The Bill Arnold Show

If we truly love Jesus, we will do the things God has commanded us to do and be left in awe and wonder. Pastor Brent McDougal joins the show to teach about what it means to live a resurrected life in the power of Jesus' resurrection. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Are you ever tempted to doubt God's goodness when you face suffering? Philosopher Ken Samples joins Bill to share from his article "Is God Good All the Time?" as he examines how we can be encouraged by how others uphold the name of God during hardships, respond to our own challenges, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Suffering is inevitable and something we must accept. Dr. Marcus Bachmann joins Bill as they discuss why God created a world where suffering exists, the importance of sitting before God and being honest about our hurt, and hear from listeners who have experienced pain and suffering and found God through it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As Christians, we celebrate Resurrection Sunday, but do we really think about it as much as we should be? Bill welcomes Pastor Brent Kuhlman who takes this time to share from Mark 16:1-8 and the lessons we learn from the resurrection. Next author Randy Frazee joins the show to share from his new upcoming book set to release in May "The Joy Challenge" as he explains how to not let our circumstances rob us of our joy. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Often, we look for rest in things that cannot provide it, but the Bible is full of Scriptures that speak of where we can find true peace. Bill is joined by friend Thom Berkowitz as they discuss these scriptures, explain that God's peace lacks nothing, share how to wrestle and go through the struggle of pursuing peace, 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 answer why God doesn't heal everyone, Look at Psalms 56:4-5, discuss why spiritual warfare has become such a hot topic, have conversations around Ephesians 5:22 and Matthew 24:15, share their favorite Proverbs, 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 take a look at Colossians 3:17 and explain how we can make sure everything we do is for the glory of God, discuss the best way to address sin we may not realize we have, share the need for true repentance, take a look at Acts 2:38, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We all have intrusive thoughts that creep into our minds. Dr. Andy Schuttinga joins the show to give advice on how we can handle these thoughts well. He explains what causes our minds to work this way, the difference between taking a thought captive and getting rid of it completely, and shares if any of these thoughts are worth examining deeper. 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

We are called to be bold for Christ. Chairman and CEO of Promise Keepers Ken Harrison joins Bill to talk about his new book "A Daring Faith In A Cowardly World". Ken shares how we've lost who we are as the body of Christ, explains the importance of reaching the younger generation before it's too late, discusses how we are called to hate sin, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

We all have an authority in our life. As Christians, we need to make sure our identity is found in Christ. Fox News' chief religion correspondent Lauren Green, author of the new devotional book "Light for Today," joins the show to share how we can be a light each and every day in a world full of darkness through our decisions, principles, and the way we honor God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

In today's climate of communication, it is very easy to let your opinion be known regardless of the consequences. However, as Christ followers we have been given a different command. Rebecca Rhee joins Afternoons to teach on self-restraint and self-control. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here This conversation originally took place on June 21, 2023

David Wheaton and Bill examine the importance of understanding the Word of God for a deep and authentic Biblical Christian Worldview. Today they discuss the fourth fundamental of a Christian worldview which is restoration. (The Four Fundamentals of a Christian Worldview: creation, corruption, redemption, and restoration.) We all make mistakes --but you might be surprised how important mistakes are in the growth process. Scott Hubbard joins Bill for a transparent conversation on how failure is inherent in the leadership process and how we respond to failure can change our trajectory, through his article, "Good Leaders Fail Well: How Mistakes become a Staircase." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here This conversation originally took place on June 21, 2023

Many people argue that Jesus did not really rise from the dead-- Apologetic specialist Rick Mattson joins Bill to give his nine insights for why we can be confident that the resurrection did take place. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on April 15, 2022

We think we're familiar with the events of Holy Week. But what if we've been missing something? Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn takes us through a fresh look at the final week of Jesus's life. The Final Week Chart 04-05-23 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 looking at James 2:17 and Matthew 7:21 as they discuss the difference between words and actions, give helpful tips on fasting and the true goal behind it, talk about giving our full self to Christ, 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. This hour, they study "The seven last words of Jesus" while he was on the cross and share what we can learn from them. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In Luke 22:15 Jesus said he was eager to celebrate Passover knowing He was soon coming into His kingdom-Passover is still important to Christians today. Bible teacher Thom Berkowitz, and his wife Marsha teach on the rituals of Passover and the Seder meal. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on April 6, 2023

Dr. Alex McFarland takes us through the days preceding the resurrection and uncovers rich historical data about the days before Jesus's victory on the cross. Then pastor Andrew Davis passionately teaches on the last hours of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on April 5, 2023

In this life our bodies are limited and degrading with age but there is good news. Robert Morgan teaches that at the resurrection Jesus not only defeated death, but He promises that we will be with Him for eternity-- in renewed bodies. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click Here. This conversation originally took place on April 4, 2023

The goodness of God is on full display as He takes the sins of the world upon His shoulders on the cross. Pastor Brent McDougal joins Afternoons to teach that His love for us is not measurable---and by loving others we extend His goodness and love into the world. It is almost impossible to comprehend all of what Jesus did for us on the cross. Bill welcomes Pastor Brent Kuhlman for a life-changing conversation about the wounds of Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on April 7, 2023

Gregory Koukl, president of Stand to Reason and author of "Street Smarts," talks about how Christ followers can stand firm against the schemes of the devil. They unpack why it's possible to stay in the driver's seat during difficult conversations involving salvation, depending on the Holy Spirit to do the work we as Christ followers cannot do, and how to become smart, nice and tactical. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on September 11, 2023

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 This conversation originally took place on October 11, 2023

Author Laurel Mathewson joins the program to share from her book "An Intimate Good". She talks about her personal story of faith, how God never leaves us or forsakes us, and how to give up control so that we can experience God fully. Later, pastor and author Bryan Murawski joins to talk about his book "Preaching Difficult Texts of the Old Testament" and discusses the importance of diving into hard-to-understand scripture so that we can grow closer to God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In today's culture it's easy to set our lives on cruise control when we should be challenging each other and growing in our faith. Author Trevor Whitman joins the show to talk about his book "Brick by Brick" and explains how the church and Christians can experience true transformation and growth. Later Dr. Bob Moeller discusses how fathers can be Godly influences in their children's lives. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As humans we are not machines. We need nourishment from several different sources and only God can provide it. Author Joy Marie Clarkson discusses this and more as she shares from her book "You Are A Tree". Later, Dr. Nijay Gupta joins the show to share from his book "Strange Religion" as he outlines what made the first Christians so unique, and how we've lost sight of this in our world today. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Suffering is really hard, and it can be tough to see God working in our lives in the midst of it. Amanda Jenkins of The Chosen joins the show to share her personal journey through suffering, and how God's goodness eclipses our suffering as she shares from her new Bible Study "God's Goodness For The Chosen". Later, Pastor David Myles returns to finish his discussion on helping others find hope and comfort in Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Autism Awareness Month is in April, and author Brant Hansen joins the show to share his personal story as he talks about his book "Blessed Are the Misfits". He explains how God has worked in his life, and how he never abandons those who search him. Later author Jason Thacker discusses his book "Following Jesus in a Digital Age" as he shares the importance of stewarding the great resources God has given us by making sure we are using them for the right reasons. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

How do we pour into and put others first in a world that celebrates the individual? Pastor Dave Ryerson joins the program to teach us about "The Relationship Bank" and how to make sure we reflect the love of Christ to those around us. Later Dr. O.S. Hawkins is back to share from his book "The Promise Code" as he discusses why we can have trust and faith in God's promises to us. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God has called each one of us to lead no matter where we are in life. Dr. Paula Maddox joins the show to share helpful tips on how to be a bold voice for Christ through her book "THINK Globally, LEAD Strategically". Then Rabbi Kirt Schnieder shares from his book "To Know Him by Name" as he teaches the importance of knowing the Hebrew names and titles of God and what we can learn from them. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Are we thankful in all circumstances? Author Michele Howe joins the program to share from her book "Grace and Gratitude for Everyday Life" and talks about how we can trust in God's grace no matter what. Later Pastor Colin Smith shares from his book "Heaven How I Got Here" as he portrays the story of the crucifixion from the perspective of the thief on the cross. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As parents we should want our children to love Jesus more than they love us. Author Lee Ann Mancini joins the show to share from her book "Raising Kids To Follow Christ". She explains how there are endless resources available for parents, how to say the right things to your children, and much more. Later, philosopher Ken Samples shares from his article "Sin as a Disorder of the Good" and how we will never find fulfillment in anything but God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Finding inner peace can feel like a struggle that leaves us with fear, toxic thoughts, and on a negative pathway. Pastor Dale Hummel joins the program to share from his book "Reset" as he guides through the steps, we can take to start afresh each and every day in our relationship with the Lord. Later, painter Timothy Gagnon, creator of the "Illuminated Messiah Bible," shares his powerful story and how God has used his gifts for a greater purpose. 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 special guest pastor Adam Ramsey for a rich conversation about Lazarus in John 11. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 7, 2023

There's no in between, we're either growing together or growing apart. Todd Mulliken joins Bill to talk about accepting our differences without being defined by them, elevating affirmations over criticisms, having the hard conversations with a sense of invitation instead of interrogation, the process of bringing energy towards each other in Jesus, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on May 5, 2023

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. This hour they are joined by special guest Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek who serves as President of the University of Northwestern St. Paul. Dr. Hoornbeek shares how every decision he makes for the University is taken to the Lord in prayer, the guys talk about the characteristics of an ambassador for Christ, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on November 30, 2023

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 examining Luke 1:5-25 and share what we can take away from it, discuss the benefits that come from fasting, look at what the scriptures say about judgement and are joined at the end by Dr. Corbin Hoornbeek who serves as President of the University of Northwestern St. Paul. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on November 30, 2023

We open up "Ask the Professor", with Bill and Professor Mark Muska from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, with a discussion on those who say they are "spiritual but not religious," the difference between "Son of God" and "Son of Man", and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on May 2, 2023

How do we share the good news of Jesus in a culture that embraces "my truth, your truth"? Bill welcomes special guest Andrew Davis who answers this listener question before teaching on 1 Corinthians. He gives background on the culture and history of Corinth and talks about what Paul was up against as he preached the good news of Jesus to the people in Corinth. You can find all Davis' 69 sermons about 1 Corinthians here. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on December 13, 2022

We all have tasks we don't want to do-- but do you know there are reasons why we put things off for another day? Dr. Andy Schuttinga joins Bill for a fun-filled, yet informative conversation on procrastination. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 12, 2023

Have you asked yourself --why am I suffering? This is a question that has perplexed mankind since the beginning of time. Professor Randy Nelson joins Bill to navigate through several different perspectives on suffering. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now! This conversation originally took place on May 9, 2023

Do you have repeated arguments that never seem to resolve? When Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Afternoons, he explains that these arguments are destructive--and how we can find healing. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on March 22, 2023

In our world today narcissism is a buzz word--but what actually is narcissism? Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries joins Bill to teach on the nine attributes of narcissism, healthy boundaries, and hope. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on May 16, 2023

Can you stand behind the Bible as the inspired word of God with confidence? Don Bierle joins Bill and teaches that the Bible is the most accurate book of antiquity in all of human history and much more. 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 This conversation originally took place on June 16, 2023

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 pastor Jeremiah Johnston to discuss the intricacies of the death of Lazarus found in John 11. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now! This conversation originally took place on May 17, 2023

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back for hour two. Dr. Greg Bourgond and Pastor Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today, they discuss: praying in the name of Jesus Christ, Jesus's baptism, Matt 7:21-23, stopping Eve from sin, mental health or demonic, demonic oppression and possession, stronghold sins, revelation and truth of scripture, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 8, 2023

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Dr. Greg Bourgond and Pastor Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Today, they discuss: the slippery slope of sin, making disciples, your deepest desire, being a Proverbs 31 woman in a difficult season, a godly man, temptation, freedom from anxiety and stress, assurance of salvation, evil and the goodness of God, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on June 8, 2023

Bill welcomes back fan favorite J.Warner Wallace from Cold Case Christianity to discuss a variety of topics including: worldviews, the sinners prayer, evangelism, objective standard, Hebrews 9:27, the Romans road, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here This conversation originally took place on May 10, 2023

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 Dr. Erik Thoennes. to talk about what it means to live a cross shaped life as they go through Matthew 16. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now This conversation originally took place on May 3, 2023

Do we all have the same answers to what salvation means? In this series, Bill is on a quest to find out-- he invites his guests to share their view on salvation by having them all answer the same seven questions. Today, Bill welcomes Jeff Verdoorn. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here This conversation originally took place on April 11, 2023