Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

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?

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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?

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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

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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?

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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?

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