Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

It’s Witness Wednesday!

Todd Friel is at Georgia Tech to talk with students about physics, faith, and the nature of truth.

Segment 1

• Facing the Anxiety: Todd Friel candidly shares the internal battle of overcoming fear to witness on campus.

• Reframing Rejection: Todd emphasizes that the worst outcome is simply being turned down—a small price for the potential impact.

Segment 2

• Stephen’s Postmodern Belief: A physics major rejects organized religion but holds a personal belief in Jesus.

• Reality vs. Perception: Todd engages in a philosophical debate on whether belief shapes reality, using Plato’s allegory of the cave.

Segment 3

• Scientific Skepticism: Austin, an aerospace student, discusses the challenges of aligning scientific laws with faith.

• Rediscovering Christianity: Despite doubts, Austin reflects on returning to his Christian roots and finding balance between reason and belief.

Segment 4

• Questioning Religious Plurality: A first-year computer science student, raised Methodist, grapples with which religion holds the truth.

• Moral Reflection: The discussion reveals his struggles with following the Ten Commandments and finding clarity amidst religious confusion.

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Segment 1:

• Tucker Carlson’s Encounter with Evil: A demon attack led him to seek answers in the Bible.

• Health Questions Arise: Rise in skin issues, allergies, and gender confusion as societal shifts.

• Demonic Reality: Mark 9 highlights the real presence of demonic activity.

Segment 2:

• A Personal Journey: Tucker reflects on his demonic experience without fanatical overtones.

• Seeking Understanding: He’s on a path to make sense of it all, resisting external opinions.

• Western Skepticism: Demonic activity feels distant in the modern Western mindset.

Segment 3:

• Personal and Global Encounters: Stories of demonic activity from Jimmy and Todd.

• John MacArthur’s Insight: Experiences of demonic phenomena, emphasizing Gospel power.

• Deliverance Through the Gospel: True liberation from demons lies in the Gospel, not human power.

Segment 4:

• Voting and Responsibility: Reflect on those who died for the right to vote amidst spiritual battles.

• The Power of the Gospel: Politics can’t heal; only the Gospel addresses deep societal and spiritual issues.

• Cultural Chaos: From lepers to identity crises, only Jesus provides true restoration.

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Segment 1:

• Election as a Heart Check: Tomorrow’s results reveal where your hope truly lies.

• Faith Anchored or Shaken: Misplaced hope in outcomes signals a faith problem.

• Divine Sovereignty: God has already determined the outcome—rest in that.

Segment 2:

• Policy vs. Personality: Christians backed Trump for policies, overlooking flaws.

• MacArthur Speaks: Insights on Harris, socialism, and the erosion of values.

• Covetousness in Disguise: Socialism is subtly about coveting what isn’t ours.

Segment 3:

• Elevating Men: Stop making idols of leaders like Steve Lawson.

• Church Superficiality: Pragmatic churches and the subtlety of satan’s influence.

• Conscience vs. Preaching: Preach truth beyond personal comfort zones.

Segment 4:

• Social Justice Push: New Methodist leadership’s shift toward social justice.

• Female Pastors Debate: A Texas megachurch leaves SBC over female leadership.

• Redefining Jesus: The Church struggles with accepting Jesus on His terms, not ours.

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Segment 1

• How Tall is Todd?

• What should you ‘put on’ after you have ‘put off’ sin?

• Is it okay to wait for your preferred time and place to be baptized?

Segment 2

• How can you share the Gospel as a public school teacher?

Segment 3

• Should you wait to marry or date after struggling with pornography? Are there sins that a woman would bring to a relationship that would harm a brother in Christ?

• How do you respond to someone who struggles with grace? Do ‘good people’ really go to hell?

Segment 4

• How should you think about evangelism, abortion, and the upcoming election?

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Segment 1

• Why Christians should shift their focus from politics to other critical issues.

• Celebrating Martin Luther’s bold stance in 1517 against indulgences and traditions.

• Martin Luther and Girolamo Savonarola dared to question the Church’s control over salvation.

Segment 2

• There were a number of issues that were central to the Protestant Reformation.

• How indulgences distorted salvation and why the Reformers sacrificed to correct it.

• Jesus’s merit as the only path, outshining indulgences that still exist today.

Segment 3

• 21st Century Reformation Needed? Archbishop Welby’s stance on gay relationships stirs theological tension.

• How Luther and others might have reacted to modern interpretations of biblical teachings.

• Questioning government involvement in marriage and rediscovering the symbolism of traditional wedding customs.

Segment 4

• A new podcast is coming to Fortis+ in January.

• How discernment helps ensure fair discussion, even on divisive topics.

• Norway’s proposal to raise the digital age limit prompts a look at internet access for younger teens.

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It’s Witness Wednesday!

Todd Friel is at Georgia Tech to talk with students about creation, morality, and redemption.

Segment 1

• Faith Through a Chicken Sandwich: Todd starts with a Chick-fil-A analogy to make a point about creation and a Creator.

• Moral Accountability and Divine Justice: Using simple examples like lying and stealing, Todd makes a case for moral accountability and judgment.

• Exploring Agnostic Doubts: Ryan, a computer engineering student, challenges and thoughtfully considers Todd’s arguments on faith and morality.

Segment 2  

• Truth and Conscience: The conversation with Ryan deepens, touching on philosophical questions about truth and human conscience.

• Gospel and Counterarguments: Todd shares the gospel while Ryan responds with thoughtful challenges about justice, nature, and the human condition.

• Questioning Absolute Truth: Ryan probes the concept of universal truth and justice, sparking a dynamic exchange.

Segment 3  

• Morality and Guilt with a Nuclear Engineer: Todd engages Dallas, a student pursuing nuclear engineering, on morality and faith through examples from the Ten Commandments.

• Chicken or the Egg Meets the Divine: The conversation explores scientific and philosophical questions while diving into religious worldviews and the existence of God.

• Discussing Guilt and Redemption: Todd talks about feelings of guilt and the need for redemption, prompting Dallas to contemplate divine justice.

Segment 4  

• The Cost of Redemption: Todd explains how Jesus paid humanity’s debt and stresses genuine repentance over fear-based actions.

• Personal Acceptance vs. Skepticism: Despite Todd’s passionate plea, Dallas remains skeptical, willing to face the consequences rather than embrace salvation.

• Common Misconceptions about Religion: The discussion challenges misconceptions and emphasizes the importance of personal faith decisions.

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Segment 1

• If you want to manage anxiety better, first decide where your trust lies—God or self?

• Being “alone” is vastly different from being a “child of God.” Anchor yourself in God’s identity.

• Anxiety isn’t something you’ll avoid, but trusting God over yourself changes everything.

Segment 2

• If you bet on yourself, anxiety will persist. Put both feet into the Christian camp for real peace.

• Shocking stats reveal many Christians think viewing porn is compatible with a healthy life. Is it really?

• To experience a life of meaning, lose the things that drag you down and fully embrace following Jesus.

Segment 3

• Ronald Reagan spoke with themes that elevated people’s thinking. Where are today’s leaders who inspire and challenge us?

• Hollywood’s trashy movies and “no fault divorce” legacy contrast sharply with elevated thinking.

• Worldliness makes sin look normal and righteousness look strange. It’s time to discern.

Segment 4

• Reciting creeds like the Westminster Catechism offers guidance on living righteously in an age of slander.

• Standing firm for truth isn’t the same as slandering others. Righteousness requires integrity in how we speak and act.

• There’s a time for firm words, but slander defames both people and God’s law.

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Segment 1

• We’ve transitioned from Post-Modernism to Meta-Modernism, which dominates university culture today.

• A swipe-culture where students only engage with fragmented news bites, embracing contradictory ideas without context.

• Meta-Modernism feeds off skepticism, encouraging a belief system with no solid foundation.

Segment 2

• It’s a mindset where embracing contradictions is normal and self-centeredness reigns supreme.

• Meta-Modernism erodes clarity, leading to incoherent beliefs. As parents and believers, it’s crucial to raise kids with solid truths.

• Preach unwavering truth and model it with an authentic life.

Segment 3

• Should Sunday sports trump church? There’s liberty here, but parents must weigh what’s more significant for their kids’ spiritual growth.

• Emphasizing worship over sports speaks volumes to kids and opens opportunities for gospel conversations.

• While the chances of going pro are slim, standing before Jesus is a certainty.

Segment 4

• Singleness isn’t a sin, but the Sexual Revolution has altered societal views on relationships, hurting women the most.

• Expressive individualism emphasizes self, altering values like marriage, stability, and the value of sex.

• Many parents prioritize their children’s financial stability over cultivating their relational or spiritual health.

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

Segment 1:

• Bible Reading Basics: What’s the best way to approach daily Bible reading to get the most out of it?

• When Is Enough, Enough? How long should someone be clean from pornography before considering marriage?

Segment 2:

• Porn and Marriage: How does past porn use affect a marriage, and what should you do about it?

Segment 3:

• Praying to God or Jesus? Is it wrong to pray generally to God and thank Him for the cross, without specifying Jesus?

• Was David in the Wrong? Was David’s killing of Goliath considered murder in God’s eyes?

• Christian Couples and Birth Control: Should Christians use birth control, or does it contradict the command to “be fruitful and multiply?”

Segment 4:

• Lay Preachers in Waiting: Are lay-preachers a good idea for churches that don’t yet have a full-time pastor?

• Overthinking and Emotions: How can I stop overthinking everything, especially when it comes to my emotions and what others might think of me?

• Naming Sons Jesus: Is it wrong when parents name their sons Jesus?

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

Segment 1

• How do you conquer a sin like Pride? Ryan is looking for actionable strategies to deal with pride, unlike other more visible sins that have clear-cut battle plans.

• Do Christians need to keep Old Testament laws? An anonymous listener asks about the Hebrew Roots Movement and if Christians are biblically commanded to observe Old Testament laws and feasts.

Segment 2

• How nice is too nice for a home? An anonymous listener asks if there’s a line between enjoying God’s blessings and crossing into material excess while buying a house.

• Dealing with a constantly argumentative believer: A listener struggles with someone who is always contentious and resistant to advice. What’s the Christian approach?

Segment 3

• Waiting or moving on after a divorce: An anonymous listener faces a moral dilemma—should they wait for their divorced spouse to come back or consider remarriage?

• What happens to unsaved souls after judgment? David questions if the concept of souls being “totally destroyed” after the final judgment aligns with the Bible.

Segment 4

• Navigating a vulgar workplace: Cameron wants guidance on how to handle a workplace filled with inappropriate and shameful conversations without appearing self-righteous.

• Is the Earth flat? An anonymous listener seeks clarity on whether there’s any merit to the flat Earth theory.

• Halloween at church? A listener struggles to understand why their church is hosting a “spooky night” that resembles a haunted house and wants to know if it’s acceptable.

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