The Bill Arnold Show

Alex McFarland  is back and shares why we are called to have faith that God loves, even when it seems like he doesn't hear our prayers. Later, Author  Alex Early  joins Bill to discuss his book  "Thinking About God" . Alex explains how parents can be confident answering their children's theological questions, and why your child must own their faith. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your s...

Arguments happen, and how we respond and move forward is vital for our relationships.  Dr. Glenn Pickering  joins Bill to discuss why we need to be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger, why playing "Tag" can never result in resolution, and other helpful tips to remember during our arguments. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now

Bill is joined by the founder of Together for Israel Scott Volk. Together the two of them discuss the important role of Israel for our salvation, why Scott believes Jesus is the Messiah as a Messianic Jew, and why we can't call ourselves followers of Christ without carrying God's heart for Israel. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now

The strongest force against the belief in God is atheism. Bill is joined by  Ken Samples  as the two of them discuss an article from an atheist philosopher. They take a look at the strongest atheistic argument, the Christian doctrine of original sin, and why the creation of the world is the greatest proof for God's existence. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click...

Patrick Albanese  is back, and he sits down with Bill as they discuss gratitude, selflessness, and give a special thanks to all who participated in the 2023 Faith Radio Fall Fundraiser. Next  David Myles  joins the program to discuss the critical nature of the heart, and why feasting on God's word helps guard against evil. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click her...

Melissa Ohden , founder of the Abortion Survivors Network, shares about the work of the organization and her story of being a survivor of abortion. She talks with Bill about the work of amplifying survivors to allow them to share their story, the lifelong pursuit of finding her birth mom, why circumstances are temporary, and abortion is permanent. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your sup...

Did the universe have a creator? Spike Psarris of Creation Astronomy  tackles this question and shares his story of turning from an Atheist Evolutionist, to now a Christian Creationist. Ray Comfort, author of " So Many Lions, So Few Daniels ," talks about how ordinary people will respond to the Truth of the Gospel when it's shared with them. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. ...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Trevor Rubenstein , and Matt Frey  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today, they discuss the deeper meaning behind what we read in John 3:16 , allowing God to make the distinction between what is good versus evil, how we understand Jesus learning obedience, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made poss...

Stephen Mansfield, author of " Lincoln's Battle with God: A President's Struggle with Faith and What It Meant for America ," joins Bill to share about the evidence for Lincoln being so encouraged by prayer, how he was being pursued by the hound of heaven at the lowest times of his life, his powerful final words to his wife before being killed, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible...

Carmen LaBerge, host of  Mornings with Carmen , joins Bill to talk about the need to remind ourselves who we are in Christ, to fight back against spiritual warfare. They talk about how the enemy wants us to focus on delay instead of God's perfect timing that requires our patience, the calling to value the sanctity of life to its final stages as Christ followers, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts...

Gregory Koukl , president of Stand to Reason and author of " Street Smarts ," shares how Christians can be effective in the shallow end of the pool, making a difference without taking huge risks. He talks about the difference between a harvest approach versus a gardening approach when it comes to evangelism, describing our Savior as a rescuer, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible...

Often we don't engage with God through our afflictions in life. How does He react when we choose to take matters into our own hands, instead of seeking His will in our situation? Rebecca Rhee joins Bill once again to talk about what the process of Godly discernment looks like, the danger of halfhearted prayer and why our activity doesn't compare to His flawless work. Faith Radio podcasts are made...

God designed us as humans to be in community with one another, but that doesn't mean being an introvert is wrong.  Dr. Todd Mulliken  joins Bill to share how God can always use the gifts he's given us to further his kingdom, and how introverts can find ways to evangelize. They also spend time discussing the symptoms of narcissism and how to help a loved one who has it. Faith Radio podcasts are mad...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Trevor Rubenstein , and Pastor Aaron Braaten  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share their thoughts on if it's Biblically wrong to be cremated, do a deep dive of Isaiah 53:5 , and give tips to mature in constant prayer. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click her...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Jeff Verdoorn ,  Trevor Rubenstein , and Pastor Aaron Braaten  join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today they discuss the symbolic teachings of Jesus, the grounds for divorce and how it relates to our relationship with Christ, and the deeper meaning behind Luke 9:23 . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your suppo...

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. Today, Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn  discusses the timing of the rapture and ten reasons why he believes Scripture supports it occurring d...

In this series, author  David Wheaton and Bill examine the importance of understanding the Word of God for a deep and authentic Biblical Christian Worldview. Today they discuss the role of sanctification.  Scott Hubbard joins Bill to discuss his article  "Get Behind Me, Sluggard: Four Lessons Against Laziness" . Together, they study the book of Proverbs, and how to aim for consistency little by li...

Everyone is susceptible to a mental illness and there is no shame in receiving a diagnosis.  Dr. Andy Schuttinga joins Bill to discuss the warning signs for a mental illness, why trying to battle it alone can be detrimental and getting help is essential for moving forward, and the importance of trusting God in our lives for proper restoration. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support...

The Holy Spirt is mysterious. Bible teacher  Beverly Coniaris  talks about three Bible verses that leave us as Christians feeling worrisome when it comes to the Holy Spirit and shares how our joy in the Lord can return.  Dr. Greg Bourgond  joins Bill to discuss the three prevailing instances in our world, how we can be encouraged through scripture, and why we must remain bold in our faith. Faith R...

Often, we feel undeserving of forgiveness and ashamed of past failures.  Scarlet Hiltibidal  joins Bill to preview her new six-week Bible Study series " Ashamed ". They discuss where we see shame in the Bible, and how we can take comfort knowing God is gracious, and able to heal us from past experiences. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Greed can control our thoughts, actions, and rule over our lives. Pastor Brent Kuhlman joins Bill to explain how we can learn to be content, why money needs to serve us, and what the Bible says about selfishness.  Patrick Albanese  joins Bill to take a look at Matthew 11:11 , how to humbly showcase the skills God has given us, and how He views us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your sup...

We find all we need to point the reality of the Creator in nature, history, and our life experience. The precision and order in the world around us can only come from an intelligent Creator, who Christians know is God the Father. Don Bierle joins Bill once again, to talk about the reliability of Scripture and why we describe Jesus as the manifestation of God- the Creator. Faith Radio podcasts are...

Bill is joined by starting tackle for the University Minnesota football team  Quinn Carroll.  Quinn discusses leading a Bible study with his teammates and the power of public prayer in his life. Greg Headington then joins to continue in the study of Daniel. Today Greg teaches how to interpret Apocalyptic Literature, and how to be faithful to God, looking at Daniel 7 and 8. Faith Radio podcasts are...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Pastor Tom Parrish , and Pastor Aaron Braaten join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today they discuss if we receive blessings in life without knowing it, why it's crucial to have discernment with social media, The significance of Hebrews 9:5 , why a life well lived is one that serves the Lord each day, and how Christ had...

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back.  Pastor Tom Parrish , and Pastor Aaron Braaten join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today they discuss why more than just baptism is necessary for salvation, when the Lord will return and how He will make His appearance, why the goal of Church discipline leads to restoration, and if we are obligated to tithe as Christians...