Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

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Wretched Radio is hosted by Todd Friel. On the show, you will hear live witnessing encounters, discussions of tough theological issues, and various topics in the Christian community. You might even have a laugh.

  1. 1h ago

    Wretched Interview: Libby Glosson | Why More Women Are Turning to Pornography

    Pornography is increasingly becoming a struggle for women—but what’s really driving it, and how can Christian women fight it? Todd sits down with Fortis Fellow and biblical counselor Libby Glosson to discuss what’s happening beneath the surface and the hope found in Christ. Segment 1 • Why are more women consuming pornography—and has our culture encouraged women to adopt some of the worst behaviors of men? • What are women really seeking through pornography: intimacy, acceptance, love, or escape? • Why pornography is ultimately more than a sexual problem—it’s a heart and worship problem. Segment 2 • Why “just stop it” and shame aren't enough to produce lasting change. • How wrong beliefs about God's goodness, holiness, and character can fuel sexual sin. • What practical steps can women take without ignoring the deeper desires of the heart? Segment 3 • What's the difference between wanting freedom from consequences and genuinely wanting to repent? • Can repeated sexual sin dull a Christian's conscience? • How do you uncover what's really driving a recurring struggle with pornography? Segment 4 • What should you actually do when temptation hits? • Why fighting pornography may require dealing with escapism, discontentment, ingratitude, and entitlement. • In the moment of temptation, the ultimate question is: Will you love Christ more than your sin? ___ 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!

  2. 1d ago

    The G3 Ministries Controversy + John MacArthur’s Successor Announced

    Grace Community Church has named John MacArthur’s successor, while another controversy surrounding G3 Ministries raises serious questions about church leadership and accountability. Segment 1 • Grace Community Church announces Nathan Busenitz as its new pastor following John MacArthur. • Why Todd believes GCC handled this enormous transition well. • Nathan Busenitz examines capitalism vs. socialism from a biblical worldview. Segment 2 • Is capitalism actually more biblical than socialism? • Why biblical generosity is voluntary rather than compelled by government.How our understanding of human nature changes the capitalism vs. socialism debate. Segment 3 • Todd addresses the latest G3 Ministries controversy—and explains why Wretched waited to discuss it. • Anonymous plagiarism accusations, a bizarre mailing campaign, and the resignation of all four elders at Praise Mill Baptist Church. • When a church is rocked by controversy, how should Christians respond without gossiping or rushing to judgment? Segment 4 • How should churches hold elders accountable without undermining their biblical authority? • Why church members sometimes need to trust elders even when confidentiality prevents them from explaining a decision. • What decisions should require congregational involvement—and could better accountability help prevent future church scandals? ___ 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!

  3. 4d ago

    Mailbag Friday: Respecting a Difficult Spouse + Infant Baptism + Dancing With Someone Else’s Spouse?

    It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • Can a Christian celebrate Indian holidays like Diwali, even if the Hindu religious elements aren't emphasized? — Troy • Why don't you baptize babies? — Anonymous Segment 2 • How can I stop being controlled by other people's opinions and find my identity in Christ? — JD Segment 3 • What should I do if I want to serve more at church but keep getting overlooked? — Anonymous • Is it appropriate to dance with someone who isn't your spouse? — Jana Segment 4 • How do I respect my husband when I feel like there's nothing about him to respect? — Nancy • What is your view of the baptism of the Holy Spirit? — Jeremy ___ 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!

  4. 5d ago

    Is ADHD Being Overdiagnosed? + Pro-Lifers Compared to the KKK?!

    Is ADHD being overdiagnosed? Todd challenges some common assumptions about children, medicine, and education before Todd and Jimmy decide which of several outrageous stories is the most agitating. Segment 1 • Is ADHD really a medical condition—or are we medicating kids who simply don't fit the system? • What if your child isn't broken... but simply learns differently? • Why parents shouldn't let academic performance define their child's potential. Segment 2 • Are we too quick to trust a diagnosis simply because it comes from a medical professional? • Texas Children's Hospital is accused of using false diagnoses to bill Medicaid for gender procedures. • Why viability and a heartbeat aren't the strongest arguments for when human life deserves protection. Segment 3 • Adam Hamilton defends the idea that people can be saved without knowing Jesus—but does his argument work? • A televangelist who declared he'd never go to jail is now behind bars for obstructing the IRS. • His church is still encouraging people to send money to their imprisoned “anointed leader.” Segment 4 • A man confessed to murdering a pastor and asked to be executed—so why is the case still dragging on? • Another Duggar family scandal raises questions about crime, punishment, and accountability. • A restaurant owner kicks out a pro-life group and compares them to the KKK—but does a private business have the right to do that? ___ 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!

  5. 6d ago

    The Dangerous Lie of Thinking You’re a Good Person

    It’s Witness Wednesday! What do you say when someone trusts science instead of God, thinks growing up Christian makes them a Christian, or believes being good will get them to heaven? Segment 1 • Can you believe in science without exercising faith? • How do you reason with someone who believes the universe doesn't need a Designer? • What do you say to someone who simply doesn't care about God or judgment? Segment 2 • Does growing up in a Christian home make you a Christian? • How can someone read the Bible and still miss the gospel? • What do you say to someone who insists he's still “searching” for the truth? Segment 3 • Is being a “good person” enough to get you into heaven? • Can Christians, Muslims, and Jews all be saved? • Why can't a loving God simply forgive everyone? Segment 4 • Can your good works ever make up for your sins? • How do you explain the “great exchange” in a witnessing conversation? • What does it actually mean to stop striving and trust in Christ alone? ___ 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!

  6. Aug 18

    Jen Hatmaker Rejects Hell + Did Kathie Lee Gifford See Jesus? + Massachusetts Expands Late-Term Abortion

    Do your feelings get a vote when God has already spoken? From rejecting hell to claiming personal encounters with Jesus, Todd looks at why even sincere experiences can lead us away from truth—and why Scripture has to remain the final authority. Segment 1 • Why Todd believes leaving mentally ill and addicted people on the streets isn't compassion. • What his trip to Chattanooga revealed about homelessness and human dignity. • Why personal autonomy isn't always the most loving answer. Segment 2 • Jen Hatmaker says abandoning her belief in a literal hell was “the best thing” that ever happened to her. • Should Christians use the fear of hell when sharing the gospel—especially with children? • Why the gospel requires both the reality of judgment and the kindness of God in providing a Savior. Segment 3 • Kathie Lee Gifford says she's experienced Jesus speaking to her and encounters with the demonic. • Why Todd says Christians don't need personal experiences to confirm what Jesus has already revealed in Scripture. • Are Christians treating baptism with the same urgency we see in the book of Acts? Segment 4 • Why older Christian men cannot afford to coast spiritually or assume they're beyond serious sexual sin. • Massachusetts expands access to late-term abortion—and an abortion doctor says he'd perform one simply because a woman changed her mind. • A proposed law would require pornography websites to verify that users are adults. ___ 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!

  7. Aug 17

    Is Christian Nationalism Biblical? + Adam Hamilton’s Universalism

    •Christian nationalism is gaining traction with young Christian men—but is it actually biblical? Todd looks at the history and theology behind the movement, puts the idea of a “Christian prince” to the test, and explains why evangelism should spend more time exalting Christ than playing defense. Segment 1 • Why are so many young Christian men attracted to Christian nationalism? • Does the movement have enough biblical support—or does it rely more heavily on historical theology? • What the bloody history of church-state alliances should teach Christians today. Segment 2 • What happens when the church’s mission gets mixed with the government’s power of the sword? • Could Christian nationalism actually undermine evangelism and misrepresent Jesus? • Why Todd believes pursuing a “Christian nation” can distract the church from making disciples. Segment 3 • If America had a “Christian prince,” who gets to decide what qualifies as Christian? • Todd uses Adam Hamilton’s views on salvation and universalism to expose a major problem with the idea. • Whose theology ultimately determines what a Christian government would enforce? Segment 4 • Why Todd wants evangelism to spend less time defending Christianity and more time exalting Christ. • Out of the Shadows confronts pornography among women without minimizing the sin or piling on shame. • How confession, repentance, and bringing hidden sin into the light lead toward genuine change. ___ 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 Christian Nationalism Biblical? + Adam Hamilton’s Universalism

  8. Aug 14

    Mailbag Friday: Toddler Tantrums + Biblical vs. Christian Counseling + Missed Gospel Opportunities

    It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • Why is antisemitism escalating around the world? — Jonathan • What’s the difference between biblical counseling and Christian counseling? — Anonymous Segment 2 • How should I biblically handle my one-year-old’s temper tantrums? — Alexandra • Is it appropriate to confront my retired dad about how he’s spending his time? — Anonymous Segment 3 • Should we regularly use study Bibles if we have the Holy Spirit to help us understand Scripture? — Rachel • What does it actually mean to be “led by the Spirit”? Segment 4 • My grandfather died unsaved. How should I deal with the guilt of not sharing the gospel with him? — Matt • How long should I have victory over pornography before pursuing a relationship? — Jonathan ___ 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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    Fortis Institute
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
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