Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • What do you mean when you say that God desires tear-filled converts instead of fear-filled converts? • Why don’t you use illustrations or personal stories in your preaching? Segment 2 • Should Christians leave bad business reviews if a company wronged them? • Are women as deacons biblically supported? Segment 3 • What should...

Segment 1 • Sermons used to be long and weighty—now they’re shallow. • Why do we tolerate hours of football but squirm after 20 minutes of preaching? • Lloyd-Jones and Packer: urgent, doctrinal preaching isn’t optional—it’s essential. Segment 2 • Why do you go to church—and what do you expect? • Many show up with little thought, fueling shorter and shallower sermons. • Preparation matters: pray, t...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Join Todd at Kennesaw State University as he discusses truth, the afterlife, postmodernism, and the exclusivity of Christ with two college students. Segment 1 • Student Brittany says she makes her own rules and believes in evolution, reincarnation, and positive energy. • Todd walks her through the need for an objective standard of right and wrong. • He introduces God as a l...

Segment 1 • 1 in 5 U.S. adults now get their news from TikTok. • Kentucky church backs members in checking out LGBT books and not returning them. • A little girl is adopted into an all-male, three-parent household. Segment 2 • Hilary Clinton is still making anti-Christian and anti-white male remarks at 77. • Over 30% of university students believe violence is justified. • The U.K. names its first...

Segment 1 • Voddie Baucham’s legacy: a gospel preacher who made much of Christ, not himself. • His words at Shepherd’s Conference remind us that preaching must center on Jesus. • The loss of giants like Voddie raises a question: are we valuing our local pastors as we should? Segment 2 • Voddie left strong opinions that challenged us, from Lord’s Supper to worship practices. • His challenges forced...

Segment 1 • Why aren’t all your YouTube videos on Fortis+? • How can I stay informed on global Christian news and pray for the church more specifically? • Should Protestants evangelize Roman Catholics, or partner with them? • What’s the right approach if my pastor preaches something unbiblical? Segment 2 • My parents want to bury me in their family plot, but my husband wants us buried with his. Ho...

Segment 1 • Todd and Dr. Greg Gifford discussing mental health and transformation at KSU. • Free speech vs. foolish speech—where’s the line? • Jimmy Kimmel suspended—raises questions about consistency in “hate speech” rules. Segment 2 • Campus reactions to the Charlie Kirk assassination. • Free speech protects almost everything short of inciting violence—but misuse of it is rampant. • Where should...

It’s Witness Wednesday! In today’s episode, Todd Friel engages in meaningful conversations with several university students. First up is Cole, a pro-lifer who isn’t a believer. Later, Todd speaks with agnostic Moira, discussing God’s existence and Moira's personal experiences with Christianity. Todd continually points the students back to the ultimate hope that we are called to share - the gospel...

Segment 1 • Charlie Kirk memorial created a “cultural moment” and Christian revival. • Revival sparks emotion, but true reformation requires Scripture and discipleship. • Gospel must remain central—don’t swap truth for politics or feelings. Segment 2 • True reformation is built on ordinary means: Word, prayer, sacraments, discipleship. • Local churches—not viral events—grow Christians for the long...

Segment 1 • Charlie Kirk’s memorial pleasantly shocked man who heard hours of Christ-exalting preaching. • Sin, repentance, and the gospel were actually spoken from the stage. • Rob McCoy set the tone: the guest of honor was the King of kings. Segment 2 • Frank Turek gave a bold, gospel-centered proclamation—Charlie is in heaven only because of Christ’s sacrifice. • Even political figures like Mar...

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • Why has the Charlie Kirk assassination affected so many, so deeply? Segment 2 • Thoughts on CS Lewis? • Do deacons have to be married? Segment 3 • Is it ever correct to claim that God told you something? Segment 4 • How should we think about the importance of various doctrines? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would...

Segment 1 • Outrage over pastors not mentioning Charlie Kirk mirrors COVID-era tensions. • Many left churches not over safety policies—but over refusal to address political topics. • The question: Does ignoring key cultural moments mean pastoral failure? Segment 2 • Five filters to think through before leaving: church view, preaching style, theology, shepherding, and courage. • Faithful pastors ma...

It’s Witness Wednesday! In today’s episode, Todd Friel visits Kennesaw State University to engage with students on matters of faith and beliefs. First, Todd talks with Mateo, where they discuss Easter, its significance in Christianity, and personal accountability before God. Todd also has the chance to speak with a student on the meaning of life and the importance of faith. Segment 1: • Mateo is C...

Segment 1: • Kirk’s assassination sparked memes and laughter—proof of hollowed-out consciences. • “Demons among us” isn’t metaphorical—darkness rules when life is mocked. • Redemption through Christ, not politics, is the only cure for such depravity. Segment 2: • Culture sets standards low—and behavior sinks even lower. • Mandates, laws, and culture shifts can’t fix broken hearts. • Only heart tra...

Segment 1: • Assassination of Charlie Kirk leaves us with hard questions: why and what now? • Exposes national fracture: free speech attacked, norms collapsing. • Beyond politics: a brother in Christ murdered, a soul lost reminds us of eternal stakes. Segment 2: • Response must be more than outrage—it must drive evangelism. • Politics shift when hearts are changed by Christ. • Five ways to engage:...

It’s mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1: • Did Todd really say “Daytona Beach, California”? • How can I actually overcome lust—not just feel guilty about it? • Is there a real benefit to skipping kids' Bible stories and baby talk? Segment 2: • If I’m volunteering but not tithing, is that a problem? • Can giving time to church substitute for giving money? Segment 3:...

Segment 1: • A tragedy: Charlie Kirk’s murder forces us to wrestle with God’s sovereignty. • Why does a good God ordain evil acts? Four rules help us think rightly. • God is working out good, but we must guard against demanding to see it. Segment 2: • What God ordains is always good—even when we do not understand how it could be. • Wrestling with suffering? The problem is never God’s character, bu...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel is back on campus to engage students in conversations about life’s purpose, evolution versus creation, and the central message of Christianity. Segment 1: • Luke was raised Christian, but unsure if he’s good enough to go to heaven. • Believes Jesus died for his sins, but thinks he still has to “clean up” to be accepted. • Todd walks Luke through the Law and Gospe...

Segment 1 • Forgiveness isn’t optional—even when repentance isn’t perfect. • Broken trust with family means hard, intentional work to rebuild it. • TRANSFORMED SEASON 4 sets the stage with practical application. Segment 2 • OnlyFans is exploding across college campuses—a tragic cultural trend. • Lecrae releases Reconstruction while flirting with deconstruction themes. • AI “truth” is shaky; aposta...

Segment 1 • Todd reflects on God’s kindness in creation, quoting C.S. Lewis on earthly pleasures pointing to greater ones to come. • Ken Ham is a crook? Todd has thoughts. • Cornerstone Conference was a major success—filled with encouragement and fellowship. Segment 2 • Todd and Jimmy compare their conference weekends—Cornerstone and White Harvest. • Scott Klusendorf praised as the best pro-life a...

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1: • Is a call for “authenticity” in church just a cover for pride? • How do I know if God’s calling me to preach—even if I don’t feel qualified to do so? Segment 2: • Are churches selling branded merchandise guilty of the “money changers” problem? • What are the best biblical homeschool curriculum options? • How can I actually...

It’s Mailbag Thursday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Welcome to a special edition of “Mailbag”! Segment 1 : • How do I handle the guilt of not praying for everyone I know? Segment 2: • Should Christians really give away all their possessions? • How often should believers meet—are we doing church wrong today? Segment 3: • How do we biblically decide how many kids we should have before we...

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel takes to the streets for witness encounters. Through these candid discussions, Todd explores the complexities of faith, sin, and salvation, aiming to uncover what people truly believe about eternity. Segment 1: • Todd explains why purgatory isn’t biblical, teaching that believers are made perfect instantly after death. Segment 2: • Jordan denies God’s existence a...

It’s Mailbag Tuesday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Welcome to a special edition of “Mailbag”! Segment 1: • How do I point my divorcing parents toward Christ when one is a believer and the other isn’t? • Are independent or non-denominational churches biblically sound? • How do I overcome a paralyzing fear of God? Segment 2: • Does online dating show a lack of trust in God’s plan? • How...

Segment 1: • How do I honor my parents when constant conflict leads to yelling? Segment 2: • Is it okay for pastors to use AI as a “wordsmith” without crossing into sermon plagiarism? Segment 3: • If a sermon doesn’t include the gospel, does that make it unorthodox? Segment 4: • Should pastors confront chronic lateness even if it risks losing people? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would...