Wretched Radio with Todd Friel - Fortis Institute

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CHURCH SCHOOLS: MISSION FIELD OR MISSION DRIFT? Oct 22, 2024

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It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1: • Is it wise for churches to start schools open to non-Christian families? Could it compromise the mission? • How can you effectively help a friend battling a pornography addiction? Where should you start? Segment 2: • A mom in your apologetics group has shared she’s using Steven Furtick sermons to disciple her daughter. What’s the right way to address concerns? Segment 3: • What do you do when your pastor is caught in lies, and your elders refuse to act? How do you stay committed to your church? • How do you stay emotionally steady when small things trigger deep anxiety or sadness? Is there a way to anchor yourself? Segment 4: • When leadership falls short: Is staying at a church with unresolved issues hurting your faith, or teaching perseverance? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

MAILBAG WEEK: WHAT TO DO WHEN GOD’S TIMING DOESN’T MATCH YOURS Oct 21, 2024

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It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1: • How do you effectively share your faith on a college campus in today's climate? • Should seminaries embrace AI technology, or does it conflict with their core mission? Segment 2: • How can I balance work, family, and chores without feeling guilty about what I neglect? • Should you let your child participate in a class if the teacher’s lifestyle contradicts your moral values? Segment 3: • How can I find contentment and trust God when my desires for marriage and fulfillment seem unmet? • What does it mean to find purpose and joy in a season of waiting? Segment 4: • Are we expected to enjoy work, or is it just something we do for God’s glory? • Is plastic surgery sinful, or is it a matter of Christian freedom? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

SHOULD A FAMILY DISPUTE KEEP YOU FROM COMMUNION? Oct 18, 2024

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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 penalty for drug dealers Biblical? What does Scripture say about harsh judgments? Segment 3: • Why didn’t God clearly reveal the Trinity from the very beginning? What’s the purpose behind gradual revelation? • Is Celebrate Recovery a biblically sound program? What should you know before joining? Segment 4: • How can you be certain you’re not blaspheming the Holy Spirit? Can Christians cast out demons today? • Are biblical novels safe to read, or do they distort Scripture’s message? Should you engage with them? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

“POLITICS OR MISSION? WHICH ONE IS YOUR TOP PRIORITY?” Oct 17, 2024

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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 follow Christ, you're not ready for the real challenge. Segment 3 • Elton John writes a Broadway musical about Tammy Faye Baker, raising questions on faith in mainstream media. • Despite the distractions, God calls us to die to self because His plans are always just. Segment 4 • Addressing the overwhelming amount of political texts—are they keeping us from focusing on faith? • A powerful reminder that self-forgiveness isn’t biblical; Jesus is bigger than your sins, even those like abortion. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHY YOUR “GOOD” IS NOT GOOD ENOUGH Oct 16, 2024

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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 pivots to the ultimate question: Innocent or guilty before God? • The student admits his shortcomings, but wrestles with the weight of perfection. Segment 3: • A powerful courtroom analogy reveals that no amount of good deeds can undo sin. • The student is challenged to rethink his reliance on personal efforts to balance the scales. Segment 4: • The host explains that only through Jesus' sacrifice can anyone be declared righteous. • A call to repentance and trust in Christ as the only way to escape judgment and receive grace. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

THIS COULD BE CREEPING INTO YOUR CHURCH AND YOU DON’T EVEN REALIZE IT Oct 15, 2024

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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? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHO HOLDS THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM AT YOUR CHURCH? Oct 14, 2024

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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 more excited about elections than Church, we're out of whack. • You have the keys of the kingdom because Christ has ultimate authority and has commissioned the Church. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

ARE EVIL FORCES CONTROLLING THE WEATHER? Oct 11, 2024

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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 anxiety, does that mean I'm not saved? • How can I understand the infinite with a limited mind? • Is it appropriate for a woman to read Scripture aloud in church before the pastor preaches? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

WHY WE CAN’T STOP TALKING ABOUT OUR ACHES AND PAINS Oct 10, 2024

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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—how this changes everything about personal decisions. Segment 4 • A British child identifies as a wolf—what’s really happening in society? • Homeschooling is booming—why families are sticking with it even post-COVID. • The “7 Mountains” of NAR—Should Christians really be trying to conquer culture this way? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE “R” WORD IN EVANGELISM Oct 09, 2024

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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 discussion on whether all religions can lead to salvation. • Todd challenges the idea, explaining why Jesus is the only way to salvation. Segment 3 • Todd talks with a Jewish student who observes kosher laws, leading to a discussion about the purpose of Old Testament sacrifices. • The student questions religious traditions, and Todd introduces Jesus as the fulfillment of those laws. Segment 4 • Todd encourages young believers not to be ashamed of the gospel, even when facing societal pressure. • He emphasizes the importance of boldly sharing the truth about Jesus, framing it as an act of love. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

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