The Bill Arnold Show

One of the most effective ways to stand firm in your beliefs is to master the art of ciritical thinking. Bill welcomes author Juan Valdes to share from his newly revised book "How to Think: A Crash Course in Critical Thinking". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 26, 2025

Sometimes life is great, other times it can seem extremely bleak. Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Bill to share from scripture and personal experience that God is always present, the importance of making sure we focus on the good, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 18, 2025

There are many difficult topics and conversations being had in our world today, should we be participating in them? Pastor Mike Novotny joins Bill to discuss this and more from his book "Taboo: Topics Christians Should Be Talking About But Don't". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss the Romans Road to Salvation, if God allows bad things to happen to us, how to recognize the voice of God, if we should support politcal leaders we don't agree with, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing James 4:13-16, examine 1 Corinthians 1:18, review Matthew 24:36, have a conversation on prayer, what it means to be a soldier for Christ, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We open up "Ask the Professor," as former Professor Mark Muska from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul joins Bill once again. Today they spend significant time interpreting scriptures such as Matthew 22:14, Titus 2:11, Proverbs 3:5-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:14, and many more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

If we refuse to repent the Bible says we will perish. Dr. Alex McFarland joins Bill to talk about Ash Wednesday, Lent, repenting and beleiving in the gospel, and more. Pastor Brent Kuhlman then shares from Luke 9:28-36 as he discusses how the transfiguration of Jesus is proof that he is the son of God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What was it like when churches first gathered together? Scholar Tom Wadsworth joins the show once again to discuss the gatherings of the early church, as well as if how we worship today aligns with the Bible, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Discipleship is not merely about transferring information or doctrine; it is about shaping lives to reflect the character of Jesus. Dr. Greg Bourgond joins Bill to share how we can all become a better apprentice of Jesus and raise up more disciples in the next generation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

As Christians, Christ has called us to live in a way that sets us apart. Philosopher Ken Samples joins Bill to discuss how a strong work ethic, handling truth correctly, and treating people with respect attracts people to ask about our faith, as he shares from his article "3 Qualities that Draw People to Ask about Our Faith". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Can we know God's will for us? Pastor Jarrett Stephens joins the show to study the scriptures and answer this important question. Today they look at Ephesians 5:17, 1 John 2:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Hebrews 13:20-21, Matthew 22:37, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Hebrews 11:6, and many more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

It seems the world is drifting and wandering further away from God. Daniel Henderson, President of Strategic Renewal joins the show to share from his newest book "Never Shaken: Finding your Footing When the World is Sliding Away" as he discusses what we can learn from studying Psalm 15, shares healthy tips for our prayer life, and more. For more information on the Resilience Conference: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 10, 2025

Christ has countless qualities that make him a wonderful Savior. Pastor Eric Davis joins Bill to discuss some of the attributes that the Lord boasts found in Romans 11:34-35, and the humble response we should have as Christians. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share the best place to start if you're reading the Bible for the first time, discuss if the Garden of Eden is still somewhere on earth, if you can accept Jesus on your death bed and be saved, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing the trust we can have in God, study 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, explain the importance of reading the Bible in the correct context, what true worship is meant to be, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Why did God choose the Jewish people? And why is Israel under constant persecution and attack? Bill is joined by Jewish friend Thom Berkowitz who explains where antisemitism originated, the Church's role to now help a battered Jewish community, how Satan continues to attack God's plan of redemption, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

One of the most effective ways to stand firm in your beliefs is to master the art of ciritical thinking. Bill welcomes author Juan Valdes to share from his newly revised book "How to Think: A Crash Course in Critical Thinking". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In Paul's letter to Titus, he emphasizes truth and godliness, that good deeds are an important part of Christian living, our responsibility as Christians, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study, sharing this time from Titus 2:12-15. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

There are many benefits to Artificial Intelligence (AI), however, there are also many dangers that come with it. Abdu Murray, President of Embrace the Truth joins the show to share from a Biblical perspective how we should treat AI, and what we can expect in the years to come. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Who were the different Jewish groups that followed Jesus around? And why is it important? Pastor Matt Frey joins Bill to answer these questions, give us a history lesson on Judaism, the different belief systems, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is a glorious day coming, and we are called to press on through our conflicts until it does. Pastor Brent McDougal joins the show to share from James 5:7-20 as he discusses patience in suffering and the power of faithful prayer. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When was the last time you thought or engaged in a loving and meaningful conversation with someone? Heather Holleman, author of "The Six Conversations: Pathways to Connecting in an Age of Isolation and Incivility" joins Bill to share how we can better deepen relationships with others. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click Here *This conversation originally took place on February 4, 2025

Author and researcher George Barna shares what the statistics are saying about Christianity, and explains that the Church will need to grow through the younger generation. Later, Bill welcomes George Fraser, Ryan Mitchell, and his producer Wyatt to discuss a variety of topics in the sports world that relate to our faith. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by discussing the presence of God in our lives, study Revelation 7:1-3, have a conversation about the end times, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss how to perservere through the attacks of Satan, the balance between personal choices and God's will for our lives, share that everyone has an influence for Christ, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What are the common theological questions the younger generation is asking? And how does it shape their worldview? Dr. Erik Thoennes joins Bill to talk about the character of God, humanity, the sin in the world, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Discipleship is a calling for every believer. John Stewart of Lamplighters International joins the show to continue this series with Bill as they examine what discipleship is all about, the different training their organization offers so we can be properly equipped, and more. To learn more about the training Lamplighters offers: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Trust is something that needs to be given and earned. Author David Horsager joins the show to talk about trust from a biblical perspective sharing from his new book "Trust Matters More Than Ever". Pastor Jonathan Bourman then joins to provide clarity into judging others found in Luke 6:37-42. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Sometimes life is great, other times it can seem extremely bleak. Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Bill to share from scripture and personal experience that God is always present, the importance of making sure we focus on the good, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

To overcome the cultural changes we are seeing in the world, friendship is needed to share the gospel. Dr. Don Bierle joins the show to share some myths and truths when it comes to sharing our faith, and discusses how we can apply them to our interactions. For a compilation of Don Bierle's teachings go to Faithsearchlearning.org Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

As believers we sometimes feel we are inadequate to share our faith with others. Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Wyatt to equip us all in the ability to share our faith, as he centers the conversation around Romans 6:23 and shares what the term F.O.R.M.-S.I.G.N. means. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There are several resources and many ways we can take studying the Bible to the next level. Dr. Rob Plummer from Daily Dose of Greek joins Bill to share how the Greek language can enhance our experience reading scripture. For some of Dr. Rob Plummer's free resources: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 24, 2025

Have you ever stumbled across a passage in scripture and thought "Why is this in the Bible"? Dr. Eric Bargerhuff author of "Why is THAT in the Bible?" and many other great books, joins Bill to discuss some of the most mysterious verses in scripture. For more of Dr. Bargerhuff's books: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share the best ways to approach family members who have not committed to Christ, study The Parable of the Shrewd Manager found in Luke 16:1-15, discuss if Christianity is growing or declining, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Together they study 1 John 3:8, discuss how we can live out Ephesians 5:16-17, each give their thoughts on baptism, how to know if the Holy Spirit is within you, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How do we effectively stay firm in our faith? Dr. Alex McFarland joins the show to share helpful tips from his newest book "Core Truths For An Unshakeable Faith". Then, Scott Todd, president and CEO of OneChild, shares why sponsoring a child changes their life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is a difference between choosing comfort or clinging to God. Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace joins Bill to discuss the value of patience. They also spend time talking about his upcoming Graphic Novel written with his son "Case Files: Murder and Meaning", and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

In Paul's letter to Titus, he emphasizes truth and godliness, that good deeds are an important part of Christian living, our responsibility as Christians, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who shares from Titus 2:11 explaining that sound doctrine will lead to sound living, that God offers salvation to all, why we preach the gospel, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

There is no quick fix to forgiveness, it takes time. Bible teacher Beverly Coniaris joins the show to share the story of Joseph and the four different stages he endured, explaining how he prospered through hurt, trusted in the Lord at all times, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Often we find it difficult to pray, and think we have to have all the right words to say. But did you know the Holy Spirit actually desires to assist us in our prayer life? Dr. O.S. Hawkins joins the show to share this truth and more from his book "The Spirit Code: 40 Truths About the Holy Spirit Every Believer Should Know". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

It seems the world is drifting and wandering further away from God. Daniel Henderson, President of Strategic Renewal joins the show to share from his newest book "Never Shaken: Finding your Footing When the World is Sliding Away" as he discusses what we can learn from studying Psalm 15, shares healthy tips for our prayer life, and more. For more information on the Resilience Conference: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How do we receive unshakeable joy in all circumstances? Bill welcomes Pastor Andy Davis who shares from his article "The Secret of Christian Contentment" as he covers the verses found in Philippians 4:10-13 and shares how they serve as a reminder to always be thankful. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 15, 2025

There are an incredible amount of references in the Bible to God being our shepherd and us being sheep. Carmen LaBerge, host of The Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge, joins Bill to discuss the significance of this theme. The two also take time to discuss a variety of other questions about the scriptures. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share how we can help people who are following false teachings, study Luke 16:23-31, discuss how to recognize spiritual warfare, explain how we die to ourselves, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on January 9, 2025

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill in front of a live studio audience from the University of Northwestern St. Paul to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by studying Titus 2:11, Hebrews 12:6-7, discuss what the first original sin was, when to pray outloud or internally, and more. To watch the Live hour of the show: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When sin approaches our doorstep, we all have a choice to make, and unfortunately sometimes we stumble. But no matter how far astray we end up, God can always pull us back. Melissa Grant joins to share her battle of overcoming sin and God transforming her into her beautiful new life today. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There are actually many spiritual things we can learn from dogs. Author and apologetic specialist Dr. Doug Groothuis joins Bill once again to share from a recent article he wrote "Of God and Dogs, With Constant Reference to Sunny" as he explains what he's learned about spirituality from his own dog. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We grow as believers when we are faced with challenges and discomfort. CEO of Trail Life USA Mark Hancock joins the show to share how he's working with the future generation. Bill then welcomes back Richard Bahr who talks about how we can serve those around us and love those within our proximity. To sign up and receive a blessing bag to hand out to someone: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When was the last time you thought or engaged in a loving and meaningful conversation with someone? Heather Holleman, author of "The Six Conversations: Pathways to Connecting in an Age of Isolation and Incivility" joins Bill to share how we can better deepen relationships with others. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click Here

When tragedy strikes, it's an opportunity to come alongside those affected and show God's love. Philosopher Ken Samples sits down with Bill in the wake of the LA wildfires to share the rise of community efforts to help those in need. They also take some time to discuss his article "5 Important Philosophical-Apologetics Terms in the New Testament". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here