Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Someone tells you they’re a Christian. What should you ask next? On this Witness Wednesday, listen in as Todd demonstrates how to move past labels, uncover what people actually believe, and naturally steer conversations toward the gospel.

Segment 1

• Todd meets Francisco, a professing Christian who believes there’s room for other religions.

• How do you challenge religious pluralism without getting lost in an argument?

• Learn how a few simple questions can reveal what someone really believes about Jesus.

Segment 2

• Oren says he’s a Christian and knows he’s going to heaven—but Todd keeps asking questions.

• What should you ask to find out whether someone actually understands the gospel?

• Why you shouldn’t end the conversation just because someone says, “I’m a Christian.”

Segment 3

• Jesse doesn’t believe in God, sees nothing wrong with pornography, and isn’t bothered by the thought of hell.

• What do you say when someone seems completely unmoved by the consequences of sin?

• Watch how digging deeper uncovers something far more personal behind Jesse’s unbelief.

Segment 4

• A psychology student believes people are basically good and morality depends on the situation.

• See how Todd uses everyday questions about lying, stealing, and lust to challenge that worldview.

• Learn how to move naturally from morality to the good news of the gospel.

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A prominent Methodist pastor says the Bible contains hundreds of mistakes, a Texas city erupts over plans for a new mosque, and a politician uses Jesus to promote a gospel of good works.

Segment 1

• Why Christians may be putting too much hope in politics.

• Methodist pastor Adam Hamilton wins the Democratic Senate primary.

• The growing progressive/Islamist political alliance.

Segment 2

• Adam Hamilton claims the Bible contains “hundreds” of mistakes.

• Gabe Hughes puts one of Hamilton’s supposed contradictions to the test.

• James Talarico uses Matthew 25 to promote salvation by good works.

Segment 3

• Why Todd brings 21 pages of notes into the pulpit.

• A proposed Texas mosque sparks a heated city council meeting.

• An Iranian Sharia-law survivor warns Americans about political Islam.

Segment 4

• Is one cup of coffee basically the same as “a little crack”?

• Should pastors get special treatment when they break the law?

• A prominent atheist says he’d rather go to Hell than worship God.

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The Shack 2 is on the way... Todd explains why The Shack has been so influential despite its serious theological errors. Plus, a practical look at church membership, submitting to biblical leadership, and what faithful church life should actually look like.

Segment 1

• Why Todd believes The Shack teaches a different view of God and the gospel.

• Should pastors publicly warn their churches about bestselling Christian books?

• The biggest theological problems hidden behind an emotional story.

Segment 2

• Todd introduces Exalt the King, a new sermon podcast through 1 Peter.

• Why constantly immersing yourself in Scripture changes the way you think.

• Do Christians need modern experts to understand who Jesus really is?

Segment 3

• Should you quietly leave a church without telling your pastor?

• Why serving at church is more than just volunteering.

• What healthy church membership should actually look like.

Segment 4

• What should you do when your pastor doesn't take your advice?

• When should church members submit... and when is it right to speak up?

• How trust between pastors and church members can prevent unnecessary church conflict.

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

Segment 1

• Todd and Jimmy discuss why accepting help from others can be so difficult.

• Rachel: My toddler has become so difficult that I went back to work just to get a break. What should we do?

Segment 2

• Anonymous: I disagreed with your parenting advice. How does Todd respond?

• Adam: How should Christians respond to family members who constantly connect current events to Bible prophecy?

• Should every theological disagreement become a debate?

Segment 3

• Eric: Is it wise for pastors to use a sermon application team?

• Todd explains why faithful preaching must move beyond information to biblical application that transforms the heart.

Segment 4

• Anonymous: Should I apologize to my parents for the sins I committed as a teenager?

New from Fortis

Exalt the King launches Monday, August 10 — Todd Friel's new weekly sermon podcast featuring sermons from Alpharetta Bible Church.

Out of the Shadows with Libby Glosson launches Tuesday, August 18 — a new Fortis resource helping women find biblical freedom from pornography.

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If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

Why are more young Christians returning to traditional church? Todd examines the surprising shift back toward reverence, structure, and hymnals before sharing a practical blueprint for planning a worship service that points people to Christ. Plus, Jason Lisle explains why apologetics often misses the mark, and Todd responds to Bill Maher's warning about the future of American politics.

Segment 1

• Why more churches are bringing hymnals back.

• Young Christians are asking for something many churches have abandoned.

• What makes a worship service feel distinctly Christian?

Segment 2

• Todd walks through an entire Sunday service at Alpharetta Bible Church.

• Why every element of worship should reinforce the sermon.

• A practical model for planning worship with purpose instead of performance.

Segment 3

• Why Jason Lisle says atheists already know God exists.

• The apologetics mistake many Christians make.

• Why only the gospel—not arguments—can change a heart.

Segment 4

• Bill Maher warns that the Democratic Party is embracing communism.

• Why political solutions can never replace spiritual transformation.

• How Christians should respond to a culture moving further from God.

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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!