The Bill Arnold Show

In an unprecedented time, God's people have new opportunities to live out our faith. Dr. Alex McFarland reveals how the church can shine the light of Christ today. Then Dr. Michael Brown dives deep in the story of Job, the extraordinary account of suffering, spiritual challenge, and real faith.

When our world turns upside-down, how can we still be at peace? Bible teacher Thom Berkowitz reveals God's beautiful gift of shalom , and how to see beyond our circumstances through eyes of faith.

In our most desperate times--when we're most anxious, afraid, unsure of tomorrow--we can also experience God's mercy like never before. On this edition of Deep Thinker Thursday,  Jon and Pam Bloom entreat us to draw near to God's promises and trust Him in our desperation.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Tom Brock, Peter Kapsner, Justin Jeppesen and Tom Parish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on how to find comfort in the midst of the COVID-19 situation taking over our society, how to follow Christ daily, ritual and relationship, and more.

David Wheaton continues sharing insights from the book of Genesis.  Then, Bill talks with Pastor John Braland who reflects on the current health crisis and how God is calling His people to step up and respond.

Bill talks with Businessman and Missionary Dwight Nordstrom who offers an update on what's currently happening in China.  Then, Pastor Shawn Winters of Calvary Church in Roseville, MN offers some hope, comfort and insight from Psalm 46.

We've heightened awareness of threats to our physical health, but are we also keeping mentally healthy?  Dr. Andy Schuttinga answers your questions about coping with stress at home, distractions (and the absence of them), a scarcity mindset vs. God's promise of abundance, the difference between fear and anxiety, and more.

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey , executive editor of The Daily Signal . Then we dig deep into Romans 1, reviewing the basics of expository Bible study, the truth of God's wrath, and our undeniable need for a Savior with Dr. Greg Bourgond .

As scary questions about COVID-19 swirl around us today, how can believers respond differently--in faith? We'll dwell on God's sovereignty, how He works all things together for good, and learning to trust our mighty Savior in times of crisis with Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn .

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague  Patrick Albanese . Then on the Monday Afternoon Mix, we remind ourselves that we have a mighty help in trouble--the Lord of Heaven and earth--and trusting our fears to God's faithful promises with  Pastor David Myles.

What does it mean to live in a post-Christian world? Dr. Jim Beilby and Dr. Peter Kapsner preview our upcoming live event to discuss the challenges and joy of following Christ today. Then we delve into the powerful beauty of the Book of Psalms with W. David O. Taylor.

In Romans Chapter 7 , Paul describes a "wretched man," desiring to be righteous, but enslaved in sin. Is Paul describing the present tense (who he is), or the past (who he once was)? Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn shows us, verse by verse, how Christ truly sets us free from sin.

In an increasingly chaotic, fearful society, Dr. Everett Piper  says God's people have tremendous opportunity to be steadfast and serve others. Then Dr. Anne Bradley ponders the economic impact of coronavirus, the role of emotions in our economy, and how Christians can live out our faith in uncertain times.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Tom Brock, Peter Kapsner, and Tom Parish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on watching our tone, whether salvation is once-and-for-all, how to follow Christ daily, ritual and relationship, and more.

What a privilege we have to be able to meet daily with God--spending time in the Word, in prayer, listening and just getting to know Him. Bible teacher Beverly Coniaris encourages to pursue our daily "tent-time" meeting with God and the transforming effect it has on our lives.

They can be the three toughest words to say: "I was wrong." What makes it so hard to admit being wrong? Clinical therapist  Dr. Marcus Bachmann explores the roots of shame and self-deception that trap us, and the glorious freedom we can find in repentance, confession, and reconciliation.

Few things inspire us more, especially in hard times, than the beautiful hope of our future in Heaven. Author Ace Collins shares inspiring stories behind beloved hymns about Heaven from his book, "Stories Behind the Songs and Hymns About Heaven."

What does it mean to live in a post-Christian world? Dr. Jim Beilby and Dr. Peter Kapsner preview our upcoming live event to discuss the challenges and joy of following Christ today. Then we get our weekly update from our nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor for the Daily Signal.

Men continue to battle for personal purity in a pornographic age. Best-selling author Stephen Arterburn shares the cost of sexual sin, but the power to overcome through new life in Christ. Then, Laurie Polich Short invites us to be surprised by God in her book  40 Verses to Ignite Your Faith .

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague  Patrick Albanese . Then on the Monday Afternoon Mix, we get to the root of fear and anxiety, the illusion of control, and trusting God's sovereignty and  faithfulness with  Pastor David Myles.

Jesus was angry, without sinning. We examine righteous indignation, how to stand up properly against sin and false teaching, and more with apologist  Dr. Alex McFarland . Then Dr. Bret Nicks of CMDA gives us the latest news on the coronavirus, proper precautions, and how to calm fears with facts.

We all want to give and receive love, but our hearts become damaged by sin and pain, creating barriers to the intimacy we long to know.  Bob Moeller share practical ways to start building/renewing closeness in marriage from his book, The 6 Hearts of Intimacy.

When we lose someone we dearly love, life is never the same. But the valley of sorrow and loss is also a sacred place where Christ can be found. Pastor Colin Smith shares God's tender comfort for our broken hearts from his book, For All Who Grieve.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Tom Brock, Justin Jeppesen, Peter Kapsner, and Tom Parish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on issues of politics/sexuality creeping into the church, handling controversy in biblical love, humbling ourselves first, how to keep our first love alive, and more.

God loves you, but do you grasp that He also really likes you? Greg Morse from Desiring God reminds us who we are, and how to live as God's dearly beloved. Then Dr. Jeff Myers helps us rethink Christian clichés and dive deeper into Biblical truth, from his book, Unquestioned Answers.