The Bill Arnold Show

All good seasons come to an end, but as Christians we know our greatest hope is one day joining the Lord in paradise. Scott Hubbard joins Bill to discuss his article "When This Season Ends" as he talks through enjoying each season of life while we have it and trusting in God. Later Bob Solheim, co-founder and president of NC Little Hospice shares the incredible story of God leading him into the field of end-of-life care. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally took place on April 16, 2024

Today we start a new series as pastor and author Jarrett Stephens joins Bill to talk about one verse, for one hour. Together they study Romans 8:1 explaining that all sins are forgiving and that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on July 17, 2024

There are many things that give us purpose every single day. Bill welcomes back Dr. Andy Schuttinga to discuss the importance of having a "why", ways to create self-value, and to remind us that our ultimate purpose is to glorify God in all we say and do. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

There is still much to learn from the life and views of Blaise Pascal. Author and apologetic specialist Dr. Doug Groothuis joins the show to share from his book "Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal" as he takes us through the life of Pascal and makes a clear case for the existence of God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Roughly 1 in 5 women and 1 in 20 men have faced some kind of sexual abuse in their lifetime. Dr. Marcus Bachmann joins the show for a sobering conversation on sexual abuse. He shares how the church should respond, the warning signs parents should be looking for to protect their children, the path to healing for the victims, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is plenty to learn from the story of Esther. Professor David T. Lamb joins the show for a comprehensive study on the book, as he walks through the different characters, background of the story, where God's presence can be found, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Human beings were made for God, but sadly sin has cut us off from our Creator. Philosopher Ken Samples joins Bill to discuss his article "The Insatiable Search for Peace and Rest". He discusses the different things people ground their identity in, explains that our true identity in God can never be taken away from us, covers what it means to be redeemed in Christ, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on July 1, 2024

Dr. Kerry Johnson from Johnson Spinal Care joins Bill to talk about the very unique way that God made our bodies to function well. He shares about the adjustments the rest of our body will try to make when our upper neck is not aligned correctly, the importance of our brain being 100% healthy so it can be connected to all the cells in our body, 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. The spend the hour by discussing the non-negotiables of Christianity, such as Jesus being God in the flesh, the inerrant truth of the Bible, that there is only one way to salvation, and more. They also briefly share some parts of the faith that are negotiable. 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 we can resist temptation throughout our lives, study Ephesians 2:8-10 and the idea that we are all created for good works, look at 2 Corinthians 5:17 and what it means to be a new creation in Christ, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In the first three chapters of Revelation, John is given a message of instruction from God on how to strengthen the local churches prior to Christ's return. Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries joins Bill to apply the same message to seven distinct types of marriages so that they are strengthened through Christ as we continue towards the final days. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Today we start a new series as pastor and author Jarrett Stephens joins Bill to talk about one verse, for one hour. Together they study Romans 8:1 explaining that all sins are forgiving and that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In Paul's letters in 1 and 2 Timothy, he warns against false teachers, discusses the role of the church, explains how to stay firm in Christ as we approach the final days, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who shares from 1 Timothy 4:12-5:21 as he explains how we are all called to be theologians, protect our doctrines, devote ourselves to reading scripture, take care of one another, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now.

Do scriptures indicate that there will be rewards in heaven? If so, how are they attained? What about degrees of punishment in Hell, Is that Biblical? And if so, how are the punishments doled out? Dr. Greg Bourgond joins Bill to study God's word, answer these questions, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

We open up "Ask the Professor," as former Professor Mark Muska from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul joins Bill once again. They discuss Romans 12:1 and what it means to live for Christ, explain that it's God who opens the heart of nonbelievers and not us, review John 16:8, give advice for those who are spiritually exhausted, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There are many lessons to learn from the story of Daniel. Pastor David Myles joins Bill to discuss Daniel 4:34-37, 5:17-21, and 6:25-28, as he shares the truth of God's everlasting dominion, that the Kingdom of God endures from generation to generation, and how it's a discipleship call to trust in the one who is trustworthy regardless of the circumstances in our world. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In Paul's letters in 1 and 2 Timothy, he warns against false teachers, discusses the role of the church, explains how to stay firm in Christ as we approach the final days, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who shares from 1 Timothy 2:8-3:16, unpacking what it looks like to submit to God as a Christian, what Paul has to say about women's role in the Church, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now. This conversation originally took place on June 18, 2024

After the resurrection of Jesus, the early church was formed. Who were the leaders of this movement? Dr. Michael Wise joins the show to teach a history lesson on the early church, the early life of Jesus, the roles played by his brothers, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on July 1, 2024

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 talk about the difference between confessing vs professing when it comes to a relationship with Jesus, the significance of communion, how to interpret God answering prayers, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 20, 2024

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 about the ultimate goal for Christians to become more like Jesus, confessing sins, how Jesus constantly pointed people to the wonderful mystery of understanding God, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 20, 2024

Our hour of "at least two Jews and a Gentile" is back, where one Gentile and at least two Messianic Jews give their perspective about Jewish traditions and faith. Bill is joined by Trevor Rubenstein, Pastor Aaron Braaten, and Thom Berkowitz, who discuss why everyone should be involved in Jewish ministry, and explain why it's at the heart of the Gospel. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is a growing epidemic of mental health problems in our world today. Dr. Tim Walsh from Northstar Regional Treatment and Recovery joins Bill to share why our Christian worldview is helpful when it comes to mental health. Together they discuss the benefits of when we trust in God, look at Scriptures we can lean on, and go through a series of crucial worldview questions and how our perspective of them can affect our mental health. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here This conversation originally took place on April 3, 2024

The enemy is like a roaring lion waiting for us to stumble and therefore we must be on guard at all times. Hebrew scholar Rebecca Rhee joins Bill for a conversation on 1 Samuel 15. Looking at the life of King Saul, she explains how we can avoid wrong turns as Christians through surrounding ourselves with encouraging voices, not blaming others or justifying our actions, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 25, 2024

How do we access the power that Jesus left behind for us? Pastor Randy Frazee joins the show to share from Ephesians 1:19-20 as he explains how to live an empowered life and receive the inheritance that has been offered to us. Later, Carl Kerby of Reasons for Hope has a sobering conversation with Bill on the reality of what hell is and why we need to help people see the truth. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 5, 2024

When was the last time you had a real and meaningful conversation? Differences have always been part of life, but it seems things are getting worse. Dr. Tim Muehlhoff joins the show to share from his book "End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations" as he explains how to disagree without severing relationships, keep unity in the body of Christ in all we do, and speak the truth with love to those around us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 24, 2024

As Christ followers how do we manage stress so that it doesn't control us? Dr. Todd Mulliken joins the show to talk about the importance of sleep optimization, exercising well, maintaining healthy relationships, developing a prayer routine, trusting in the Lord with our problems, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 25, 2024

How can we overcome our insecurities if we've been repeating the same thoughts in our heads over and over again? Bill welcomes back Dr. Andy Schuttinga who shares helpful information on how to trust God and not fear or be anxious in our darkest moments. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here This conversation originally took place on June 10, 2024

How do you effectively share Jesus with others? It's a big and important question. Trevor Rubenstein of Chosen People Ministries joins Bill to talk about getting past insecurities in order to simply share the Gospel, how to explain the peace Jesus gives to not-yet believers, why better decisions will be made with the more of Jesus you have, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 21, 2024

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 study Acts 18:24-26, discuss how our identity and worth is found in Christ alone and nothing else, when or if you need to be baptized, offer up advice to anyone feeling spiritually exhausted, discuss how to break out of the same sin, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 6, 2024

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 1 John 5:16-17 and the sin that leads to death, Ephesians 5:22-26 and how it's taken out of context, if Judas could've repented after betraying Christ, leaving and cleaving to your spouse, Israel in the end times, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 6, 2024

There is another way, blaming and judging those closest to us is not the only option. Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Bill to talk about why every part about being a mature Christian centers around relationships, making corrections through our moments of pain, why our true intentions matter, choosing to love over whatever emotion is attempting to overcome us, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 17, 2024

We open up "Ask the Professor," as former Professor Mark Muska from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul joins Bill once again. They begin by sharing the importance of reconciliation, study Acts 17:30, discuss how the bad things in our lives can always be used by God, if Adam and Eve knew what evil was, review Revelation 21:8, how to know if you've been born again, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 11, 2024

There are plenty of reasons we find ourselves alone, but also many things we can do in these moments that will help. Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries joins Bill to share the importance of maintaining loving relationships, keeping your daily focus on advancing the Gospel, and remembering that God still has important work to complete through you even at your loneliest points. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 10, 2024

In Paul's letters in 1 and 2 Timothy, he warns against false teachers, discusses the role of the church, explains how to stay firm in Christ as we approach the final days, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who shares from 1 Timothy 2:9-15 as he gives more context into these challenging verses. He then dives into 1 Timothy 4:1-11 and shares the importance of ignoring false teachings and believing in what Christ says. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now.

Human beings were made for God, but sadly sin has cut us off from our Creator. Philosopher Ken Samples joins Bill to discuss his article "The Insatiable Search for Peace and Rest". He discusses the different things people ground their identity in, explains that our true identity in God can never be taken away from us, covers what it means to be redeemed in Christ, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

After the resurrection of Jesus, the early church was formed. Who were the leaders of this movement? Dr. Michael Wise joins the show to teach a history lesson on the early church, the early life of Jesus, the roles played by his brothers, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Is everything you've heard about climate change true? How should we be viewing it as Christians? Bill is joined by Dr. Cal Beisner of the Cornwall Alliance who discusses his book "Climate and Energy". He explains the truths of climate change, why more CO2 in the air is a good thing, and shares the reality that if you fear God, you have nothing else to fear. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 7, 2024

Our hour of "at least two Jews and a Gentile" is back, where one Gentile and at least two Messianic Jews give their perspective about Jewish traditions and faith. Bill is joined by Trevor Rubenstein, Pastor Aaron Braaten, and Thom Berkowitz, who discuss the ascension of Jesus, the hope we have in Christ, spend time interpreting Colossians 2:8, Colossians 4:6, 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. In front of a live audience from The University of Northwestern St. Paul they discuss why we have so many interpretations of the Bible and how to understand them, share why people seem to not appreciate the wrath of God, explain what a Christian worldview is, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are 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. In front of a live audience from The University of Northwestern St. Paul they discuss if once saved means you're always saved, why evil is so prevalent in our society, the relationship between faith and works based off of James 2:14-26, study Mark 6:5, Ephesians 1:14, address how to speak the truth with love, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God has forgiven us of our sins and therefore we are called to do the same with one another. Steve Diehl co-founder of Forgiveness Ministries joins the show to discuss the six basic principles of personal forgiveness and shares how applying them to our life changes everything. Later Dr. Robert Jeffress discusses his book "When Forgiveness Doesn't Make Sense" as he covers what a Biblical understanding of forgiveness is. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In the space of a hundred days, a million Tutsi in Rwanda were slaughtered by their Hutu neighbors. Denise Uwimana author of "From Red Earth" was fortunate enough to escape by the grace of God and her journey to forgiveness for what was done to her family is astonishing. Denise joins the show to explain how she replaced the thoughts of revenge with a forgiveness mindset, and details how the events all those years ago have opened doors never imaginable. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The enemy is like a roaring lion waiting for us to stumble and therefore we must be on guard at all times. Hebrew scholar Rebecca Rhee joins Bill for a conversation on 1 Samuel 15. Looking at the life of King Saul, she explains how we can avoid wrong turns as Christians through surrounding ourselves with encouraging voices, not blaming others or justifying our actions, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As Christ followers how do we manage stress so that it doesn't control us? Dr. Todd Mulliken joins the show to talk about the importance of sleep optimization, exercising well, maintaining healthy relationships, developing a prayer routine, trusting in the Lord with our problems, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When God manifests his presence to believers in Christ, revival happens. Author Steve Gaines joins the program to share from his book "Revival: When God Comes to Church" as he describes how to experience true revival like we see in the book of Acts. Later, Ukrainian Pastor and speaker Igor Bandura joins Bill to discuss the depths of persecution in Ukraine and shares how we can pray and help those in harm's way. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When was the last time you had a real and meaningful conversation? Differences have always been part of life, but it seems things are getting worse. Dr. Tim Muehlhoff joins the show to share from his book "End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations" as he explains how to disagree without severing relationships, keep unity in the body of Christ in all we do, and speak the truth with love to those around us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

A Biblical vision of honor for the body of Christ is vital for a healthy Christian life. Pastor Adam Ramsey joins the program to discuss his upcoming book "Honor" as he shares how a mindset to serve rather than be served is not only honoring to God, but to those around us as well. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How do you effectively share Jesus with others? It's a big and important question. Trevor Rubenstein of Chosen People Ministries joins Bill to talk about getting past insecurities in order to simply share the Gospel, how to explain the peace Jesus gives to not-yet believers, why better decisions will be made with the more of Jesus you have, 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 talk about the difference between confessing vs professing when it comes to a relationship with Jesus, the significance of communion, how to interpret God answering prayers, 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 share about the ultimate goal for Christians to become more like Jesus, confessing sins, how Jesus constantly pointed people to the wonderful mystery of understanding God, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here