The Bill Arnold Show

Our hour of "at least two Jews and a Gentile" is back, where one Gentile and at least two Messianic Jews give their perspective about Jewish traditions and faith. Bill is joined by  Trevor Rubenstein ,  Pastor Aaron Braaten ,  Matt Frey , and Thom Berkowitz. They share the history and facts of Hannukah, misconceptions of the event, discuss how it compares to Christmas and if Christians should cele...

In a secular world filled with depression and a growing sense of hopelessness, author and apologist  J. Warner Wallace  joins Bill to share how turning back to God is the only solution. He starts with talking about what this hopelessness looks like, explains why determining our worldview is important for our outlook on life, and examines how we can effectively share with others the greatest source...

When catastrophe strikes, our true feelings towards God are revealed.  Rebecca Rhee joins Bill to study 1 Kings 17 and share how we can receive joyfully from the Lord in every instance. They first look at how God takes our empty hands and makes them full, discuss how to be thankful for the little things in life, and share how to remain secure in God's care in all circumstances. Faith Radio podcast...

One of the most important things Jesus did in his time on earth was teach, but he was so much more. Bill and Beverly Coniaris  discuss what we can conclude from Jesus's teachings and share that in order to have God the Father, we cannot disregard Jesus. Later  Dr. Greg Bourgond  wraps up his discussion on salvations trajectory by explaining the four stages we experience as believers and exclaiming...

Christmas is a special time of year. Bill welcomes prolific author and storyteller Ace Collins  onto the show to discuss the meaning behind Christmas. He starts by sharing how to navigate the season and finding joy after suffering loss. He then takes a closer look at some of the most beloved Christmas carols and hymns, and shares from his book " The Stories Behind the Great Traditions of Christmas...

How can we share hope to those who need it?  Patrick Albanese  joins Bill as they discuss Faith Radio's " Give hope for Christmas " initiative and share how we can be the hands and feet of Jesus this Christmas season. Later, Bill welcomes Pastor  David Myles  who shares the glorious story of Jesus's birth in Luke 2  and the peace that comes from Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by yo...

the Bible tells us we should consider it an honor to suffer for Christ's sake. Pastor Andy Davis joins Bill to run through twelve benefits that come from Christian suffering. He shares how suffering produces character, purifies our faith, and gives us a chance to put our faith on display to a lost world. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here This conversatio...

Andrew Gorski is an Avant Ministries missionary in Poland trying to lead as many people to Christ as he can. He joins Bill to share his mission, the work being done at the Poland: EP Impact Cente r, and more. Bill then welcomes back Greg Headington to continue his series on the book of Exodus. Greg shares from Exodus 1-2 and how one of the best traits we can have as Christians is moral courage. Fa...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Pastor Tom Parrish  and Dr. Greg Bourgond  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share if a Christian can walk away from God's protected hand, how nothing can separate us from God's love, how being right with God above all else matters most, debate if homeschooling and Christian education is the best...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Pastor Tom Parrish  and Dr. Greg Bourgond  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing witnessing to someone who doesn't believe there is anything after physical death, explain that how we feel vs what God wants for us are two different things, share the significance of the book of Phil...

Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests will be teaching on red letter passages about which they are passionate. Pastor and author Jarrett Stephens joins Bill to study  John 3 and the story of Nicodemus. Through this passage we learn that Jesus is aware of what is on our hearts, and that there is no path to Heaven unless we are...

We live in a world that praises individualism.  Alex McFarland  joins Bill to share how this goes against what the Bible teaches and talks about the importance of dying to self so that we can live for the Lord. Bill then welcomes back Richard Bahr  who shares his heart for the homeless and explains how we can shift our minds towards helping those in need so they can hear about Jesus. Faith Radio p...

The believers in Thessalonica were under so much persecution they thought they were in end-times.  In Paul's letters to the Thessalonians, he encourages them to pursue their relationship with Christ even in the midst of great suffering and clarifies the rapture. Bill is joined by Bible teacher  Jeff Verdoorn  who shares from 2 Thessalonians 2:1-10 . They discuss how a departure will take place for...

There's an intersection where the depression we experience in life meets the armor of God. Jenita Pace and her brother Karl, current Captain in the Marines, join Bill to share about knowing your enemy and recognizing what the Word of God means, more than just what it says. They talk about re-fortifying our faith every single day, why we don't have to "earn God," and much more. Faith Radio podcasts...

The human mind is one of the most complex things God ever created. Bill is joined by philosopher  Ken Samples  to discuss his recent article "How Did the Human Mind Come to Be?"  Ken shares the argument for Christian theism, discusses if the mind made nature or if nature made our mind, and explains how this information should impact the way we reason. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your...

The Christmas season is a time for reflection.  Patrick Albanese  joins Bill to talk about Advent and preparing our hearts and homes for the true meaning of Christmas.  David Myles  then shares how we can use technology and text messaging for the right reasons, and how there are many little ways to encourage those around us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click h...

Josh Mulvihill from RenewaNation  joins Bill to share tips we can use to help our children walk in faith with the Lord. He discusses how we need to apply the truths of the Bible in our world today, manage our kids influences by asking if the fruit being produced by them is honoring to God, and why we need to be the first and loudest voice in our little one's life. Faith Radio podcasts are made pos...

Watching a loved one battle mental health or a substance abuse issue is hard enough, but combining the two can complicate things even more.  Dr. Todd Mulliken  joins Bill to share the best ways we can help those who are going through co-occurring disorders. Todd breaks down the signs we should be looking for and the need to allow God into the heart of the problem for complete restoration. Faith Ra...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Pastor Tom Parrish  and Dr. Greg Bourgond  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. This hour they are joined by special guest Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek who serves as President of the University of Northwestern St. Paul.  Dr. Hoornbeek shares how every decision he makes for the University is taken to the Lord in...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Pastor Tom Parrish  and Dr. Greg Bourgond  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by examining Luke 1:5-25 and share what we can take away from it, discuss the benefits that come from fasting, look at what the scriptures say about judgement and are joined at the end by  Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek who...

Dr. Bob Moeller from  For Keeps Ministries joins Bill to share how the names of the characters in the book of Ruth have special significance as do the events which form the backstory of Christmas in Bethlehem some 1,000 years before it happened. Through this he shows how we see the beginning of an everlasting kingdom, and our need for a Kinsman Redeemer. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by y...

God created us to flourish with fellow believers and be in communion with one another.  Counselor Jody Goldie  of The Collaborative joins Bill to share the importance of connection and communication when dealing with trauma and emotional grief, and discusses how we are called to walk with those on their faith journey no matter whatever stage of life they're currently in. Faith Radio podcasts are m...

Bill is joined by philosopher  Ken Samples  who discusses how close Christianity, Judaism, and Islam are in terms of their views of God. Ken lists the distinctive features of the three religions, talks about how they agree and disagree with each other, and explains how we can respectfully share our faith as Christians with Jews and Muslims. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. G...

Jesus told his disciples they would face persecution and intense suffering, so we shouldn't be surprised by the hostility we receive as Christians. Author Joe Dallas  joins Bill to discuss his new book  "Christians in a Cancel Culture."  Joe shares how we can be equipped with the truth to respond righteously to those who persecute us and how we can stand firm in our beliefs through all circumstanc...

Patrick Albanese  is back with Bill as the two discuss leaning into discomfort, and how we often tie our accomplishments with what we think we can do rather than what we can do.  David Myles  then joins to teach about leading people to Christ. Later he shares from Romans 6:23 and how we can apply it to our life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here