Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1: • What should you expect from a church mentorship, and how do you make the most of it? • How can you balance being a "slave to Christ" while also being a co-heir of His Kingdom? • Should unresolved family conflicts stop you from taking communion? How do you know when you’re ready to reconcile? Segment 2: • Is the death penalt...

Segment 1  • Carl Trueman criticizes churches for being too influenced by societal trends instead of leading culture. • Churches are losing their way by embracing immaturity and distractions, missing their higher calling. Segment 2  • Carl Trueman’s hard-hitting message: don’t get consumed by politics at the cost of the gospel. • Christians are called to a greater mission—if you’re not ready to fo...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel is at Georgia Tech to talk with students about why salvation is ultimately not about fear of hell, but gratitude for God’s mercy and love. Segment 1: • A candid chat about morality, using "The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" as a metaphor. • A deep dive into whether personal goodness is enough, measured against the 10 Commandments. Segment 2: • The conversation pivo...

Segment 1 • We're probably more influenced by our modern world than we realize. • "Eight Humanistic Errors That Crept into The Modern Church".   Segment 2   • Matthew 16 reminds us to pick up our cross. • Ways to counter humanistic desires.   Segment 3 • Ditch these excuses to stay single.   Segment 4 • Was the Bible written for us today? • What is the top election issue for women under thirty? __...

Segment 1 • These men are producing new content at Fortis Institute everyday. • Psychotropic use is increasing year after year.   Segment 2 • Hyper-sexuality is not a mental illness • Hyper-sexuality is a sin to repent of.   Segment 3 • Turns out Kamala Harris is going to be preaching in churches. • Jonny Ardavanis - to vote for democrats is to vote for everything God hates.   Segment 4 • If we're...

Segment 1 • How can Christians stay strong in their faith when persecution looms? Segment 2 • Should men serve in children's ministry, even with toddlers? • Should parents model generosity for their kids or keep giving private? Segment 3 • How do you witness to a family member who shows no fruit of repentance? • Can weather really be controlled by evil forces? Segment 4 • If eternity gives me anxi...

Segment 1 • Why we overshare our aches and pains—and why it matters for your relationships. • Are you making others tune out? • Is your pain story helping or hurting? Segment 2 • Do you try to “one-up” others' struggles? It’s hurting your relationships. • Stop hopping from church to church—learn how to deal with people who annoy you. Segment 3 • Should you sell your organs? • Your body isn’t yours...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel heads to Georgia Tech, engaging students with crucial questions about Easter, sin, and salvation. Segment 1 • Todd meets an electrical engineering student unsure about the meaning of Easter and Jesus' resurrection. • They discuss the significance of the resurrection and what it means for salvation. Segment 2 • A conversation with a Buddhist student sparks a discu...

Segment 1 • Gen Z struggles with loneliness, community, and rising porn use. • Young people need a place to belong and serve—the Church can be that place. Segment 2 • A couple’s quiet dedication in life and death offers a powerful example. • Young people are resisting the world’s influence and embracing godly wisdom. Segment 3 • Phil Johnson’s return to the pulpit after a health battle is a story...

Segment 1 • Preaching should not just inform your mind, but also ignite a love for Jesus. • Conservative sermons might be overcorrecting, giving us knowledge but no heart. Segment 2 • Adoption—Thomas Watson calls it a greater mercy than even justification. • The proper goal of a sermon is not knowledge. Segment 3 • Kamala Harris claims late-term abortions don’t exist, but a simple phone call revea...

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1 • Should Christians seek a religious exemption from DEI training? • Does bad theology block salvation, or just mislead? Segment 2 • How do you protect liberty without insisting on it? Segment 3 • What is God teaching through constant disappointment? • When is it right to judge, and when should we stay silent? Segment 4 • How s...

Segment 1 • WOW… WOW… WOW... Over 5000 people in the first couple of days have interacted with Fortis Institute and Fortis+. • Live Webinar October 3rd: How do we handle pastoral failure? • Are megachurches losing their appeal? Segment 2 • Are Gen Z students too sensitive, or are we just overprotective? • Should proselytizing be banned on college campuses? • Are we raising another generation of se...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel heads to Georgia Tech, asking students tough questions like, "If you could ask God one question, what would it be?", "Why do bad things happen?" and "Can all religions be true?". Segment 1 • Todd speaks with Greg, a freshman who questions God’s control over good and bad events. Segment 2 • Todd challenges Greg on whether all religions can be true, uncovering Greg...

Segment 1: The Big Announcement • Gospel Partners Media is now Fortis Institute • 8 new voices join the team: Dr. John Crotts, Dr. Adam Tyson, Dr. Jason Lisle, Dr. Andrew Walker, and more. • Fortis+ is 100% free, delivering original content daily Segment 2 • ADHD is on the rise, but is medication the answer? • "Don’t rely on child psychiatrists for parenting advice" • Free webinar coming Thursday...

Segment 1 • Why Is Gen Z Feeling Lost? • Are College Campuses Seeing a Revival? Segment 2 • Big Changes Are Coming! Major announcement tomorrow—new name, new website, and the ministry is evolving. Segment 3 • Rick Warren - “We need to evangelize Christians”. Segment 4 • What Is the Sinful Leaven of the Pharisees?

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 27, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0927.mp3 It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1 • How does true repentance work for Christians? • Can demons influence a believer’s dreams? • Does the Bible require capital punishment? Segment 2 • What does “bec...

If even someone like Steve Lawson can fall, how do we resist temptation? Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 26, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0926.mp3 Segment 1 • The Evangelical community is stunned by the fall of Dr. Steve Lawson. • What questions should we be asking now vs. later? • Guard your heart against cynicism, and avoid blanket judgments of others. Segment 2 • A...

It’s a slow fade when sin creeps in—lessons from a fallen pastor. Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 24, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0924.mp3 Segment 1 • It’s a slow fade when sin creeps in—lessons from a fallen pastor. • Is he a false teacher or just a fallen brother? The answer is time. • We must be patient and avoid rushing to judgment. Segment 2 • A slow fade: people...

Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 23, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0923.mp3 Segment 1 • Steven J. Lawson’s fall reminds us that the Church will endure, but we must handle these situations carefully. • Sin is deceitful and creeps up on us, tricking even the most seasoned believers. • We don’t know all the details, but the lessons are clear: no one is immune to sin’s decep...

“Mr. Mr. Mr. Sir Mr. Mr., would you please remind me of the rules of discernment you use before talking about a fallen preacher on air?” Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 20, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0920.mp3 It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1 • Mr. Mr. Mr. Sir Mr. Mr., would you please remind me of the rules of discernment you us...

No-fault divorce might be a hidden factor behind school shootings. Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 19, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0919.mp3 Segment 1 • Self-centeredness is the #1 way to fracture your church. • Churches that try to be all things to everyone end up benefiting no one. • Pastors pushing personal agendas cause churches to lose gospel-centeredness. Segment...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel engages students at Georgia Tech, challenging their understanding of the gospel and their beliefs about God. Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 18, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0918.mp3 It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel engages students at Georgia Tech, challenging their understanding of the gospel and their beliefs about God. Segment 1...

Scientific American tries to frame gossip as beneficial, claiming it fosters connection, but the Bible warns of the destructive power of the tongue. Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 17, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0917.mp3 Segment 1: • Scientific American tries to frame gossip as beneficial, claiming it fosters connection, but the Bible warns of the destructive power o...

Todd Friel discusses the impact of progressive policies in cities like Chicago, addressing rising crime rates, LGBT education in schools, and the decriminalization of theft. Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 16, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0916.mp3 Segment 1: • Chicago’s crime rates soar under progressive policies, with theft decriminalized under $1,000. • AI is taking...

It’s Mailbag Friday! How do I lovingly address a friend who claims to hear God audibly? Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 13, 2024 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2024-0913.mp3 It’s Mailbag Friday! You have questions. We have answers. If you have any questions, comments, conundrums, snarks, or ideas send them to idea@wretched.org. Mixed-race relationships: What does the Bible say abo...