The Bill Arnold Show

What in the world is God doing? It's easy to wonder this. We are living in an unfolding story, and it's hard to hold on when difficult circumstances linger, or your deepest prayer hangs in the air, seemingly unanswered. Author Laurie Short joins Afternoons to remind us that thankfully the Bible is filled with people who experienced the same thing, through her book Faith, Doubt, and God's Mysterious Timing.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Tom Parrish and Jeff Verdoorn give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss a variety of topics including: Jesus's DNA, hardening of hearts, repentance, temptation, prayer, the deception of Jacob, Jesus as Rabbi, and much more. 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 professor Dr. Randy Nelson for a fascinating conversation on the parable of The Good Samaritan through Luke 10: 30-35. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We all want to do the right thing and some choices can change the trajectory of our life--but how do we know what is God's will? Scott Hubbard editor of desiringgod.org joins Bill for a foundational conversation on following God's will as directed by Scripture, through his article Do The Will You Know: The First Step for Further Guidance. Fathers are very important in a daughters life. Unfortunately, when this relationship isn't healthy it can can impact how she views God. Author Kia Stephens and Bill talk about how father wounds can manifest and how to heal, through her book, "Overcoming Father Wounds: Exchanging Your Pain for God's Perfect Love. " Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

The entire Bible points to Jesus in some way. In this series, Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn covers some of the most important theological aspects of the birth, life, teaching, resurrection and future reign of Jesus Christ. Today, Jeff and Bill discuss the teachings of Jesus that pertain to the tribulation and the millennial reign of Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Today, Rob gives us an update on college loan forgiveness, the origins of COVID, repercussions for China, and more. Then Dr. Alex McFarland and Bill discuss a variety of topics such as being an image bearer, wisdom and knowledge, Jesus Revolution, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Humans are complicated. Today, Dr. Andy Schuttinga joins Bill for a rich conversation on decision making, smiling vs. frowning, anger, basic psychological needs, reactions, happiness baseline, nature vs nurture, processing painful jokes, habits, the power of memory, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Today, Bill and Patrick talk about discipline when you were growing up, a great God story, and more. Then Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Rosey B. for a power walk through Psalm 91. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As the world gets darker and darker, many people are praying for revival. Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries joins Bill for a fascinating discussion on key points of revival and a personal testimony of what has been happening at Asbury University. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This encore presentation originally aired on February 22, 2023

Sometimes God asks us to go up against seemingly unbeatable odds. When Hebrew scholar Rebecca Rhee joins Bill on Afternoons, we learn through the story of David and Goliath that we are more capable than we think --if we remember God is always with us even in the battle. 1 Samuel 17 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Many young people feel helpless and hopeless. Our kids must be equipped with more than resilience and positivity. Author Lori Wildenberg joins Bill for a sobering conversation on mental health in youth and how to bring God into the solution, through her book, "Messy Hope: Help Your Child Overcome Anxiety, Depression, or Suicidal Ideation." Then Bill welcomes Gary L. McIntosh to discuss the complex and demanding role of being a pastor--especially when they are on their own. through his book, "The Solo Pastor."

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Tom Parrish and Jeff Verdoorn give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss a variety of topics including: respect, insecurities, purity, the resurrected body, repented sin, baptism, evolution, the author of the Scriptures, first fruits and tithing, the Canaan, Jesus Revolution movie, and much more. 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 Dr.Leighton Flowers to teach on the parable of The Wedding Banquet found in Matthew 22. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We all have anxiety, even Christians-- the important thing is how we deal with the anxiety. When Dr. Glenn Pickering joins Afternoons he takes a deep dive into anxiety and how we can respond to it with God at our side such as, focusing on the "right now," paying attention to others, praying and reading out loud, exercise and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

As the world gets darker and darker, many people are praying for revival. Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries joins Bill for a fascinating discussion on key points of revival and a personal testimony of what has been happening at Asbury University.

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Today, Rob gives us an update on the Amnibus Bill, pro-life, the Public Option, President Biden's visit of Ukraine, and much more. Nobody wants to look back on a disappointing, unfulfilled life but many feel that their life isn't important. Soccer player and author Aaron Tredway joins Bill for a rich conversation in finding a life of meaning in God's kingdom through his book, Don't Miss Your Life : The Secret to Significance. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Today, Bill and Patrick talk about your posture, helping others, the comparison game, wisdom from others, and more. Then Pastor David Myles joins Bill and special guest Neil Stavem for a rich discussion on navigating life's transitions. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What makes some conversations difficult? Dr. Marcus Bachmann teaches that there are ways to make tough conversations easier beginning with our own heart posture, empathy, listening to the Lord and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Dean of Talbot University of Theology Clinton E Arnold and Bill have an in- depth conversation on Ephesians. Clint teaches that if we focus on the textual structure of the scriptures, we will better understand the literary elements of Ephesians, comprehend Paul's revolutionary goals, and ultimately discover their vital claims upon the church today. Dr. Arnold's books are "Ephesians: The Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament" and "Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians and Philemon" . Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This encore presentation originally aired on January 31, 2022

Bill is joined by Todd Mulliken for a rich conversation over a variety of topics such as, Valentines Day, how communication styles impact relationships, navigating relationships when mental health issues are present, ADHD, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk continue into the second hour! Tom Parrish and Jeff Verdoorn join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss topics such as paradise, grief in heaven, Jesus's last words on the cross, millennial reign, new heaven and earth, mercy seat, and much more. When you want to grow more deeply in your faith—author Ron Block teaches it requires a deeper experience with God Himself, through his book Abiding Dependence: Living Moment by Moment in the Love of God. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Tom Parrish and Jeff Verdoorn, give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss a variety of topics including: sinners and saints, revival, angels, crowns in heaven, the rebuke of Peter, and much more. 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 Dr. Ben Witherington III for a deep dive into the Beatitudes from Matthew 5. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When Bible teacher Beverly Coniaris joins Bill she explains that the root of many of our issues is whether or not we trust God, Luke 5: 1-11. Then Bill is joined by Greg Headington to learn what victory looks like for a Chrisitian through 1 John 5. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The entire Bible points to Jesus in some way. In this series, Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn covers some of the most important theological aspects of the birth, life, teaching, resurrection and future reign of Jesus Christ. Today, Jeff and Bill discuss the teachings of Jesus that pertain to the rapture. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Today, Rob gives us an update on the welfare act and its impact on marriage, inflation, freedom of speech in the workplace, Chinese weather balloons, world economic forum, and more. Then Dr. Alex McFarland and Bill have a grounding discussion on Biblical love through 1 Corinthians 13. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Rosey B. for the Monday Afternoon Mix to discuss the faithfulness and promise of God in Isaiah 55. Then our Greek expert Chris Palmer reminds us that God's grace is our constant companion through 1 Corinthians 15:10. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Today, Bill and Patrick talk about the Super Bowl, being an instrument in planting seeds, salvation through Jesus Christ, and more. Then Bill welcomes pastor Brent McDougal for a deep conversation on the difference between discernment and judging--loving your neighbor yet still adhering to Scripture. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God's peace, His shalom, can penetrate every aspect of your life. Although the word shalom appears 550 times in the Scriptures and was a constant theme in Jesus' teachings, it's neglected today. Dr. Jeremiah Johnston addresses God's peace through his book, "Unleashing Peace: Experiencing God's Shalom in Your Pursuit of Happiness." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We know to study the Bible but do we pause long enough to savor Scripture? Bill welcomes Dr. Andrew Abernethy to teach us how to take the often academic nature of studying scripture to a posture of childlike faith through his book, "Savoring Scripture: A Six Step Guide to Studying the Bible." Men are not the only ones who suffer with sexual addiction--women struggle too. Jessica Harris joins Bill for a transparent conversation on the shame that women carry in sexual addiction through her book "Quenched." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Ideas matter and ideas have consequences because they create a framework for evil to exist and thrive. Dr. Fazale "Fuz" Rana joins Bill for a sobering conversation on child sex trafficking. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Tom Parrish, and Jeff Verdoorn, give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss a variety of topics including, Biblical Christianity, Lot and his daughters, Matt 22: 42-44, sexual immorality, demonic activity, occult practices, doubt, and much more. 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 Vince Miller for a riveting conversation about the Samaritan Women from John 4. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

If there was a test on Christianity would you be able to pass? Bill welcomes back fan favorite J. Warner Wallace from Cold Case Christianity to discuss the importance of studying the Word for not only for your own sake but for the ability to teach others about Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We open up "Ask the Professor", with Bill and Professor Mark Muska from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, with a discussion on Romans 8:28, intercession, prayer life, 1 John 3: 19-20, the corruption of Adam and Eve, asherah poles, 1 Peter 3: 19-20, dead in our sins, navigating calamity, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Today, Rob gives us an update on China's weather balloon, threat on conservative opinions, debt ceiling, COVID, State of the Union, and much more. Then Bible teacher and author Greg Bourgond joins Bill for a scripture soaked discussion on positional and relational forgiveness. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Economist Anne Bradley and Bill have a discussion on inflation, unemployment, debt ceiling, fiscal responsibility, interest rates, and much more. Then Bill is joined by his eye doctor Peter Mellema to answer the questions you've always wanted to ask your eye doctor. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Today, Bill and Patrick talk about Ground Hog Day, the importance of words, and funny family sayings. Then Bill welcomes banjo player Kristen Scott Benson to talk about her faith journey and Christianity in the music industry. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God designed us for relationship with each other. When those relationships become damaging, toxic, and painful, Dr. Marcus Bachmann teaches there is hope for healing when we invite Jesus into past wounds. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This encore episode was originally aired on January 30, 2023

Pastor Kyle Davidson Bair returns to Afternoons to answer some very interesting questions about scripture, through his book Hope You're Curious: Real Answers to Honest Questions. Then Greg Headington joins Bill to teach on God's love and spiritual warfare through 1 John 4. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk continue into the second hour! Tom Parrish and Jeff Verdoorn, join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss topics such as church membership, promises of God, being lukewarm, belief in Jesus, and much more. Then Bible teacher Beverly Coniaris joins Bill for a hope-filled conversation on discovering the call of God on your life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Tom Parrish, and Jeff Verdoorn, give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss a variety of topics including, glorified body, the release of Satan, gog and magog, studying the scriptures, servant hood, predestination, pharaoh's hard heart, Kings of Israel, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There are many distractions in the world, but when Christ is the center of your life you are available to overflow into others. Carrie Headington joins Bill for an inspiring and convicting conversation on revival in our life through key Biblical principles and a wheel.

We all crave a good nights sleep but sometimes it alludes us. Scott Hubbard editor of desiringgod.org joins Afternoons for a rich conversation on salvaging sleepless nights through his article, Mercies at Midnight: Seeking God Through Sleeplessness. God loves humility, but when pastor and author Pat Nemmars joins afternoons he teaches what God really loves is ongoing humility, through his book Retractions: Cultivating Humility after Humiliation.

The entire Bible points to Jesus in some way. In this series, Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn covers some of the most important theological aspects of the birth, life, teaching, resurrection and future reign of Jesus Christ. Jeff and Bill continue their conversation on the teachings of Jesus, today focusing on ten of His difficult teachings. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Genevieve Wood founding member of the Heritage Foundation – today they talk about the police brutality, threats against supreme court justices, emigration, inflation, and more. Then Dr. Alex McFarland and Bill have a lively conversation on the topic of salvation. *This encore episode of Alex McFarland originally aired on September 27, 2022 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God designed us for relationship with each other. When those relationships become damaging, toxic, and painful, Dr. Marcus Bachmann teaches there is hope for healing when we invite Jesus into past wounds. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Today, Bill and Patrick chat about extended warranties, the crumble zone, Jesus as your cornerstone, unwholesome talk, and more. Then Pastor David Myles, Bill and Rosey B, discuss beauty, truth and hospitality through Psalm 27 Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What is the definition of truth? In order to answer this question we must distinguish the difference between subjective and objective truth. Today Bill welcomes back fan favorite J. Warner Wallace from Cold Case Christianity for a foundational conversation on the nature of truth--how we discover it and how we define it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here * This encore presentation originally aired on January 11, 2023

Anxiety and depression can impact your relationships. Author and counselor Jenita Pace and Pastor Tim Pace join Bill for an in-depth conversation on the impact of mental health within a marriage. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here