The Bill Arnold Show

It's hard to forgive others who have hurt us. Dr. Todd Mulliken joins Bill to discuss how we can forgive those who have purposely wronged us. They talk about how we can move forward and forgive how the Lord forgave us, how to make sure we don't let what happened to us define us, and to make sure we are fully forgiving and not harnessing resentment. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There are many types of fear and responses when we encounter it. Dr. Andy Schuttinga joins Bill to discuss irrational fear versus rational fear, how it can impact us in our daily lives, how to examine and take our thoughts captive, and the two go through scripture to show that the peace we can receive when we face our fears comes through Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Halloween is around the corner, and Patrick Albanese joins Bill as the two of them discuss the three different responses when we have the opportunity to share our faith, and why we don't need to be afraid. Later, David Myles joins the show to discuss Matthew 5:43-48 and explains how we can love everyone in midst of the upcoming holiday season. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Faith is always a public decision. Matt Queen Author of "The Gospel Invitation" uses Scripture to exhibit public displays of inviting people to receive Christ. Matt expounds upon why Christians in the modern world should be doing the same, why repentance is distinct for and to everyone, and the different approaches to bringing followers to Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on October 9, 2023

The younger generation is drifting further away from Jesus. Carl Kerby of Reasons for Hope joins Bill to discuss the importance of teaching our kids to stand firm in their faith and how they can give the broken pieces of their lives to the Lord. Later, Greg Headington wraps up his study of Daniel. Greg takes us through Daniel 10-11 and explains the need to live by faith and not by feelings, and how to fight against Satan through prayer. 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 the covenant of marriage and how to honor God at your wedding, the importance of sincerity when making the commitment to walk with the Lord, and how to courageously start conversations with strangers. 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 the worshipping of idols and how to make sure we keep God on the throne of our lives, why baptism by water doesn't assure salvation but the answer comes through the blood of Christ, and answer if we are still bound to the law of the Old Testament. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests will be teaching on red letter passages about which they are passionate. Bill welcomes back Pastor Pat Nemmers to continue our study of the three parables found in Luke 15, sharing how our joy increases as we begin to know the Lord more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Alex McFarland joins Bill to discuss the current persecution in Israel, the history behind it, and how we should respond to this as Christians. Dr. O.S. Hawkins then joins to discuss his book "The Connection Code: Relationship Advice from Philemon ". He discusses with Bill what we can learn from the book of Philemon, the power of affirmation, and how God made us to connect with each other. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

The believers in Thessalonica were under so much persecution they thought they were in end-times. In Paul's letters to the Thessalonians, he encourages them to pursue their relationship with Christ even in the midst of great suffering and clarifies the rapture. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who spends time in 1 Thessalonians 5:14-24 and explains how to abide in Christ in preparation for the Lord's return. He also uses other Scriptures to emphasize our assurance of salvation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Susie Larson, author and host of Susie Larson Live joins Bill to discuss her book "Closer Than Your Next Breath". The two discuss how our entitlement can keep us from seeing God for who he is and explain how it creates a barrier in our relationship with him. They then ask listeners to share what they love most about God, Susie discusses how we can revive our Spiritual lives, and the two of them spend time together praying. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

It is considered by many to be the greatest Biblical discovery of modern times. Professor Michael Wise joins the show to discuss the Dead Sea Scrolls. He explains what the Dead Sea Scrolls are, how their discovery shows the Bible has been passed down carefully and we can be confident in the scriptures, and shares what they say about the Messiah. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Patrick Albanese joins Bill and uses some humorous stories to illustrate how God gets our attention with the inconveniences in our life, sharing how we can turn lemons into lemonade. David Myles then discusses how we can stay encouraged even when it seems like God has forsaken us and shares how to always trust in the Lord. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

It's often not easy to do, but believers are called to ignore the enemy's voice in the midst of trials and instead choose to believe in who God says we are. Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Bill once again, today to talk about always starting with ourselves when there's conflict, believing that God is always transforming us when we're consistently seeking His face, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally aired on August 22, 2023

Sexual holiness is a non-negotiable for disciples of Jesus. Hillary Morgan Ferrer joins Bill to discuss her book "Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality". She explains how the misuse of God's intent for sex has broken our society, how the enemy is tricking our children with lies, and how sexual purity sets us apart as Christians, and what we do with our bodies matters. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Pastor Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They answer if unbelievers live for eternity in Hell or if they are destroyed forever, if having doubts about your salvation means you aren't saved, if you can lose your salvation, and explain how we can fully trust the Bible when it's been transcribed hundreds of times. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Pastor Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. This time, they have a conversation on the second coming and how their will be a literal return of Christ, use scripture to discuss how much power Satan has over us, and explain that even when we put on the Armor of God, we still face evil. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

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, Matt Frey, and Thom Berkowitz, who discuss if you can become a Christian while remaining a Jew, give their thoughts on if a Gentile can transform into Judaism, and have a conversation on Romans 11. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In this series, author David Wheaton and Bill examine the importance of understanding the Word of God for a deep and authentic Biblical Christian Worldview. Today they discuss how we can become more like Christ, and how resistance strengthens our Christian worldview. Pastor Brent Kuhlman joins Bill to breakdown Luke 18:1-8 and the lessons we can learn from it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Trauma comes from many different experiences and leaves a lasting impact that can create anxiety, depression, and shame. Dr. Gregory Jantz joins Bill to discuss his book "Triumph over Trauma" and outlines how to identify where trauma comes from, gives a couple of his truths for overcoming trauma, and explains the process of post traumatic growth. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Everyone has gone through traumatic experiences and dealing with emotional pain is difficult. Counselor Jody Goldie of Midwest Center for Trauma and Emotional Healing joins Bill to discuss how all our emotions can be good, how to get rid of trauma without an emotional connection to it, and why the Holy Spirit is our best source for getting over our emotional scaring. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In Acts 17:16-31, Paul is connecting to those who have never heard of Christ by meeting them in the place they're currently in. Dr. Tim Walsh from Northstar Regional Treatment and Recovery joins the show to share how we can take the same approach, and why it's important to first spiritually connect with non-believers, before sharing the Gospel. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Patrick Albanese is with Bill once again and the two of them use Mark 8:22 to explain why it's okay to receive help, and why we should be looking to help others who are in need. Later, David Myles sits down to discuss sibling rivalries, using James 3-4 to share how jealousy, anger, and our words can hurt the ones we love. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Bill is joined by the founder of Together for Israel Scott Volk. Together the two of them discuss the important role of Israel for our salvation, why Scott believes Jesus is the Messiah as a Messianic Jew, and why we can't call ourselves followers of Christ without carrying God's heart for Israel. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally aired on October 3, 2o23

Mitch Glaser President of Chosen People Ministries joins Bill to give an update on the current state of Israel. He discusses what's happening spiritually, the timing of the events, and how we can be praying. Later, Greg Headington continues in his study of Daniel. Greg takes us through Daniel 9 and explains why we must confess our sins in prayer, and how to look at our current problems Scripturally. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Pastor Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss how we as Christians can use Halloween as an opportunity, explain why we need to use prayer in a public setting, cover Ecclesiastes 3:18-20, and John 21:10-21, and discuss women's leadership roles in the Church. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Pastor Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. In light of the events taking place in Israel, they start by discussing Zionism and why God's promise to the Jewish nation still stands today. Later, they breakdown Luke 17:11-19, 1 John 5:19, and answer if there are apostles and prophets in today's world. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests will be teaching on red letter passages about which they are passionate. Today, Bill welcomes former Professor Mark Muska back on the show to talk about Matthew 6-7. They look at several different passages and discuss the proper motivation for prayer, if God changes his mind when we pray, and why we can have confidence in our prayers because of who we are in Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace joins Bill to discuss how we can make the best case for God's existence. Together, they discuss objective truths and the importance of sharing the Gospel when making a case for Christianity, why the fine tuning of the universe isn't by chance or an accident, and why whatever we are passionate about in this life is exposed through whatever we are willing to make a case for. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

The believers in Thessalonica were under so much persecution they thought they were in end-times. In Paul's letters to the Thessalonians, he encourages them to pursue their relationship with Christ even in the midst of great suffering and clarifies the rapture. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who breaks down 1 Thessalonians 5:1-13 and its depiction of the end times. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Clear communication can be and still is of great value. Dr. Marcus Bachmann joins Bill to share why we struggle communicating, how understanding others makes us better at it, and explains how we diminish God's intention for our lives when we aren't direct with one another. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Faith is always a public decision. Matt Queen Author of "The Gospel Invitation" uses Scripture to exhibit public displays of inviting people to receive Christ. Matt expounds upon why Christians in the modern world should be doing the same, why repentance is distinct for and to everyone, and the different approaches to bringing followers to Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Patrick Albanese joins the show and takes his best shot at Christopher Columbus trivia as Bill quizzes him in honor of Columbus Day. David Myles then has a meaningful conversation with Bill about the importance of mentorship. The two discuss how there is no better day than the present to build relationships, and how God can use all of us in vast ways to impact lives. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Those who are authentic disciples of Jesus possess beautiful virtues unique to them. Bill and author and apologist J. Warner Wallace talk about why differing views should not disqualify people's perceptions of the Bible, why observations are more important than interpretations, when we're describing the person of Jesus, and how to decipher the truth of the Gospel. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally aired on September 13, 2023

There's an intersection where the depression we experience in life meets the armor of God. Jenita Pace and her brother Karl, current Captain in the Marines, join Bill to share about knowing your enemy and recognizing what the Word of God means, more than just what it says. They talk about re-fortifying our faith every single day, why we don't have to "earn God," 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, and Pastor Tom Parrish, join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. In front of a live audience in Madison, Wisconsin they go through the Scriptures and discuss if prayers are hindered when we are in a state of sin, why you don't need an exact date when you gained your salvation, and the importance of humility within power. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, and Pastor Tom Parrish, join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. In front of a live audience in Madison, Wisconsin they speak on how we are ambassadors for the gospel, that it's our responsibility to infect people with the Love of Christ and debate the assurance of salvation. Faith Radio podcasts are possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We have a new hour called "at least two Jews and a Gentile", 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, Matt Frey, and Thom Berkowitz, who introduce themselves, review Jewish history, and discuss Romans 9:1-6. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Alex McFarland is back and shares why we are called to have faith that God loves, even when it seems like he doesn't hear our prayers. Later, Author Alex Early joins Bill to discuss his book "Thinking About God". Alex explains how parents can be confident answering their children's theological questions, and why your child must own their faith. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Arguments happen, and how we respond and move forward is vital for our relationships. Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Bill to discuss why we need to be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger, why playing "Tag" can never result in resolution, and other helpful tips to remember during our arguments. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Bill is joined by the founder of Together for Israel Scott Volk. Together the two of them discuss the important role of Israel for our salvation, why Scott believes Jesus is the Messiah as a Messianic Jew, and why we can't call ourselves followers of Christ without carrying God's heart for Israel. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

The strongest force against the belief in God is atheism. Bill is joined by Ken Samples as the two of them discuss an article from an atheist philosopher. They take a look at the strongest atheistic argument, the Christian doctrine of original sin, and why the creation of the world is the greatest proof for God's existence. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Patrick Albanese is back, and he sits down with Bill as they discuss gratitude, selflessness, and give a special thanks to all who participated in the 2023 Faith Radio Fall Fundraiser. Next David Myles joins the program to discuss the critical nature of the heart, and why feasting on God's word helps guard against evil. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Melissa Ohden, founder of the Abortion Survivors Network, shares about the work of the organization and her story of being a survivor of abortion. She talks with Bill about the work of amplifying survivors to allow them to share their story, the lifelong pursuit of finding her birth mom, why circumstances are temporary, and abortion is permanent. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on September 13, 2023

Did the universe have a creator? Spike Psarris of Creation Astronomy tackles this question and shares his story of turning from an Atheist Evolutionist, to now a Christian Creationist. Ray Comfort, author of "So Many Lions, So Few Daniels," talks about how ordinary people will respond to the Truth of the Gospel when it's shared with them. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally aired on August 25, 2023

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Trevor Rubenstein, and Matt Frey join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today, they discuss the deeper meaning behind what we read in John 3:16, allowing God to make the distinction between what is good versus evil, how we understand Jesus learning obedience, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on August 31, 2023

Stephen Mansfield, author of "Lincoln's Battle with God: A President's Struggle with Faith and What It Meant for America," joins Bill to share about the evidence for Lincoln being so encouraged by prayer, how he was being pursued by the hound of heaven at the lowest times of his life, his powerful final words to his wife before being killed, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally aired on August 15, 2023

Carmen LaBerge, host of Mornings with Carmen, joins Bill to talk about the need to remind ourselves who we are in Christ, to fight back against spiritual warfare. They talk about how the enemy wants us to focus on delay instead of God's perfect timing that requires our patience, the calling to value the sanctity of life to its final stages as Christ followers, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on August 8, 2023

Gregory Koukl, president of Stand to Reason and author of "Street Smarts," shares how Christians can be effective in the shallow end of the pool, making a difference without taking huge risks. He talks about the difference between a harvest approach versus a gardening approach when it comes to evangelism, describing our Savior as a rescuer, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on July 31, 2023

Often we don't engage with God through our afflictions in life. How does He react when we choose to take matters into our own hands, instead of seeking His will in our situation? Rebecca Rhee joins Bill once again to talk about what the process of Godly discernment looks like, the danger of halfhearted prayer and why our activity doesn't compare to His flawless work. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally aired on September 6, 2023