The Bill Arnold Show

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 explaining if there is a first death and second death for unbelievers, examine Luke 7 and the faith of the centurion, Moses striking the rock in Numbers 20 , discuss our need as believers to grow in our understa...

Our Red Letter Series is back! Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests teach on red letter passages about which they are passionate. This time, Bill welcomes in former  Professor Mark Muska to teach on Matthew 3 and the significance of baptism. For more information on  The Christ Podcast: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made...

We're all grateful for what Christ did when he died on the cross for our sins, but are we missing the true purpose behind it and what is to come? Pastor  Andy Davis joins Bill to discuss this, and more, sharing from his article " God's Final Purpose in the Resurrection ". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher  Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study by taking us through 1 Peter 2:9-10 as he explains that we are a people belonging to God, discusses replacement theology, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made pos...

Sometimes we feel burned out, exhausted, and in a place where rest  doesn't  seem possible.  But Matthew 14:22-33 shows us  a  different  perspective of what rest can be. Hebrew scholar  Rebecca Rhee   joins Bill to share   how  rest  i s  active, sometimes  a profound risk , and  something we are constantly  pursu ing. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

What is the difference between secular and Christian values? And how do we define what real values are and what is important in life? Executive Director of  Beauterre   Dr. Tim Walsh is back once again to discuss all of this and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  click here

When life shakes us, how do we guard our spirit? Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Wyatt to discuss what loss reveals in us, the danger of hardening our heart towards God, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Most Christians don't know how to talk about Jesus. But if we step out in faith and listen to what God is telling us to do, incredible things happen. Author and former Minnesota Twins Chaplain  David McIver  joins the show to talk about his new book " Looking for the One ". Pastor  Brent Kuhlman  then shares from  Matthew 17:1-9  on The Transfiguration of Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possi...

There is a lot of concern in our culture today about identity. so for followers of Jesus, what false identities are competing with who God says we are? What practices can we implement to reinforce our identity in Christ? Pastor  Kevin David Meyer  is back to discuss these kind of questions, and much more, as we study  Luke 3:21-37 . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now...

After a lengthy hiatus, our Red Letter Series is back! Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests teach on red letter passages about which they are passionate. Today, Bill welcomes Professor David T. Lamb to share on the parable of the tenants in Luke 20:9-19 . For more information on The Christ Podcast: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podc...

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 take some time to address if God truly wishes all to be saved, if divorce is taken too lightly in our culture, have a discussion on why there are so many "brilliant" atheists, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made poss...

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 take some time to share what the term "Gospel" means, discuss if our sin can cause God to abandon us, explain how to know if the Holy Spirit is in us, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support...

There are many important theological questions that are worth discussing. Theologian  Millard Erickson  author of " Introducing Christian Doctrine " joins Bill to give his insight into some of these questions. Together they discuss the celebration of Easter, dig into the doctrine of Christology, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now

How different are churches now compared to the first century? And have they changed for the better? Does what we see in Scripture match what is taking place today? Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace sits down with Bill to answer these questions, and much more. For Jim's latest book " Case Files Vol. I: Murder and Meaning". CLICK HERE For Jim's podcast on this topic: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podc...

Not talking about our difficulties is unhelpful, because we can use these struggles to grow in our faith. Pastor Mike Novotny joins the show to share how we can harness anxiety, stress, and depression for a better life in Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now

We all have aspects of our spiritual life that need to be rebuilt. This happens with a renewed commitment to the word of God, devoted time in prayer, and a renewed commitment to practical holiness. Pastor Jarrett Stephens joins Bill to discuss all of this and more as they study Nehemiah 8-10 . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

Does the Bible say abortion is permissable?  Dr. Brian Warren , author of  " The Truth of the Trade: Addressing the Deceit and Seduction Surrounding Abortion " has come back to share stories, take a look at the birth of Christ in  Luke 1 , and give us the latest updates on the state of abortion. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now

Forgiveness can be an incredibly difficult thing to give. However, life is short and we don't know how much time we have to offer it. Pastor Dave Ryerson joins the show to share why the time to act is now, as he looks at  Romans 5:20 , other Scripture, and shares personal stories about how forgiveness has impacted his own life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support.  Give now

Most of the world gets up in the morning and goes to bed at night without a single thought that Jesus may return at any moment. But he is coming back.  Dr. Don Bierle  joins the show to share why Jesus must return, what we need to know about the apostles teaching on this, why this future event is dismissed by our world culture, and much more. For a compilation of Don Bierle's teachings go to  Fait...

What if we could earn our money with purpose, and have a Biblical mindset with our finances.  Author John Coleman  joins the show to share from his upcoming book " Good Money: Six Steps to Building a Financial Life with Purpose ". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 10, 2026

At some point in our lives we will face Spiritual darkness. Bible teacher Scott Hubbard talks about how defying it for a lifetime is better then giving into it, as he shares from his article " When the Soul Lies in Shadow ". Later, pastor  Jonathan Bourman gives us a message on shame and guilt from Zechariah 3:1-10 . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

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 discuss when it's appropriate to leave a church over disagreements in theology, the importance of reading the Bible, take a look at Jeremiah 49:34-39 in light of the events in our world, and much more. For the new Guy Ta...

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 discuss if we go to heaven immediately after death, the qualifications necessary to be an elder, take a look at Deuteronomy 21:10-11 , and more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made...

When doubt occurs, don't shy away from it. Instead, follow the questions you have to the answers that reaffirm the truth. Author and apologetic specialist Dr. Doug Groothuis joins Bill to discuss the different kinds of doubt we experience, explain what healthy doubt looks like, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now:  Click here

What tools should pastors be using when it comes to preaching?  Dr. Alex McFarland joins the show to discuss if there is a time and place for pastors to use artificial intelligence when crafting sermons. Later, friend  Patrick Albanese and Bill read Colossians 3:12 , Romans 12:12 , and share the vital importance of aquiring the attribute of patience. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your...