, our ministry has continued to grow, as evidenced by the numbers below:

23,625,803

Daily Article
Emails opened

886,230

Podcasts
downloaded

4,218,398

Articles read
online

6,721,026

Social
engagement

35,839,330

Total content
experiences

Denison Forum is your trusted guide to understanding today’s culture.

Over the past year, Denison Forum has provided invaluable resources to help individuals navigate the complexities of today’s culture from a biblical perspective. As a trusted source of insightful commentary and analysis, Denison Forum has consistently delivered content that addresses current events, cultural trends, and political developments.

Election Content:

As a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization, Denison Forum offers election resources, including a podcast series, articles, and books, that provide a biblical perspective on current issues without telling readers whom to vote for. This ensures believers are well-informed and faith-aligned in their decisions.

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Page views on
resources

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Podcast episodes
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Timely coverage on the war in Israel:

During recent tensions in Israel, Denison Forum provided timely, comprehensive analysis and updates, offering a biblical perspective on the conflict. These resources help readers understand the situation and guide them in prayer and support.

1,477,819

Page views on
resources

7,084

E-books
delivered

The Daily Article:

Denison Forum is an essential resource for Christians seeking to understand the news from a biblical perspective. The Daily Article provides in-depth analysis of political and social issues, helping readers evaluate current events through the lens of their faith.

4,218,398

Articles read online

23,625,803

Emails opened

Sacred Sexuality: Reclaiming God’s Design:

Denison Forum’s latest book offers a clear, biblically-based understanding of sex and marriage. It serves as an essential guide for believers, especially the next generation, navigating societal norms that diverge from biblical teachings.

833

Books
moved

In an effort to provide resources to help individuals navigate the complexities of today’s culture from a biblical perspective. The Denison Forum Podcast released two podcast series in 2024 speaking directly to current events.

Being Christian in Today’s Culture is a podcast series focusing on guiding Christians to live by biblical truths that positively influence the culture. This eight-episode series explores the various aspects of Christian life and societal issues, such as understanding the importance of biblical authority, the value of life, and the principles of righteousness. The series also addresses contemporary topics like sexuality, civility in uncivil times, and practical steps for Christians to transform the culture around them.

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The Politics Discerned Differently podcast series aims to instruct and inspire Christians to discern politics through a biblical lens. The series addresses topics such as virtue in politics, the impact of misinformation and AI, the separation of church and state, and Christian nationalism.

Featuring experts like Jim Denison, Kaitlyn Schiess, and Curtis Chang, it seeks to equip believers to act as cultural missionaries who think biblically, live authentically, and engage redemptively in the political arena.

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First15 | Helping you connect with God

Millions of people are connecting with God through First15

From the very beginning, First15 has sought to connect people with God in a deep and meaningful way. We are convinced that the world will flourish when believers walk closely in relationship with him. So we’re thrilled to see how more and more people around the world are using First15 to start their day!

4,315,585

Podcasts
downloaded

2,741,864

App
sessions

21,309,099

Devotional
emails opened

2,534,112

Devotionals
read online

4,230,831

Social
engagement

36,883,380

Total content experiences

Experience God daily through First15

As the world grows more complex and fast-paced, First15 continues to lead millions to the simplicity and security of a vibrant relationship with God. These stressful political seasons and changing social dynamics showcase the need for the resources First15 is creating, specifically designed to help believers anchor their lives in Christ.

Election Content:

First15 released its impactful e-book Peace in Politics, with a new companion podcast series. These resources are designed to help believers navigate today’s tumultuous political climate with a biblical mindset. Through practical teachings, guided prayers, and scriptural insights, we equip believers to approach cultural and political issues with wisdom, grace, and Christ’s love.

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Podcast episodes
downloaded

45

E-books
ordered

First15 Kids:

In 2023 we released My Time with God, and a special Advent devotional, Jesus, the Light of the World. Last year we released God’s Holy Spirit in Me, the latest in our collection of resources for kids!

God’s Holy Spirit in Me is a 20-day devotional and art journal crafted by Lisa Clark for children ages 6-12. This engaging resource combines daily scriptures, devotionals, special prayers, and interactive activities to help kids understand the Holy Spirit’s role in their lives.

1,223

Kids devotionals ordered

First15 Worship:

We believe that your devotional time isn’t complete without spending time in worship. That’s why First15 includes a specifically chosen worship song every day. But we didn’t stop there! First15 is continuing to create original worship that is specifically designed to help make it easier to spend time in worship each morning.

242,654

Streams in 2024

Guided Prayer:

First15 continued its release of guided prayers with a seven day focus on connection, adapted from our book, Rhythms. Helping believers cultivate authentic, life-giving relationships with God, themselves, and others.

425,527

Prayers viewed

50

Prayers released

Through practical teachings, guided prayers, and scriptural insights, we equip believers to approach cultural and political issues with wisdom, grace, and Christ’s love.

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Helping more parents find freedom in being perfectly imperfect

5,077,338

Podcasts
downloaded

3,409

Parenting
resources printed

2,233,965

Weekly emails opened

380,906

Parenting resources read online

1,732,117

Social
engagement

9,501,071

Total content experiences

Christian Parenting Podcast Network

The Christian Parenting Podcast Network continues to grow. In 2024, we added 5 new shows to the network, now offering over 30 podcasts to parents across a wide range of topics!

Our podcasts offer a wide range of content from parenting wisdom to specific needs of parents. With podcasts for parents of kids on the autism spectrum, parents who have fostered or adopted, parents of teenagers and young adults, there is a podcast for every parent to encourage them as they raise their kids in the Christian faith.

Christian Parenting Podcast Network shows featured in top 200 charts:

  • The Joy Filled Podcast
  • Truth Seekers: Bible Stories for Kids
  • The Greta Eskridge Podcast
  • Pardon the Mess Podcast
  • The Bible for Kids Podcast
  • Life at the Pond

Prayer Journal:

The Christian Parenting annual prayer journal continues to be a popular product for families. Parents all around the country are using this resource to intentionally pray for their kids each and every week.

This year’s journal, A Life of Faith, guides parents as they pray for their kids to know, love, follow, and share Jesus throughout their lives. The annual prayer journal includes a short weekly devotional, scripture verses to read, a written prayer, and space to write down individual prayers daily.

Along with the journal resource, Pardon the Mess also releases a bonus podcast episode every Monday praying through that week’s devotional with the parents. This is the perfect resource for parents on the go, or who need something quick and easy while still prioritizing prayer over their kids during the school year!

252,455

Pardon the Mess Monday episodes downloaded

1,563

Copies printed            

Digital Parenting Guides:

Christian Parenting was created to empower parents to raise children who not only know, love, and follow Jesus, but also transform the culture.

Following the release of Technology Simplified as a free mini guide in 2023, the Christian Parenting team created 3 new digital guides last year.

135

Discipleship Simplified guides ordered

349

Politics Simplified guides ordered

51

Identity Simplified guides ordered

Christian Parenting was created to empower parents to raise children who not only know, love, and follow Jesus, but also transform the culture.

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At the heart of Foundations with Janet Denison is the calling to teach people about the transforming power of Scripture through digital Bible study and other biblical resources. Every resource we create is intended to help our audience learn how to study God’s word and apply the truth of Scripture to their daily lives. God is transforming lives all across the world and equipping believers to influence the culture around them.

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App
sessions

3,664

Books
printed

513,392

Weekly emails
opened

270,589

Resources
read online

1,065,439

Total content experiences

Wisdom Matters

Our goal at Foundations is to create content that helps people learn to think and live biblically, which is why God called Janet to create her latest devotional, Wisdom Matters. In today’s culture, discerning all the information we have at our fingertips can be challenging. The Bible, however, doesn’t change because it is God’s perfect truth and timeless wisdom. This beautifully designed and printed 365-day devotional helps people end their day with a thought about God.

This devotional is also available to listen to for free on our Bible study app and through a daily email.

275,062

Devotional emails opened

52,269

App launches

1,517

Copies printed

Foundations Bible Studies

This year’s in-depth Bible study, Our Best Road Home: God’s Chosen Path to Holiness, is a 21-week study focusing on the sanctification process and how we can live a life God is able to bless as we journey Home. We are excited to be able to offer this digital study for free this year.

With all of Janet’s recorded lectures on YouTube, more and more people are finding our studies!

365

Bible Study downloads

2,530

Bible Study views on Youtube

Our goal at Foundations is to create content that helps people learn to think and live biblically.

Transforming Lives, Transforming Culture

Testimony

“I don’t read the news often – but, I love reading The Daily Article every morning to get a bit of the most current news along with a Biblical perspective that helps me view the situation as a believer. I have referred your article to our home Bible study group and they also seem to appreciate it. Thank you for being part of our journey and helping us remember that God is always in control and that He has given us what is needed to do our part in sharing the hope and love we have in Him.” – Linda H.

Testimony

“Life changing. This podcast has been life changing for me. While I was already a believer, it has deepened my faith in ways I never thought possible. I have received resources from this ministry and they are equally encouraging and wonderful. I promise you will not regret listening to this podcast. Thank you so much First 15 ministry for all you are doing!” – First15 Podcast Listener

Testimony

“We are so grateful for the way you shine his light so brightly. Thank you for providing invaluable resources for parents in a time that can so easily be marked by chaos and busyness.” – Michael & Claire A.

Testimony

“I just wanted to send a brief note to say how much I am enjoying this book called Wisdom Matters. Janet Denison has such great insights and I have loved reading this in the morning rather than at night. Thank you once again. And of course, I am grateful for the current updates in a Christian perspective every morning from the Denison Forum. So helpful. Once again, thank you… you are truly a gift from God.” – Corky M.

At Denison Ministries, we envision a world fueled by faith, not by fear. A place where Christians of all ages are grounded in biblical truth and actively apply it in their lives. Our free resources illuminate paths that foster flourishing lives, families, and communities. 

Our relevant and accessible content empowers Christ-followers to walk in the Spirit, embody wisdom, and sow seeds of integrity and compassion in the world around them. 

The ripple effect of these transformed lives will be positive change: spiritual renewal, improved mental health, thriving families, peaceful communities, ethnic reconciliation with others, political civility, and a more unified world. 

Our digital content equips the church of Jesus Christ in its individual and corporate expressions to champion biblical justice, and individual righteousness, seek reconciliation and peace, and ultimately lead the world to be like Jesus.

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Transforming culture through Christ-centered content
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