Wretched Radio with Todd Friel - Fortis Institute

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HOW TO GET YOUNG PEOPLE EXCITED ABOUT CHURCH Oct 08, 2024

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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 of perseverance. • Despite challenges, God is still at work in His Church. Segment 4 • Atheism in the UK is rising, with Christianity in decline. • Is casual worship reflecting the role of a royal priesthood? ___ 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!

EVANGELICALS FOR HARRIS? Oct 07, 2024

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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 reveals the truth. • Does character justify voting for policies that oppose life? Segment 4 • Welcome to Evangelicals for Satan…What? • Supporting Harris is like endorsing evil, no matter the reasoning. ___ 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!

WHEN IS IT RIGHT TO JUDGE, AND WHEN SHOULD WE STAY SILENT? Oct 04, 2024

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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 should you end a witnessing encounter? • Should women serve as deacons? ___ 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!

IS YOUR THEOLOGY STUCK? TIME TO WAKE UP! Oct 03, 2024

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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 self-absorbed, phone-obsessed individuals? Segment 3 • Theology without transformation—are we missing the mark? • Seminary isn't just about knowledge; it's about shaping your heart. Segment 4 • How much time do you spend exercising your spiritual muscles daily? • Our singing in church should be an encouragement to those around us. • Should we judge those who raise their hands in worship, or is it a reflection of something deeper in us? ___ 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!

IF YOU COULD ASK GOD ONE QUESTION, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Oct 02, 2024

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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’s uncertainty about Jesus and Protestantism. Segment 3 • Todd asks Greg if he considers himself a good person, diving into sin, lying, stealing, and lust, and how these impact his standing before God. Segment 4 • Todd shares the Gospel with Greg, urging him to repent and trust in Christ for salvation. ___ 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!

OUR BIG ANNOUNCEMENT… Oct 01, 2024

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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 on a pressing topic. Segment 3 • Dr. Jason Lisle’s take global panic over climate change. • God controls the weather—not climate alarmists. Remember His promise to sustain the earth. Segment 4 • Are we living in a computer simulation? One scientist thinks so, but John 1 proves otherwise. • Eisegesis at its worst: twisting Scripture to sell books about AI.

RICK WARREN’S EVANGELISM STRATEGY: WHAT’S MISSING? Sep 30, 2024

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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?

SHOULD YOU ATTEND A RELIGIOUS CEREMONY YOU DON’T BELIEVE IN? Sep 27, 2024

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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!

IF STEVE LAWSON CAN FALL, WHAT ABOUT YOU? Sep 26, 2024

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If even someone like Steve Lawson can fall, how do we resist temptation?

WHY GREAT MEN STUMBLE Sep 24, 2024

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It's a slow fade when sin creeps in—lessons from a fallen pastor.