Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

It’s Witness Wednesday at Georgia Tech! Todd talks with students about faith and politics, whether science could eventually disprove Christianity, and why an emotional response to the gospel isn’t necessarily conversion.



Segment 1




• Should your faith shape your politics, or should the two stay separate?







• What does your everyday life reveal about what you actually believe?







• Being sorry for your sin isn’t the same as being saved. So what is?




Segment 2




• If science explained what ancient religions attributed to gods, could Christianity be next?







• How would you answer someone who asks, “Why is your religion right and everyone else’s wrong?”







• What makes Christianity radically different from every works-based religion?




Segment 3




• Can you actually prove to someone that God exists?







• Your conscience tells you something about yourself you may not want to admit.







• If everyone deserves judgment, how can God forgive anyone and still be just?




Segment 4




• Wearing a cross doesn’t mean you understand what happened on it.







• Think you’re good enough for heaven? Here’s the problem with that.







• Why Todd won’t lead someone in a sinner’s prayer, even when they appear ready to respond.




Preorder Todd Friel’s new book, Go Serve Your King: The Key to Extraordinary Purpose in Everyday Life, available December 1. Preorder your copy at https://FortisInstitute.org/King



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Today’s headlines raise some big questions. What happens when uncomfortable facts become off-limits, men increasingly struggle to find work, and Christianity’s exclusive claims collide with “all roads lead to God”?



Segment 1



• How can AI be genuinely useful without becoming something you rely on too heavily?



• If God ordains everything, does that make Him responsible for evil?



• How do ultimate, proximate, and efficient causes help explain God’s sovereignty over a world where evil exists?



Segment 2



• A church plays Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5” on a pipe organ. What belongs in a worship service?



• Do archaeological discoveries and holy sites strengthen our faith, or has God already given us something more certain?



• Why has LGBT identification risen so dramatically in America, and how much does cultural affirmation play a role?



Segment 3



• Nearly all recent U.S. job growth reportedly went to women. What happens to a society when men increasingly struggle to find work?



• A Virginia school district tells teachers not to associate 9/11 with Islam. Can you teach what happened without addressing the attackers’ religious motivation?



• When does legitimate criticism of a religion get wrongly dismissed as “Islamophobia”?



Segment 4



• Jane Fonda challenged the Archbishop of Canterbury with a question that sounds like it could have been asked today: aren’t there many valid ways to God?



• Why wasn’t “Jesus is the only way” the Archbishop’s immediate response?



• Fifty years later, what can this exchange teach Christians about responding clearly to religious pluralism?







Preorder Todd Friel’s new book, Go Serve Your King: The Key to Extraordinary Purpose in Everyday Life, available December 1. Preorder your copy at https://FortisInstitute.org/King



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What makes a sermon truly powerful? Todd reflects on Tim Challies’ preaching, explains where he differs with John Mark Comer on spiritual disciplines, and shares an important lesson from Challies about trusting God when suffering doesn’t make sense.



Segment 1




• What gives a sermon real “oomph”—powerful delivery, great writing, or something more?







• Tim Challies shows how a soft-spoken preacher can still deliver a sermon with serious impact.







• The goal of preaching isn’t impressive oratory—it’s to help you see Christ more clearly and love Him more.




Segment 2




• Todd compares Go Serve Your King with John Mark Comer’s Practicing the Way. Where do their approaches differ?







• Should spiritual disciplines produce an integrated Christian life—or should knowing and loving Christ drive those disciplines?







• What’s the difference between systematic, biblical, and historical theology, and how should theology actually change you?




Segment 3




• When someone is suffering, even good theology can be delivered at the wrong time.







• Tim Challies shares lessons learned through the devastating loss of his son about grief, comfort, and simply being present.







• You may never see the good God brings from your suffering in this life—do you still have reason to trust Him?




Segment 4




• Do you constantly wonder, “Am I really saved?” or “Have I repented enough?”







• Your feelings aren’t a reliable measure of your salvation—so what biblical signs should you look for?







• How trusting Christ and leaning on your local church can help break the cycle of constantly questioning your salvation.








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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• My mother-in-law is an Anglican deaconess who preaches and is becoming increasingly liberal. Are we obligated to keep confronting her about our disagreements, or should we let it go and pray for her? — Amanda



Segment 2



• We want to raise our two young boys to be godly men. How do we work on their hearts instead of just modifying their behavior, and what should we use for Bible study at their age? — Sam



• Is there a place for topical preaching, or should preaching always be expository? Is listening to topical sermons for targeted growth wrong? — Alex



Segment 3



• What is presuppositional apologetics, and why can using it in evangelism make people angry? — Shantai



Segment 4



• What can Penn Jillette’s reaction teach us about how we use presuppositional apologetics in evangelism?



• How should we deal with anti-Semitic thinking that seems to be appearing in Christian circles, especially when it enters the local church? — Anonymous



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Can you be a faithful Christian without being committed to a local church? The very real problem of church hurt raises another difficult question: if a church has deeply wounded you, where do you go from there?



Segment 1




•Kevin DeYoung answers the Christian who says, “I don’t need to go to church.”







• The church is a body, a building, and a bride—why does each picture matter?







• Does the Great Commission actually support Christian nationalism?




Segment 2




• Church hurt is real—but should it cause you to abandon the local church?







• Kevin DeYoung explains why you can’t separate Jesus from His body and bride.







• Been burned by a church? Here’s what to look for when finding a healthy one.




Segment 3




• A double-murder case is dismissed because the accused is mentally incompetent—what about justice for the victims?







• Transgender procedures for children compared to circumcision. Does that comparison hold up?







• What happens when a culture loses a biblical understanding of human value?




Segment 4




• Why is Britain teaching asylum seekers that rape and sexual harassment are crimes?







• You can impose rules—but can laws create moral people?







• How religion shapes culture—and why that should motivate Christians to evangelize.




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It’s Witness Wednesday! Why should we care about people we’ve never met? At Georgia Tech, Todd challenges students to explain compassion from an evolutionary worldview, then talks with a Catholic student about purgatory, repentance, and what separates the Gospel from religious works.



Segment 1



• Why should you care about someone suffering 5,000 miles away?



• Can evolution provide a consistent reason for compassion and self-sacrifice?



• You don’t have to evangelize like Todd—find your own “fishing hole” and start with one person.



Segment 2



• A Catholic student admits God isn’t the number-one affection in his life.



• If we’ve broken God’s law, should we expect heaven—or judgment?



• Is purgatory the answer to our guilt before a holy God?



Segment 3



• Knowing Jesus died on the cross isn’t the same as being born again.



• What do repentance and faith actually look like?



• Todd explains the crucial difference between the biblical Gospel and trying to earn salvation through religion.



Segment 4



• One student thinks Christianity is basically karma: do good and good will come back to you.



• “I’m not that awful of a person.” But what does God’s standard reveal?



• Christianity isn’t about good people earning heaven—it’s about guilty people being saved by Christ.



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Christian nationalism promises a more Christian society—but is giving the government power to enforce Christianity actually biblical? Todd looks at what Scripture and history have to say before turning to a $17 million child sponsorship controversy and some troubling church news.



Segment 1



• Is it time for Christians to finally render a verdict on Christian nationalism?



• Where does the Bible actually tell the church to impose Christianity through the state?



• Why Todd believes Christian nationalism is creating real problems inside local churches.



Segment 2



• Christian nationalism has been tried before—what can we learn from the results?



• If the government enforces Christianity, who gets to decide which version of Christianity wins?



• Todd argues Christians should invest their energy in the Gospel rather than political power.



Segment 3



• A Christian band reportedly made $17 million promoting child sponsorships—but is that actually wrong?



• Would you accept a cut every time someone sponsored a child because of your endorsement?



• Before rushing to judgment, there may be another side to this controversial arrangement.



Segment 4



• When does a paid ministry endorsement cross the line from legitimate business to something unseemly?



• Thousands of persecuted Christians desperately need refuge—are we remembering our suffering brothers and sisters?



• Raves at St. Paul’s Cathedral—and another warning about mixing church and state.



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The popular story of the Crusades says Christians were the aggressors—but is that what actually happened? Todd separates history from myth before turning to some of the biggest struggles Christians face today—and how you can become better equipped to help someone who is hurting.



Segment 1



• Were the Crusades really an unprovoked Christian attack on the Muslim world?



• Discover the centuries of history that often get left out of the story.



• The one fact about the Crusades worth remembering the next time someone brings them up.



Segment 2



• Were Crusaders really greedy opportunists looking to get rich?



• Why were men willing to risk bankruptcy—and face staggering casualty rates—to participate?



• Did the Crusades create Muslim hostility toward Christians? The timeline tells a different story.



Segment 3



• Assurance, anxiety, pornography, comparison, loneliness—are you equipped to help someone who is struggling?



• Learn how to address real problems without twisting Scripture to fit someone’s “felt needs.”



• Someone opens up to you about a serious struggle. Here’s what not to do first.



Segment 4



• Can genuine Christians struggle with doubt? Absolutely—and how you respond matters.



• What should you say when someone tells you they can’t “feel” God’s presence?



• Learn to ask better questions and point struggling Christians toward what will actually strengthen them.



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• What is your opinion on the Book of Enoch? — Anonymous



Segment 2



• From what I’ve seen, a church evangelism program goes nowhere if the lead pastor isn’t actively involved. Do you agree? — Jay



• Should I stay at and get baptized in a Bible-believing church that sings Hillsong and sometimes lets women read Scripture, lead prayer, and welcome the congregation? — Ella



Segment 3



• Is reflexology a sin? — Nancy



• Is it a sin to clip your fingernails in the office? — James



Segment 4



• Would you consider “Make Evangelism Great Again” (MEGA) as a merch idea? — Brian



• How can I respond biblically when I feel overlooked, less valued, or less capable than someone else without becoming discouraged or obsessed with proving myself? — Tom



• What do you think about gospel tracts disguised as $5, $10, and $20 bills? As a former server, I loathe them. — Tristan



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Kids are being told transition will solve their distress—and sometimes that the alternative is suicide. Todd examines the stories of two young people who were swept into transgender ideology and later rejected it, revealing how schools, social media, peers, therapists, and doctors can influence vulnerable kids.



Segment 1



• Layla Jane began questioning her gender after years of emotional struggles.



• Social media helped convince her that transitioning could be the answer.



• At just 13, she underwent a mastectomy.



Segment 2



• What wasn’t Layla told before taking testosterone and having surgery?



• Transition promised happiness—but it didn't resolve her underlying struggles.



• Todd examines the evidence surrounding puberty blockers and youth mental health.



Segment 3



• Simon Amaya Price describes the brokenness that preceded his transgender identity.



• School and online influences gave him a new explanation for his struggles.



• How does transgender ideology spread among vulnerable teenagers?



Segment 4



• Simon says nearly every professional he encountered affirmed his transgender identity.



• His father said no to medical transition—and Simon is now grateful he did.



• What should parents and churches learn from these stories?



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It’s Witness Wednesday at Georgia Tech! Could you explain the gospel if someone put you on the spot? Todd talks with Christian students, tackles tough abortion questions, and challenges an atheist who thinks good people go to heaven.



Segment 1



• A Christian physics student sees evidence of a Creator everywhere—but can he clearly explain the gospel?



• Why understanding our sin is essential to understanding the love of Christ.



Segment 2



• Todd gives a group of Christian students 60 seconds to convince him to become a Christian.



• Is telling someone “God loves you” enough—or are we leaving out the very reason Jesus had to die?



Segment 3



• Is abortion ever justified because of rape, incest, disability, or difficult circumstances?



• Todd brings the debate back to one fundamental question: What is the unborn child?



Segment 4



• An atheist thinks Christianity is about being good enough to get into heaven. Is that actually the gospel?



• Todd challenges his claim to being a “good person” before explaining why salvation isn’t something we can earn.



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Biblical preaching should give you more than a few helpful ideas for the week. Todd contrasts expository preaching with the me-centered “TED Talk” approach, offers a biblical grid for evaluating worship music, and tackles a listener’s question about whether women should serve Communion.



Segment 1



• Todd introduces the heart behind his new book, Go Serve Your King. Pre-Order today at FortisInstitute.org/King



• Why your faith shouldn’t occupy a separate spiritual category from your work, money, recreation, family, and everyday responsibilities.



• Christianity isn’t a checklist. Learn how ordinary faithfulness in the life God has already given you can glorify your King.



Segment 2



• What’s the difference between biblical expository preaching and a Christianized TED Talk?



• Does your pastor begin with what God has said—or with a topic, felt need, story, or cultural trend?



• Todd gives seven questions you can use to evaluate the preaching you hear every Sunday.



Segment 3



• Todd examines Andy Stanley’s sermons and asks whether they’re teaching you the Bible—or simply teaching you Andy Stanley’s ideas.



• Is your worship music primarily about God and His glory, or about you and your experience?



• Five questions to consider when evaluating whether the songs your church sings are biblically faithful, God-centered, and appropriate for congregational worship.



Segment 4



• A missionary planting an underground church challenges Todd’s view on women administering the Lord’s Supper.



• Does Scripture actually require elders or men to distribute Communion—or are we turning a biblical pattern into a rule?



• Should women read Scripture in the gathered church? Todd considers where participation ends and teaching authority begins.



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Australia is making public evangelism increasingly difficult, many churches say they value evangelism but have no real plan to do it, and plenty of Christians simply don’t know how to start a gospel conversation. Evangelist Andrew Walkington joins Todd to explain what’s happening in Australia—and how ordinary Christians can become more confident sharing their faith.



Segment 1



• What is it like trying to evangelize in a country where public preaching and even handing out gospel tracts can be restricted?



• Andrew explains how changing Australian laws and culture have forced his ministry to rethink open-air evangelism.



• Why the freedoms American Christians still have should motivate us to make the most of every opportunity to share the gospel.



Segment 2



• What’s one of the simplest ways to become better at evangelism? Ask questions.



• Why are university students increasingly willing to have long conversations about God, truth, and what they believe?



• Learn how asking someone what they believe—and why they believe it—can naturally open the door to the gospel.



Segment 3



• Most churches say evangelism matters—but how many are actually equipping Christians to do it?



• Can someone know all the right Christian language and still not understand the gospel?



• Why you should keep asking questions even after someone tells you, “I’m a Christian.”



Segment 4



• How do you turn an ordinary conversation with a coworker, neighbor, or stranger into a spiritual conversation?



• Why asking a spiritual question shouldn’t become an excuse to immediately switch into “preacher mode.”



• Learn how to challenge someone’s worldview without humiliating them—and why apologetics should always serve the ultimate goal of sharing the gospel.



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• What do you think about churches using a website like Ministry Imprint to identify spiritual gifts and ways people would be good at serving? — Trevor



• Several older men at my church are Freemasons, including deacons who influence the pastor. What should we do? — Audrey



Segment 2



• Our church sign says, “Our church is like fudge...sweet with a few nuts.” Thoughts? — Marion



• My pastor doesn’t like the term “Christian” and prefers “believer” or “follower.” Am I off base for being concerned? — James



• Some people say, “It only has to be in the Bible once to be true.” Is there a name for that biblical hermeneutic? — Troy



Segment 3



• What are your thoughts on Anglo-Catholicism? — JJ



• What do you think about the little rubber Jesus dolls Christians are handing out? — Kelli



• Should Christians be vegans? — Courtney



Segment 4



• Is Allie Beth Stuckey a solid biblical woman for other Bible-believing women to listen to? — JoAnna



• Can you define complementarianism and explain why you aren’t patriarchal in your view of men’s and women’s roles in the church? — Anonymous



• My family went to the zoo and the animal cages had preferred pronouns listed on them. Thoughts? — Anonymous



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What do you do when God gives you news you never wanted? And what can churches learn when a respected ministry collapses? Todd looks at trusting God through suffering, the fallout from G3 Ministries, and how churches can pursue accountability without overreacting.



Segment 1



• Phil Johnson’s cancer has returned—and the prognosis isn’t what anyone hoped to hear.



• How should Christians respond when God gives us circumstances we desperately wish He would change?



• What does it actually look like to trust that God is good even when His plans aren’t ours?



Segment 2



• Phil Johnson once argued that evangelical Christianity may be in even greater need of Reformation than the church was in Luther’s day.



• Could a modern-day Reformation even happen in a culture flooded with Christian influencers and competing voices?



• Todd examines troubling anti-Semitism within some corners of Christian nationalism—and why forgetting history can have dangerous consequences.



Segment 3



• G3 Ministries is gone after another controversy—but Todd believes an innocent pastor’s reputation was unfairly damaged along the way.



• When does legitimate concern cross the line into publicly besmirching a brother?



• What can Christians learn from accusations that Todd says never should have escalated the way they did?



Segment 4



• After another ministry scandal, what can your church actually do to keep its leaders accountable?



• Should pastors have additional safeguards, regular reviews, and greater transparency—or can accountability measures go too far?



• Why no policy or system can completely protect a church when someone is determined to deceive.



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It’s Witness Wednesday! What do you say to an atheist who demands evidence for God, someone searching for the right religion, or even a professing Christian who thinks he can earn his way to heaven? Listen in as Todd demonstrates how to challenge unbelief and move conversations toward the gospel.



Segment 1



• Todd meets Jay, an atheist who questions how God’s omniscience can coexist with human free will.



• What evidence can you give someone who insists there’s no reason to believe in a Creator?



• See how Todd moves from intellectual objections to the conscience and the reality of coming judgment.



Segment 2



• Etienne is searching for answers but isn’t convinced heaven and hell are real.



• What makes Christianity different from Islam and other religions that promise a path to paradise?



• Learn how to explain the difference between trying to earn salvation and receiving forgiveness through Christ.



Segment 3



• A Baptist student says he hopes he can earn his way to heaven.



• How do you help a professing Christian recognize that being good and saying “I’m sorry” isn’t the gospel?



Segment 4



• Todd returns to Jay, the atheist, who is actively trying to convince other students to reject God.



• Can an atheist worldview provide an objective foundation for right and wrong?



• What should you do when someone isn’t interested in listening and only wants to argue?



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Pornography is increasingly becoming a struggle for women—but what’s really driving it, and how can Christian women fight it? Todd sits down with Fortis Fellow and biblical counselor Libby Glosson to discuss what’s happening beneath the surface and the hope found in Christ.



Segment 1



• Why are more women consuming pornography—and has our culture encouraged women to adopt some of the worst behaviors of men?



• What are women really seeking through pornography: intimacy, acceptance, love, or escape?



• Why pornography is ultimately more than a sexual problem—it’s a heart and worship problem.



Segment 2



• Why “just stop it” and shame aren't enough to produce lasting change.



• How wrong beliefs about God's goodness, holiness, and character can fuel sexual sin.



• What practical steps can women take without ignoring the deeper desires of the heart?



Segment 3



• What's the difference between wanting freedom from consequences and genuinely wanting to repent?



• Can repeated sexual sin dull a Christian's conscience?



• How do you uncover what's really driving a recurring struggle with pornography?



Segment 4



• What should you actually do when temptation hits?



• Why fighting pornography may require dealing with escapism, discontentment, ingratitude, and entitlement.



• In the moment of temptation, the ultimate question is: Will you love Christ more than your sin?



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Grace Community Church has named John MacArthur’s successor, while another controversy surrounding G3 Ministries raises serious questions about church leadership and accountability.



Segment 1



• Grace Community Church announces Nathan Busenitz as its new pastor following John MacArthur.



• Why Todd believes GCC handled this enormous transition well.



• Nathan Busenitz examines capitalism vs. socialism from a biblical worldview.



Segment 2



• Is capitalism actually more biblical than socialism?



• Why biblical generosity is voluntary rather than compelled by government.How our understanding of human nature changes the capitalism vs. socialism debate.



Segment 3



• Todd addresses the latest G3 Ministries controversy—and explains why Wretched waited to discuss it.



• Anonymous plagiarism accusations, a bizarre mailing campaign, and the resignation of all four elders at Praise Mill Baptist Church.



• When a church is rocked by controversy, how should Christians respond without gossiping or rushing to judgment?



Segment 4



• How should churches hold elders accountable without undermining their biblical authority?



• Why church members sometimes need to trust elders even when confidentiality prevents them from explaining a decision.



• What decisions should require congregational involvement—and could better accountability help prevent future church scandals?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Can a Christian celebrate Indian holidays like Diwali, even if the Hindu religious elements aren't emphasized? — Troy



• Why don't you baptize babies? — Anonymous



Segment 2



• How can I stop being controlled by other people's opinions and find my identity in Christ? — JD



Segment 3



• What should I do if I want to serve more at church but keep getting overlooked? — Anonymous



• Is it appropriate to dance with someone who isn't your spouse? — Jana



Segment 4



• How do I respect my husband when I feel like there's nothing about him to respect? — Nancy



• What is your view of the baptism of the Holy Spirit? — Jeremy



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Is ADHD being overdiagnosed? Todd challenges some common assumptions about children, medicine, and education before Todd and Jimmy decide which of several outrageous stories is the most agitating.



Segment 1



• Is ADHD really a medical condition—or are we medicating kids who simply don't fit the system?



• What if your child isn't broken... but simply learns differently?



• Why parents shouldn't let academic performance define their child's potential.



Segment 2



• Are we too quick to trust a diagnosis simply because it comes from a medical professional?



• Texas Children's Hospital is accused of using false diagnoses to bill Medicaid for gender procedures.



• Why viability and a heartbeat aren't the strongest arguments for when human life deserves protection.



Segment 3



• Adam Hamilton defends the idea that people can be saved without knowing Jesus—but does his argument work?



• A televangelist who declared he'd never go to jail is now behind bars for obstructing the IRS.



• His church is still encouraging people to send money to their imprisoned “anointed leader.”



Segment 4



• A man confessed to murdering a pastor and asked to be executed—so why is the case still dragging on?



• Another Duggar family scandal raises questions about crime, punishment, and accountability.



• A restaurant owner kicks out a pro-life group and compares them to the KKK—but does a private business have the right to do that?



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It’s Witness Wednesday! What do you say when someone trusts science instead of God, thinks growing up Christian makes them a Christian, or believes being good will get them to heaven?



Segment 1



• Can you believe in science without exercising faith?



• How do you reason with someone who believes the universe doesn't need a Designer?



• What do you say to someone who simply doesn't care about God or judgment?



Segment 2



• Does growing up in a Christian home make you a Christian?



• How can someone read the Bible and still miss the gospel?



• What do you say to someone who insists he's still “searching” for the truth?



Segment 3



• Is being a “good person” enough to get you into heaven?



• Can Christians, Muslims, and Jews all be saved?



• Why can't a loving God simply forgive everyone?



Segment 4



• Can your good works ever make up for your sins?



• How do you explain the “great exchange” in a witnessing conversation?



• What does it actually mean to stop striving and trust in Christ alone?



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Do your feelings get a vote when God has already spoken? From rejecting hell to claiming personal encounters with Jesus, Todd looks at why even sincere experiences can lead us away from truth—and why Scripture has to remain the final authority.



Segment 1



• Why Todd believes leaving mentally ill and addicted people on the streets isn't compassion.



• What his trip to Chattanooga revealed about homelessness and human dignity.



• Why personal autonomy isn't always the most loving answer.



Segment 2



• Jen Hatmaker says abandoning her belief in a literal hell was “the best thing” that ever happened to her.



• Should Christians use the fear of hell when sharing the gospel—especially with children?



• Why the gospel requires both the reality of judgment and the kindness of God in providing a Savior.



Segment 3



• Kathie Lee Gifford says she's experienced Jesus speaking to her and encounters with the demonic.



• Why Todd says Christians don't need personal experiences to confirm what Jesus has already revealed in Scripture.



• Are Christians treating baptism with the same urgency we see in the book of Acts?



Segment 4



• Why older Christian men cannot afford to coast spiritually or assume they're beyond serious sexual sin.



• Massachusetts expands access to late-term abortion—and an abortion doctor says he'd perform one simply because a woman changed her mind.



• A proposed law would require pornography websites to verify that users are adults.



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•Christian nationalism is gaining traction with young Christian men—but is it actually biblical? Todd looks at the history and theology behind the movement, puts the idea of a “Christian prince” to the test, and explains why evangelism should spend more time exalting Christ than playing defense.



Segment 1



• Why are so many young Christian men attracted to Christian nationalism?



• Does the movement have enough biblical support—or does it rely more heavily on historical theology?



• What the bloody history of church-state alliances should teach Christians today.



Segment 2



• What happens when the church’s mission gets mixed with the government’s power of the sword?



• Could Christian nationalism actually undermine evangelism and misrepresent Jesus?



• Why Todd believes pursuing a “Christian nation” can distract the church from making disciples.



Segment 3



• If America had a “Christian prince,” who gets to decide what qualifies as Christian?



• Todd uses Adam Hamilton’s views on salvation and universalism to expose a major problem with the idea.



• Whose theology ultimately determines what a Christian government would enforce?



Segment 4



• Why Todd wants evangelism to spend less time defending Christianity and more time exalting Christ.



• Out of the Shadows confronts pornography among women without minimizing the sin or piling on shame.



• How confession, repentance, and bringing hidden sin into the light lead toward genuine change.



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Why is antisemitism escalating around the world? — Jonathan



• What’s the difference between biblical counseling and Christian counseling? — Anonymous



Segment 2



• How should I biblically handle my one-year-old’s temper tantrums? — Alexandra



• Is it appropriate to confront my retired dad about how he’s spending his time? — Anonymous



Segment 3



• Should we regularly use study Bibles if we have the Holy Spirit to help us understand Scripture? — Rachel



• What does it actually mean to be “led by the Spirit”?



Segment 4



• My grandfather died unsaved. How should I deal with the guilt of not sharing the gospel with him? — Matt



• How long should I have victory over pornography before pursuing a relationship? — Jonathan



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Bethel is still producing “visions,” parents are increasingly being cut off by their adult children, free speech collides with Islam, and two former NBA players expose the WNBA’s transgender dilemma. What should Christians learn from all of it?



Segment 1



• A Bethel Music singer describes a dramatic “vision” of Jesus.



• Why chasing fresh revelations can quietly undermine the sufficiency of Scripture.



• If your church sings Bethel Music, what exactly are you supporting?



Segment 2



• Why are so many adult children cutting off their parents?



• Five influences driving family estrangement, from politics to therapy culture.



• What Christian parents can do now to strengthen relationships with their children.



Segment 3



• A British activist tests whether an Oxford audience really believes in free speech.



• Why one envelope containing a supposed image of Muhammad caused an uproar.



• What the confrontation reveals about Islam and Western values.



Segment 4



• Two former NBA players say they identify as women and want into the WNBA.



• Their stunt forces the transgender sports debate to confront its own logic.



• When obvious truths are rejected, why facts alone may never be enough.



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Someone tells you they’re a Christian. What should you ask next? On this Witness Wednesday, listen in as Todd demonstrates how to move past labels, uncover what people actually believe, and naturally steer conversations toward the gospel.



Segment 1



• Todd meets Francisco, a professing Christian who believes there’s room for other religions.



• How do you challenge religious pluralism without getting lost in an argument?



• Learn how a few simple questions can reveal what someone really believes about Jesus.



Segment 2



• Oren says he’s a Christian and knows he’s going to heaven—but Todd keeps asking questions.



• What should you ask to find out whether someone actually understands the gospel?



• Why you shouldn’t end the conversation just because someone says, “I’m a Christian.”



Segment 3



• Jesse doesn’t believe in God, sees nothing wrong with pornography, and isn’t bothered by the thought of hell.



• What do you say when someone seems completely unmoved by the consequences of sin?



• Watch how digging deeper uncovers something far more personal behind Jesse’s unbelief.



Segment 4



• A psychology student believes people are basically good and morality depends on the situation.



• See how Todd uses everyday questions about lying, stealing, and lust to challenge that worldview.



• Learn how to move naturally from morality to the good news of the gospel.



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A prominent Methodist pastor says the Bible contains hundreds of mistakes, a Texas city erupts over plans for a new mosque, and a politician uses Jesus to promote a gospel of good works.



Segment 1



• Why Christians may be putting too much hope in politics.



• Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton wins the Democratic Senate primary.



• The growing progressive/Islamist political alliance.



Segment 2



• Adam Hamilton claims the Bible contains “hundreds” of mistakes.



• Gabe Hughes puts one of Hamilton’s supposed contradictions to the test.



• James Talarico uses Matthew 25 to promote salvation by good works.



Segment 3



• Why Todd brings 21 pages of notes into the pulpit.



• A proposed Texas mosque sparks a heated city council meeting.



• An Iranian Sharia-law survivor warns Americans about political Islam.



Segment 4



• Is one cup of coffee basically the same as “a little crack”?



• Should pastors get special treatment when they break the law?



• A prominent atheist says he’d rather go to Hell than worship God.



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The Shack 2 is on the way... Todd explains why The Shack has been so influential despite its serious theological errors. Plus, a practical look at church membership, submitting to biblical leadership, and what faithful church life should actually look like.



Segment 1



• Why Todd believes The Shack teaches a different view of God and the gospel.



• Should pastors publicly warn their churches about bestselling Christian books?



• The biggest theological problems hidden behind an emotional story.



Segment 2



• Todd introduces Exalt the King, a new sermon podcast through 1 Peter.



• Why constantly immersing yourself in Scripture changes the way you think.



• Do Christians need modern experts to understand who Jesus really is?



Segment 3



• Should you quietly leave a church without telling your pastor?



• Why serving at church is more than just volunteering.



• What healthy church membership should actually look like.



Segment 4



• What should you do when your pastor doesn't take your advice?



• When should church members submit... and when is it right to speak up?



• How trust between pastors and church members can prevent unnecessary church conflict.



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It's Mailbag Friday! You've got questions, we've got answers.



Segment 1



• Todd and Jimmy discuss why accepting help from others can be so difficult.



• Rachel: My toddler has become so difficult that I went back to work just to get a break. What should we do?



Segment 2



• Anonymous: I disagreed with your parenting advice. How does Todd respond?



• Adam: How should Christians respond to family members who constantly connect current events to Bible prophecy?



• Should every theological disagreement become a debate?



Segment 3



• Eric: Is it wise for pastors to use a sermon application team?



• Todd explains why faithful preaching must move beyond information to biblical application that transforms the heart.



Segment 4



• Anonymous: Should I apologize to my parents for the sins I committed as a teenager?



New from Fortis



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Out of the Shadows with Libby Glosson launches Tuesday, August 18 — a new Fortis resource helping women find biblical freedom from pornography.



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Why are more young Christians returning to traditional church? Todd examines the surprising shift back toward reverence, structure, and hymnals before sharing a practical blueprint for planning a worship service that points people to Christ. Plus, Jason Lisle explains why apologetics often misses the mark, and Todd responds to Bill Maher's warning about the future of American politics.



Segment 1



• Why more churches are bringing hymnals back.



• Young Christians are asking for something many churches have abandoned.



• What makes a worship service feel distinctly Christian?



Segment 2



• Todd walks through an entire Sunday service at Alpharetta Bible Church.



• Why every element of worship should reinforce the sermon.



• A practical model for planning worship with purpose instead of performance.



Segment 3



• Why Jason Lisle says atheists already know God exists.



• The apologetics mistake many Christians make.



• Why only the gospel—not arguments—can change a heart.



Segment 4



• Bill Maher warns that the Democratic Party is embracing communism.



• Why political solutions can never replace spiritual transformation.



• How Christians should respond to a culture moving further from God.



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Can someone reject hell and still claim to follow Jesus? Todd speaks with students at Georgia Tech about religious pluralism, God's justice, and why the gospel offers what no other religion can.



Segment 1



• Jason: Can every religion lead to God?



• Jason believes he can accept Jesus while rejecting parts of the Bible.



• Why God's justice makes the doctrine of hell impossible to dismiss.



Segment 2



• Jason: If God is loving, why is hell eternal?



• Todd explains why our greatest problem isn't the size of our sin—but the holiness of the God we've sinned against.



• The conversation reaches the heart of the gospel.



Segment 3



• Preston: An atheist says Jesus is nothing more than a story borrowed from other religions.



• Can someone reject God while still claiming to be a "good person"?



• Todd challenges the foundation of Preston's worldview.



Segment 4



• Rahul: A Hindu student explains what he believes about reincarnation.



• Can any religion actually solve humanity's sin problem?



• Why Christianity offers something every other religion cannot.



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A viral evangelist is praised for sharing the gospel on an Alaska Airlines flight—but did she actually present the gospel biblically? Todd examines the message, then takes on several of today's most troubling examples of bad theology and explains why getting doctrine right matters.



Segment 1



• Did the viral Alaska Airlines evangelist present the gospel accurately?



• What's missing from many modern gospel presentations?



• Why does the order of the gospel message matter?



Segment 2



• Amanda Grace claims hidden biblical messages are found in numbers. Is this how Christians should interpret Scripture?



• Bethel leaders declare an end to racism by banging a staff. Can Christians really "decree and declare" reality?



• A Methodist church rewrites the Beatitudes. How far is too far?



Segment 3



• Which modern headlines reveal the greatest confusion about justice and biblical truth?



• Todd and Jimmy weigh several bizarre stories and ask, "Which one is the most tragic?"



• Why should Christians evaluate every headline through a biblical worldview?



Segment 4



• Why are the nations raging according to Psalm 2?



• Is politics really America's biggest problem?



• What's the only solution that can truly transform a nation?



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Segment 1



• Is neo-Nazi ideology quietly making its way from the manosphere into local churches?



• Why are so many young men attracted to the "red pill" movement—and what are they really searching for?



• Could a legitimate frustration with modern culture be leading some men toward a dangerously unbiblical solution?



Segment 2



• How should churches respond when young men embrace conspiracy-driven worldviews instead of biblical masculinity?



• Todd explains why simply mocking these movements may actually push struggling young men even deeper into them.



• What does authentic biblical manhood offer that the manosphere never can?



Segment 3



• Is today's therapy culture encouraging adult children to ghost their parents?



• Todd unpacks why "toxic" and "trauma" may be getting redefined in ways that destroy families.



• Could cutting off difficult relationships actually stunt your spiritual and emotional growth?



Segment 4



• A woman follows her therapist's advice to cut off her mother... and spends ten years regretting it.



• Todd connects parental ghosting, the crisis facing young men, and the church's opportunity to respond.



• Is your church preparing young men to become godly leaders before another worldview captures their attention?



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It's Mailbag Friday! You've got questions, we've got answers.



Segment 1



• Shantal: What should Christians believe about Anglicanism?



• Bryce: Are the qualifications for leading a Bible study different from being a pastor?



• Tom: How do we encourage larger families while showing compassion to couples who cannot have children?



Segment 2



• Leslie: How should I respond after letting a Facebook argument create conflict in my marriage?



• Lori: Should Christians use a transgender person's preferred name and pronouns?



• Anonymous: Has Todd ever shared his personal testimony?



Segment 3



• Emily: Will broken bodies be made whole in heaven?



• Jerrod: Can women administer baptism and communion?



Segment 4



• Eli: Should Christian women wear yoga pants, and how should parents teach modesty to their children?



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It's Mailbag Week! You've got questions, we've got answers.



Segment 1



• Aimee & Hannah: Do angels still minister to believers on earth today?



• Nancy: After years of wandering from the faith, should I get baptized again?



• Kerry: What is Christian Science, and how does it differ from biblical Christianity?



Segment 2



• Andrew: Is playing chess a gray area, or am I overthinking it?



Segment 3



• Anonymous: How should I respond to family members who claim Christ but reject biblical truth?



• Boaz: How can I pursue a godly relationship without making that person an idol?



Segment 4



• Anonymous: Should I join a church that doesn't have a formal membership process?



• Stephanie: What does it really mean that sin separates us from God?



• Tom: Why is Freemasonry incompatible with biblical Christianity?



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Does everyone have their own truth? Can good works outweigh our sin? Todd sits down with William, a political science student at Kennesaw State University, to discuss objective truth, the gospel, and whether anyone can be made right with God through good works.



Segment 1



• Does everyone have their own truth?



• William explains his view of God and Christianity.



• Todd challenges the idea that sincere belief determines reality.



Segment 2



• William attempts to explain the gospel.



• Does Jesus' death automatically remove everyone's guilt?



• Why God's holiness and justice make the gospel necessary.



Segment 3



• Can good works outweigh our sin?



• What does it really mean to be born again?



• Todd explains why salvation cannot be earned.



Segment 4



• Todd reflects on the conversation with William.



• Practical lessons for sharing the gospel on a college campus.



• Why evangelism should focus on Christ instead of winning arguments.



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It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Anonymous: Should I leave my church because it uses Bethel Music?



• Anonymous: How should I handle toxic in-laws while honoring Christ?



Segment 2



• Todd explains what it really means to be a biblical man—and why protecting your wife is harder than going to the gym.



• Can you explain the gospel in just 30 seconds?



Segment 3



• Did Jimmy use AI to create a new Wretched Radio theme song?



• Joseph: Do babies who die go to heaven?



• Steve: How can I serve the Lord when my health keeps me from doing ministry?



Segment 4



• Todd shares two practical ways churches can better connect younger and older generations.



• Dakota: Should I stop giving to my church if I disagree with how it spends money?



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It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• David: Is it OK to keep secrets from your spouse?



• Betty: Will we remember our sins when we're in heaven?



Segment 2



• Anonymous: How can I stop focusing on my spouse's faults instead of my own?



• Todd shares an encouraging testimony about how Drive By Parenting transformed one father's relationship with his son.



Segment 3



• Anonymous: After overcoming a porn addiction, what should I fight next?



• Todd and Jimmy: Does cornbread need cracklins... and does honey belong on it?



Segment 4



• Brent: Is euthanizing a suffering pet biblical?



• Joanne: What should Christians think about Flat Earth claims?



• Anonymous: Can a divorced man who came to Christ later still serve as a pastor?



• Stuart: Should you share the gospel the moment you meet someone?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Jeremy: Should we simplify the gospel for young children, or should we teach them about hell?



• Anonymous: Should someone become a church member before serving on the worship team?



Segment 2



• Anonymous: What's the biblical difference between elder-led and congregational church governance?



• Kenny: Should Christians ever say "namaste"?



• Anonymous: Should Christians support rebuilding a third temple in Jerusalem?



Segment 3



• Anonymous: What should I do if my wife and I disagree about women serving as pastors?



• Joe: Would it be wrong to deny Christ if it meant saving someone else's life?



• Rob: Is witnessing to atheists online as effective as sharing the gospel in person?



Segment 4



• Corey: Should Christians stay in a church that's drifting theologically or leave?



• Mike: How should I deal with the desire for marriage after repeated rejection?



• Anonymous: Are we running out of time to freely share the gospel?



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Are Christian parents focusing too much on behavior and not enough on the heart? Todd sits down with bestselling author Dr. Tedd Tripp for a candid conversation about biblical parenting, technology, smartphones, prodigal children, and why the gospel—not behavior modification—is the foundation of faithful parenting.



Segment 1



• Why parenting is harder than ever.



• Technology, pornography, and the dangers parents often underestimate.



• Why your child's greatest need isn't better behavior.



Segment 2



• Should your child have a smartphone?



• Why so many Christian kids walk away from home—and the faith.



• The importance of staying engaged in your child's life.



Segment 3



• Can you prevent a prodigal child?



• Why influence is more powerful than authority.



• Practical wisdom for raising children in a distracted world.



Segment 4



• What if you feel like you've already failed as a parent?



• Why it's never too late to faithfully shepherd your child.



• Finding hope in the power of the gospel and the grace of God.



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Do you actually understand the gospel? Many people think it's about being a good person, earning God's favor, or simply saying you're sorry. As Todd speaks with students at Georgia Tech, he uncovers several common misunderstandings and explains the life-changing truth of what Christ has done for sinners.



Segment 1



• Is Christianity just another version of karma?



• Can being a "good person" make you right with God?



• What the gospel actually teaches.



Segment 2



• Does science eliminate the need for a Creator?



• Why design points to a Designer.



• The biggest question of all: Is Christianity true?



Segment 3



Are people basically good or fundamentally sinful?



Why God's justice makes the gospel such good news.



What it really means to repent and believe.



Segment 4



Can you know the gospel without truly knowing Christ?



How can you know if your faith is genuine?



The marks of true conversion.



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Which is more dangerous: denying the exclusivity of Christ, teaching that all religions lead to God, or claiming people can be saved without hearing the gospel? Todd compares several popular teachings and explains why one stands above the rest.



Segment 1



• A female “preacher” claims Jesus isn't "my way or the highway."



• Can John 14:6 really mean something other than what Jesus said?



• Why denying Christ's exclusivity destroys the gospel.



Segment 2



• William Lane Craig says people can be saved without hearing the name of Jesus.



• Does Romans 1 teach that general revelation is enough for salvation?



• Why Todd says this teaching undermines the Great Commission.



Segment 3



• Raphael Warnock says many religions lead to the same God.



• An imam defends Muhammad's marriage to a child.



• Which teaching does Todd say is actually the most dangerous?



Segment 4



• John MacArthur's message to pastors who feel discouraged.



• Why faithful ministry always comes with criticism.



• How every church member can encourage their pastor.



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Every political debate eventually comes down to one question: "Says who?" Todd explains why Christians must ground every argument in God's authority—not history, culture, or public opinion.



Segment 1



• Why Todd says Stephen Miller's argument ultimately falls short.



• The one question every political debate must answer.



• Why Christians can't ultimately appeal to history, culture, or tradition.



Segment 2



• What sin Todd says is fueling so much of today's cultural conflict.



• Who actually decides what's "good," "normal," and "beautiful"?



• Why our battle isn't ultimately against people—it's against rebellion toward God.



Segment 3



• The one phrase that explains nearly every rebellion in Scripture.



• What Noah, Babel, Pharaoh, and the book of Judges all have in common.



• What happens when a society rejects God's authority.



Segment 4



• Why Christian parents shouldn't make themselves the ultimate authority.



• Charles Spurgeon on the only authority that matters.



• How "Thus saith the Lord" should shape every area of a Christian's life.



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Anonymous asks: Should we leave our church if our pastor regularly makes major decisions without the other elders?



Segment 2



• Justin asks: Can a husband and wife biblically lead a co-ed Bible study together?



Segment 3



• Anonymous asks: Is it a good idea to witness to phone scammers?



• Anonymous asks: Should Christian teenagers date? If so, when?



Segment 4



• Wyatt asks: Does a recurring struggle with pornography disqualify a man from serving as an elder?



• Anonymous asks: If sincere Christians interpret the Bible differently, how can we know who's actually right?



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Can Christians trust the feeling that “the Lord’s presence” is stronger at one church than another? Todd examines how emotions can influence church decisions, what Michelle Obama’s one-word answer reveals about the spirit of the age, and how believers should think biblically about politics, patriotism, and cultural change.



Segment 1



• Is every government-funded service automatically socialism?



• What responsibilities has God actually assigned to civil government?



• Barack and Michelle Obama each choose one word to describe their next chapter.



• How can Christians enjoy rest without making the next season of life entirely about themselves?



Segment 2



• What do Christians really mean when they say they can “feel the Lord’s presence”?



• Can an emotional worship experience be mistaken for evidence that a church is spiritually healthy?



• What should matter more than feelings when deciding where your family will worship?



• Is a distant church still the best choice if the drive keeps you from becoming involved in its life?



Segment 3



• Should the Bible ever be packaged together with America’s founding documents?



• Can patriotism quietly become confused with devotion to Christ?



• Why have Christian leaders criticized the God Bless the USA Bible?



• What happens when church and state become too closely connected?



Segment 4



• Why are younger conservatives becoming increasingly hostile toward Israel?



• Does the possibility of UFOs create any real challenge to Christianity?



• What does the euthanasia of a child reveal about where radical autonomy leads?



• What can Christians learn from public leaders who remain gracious and openly faithful under pressure?



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Why do people really reject Jesus? In this Witness Wednesday, Todd has two honest conversations with college students that reveal the difference between intellectual objections and the deeper issues of the heart. Learn practical evangelism lessons that will help you confidently keep the gospel at the center of your conversations.



Segment 1



• Can all religions really lead to the same destination?



• One student says Christianity and Islam are basically the same. Todd explains the difference that changes everything.



• Is evolution enough to explain the world around us, or does creation point to something more?



• What happens when someone openly admits they'd rather pursue happiness than follow Christ?



Segment 2



• Why do so many gospel conversations begin more naturally than we expect?



• Todd explains why Christians shouldn't fear awkward transitions into spiritual discussions.



• How can God's Law and the conscience open the door to meaningful gospel conversations?



• What can you learn from an encounter that ends with a heartbreaking response?



Segment 3



• "The Bible was written by men." How should you respond to one of Christianity's most common objections?



• Are intellectual arguments really the biggest barrier to faith?



• Todd demonstrates how to move beyond apologetics and lovingly address the heart.



• Can someone be "good enough" to stand before a holy God?



Segment 4



• Should Christians spend more time defending the faith—or proclaiming the gospel?



• How do you avoid getting sidetracked by endless objections?



• What does successful evangelism actually look like from God's perspective?



• Why can Christians remain encouraged even when conversations don't end with conversion?



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Should Christians celebrate the Bible being taught in public schools? Todd explains why what seems like a win for Christianity may not be what it appears while exploring declining birth rates, cultural Christianity, and what it really takes to change a nation.



Segment 1



• Why do Pride parades so often revolve around public displays of sexuality?



• Can you judge a religion by the kind of culture it produces? Todd compares Christianity and Hinduism.



• An Irish teacher spent nearly two years in prison over preferred pronouns. What does his case reveal about religious freedom?



• Should Christian schools accept government funding if it means compromising biblical convictions?



Segment 2



• Why are fewer young people getting married and having children?



• Are social media, celebrity culture, and pornography reshaping an entire generation's view of family?



• Does God's design for marriage and parenthood actually lead to greater joy and fulfillment?



• What are young adults giving up when they delay marriage and parenthood?



Segment 3



• Why doesn't Todd want the Bible taught in public schools?



• Is teaching Scripture as literature actually diminishing its true purpose?



• Can Christian values change a nation without changing hearts?



• Why is cultural Christianity becoming increasingly attractive to conservatives?



Segment 4



• Can a nation become "Christian" without people becoming Christians?



• Should the church focus on changing culture—or making disciples?



• What can we learn from the early church's response to a pagan culture?



• Could our expectations for transforming society be aimed at the wrong target?



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Segment 1



• Jimmy Hicks returns after major back surgery and shares the unexpected lessons God taught him through recovery.



• Why can learning to depend on others be one of the hardest—and healthiest—lessons for Christians?



• What makes faithful, mission-minded believers so valuable in the local church?



• Are dad jokes actually good for your family? Science (and Todd) weighs in.



Segment 2



• A viral Roman Catholic apologist claims Catholics and evangelicals believe the same gospel. Is she right?



• Why are so many evangelicals being drawn toward Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Anglicanism?



• What's missing from the argument that makes it sound so convincing?



• How can you recognize the difference between the true gospel and a subtle counterfeit?



Segment 3



• Why are churches like the PCUSA continuing to lose members year after year?



• What happens when denominations compromise on biblical truth to follow the culture?



• Should churches seek a "middle ground" on controversial issues, or does that strategy always drift left?



• What lessons can faithful pastors and churches learn from today's denominational decline?



Segment 4



• Can dogs ever evolve into something other than dogs?



• What's the difference between biblical "kinds," species, and Darwinian evolution?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Eric asks: Can even the most notorious false teachers truly repent and be forgiven?



• Anonymous asks: What should a husband do when his wife suddenly wants to leave their longtime church?



Segment 2



• Should you stay and work through concerns with your church, or is it time to leave? (Continued from Segment 1)



Segment 3



• David asks: Whatever happened to Too Wretched for Radio?



• Marion asks: Which Puritan authors are worth reading, and where should you start?



• Merry asks: Which promises in the Bible actually belong to Christians today?



Segment 4



• More on the Puritans.



• Anonymous asks: How should Christians help someone struggling with psychosis?



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Segment 1



• Todd Friel sits down with Dr. Lou Priolo to reveal why so many marriages struggle before they even begin.



• Are you ignoring dating red flags that could become lifelong regrets?



• Why do persistent doubts, constant conflict, and avoiding hard conversations deserve a second look?



Segment 2



• Can physical boundaries before marriage reveal much deeper spiritual problems?



• Dr. Priolo explains why unresolved selfishness has a way of following couples down the aisle.



• Should strong concerns from family and friends ever make you hit the pause button on a relationship?



Segment 3



• Is helping your spouse grow spiritually actually one of your biblical responsibilities?



• Why can trying to "fix" your spouse expose a much bigger problem in your own heart?



• Todd and Dr. Priolo tackle how to confront sin lovingly without turning your home into a battlefield.



Segment 4



• How should you respond when your spouse points out your biggest flaws?



• Tiny habits, family traditions, and personal preferences can become surprisingly explosive marriage issues.



• What's the difference between confronting real sin and simply expecting your spouse to do things your way?



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It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd is at Georgia Tech and engages with students to share the hope of Christ.



Segment 1



• Todd asks Arvin to rank smoking, pornography, abortion, and hooking up—which answer reveals just how dramatically moral values have shifted?



• Why would someone say smoking is worse than abortion? Todd presses beneath the surface to uncover the worldview behind the answer.



• Todd then meets a Hindu student whose moral instincts surprise him before challenging the idea that all religions are basically the same.



Segment 2



• Can "my truth" and Jesus' exclusive claims both be true? Todd walks a Hindu student through the collision between relativism and Christianity.



• What happens when the Ten Commandments become the standard instead of personal opinion?



• Todd explains why the gospel is radically different from every other religion—and why that difference matters eternally.



Segment 3



• Todd questions three Georgia Tech students who defend pornography, reject objective morality, and insist they're still "good people."



• If pornography is harmless, why would you be embarrassed to watch it with your parents? Todd exposes what conscience may already know.



• Can someone honestly call themselves good after admitting to lying, lust, stealing, and blasphemy? The conversation takes an unexpectedly personal turn.



Segment 4



• Todd challenges the three students with the question everyone must answer: What should a perfectly just God do with guilty people?



• A Jehovah's Witness listening nearby joins the discussion, leading to a respectful but direct conversation about hell, the deity of Christ, and salvation.



• What happens if you've believed in the wrong Jesus? Todd ends with a sobering question about eternity that neither side can ignore.



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Todd sits down with Dr. John Crotts to discuss why Christians should expect to upset the world with the gospel, why loving the local church is essential for spiritual health, and how pastors can faithfully shepherd God's people through today's cultural chaos.



Segment 1



• Are Christians playing it too safe when sharing the Gospel?



• What surprising places can become your next evangelism mission field—including one you'd probably never expect?



• Why are so many religious people spiritually hungry despite sitting in church every Sunday?



Segment 2



• Could your biggest spiritual weakness actually be trying to follow Christ without a local church?



• Church hurt is real—but is isolation making the problem even worse?



• Why does Scripture present the local church as protection instead of just another weekly event?



Segment 3



• Should pastors stay at one church for decades—or is bigger ministry always better?



• Can good church movements become harmful when personal convictions turn into church-wide expectations?



• Where's the line between biblical conviction and making your preferences everyone's standard?



Segment 4



• Should your pastor address every political controversy from the pulpit?



• What if preaching deeper theology is actually the best response to today's cultural chaos?



• When is it wise for a pastor to pause an expositional series and speak directly to a national crisis?



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Todd sits down with Dr. John Crotts to discuss why so many Christian men struggle to grow up spiritually, what biblical manhood really looks like, and how the gospel gives lasting hope to weary believers.



Segment 1



• Why do so many Christian men drift through life instead of pursuing godliness?



• What does biblical manhood actually look like—and where does it begin?



• How can living with eternity in view completely change the way you live today?



• Why is wisdom more than just knowing the right answers?



Segment 2



• What does it really mean for a husband to lead his family biblically?



• How can Christian men take responsibility without becoming controlling or domineering?



• What habits separate spiritually mature men from those who stay stuck?



• Why is receiving correction one of the clearest marks of biblical maturity?



Segment 3



• Why do faithful Christians often lose hope—even when they know the truth?



• What is biblical hope, and why is it far more than positive thinking?



• How can God's promises steady your heart during seasons of suffering and discouragement?



• Why is meditating on God's character essential for lasting joy?



Segment 4



• What does biblical meditation look like, and how can it transform your daily walk with Christ?



• What should you do when you feel like you've failed God one too many times?



• Can God's grace become an excuse for sin, or does it actually fuel holiness?



• How do you fight feelings that God has abandoned you?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You've got questions, we've got answers.



Segment 1



• Anonymous: Should a Christian parent stay overnight in the home of a son living in a same-sex relationship?



• Jonathan: How can socialism become a bridge to sharing the gospel?



• Darcy: Why doesn't Wretched lead people in the sinner's prayer?



Segment 2



• Carrie: Would God answer the prayers of someone living in an unrepentant same-sex relationship?



• Michelle: Are the stopped clocks on the Wretched TV set hidden Bible references?



• Ashley: How can Road Trip to Truth best be used as a homeschool curriculum?



Segment 3



• Jonathan: How do we know when the Lord is really "putting something on our heart"?



• Jonathan: Why did John MacArthur warn against saying, "The Lord told me"?



• Evan: Should Christians use nicotine pouches?



Segment 4



• Todd: Can AI become dangerously personal—and even deadly?



• Alexander: What does the Bible teach about cremation versus burial?



• Alexander: Does it matter if my family ignores my burial wishes after I die?



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Segment 1



• Adam Tyson shares what it was like spending time with Kanye West during his profession of faith.



• Why does Adam have such a burden for reaching Gen Z men?



• What stereotypes about young men are true, and how should Christians respond?



Segment 2



• Why are so many young men struggling with fear, passivity, and a lack of purpose?



• Has modern youth ministry unintentionally contributed to the problem?



• What role should theology and expository preaching play in discipling the next generation?



Segment 3



• Has expository preaching become too academic, or are churches missing biblical application?



• What does faithful sermon preparation actually look like behind the scenes?



• Why do illustrations matter, and how can pastors use them without overshadowing Scripture?



Segment 4



• How should believers navigate disagreements over Christian liberty without dividing the church?



• Is the Bible really sufficient to help people struggling with anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and other mental health challenges?



• When should Christians seek medical care, and when should they seek biblical counseling?



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It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd takes the gospel to Georgia Tech and answers some of life's biggest questions.



Segment 1



• A Mormon student insists Christians and Mormons worship the same God. Is that really true?



• If your understanding of Jesus is wrong, can you still be saved?



• Todd explains the crucial differences between the biblical gospel and Mormon theology.



Segment 2



• A psychology student believes people are basically good. What does the Bible say?



• Do the Ten Commandments still reveal our need for a Savior?



• Why is understanding our sin essential before we can understand God's grace?



Segment 3



• Can a good person ever be good enough for heaven?



• Todd explains why every religion says "do," but Christianity says "done."



• What does it really mean to repent and trust Christ alone for salvation?



Segment 4



• A self-described Christian says, "I don't think you have to be a Christian to get to heaven." Is that biblical?



• Why did Jesus have to die for sinners instead of simply forgiving them?



• What is your true purpose in life, and how does the gospel answer the question, "Why are we here?"



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Segment 1



• Why the PCA's report on Christian nationalism deserves attention.



• Should the government enforce Christian morality or protect religious liberty?



• What changed between the Westminster Confession of 1646 and 1788, and why it still matters.



Segment 2



• The PCA issues affirmations and denials on church, state, and political involvement.



• Why the church's mission can never be replaced by politics.



• The biblical response to kinism, racism, and divisive rhetoric.



Segment 3



• Why the gospel must always take priority over political victories.



• Practical advice for pastors navigating Christian nationalism in their churches.



• What the PCA says about keeping difficult conversations centered on Christ.



Segment 4



• The PCUSA stumbles over a vote on clergy monogamy.



• James Talarico's controversial comments at the Texas Democratic Convention.



• Why the PCA is warning Christians about anger, slander, and political tribalism.



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Segment 1



• Dr. Jason Lisle explains on his In the Beginning podcast how dinosaurs actually fit the Bible's timeline.



• What surprising discoveries inside dinosaur fossils are challenging millions of years of evolutionary assumptions?



• Could creatures like Behemoth and Leviathan actually describe dinosaurs?



Segment 2



• Is America really experiencing a spiritual revival, or are the headlines overstating what's happening?



• Why are more young people saying religion matters while fewer are actually attending church?



• If people are becoming more open to faith, how should Christians respond?



Segment 3



• Phil Johnson announces his retirement after more than four decades at Grace to You. What does his legacy teach about faithful ministry?



• Is the church experiencing a changing of the guard as influential Christian leaders pass the baton?



• Why should every Christian care more about their local church than celebrity ministries?



Segment 4



• A pastor beat up a young man, then defended his actions from the pulpit using Scripture. Can the Bible really justify violence?



• What does this incident reveal about the dangers of taking justice into our own hands?



• What qualifications should every pastor meet before stepping into the pulpit?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Cademan: How can I help a friend trust that the Bible we have today is truly God's Word?



Segment 2



• Anonymous: How can I grow in spiritual maturity?



• Jonathan: Are unbelievers judged according to the amount of truth they rejected—and will people like Hitler and Mother Teresa receive the same punishment?



• Alan: Should Christians belong to organizations like the Elks Lodge?



Segment 3



• Anonymous: How can I encourage my husband to stop being late for church?



• Anonymous: How can I biblically help my 10-year-old son who struggles with anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and possible OCD?



Segment 4



• Rachel: Is baptism by sprinkling ever appropriate, and should someone baptized that way be accepted into church membership?



• James: If a professing Christian commits suicide, does that mean they were never truly saved?



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Segment 1



• James Talarico calls himself "a Christian who hates Christianity."



• Can you redefine Christianity and still call it biblical?



• Why progressive theology is far more dangerous than progressive politics.



Segment 2



• Can politics actually save America?



• The surprising reason America is losing its shared identity.



• Why the answer isn't legislation—it's something far deeper.



Segment 3



• What declining support for Israel reveals about America's spiritual condition.



• If you could rebuild a nation from scratch, where would you start?



• Why Christians may be fighting the wrong battle.



Segment 4



• What falling birth rates, marijuana, and homeschooling all have in common.



• Why changing laws will never change hearts.



• The one mission Jesus gave the Church that still changes cultures today.



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It’s Witness Wednesday!



Segment 1



• Rex confidently says Jesus is Lord—but can he explain why someone should believe that?



• What happens when personal testimony isn't enough to persuade a skeptic?



• Todd helps Rex move from "Jesus changed my life" to the gospel message that actually saves.



Segment 2



• Sean believes heaven and hell are real—but how can anyone know they're truly forgiven?



• Can last rites, confession, or religious rituals clear a guilty conscience before God?



• Todd and Sean compare Roman Catholicism and biblical Christianity on the question that matters most: How are sinners made right with God?



Segment 3



• This Buddhist student has lived in America for two years—and has never heard the gospel.



• If Buddhism brings peace and happiness, why would someone need Christianity?



• Todd contrasts managing desires with solving humanity's deepest problem: guilt before a holy God.



Segment 4



• Casey believes morality is doing what feels right—but who gets the final say on right and wrong?



• Raised Southern Baptist, Casey knows church culture but doesn't understand the gospel.



• Karma, evolution, religion, and the law of God collide in a conversation about truth, judgment, and forgiveness.



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Segment 1



• An update on Jimmy Hicks’ surgery recovery reveals an unexpected lesson about marriage, suffering, and seeing your spouse with fresh eyes.



• Could one difficult season expose blessings in your family that you've been overlooking for years?



• What happens when hardship becomes the very thing that deepens intimacy instead of destroying it?



Segment 2



• Charlemagne’s attempt to spread Christianity through political power raises questions that Christians are still debating today.



• What happens when the lines between church and state become blurry?



• A look at history’s most famous examples of “Christian government” reveals consequences many believers never consider.



Segment 3



• Are the scientific arguments for an ancient earth really as airtight as we've been told?



• Dr. Jason Lisle challenges popular dating methods, dinosaur timelines, and assumptions about Earth's history.



• What evidence causes some scientists to question long-held claims about millions and billions of years?



Segment 4



• Why are teenagers risking their lives for TikTok fame—and is the real problem deeper than social media?



• Todd contrasts modern youth ministry trends with the forgotten practice of catechizing children.



• Could a stronger understanding of identity, sin, and the gospel help address the crisis facing today's generation?



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Segment 1



• A shocking report claims authorities ignored the mass exploitation of over 250,000 young girls—why would officials look the other way?



• Is fear of being labeled racist preventing governments from confronting serious cultural and criminal problems?



• What happens when immigration, assimilation, and public safety collide in ways nobody wants to discuss?



Segment 2



• Why are some people calling the Islamic call to prayer beautiful while ignoring the theology behind it?



• A European government refuses to ban first-cousin marriage despite alarming birth defect statistics—what's driving the decision?



• Are secular governments or religious movements responsible for more violence throughout history than you've been led to believe?



Segment 3



• Two newly discovered Augustine sermons spark a surprising reminder about your identity in Christ.



• What happens to a marriage when forgiveness is offered—but never truly given?



• Another pastor falls in a prostitution sting, raising uncomfortable questions about accountability, temptation, and hidden sin.



Segment 4



• Archaeologists uncover one of the oldest known images of Jesus—but does it actually resemble Him?



• Why do so many pastors feel exhausted, discouraged, and unsatisfied in ministry today?



• How should church members care for their shepherds before burnout becomes a crisis?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• A concerned mom asks: “How could heaven be joyful if my children never repent and come to Christ?”



Segment 2



• Justin asks whether Jesus’ physical death alone paid for sin—or whether His suffering under God’s wrath was also necessary.



• What happens when children and teens hear a “Jesus loves you” message without sin, wrath, repentance, or the full gospel?



Segment 3



• Kristen asks whether tithing can be given wherever the Holy Spirit leads—or whether the local church should come first.



• Lucinda asks how to persuade a determinedly uneducated family member that learning matters biblically.



Segment 4



• Claire shares how godly male friendships are strengthening husbands, fathers, homes, and the church.



• Caleb asks whether emphasizing “Sunday best” can unintentionally make poorly dressed visitors feel unwelcome at church.



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Segment 1



• Are you missing a key reason your Christian life feels stuck or incomplete?



• Todd argues that spiritual gifts are woven into God’s design for human flourishing—just like marriage, family, work, and education.



• What if the fastest way to discover your spiritual gift isn’t a test, but simply getting involved?



Segment 2



• Why do so many Christians leave their God-given gifts sitting on the shelf?



• Todd breaks down a wide range of spiritual gifts and shows how they can be used in surprisingly practical ways.



• Could your church—and your own joy—be suffering because you're neglecting a "priestly duty"?



Segment 3



• What does Ken Ham’s family legacy reveal about passing faith to future generations?



• Todd challenges modern children’s ministry models that prioritize entertainment over theology.



• Are we giving kids a “Jesus is your friend” message when they desperately need a bigger view of God?



Segment 4



• Why are so many Christian parents losing ground in the battle for their children’s hearts and minds?



• Todd shares ten practical ways to pass biblical wisdom to children and grandchildren.



• Could simple habits like family meals, handwritten letters, and visible repentance leave a gospel legacy that lasts for generations?



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It’s Witness Wednesday! At the University of Georgia, Todd Friel meets Damarié, a Baptist student who believes in Jesus but struggles to explain why Christianity is uniquely true, leading to a conversation about truth, conscience, sin, and what it really means to trust Christ. Later, Todd engages with LDS missionaries about the identity of Jesus, the Great Apostasy, grace versus works, and whether salvation is a gift to be received or a reward to be earned.



Segment 1



• Damarié says he’s Baptist—but can he explain why Christianity is actually true?



• Are all religions just personal preferences, or do they make competing truth claims?



• What happens when the conversation shifts from philosophy to your own guilt before God?



Segment 2



• Why would Jesus go to the cross if every religion leads to God?



• Can a just Judge forgive sinners without ignoring justice?



• Damarié wrestles with a question many churchgoers avoid: Have I truly trusted Christ?



Segment 3



• If two groups use the name “Jesus,” can they still be talking about different saviors?



• LDS missionaries explain who they believe Jesus is—and how someone is saved.



• Does salvation come by grace alone, or is there more required to reach eternity?



Segment 4



• Why would young people leave family behind for two years to spread their faith?



• Did Christianity disappear for centuries until Joseph Smith restored it?



• Do your works affect your eternal destiny more than you realize?



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Segment 1



• Todd revisits a memorable conversation with John MacArthur and reveals the hymn he struggled to choose as his favorite.



• Are pastors neglecting a surprisingly important communication skill that can make biblical preaching more effective?



• What encouraging signs are emerging at Grace Community Church following MacArthur's passing?



Segment 2



• One church's "What to Expect" page raises bigger questions about what churches are really trying to attract people with.



• What happens when churches promise great coffee, entertained kids, and a better family life?



• Todd contrasts seeker-sensitive strategies with a long-term vision of generational discipleship and spiritual legacy.



Segment 3



• Why are some rapidly growing churches still embracing methods and messages that critics say are spiritually dangerous?



• Todd examines recent controversies surrounding Bethel Church and asks whether reform efforts go far enough.



• Has the prosperity gospel become far more mainstream than many Christians realize?



Segment 4



• A surprising statistic suggests most professing Christians believe God wants them to be financially prosperous.



• Would you rather have a larger bank account—or peace, joy, and a clear conscience?



• Todd challenges popular assumptions about blessing, wealth, and what true prosperity actually looks like.



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Segment 1



• Todd introduces a sobering challenge: when outrageous stories make us angry, should our response be outrage, grief, or evangelism?



• Does remembering God's coming judgment change how Christians view their cultural enemies?



• A university professor blames a grieving father for his murdered son's death—how did we get here?



Segment 2



• A shocking opinion piece turns a murder victim into the villain and the killer into the misunderstood party.



• What happens when victimhood completely replaces personal responsibility?



• Todd wrestles with how Christians should respond when public commentary seems to invert right and wrong.



Segment 3



• An elected official comments on a murder case while admitting she doesn't know key facts.



• Can claims of racism stand when they're built on assumptions rather than evidence?



• Todd argues that the deepest problem isn't political confusion—it's spiritual blindness.



Segment 4



• If miracles are "impossible," what happens to the resurrection?



• Why do some professing Christians reinterpret supernatural events in Scripture?



• A rapid-fire challenge to modern skepticism and selective Bible belief.



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Jonathan asks: “What should I find out before dating a Messianic Jew who believes in Jesus but still practices Jewish traditions?”



• Ryan wrestles with a difficult church decision: When does weak preaching become a reason to leave?



• Anonymous asks how a wife can biblically submit when her husband’s financial decisions are leading the family deeper into debt.



Segment 2



• Todd continues to address the question from the previous segment regarding biblical submission when a husband’s spending habits seem reckless?



Segment 3



• Tom asks a heartbreaking question: Does chronic illness make me a sluggard in God’s eyes?



Segment 4



• Joe wonders if a Christian can truly be saved while feeling little or no joy because of a medical condition and medication side effects.



• Anonymous asks whether Bible quizzing helps children treasure Scripture or risks turning God’s Word into a competition.



• Steve discovers his church is pre-tribulational, pre-millennial, and dispensational—and wonders what that really means.



• Anonymous asks a sensitive church question: How should congregations care for worshipers with disruptive Tourette’s syndrome without excluding them?



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Segment 1



• The SBC is debating more than titles—what happens when women perform pastoral functions without the title?



• Why do battles over words like pastor, elder, and overseer matter so much?



• Liberalism rarely arrives all at once; it starts with a small crack in the door.



Segment 2



• Can a pastor who is secretly living a double life truly finish well?



• The SBC tackles immigration, political violence, technology, and religious liberty with surprising clarity.



• Is national renewal possible through politics alone, or is something deeper required?



Segment 3



• Why do so many people reject Christianity before they ever hear the gospel?



• Dr. Jason Lisle argues the battle over Genesis is really a battle over authority.



• If evolution removes the Creator, what happens to morality, purpose, and human accountability?



Segment 4



• Young men are searching for answers—why is the manosphere filling a role the church could occupy?



• Friendship, discipline, work ethic, and masculinity reveal massive discipleship opportunities.



• What if teaching a boy how to be a man is actually a deeply theological task?



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It’s Witness Wednesday! At Kennesaw State University, Todd Friel sits down with Matthew, a future lawyer and Roman Catholic student, for a conversation about justice, grace, good works, and whether anyone can actually become worthy of heaven. Later, Todd talks with Fresnel about agnosticism, evangelism, and why the conscience may be a more powerful starting point than arguments about science, evidence, or religion.



Segment 1



• Matthew says good works matter—but can they erase guilt?



• Can God be loving and still punish sinners?



• What happens when a future lawyer is put in God's courtroom?



Segment 2



• Is confession enough to make you right with God?



• The difference between forgiveness and righteousness.



• The "rap sheet for a résumé" illustration every Christian should hear.



Segment 3



• Are you trying to earn what Christ already purchased?



• Can someone be born again after death?



• Why do so many religious people never find rest?



Segment 4



• How would you persuade an agnostic to consider Christianity?



• Should evangelism start with evidence—or the conscience?



• What must a sinner do to be saved?



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Segment 1



• Will the SBC hold the line on biblical leadership, or repeat the path that hollowed out other denominations?



• Todd argues one convention vote could reveal far more than a procedural disagreement.



• Dr. Jason Lisle explains why evidence alone never settles the creation debate—and what really does.



Segment 2



• Jimmy faces major surgery, but his biggest concern might not be what you expect.



• Protesters at a major conservative event crossed a line that even Todd thought sounded too outrageous to be true.



• Why are millions of young men being drawn to counterfeit masculinity, and is the church responding fast enough?



Segment 3



• Has "trauma" become the explanation for virtually every strained family relationship?



• A popular wedding philosophy may be pushing parents further out of their children's lives than Scripture ever intended.



• From Sesame Street to political rhetoric, Todd examines how cultural messaging keeps moving the goalposts.



Segment 4



• Could a few simple questions expose serious problems in a church before you ever join?



• If your pastor explains the gospel vaguely, what might your children never hear clearly?



• Which answers about sin, salvation, creation, hell, and church discipline should be immediate deal breakers?



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Segment 1



• Why are depression, anxiety, and loneliness exploding despite endless promises of happiness?



• A controversial article asks: what happens when motherhood is treated as the enemy of fulfillment?



• The world calls sacrifice a burden—could God’s design reveal a completely different path to joy?



Segment 2



• Christians often hear God’s commands as restrictions, but what if they are actually the key to flourishing?



• Feminism promised freedom and happiness—so why are many women reporting the opposite?



• Marriage, children, work, and family are under attack. What priorities are quietly replacing them?



Segment 3



• A viral abortion decision sparked outrage across the internet—but what deeper worldview was exposed?



• What happens when personal comfort becomes more valuable than human life?



• The Down syndrome debate reveals a painful question: how much sacrifice are we willing to make for others?



Segment 4



• Is modern self-help culture healing people—or keeping them trapped in victimhood?



• Oprah’s influence reaches far beyond television, reshaping how millions think about suffering and responsibility.



• What if the pursuit of feelings, therapy, and self-discovery is actually undermining contentment and purpose?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• Trevor asks: “What are practical ways I can serve my pastor?”



Segment 2



• Bob asks a foundational question: What must be present for a baptism to be biblically valid?



• Anonymous wrestles with a painful issue: When, if ever, is "going no contact" with abusive parents a biblical option?



Segment 3



• Gordon asks whether our death date is predetermined — and how Christians should think about illness without fear or fatalism.



• Jon wonders if patriotic displays and songs belong in a worship service, or if they can distract from Christ.



• Anonymous asks how to lovingly evangelize a devoted cultural Christian who talks like a believer but may not understand the gospel at all.



Segment 4



• Anonymous asks whether getting a vasectomy is a wise stewardship decision or a sinful attempt to limit God's blessing.



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Segment 1



• Is AI actually helping you find the truth—or quietly deciding what truth you're allowed to see?



• Todd connects the architecture of the Obama Presidential Center to a much bigger worldview battle.



• Why do buildings, algorithms, and modern culture seem to be telling the same story about America?



Segment 2



• Has the church become so concerned about saving America that it's losing sight of its primary mission?



• What's more dangerous: a compromised nation or a compromised church?



• Todd examines whether Christians are confusing political influence with biblical priorities.



Segment 3



• Dr. Albert Mohler shares a surprisingly transparent update about ongoing health struggles.



• What does it look like to suffer publicly while trusting God's sovereignty?



• Why is a theology of suffering essential before life gets really hard?



Segment 4



• Todd and Jimmy discuss sanctification, humility, and why God's priorities are often different from ours—before ending with a few classic dad jokes.



• Jimmy opens up about living with MS, chronic weakness, and upcoming surgery.



• Can suffering actually make you more dependent on God and more compassionate toward others?



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It’s Witness Wednesday! At Kennesaw State University, Todd Friel meets an agnostic history student who finds Christianity surprisingly credible, but still isn't ready to commit. The conversation moves from postmodernism and historical evidence to guilt, judgment, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Todd also talks with Carlos, who explains why he prefers the name "Yeshua" and wrestles with questions about faith, tradition, and salvation.



Segment 1



• Can history actually prove Christianity?



• Is agnosticism a safe middle ground?



• What kind of evidence would convince you God exists?



Segment 2



• Is the Bible just a 2,000-year-old game of telephone?



• Why would men die for a resurrection they knew was false?



• What if the evidence for Christianity is stronger than you think?



Segment 3



• Will God judge you by your good deeds—or your crimes?



• Why don't time, regret, or sincerity remove guilt?



• What if your biggest problem isn't a lack of evidence?



Segment 4



• Why does Carlos refuse to call Jesus "Jesus"?



• Does calling Him "Yeshua" make you more biblical?



• Is there really a back door into heaven?



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Segment 1



• Dr. Jason Lisle argues that the strongest case for creation isn't fossils or geology—it's something far more fundamental.



• If information always comes from a mind, where did the instructions inside DNA originate?



• Carbon-14 findings in diamonds and dinosaur remains continue raising uncomfortable questions for deep-time assumptions.



Segment 2



• A secular psychotherapist asks a startling question: What if therapy is actually tearing people apart?



• Why does every difficult relationship now seem to involve someone who is "toxic," "narcissistic," or "traumatized"?



• Todd examines whether modern therapy culture is helping people heal—or teaching them how to stay offended.



Segment 3



• Young evangelicals aren't abandoning religion—they're searching for something they believe is missing.



• Incense, liturgy, church history, and ancient traditions are attracting a generation raised on seeker-sensitive Christianity.



• Were churches so focused on relevance that they accidentally stripped away transcendence?



Segment 4



• The answer isn't copying Rome or importing Eastern Orthodoxy into Protestant churches.



• What did the Reformers understand about worship, discipleship, and church life that many churches have forgotten?



• From catechesis to church history to reverent worship, Todd outlines what may be needed to rebuild depth before more young people leave.



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Segment 1



• Megan Basham’s cancer diagnosis sent her searching for answers in survival statistics—but what finally brought her peace?



• What if the key to enduring suffering isn't finding better odds, but embracing a forgotten doctrine?



• Todd unpacks a centuries-old hymn that confronts fear, uncertainty, and life's biggest disruptions.



Segment 2



• A car accident, financial loss, cancer diagnosis—could all of it somehow fit into God's good purposes?



• Todd explores the difference between evil acts and painful providences that believers often struggle to understand.



• What does it actually mean to say, "What God ordains is always good" when life feels anything but good?



Segment 3



• Before joining a church, how much should you really know about the elders, finances, leadership, and doctrine?



• Todd shares a prospective member's surprisingly thorough list of questions—and why every pastor should welcome them.



• Is your church's statement of faith something they actually believe, or just something sitting in a file cabinet?



Segment 4



• Are you more excited to talk about Washington than you are to talk about Jesus?



• Todd examines three warning signs that politics may be competing for your heart's highest allegiance.



• What if your strongest enemies aren't political opponents at all?



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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.



Segment 1



• James asks for advice on repairing his relationships with his children.



• Anonymous wonders if casual swearing reveals a deeper heart issue — or even a lack of desire to honor Christ.



Segment 2



• Jeff asks: “When is it finally appropriate to draw hard boundaries with unbelievers?”



• Anonymous wrestles with a difficult medical question: Is refusing chemotherapy an act of faith… or presumption?



• Glen asks how Christians can tell whether a Bible verse applies directly to believers today without ripping it out of context.



Segment 3



• Laramie admits that the thought of living forever sometimes feels overwhelming — is that fear normal for Christians?



• Jonathan asks how pastors should faithfully preach through massive Old Testament books without losing their congregation.



• Would spending an entire year preaching through Psalms or Isaiah actually be wise?



Segment 4



• Megan asks whether Christians really have guardian angels — or if that idea comes more from tradition than Scripture.



• Jess wonders if dreams that seem prophetic are truly from God or something else entirely.



• Jeff questions whether believers calling each other “queen,” “king,” and “prince” reflects Christian identity… or worldly thinking.



• Anonymous asks why marriage is often emphasized more than full-time ministry when both are high callings.



• Alan wrestles with a sobering question during Pride Month: Is pride the root beneath every other sin?



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