The Bill Arnold Show

Obedience to God is far more valuable than anything else, especially when life is chaotic and we don't know how situations will unfold. Bill welcomes author Beth Guckenberger to share this truth and more from a few of her books, including "Start with Amen: How I Learned to Surrender by Keeping the End in Mind", "Throw the First Punch: Defeating the Enemy Hell Bent on Your Destruction", "Reckless Faith: Let Go and Be Led", and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on February 23, 2026

Where does perfectionism stem from? Can it impact our relationships in a negative way? Why do we struggle to recognize this and what are the inevitable results from it? Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries is back to discuss all of this and much more. For the "Selfer's Prayer": Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 25, 2026

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 Pastor Aaron Braaten, Pastor Matt Frey, and Thom Berkowitz, who dive into Matthew 8, share how they start their mornings every day, and talk about how the Bible is a complete story tied together from start to finish. 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 explaining if there is a first death and second death for unbelievers, examine Luke 7 and the faith of the centurion, Moses striking the rock in Numbers 20, discuss our need as believers to grow in our understanding of God's word, 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 Matthew 7:22, share that once we accept Christ we cannot lose our salvation, declare they importance of honoring God with our lives, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our Red Letter Series is back! Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests teach on red letter passages about which they are passionate. This time, Bill welcomes in former Professor Mark Muska to teach on Matthew 3 and the significance of baptism. For more information on The Christ Podcast: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We're all grateful for what Christ did when he died on the cross for our sins, but are we missing the true purpose behind it and what is to come? Pastor Andy Davis joins Bill to discuss this, and more, sharing from his article "God's Final Purpose in the Resurrection". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who continues this study by taking us through 1 Peter 2:9-10 as he explains that we are a people belonging to God, discusses replacement theology, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Sometimes we feel burned out, exhausted, and in a place where rest doesn't seem possible. But Matthew 14:22-33 shows us a different perspective of what rest can be. Hebrew scholar Rebecca Rhee joins Bill to share how rest is active, sometimes a profound risk, and something we are constantly pursuing. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What is the difference between secular and Christian values? And how do we define what real values are and what is important in life? Executive Director of Beauterre Dr. Tim Walsh is back once again to discuss all of this and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

When life shakes us, how do we guard our spirit? Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Wyatt to discuss what loss reveals in us, the danger of hardening our heart towards God, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Most Christians don't know how to talk about Jesus. But if we step out in faith and listen to what God is telling us to do, incredible things happen. Author and former Minnesota Twins Chaplain David McIver joins the show to talk about his new book "Looking for the One". Pastor Brent Kuhlman then shares from Matthew 17:1-9 on The Transfiguration of Jesus. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 6, 2026

There is a lot of concern in our culture today about identity. so for followers of Jesus, what false identities are competing with who God says we are? What practices can we implement to reinforce our identity in Christ? Pastor Kevin David Meyer is back to discuss these kind of questions, and much more, as we study Luke 3:21-37. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on February 18, 2026

After a lengthy hiatus, our Red Letter Series is back! Red Letter sections in the Bible are attributed to the actual words of Christ. In this series, special guests teach on red letter passages about which they are passionate. Today, Bill welcomes Professor David T. Lamb to share on the parable of the tenants in Luke 20:9-19. For more information on The Christ Podcast: 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 take some time to address if God truly wishes all to be saved, if divorce is taken too lightly in our culture, have a discussion on why there are so many "brilliant" atheists, 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 some time to share what the term "Gospel" means, discuss if our sin can cause God to abandon us, explain how to know if the Holy Spirit is in us, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There are many important theological questions that are worth discussing. Theologian Millard Erickson author of "Introducing Christian Doctrine" joins Bill to give his insight into some of these questions. Together they discuss the celebration of Easter, dig into the doctrine of Christology, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

How different are churches now compared to the first century? And have they changed for the better? Does what we see in Scripture match what is taking place today? Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace sits down with Bill to answer these questions, and much more. For Jim's latest book "Case Files Vol. I: Murder and Meaning". CLICK HERE For Jim's podcast on this topic: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Not talking about our difficulties is unhelpful, because we can use these struggles to grow in our faith. Pastor Mike Novotny joins the show to share how we can harness anxiety, stress, and depression for a better life in Christ. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

We all have aspects of our spiritual life that need to be rebuilt. This happens with a renewed commitment to the word of God, devoted time in prayer, and a renewed commitment to practical holiness. Pastor Jarrett Stephens joins Bill to discuss all of this and more as they study Nehemiah 8-10. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Does the Bible say abortion is permissable? Dr. Brian Warren, author of "The Truth of the Trade: Addressing the Deceit and Seduction Surrounding Abortion" has come back to share stories, take a look at the birth of Christ in Luke 1, and give us the latest updates on the state of abortion. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Forgiveness can be an incredibly difficult thing to give. However, life is short and we don't know how much time we have to offer it. Pastor Dave Ryerson joins the show to share why the time to act is now, as he looks at Romans 5:20, other Scripture, and shares personal stories about how forgiveness has impacted his own life. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Most of the world gets up in the morning and goes to bed at night without a single thought that Jesus may return at any moment. But he is coming back. Dr. Don Bierle joins the show to share why Jesus must return, what we need to know about the apostles teaching on this, why this future event is dismissed by our world culture, 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 February 11, 2026

What if we could earn our money with purpose, and have a Biblical mindset with our finances. Author John Coleman joins the show to share from his upcoming book "Good Money: Six Steps to Building a Financial Life with Purpose". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 10, 2026

At some point in our lives we will face Spiritual darkness. Bible teacher Scott Hubbard talks about how defying it for a lifetime is better then giving into it, as he shares from his article "When the Soul Lies in Shadow". Later, pastor Jonathan Bourman gives us a message on shame and guilt from Zechariah 3:1-10. 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 when it's appropriate to leave a church over disagreements in theology, the importance of reading the Bible, take a look at Jeremiah 49:34-39 in light of the events in our world, and much more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: 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 discuss if we go to heaven immediately after death, the qualifications necessary to be an elder, take a look at Deuteronomy 21:10-11, and more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

When doubt occurs, don't shy away from it. Instead, follow the questions you have to the answers that reaffirm the truth. Author and apologetic specialist Dr. Doug Groothuis joins Bill to discuss the different kinds of doubt we experience, explain what healthy doubt looks like, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What tools should pastors be using when it comes to preaching? Dr. Alex McFarland joins the show to discuss if there is a time and place for pastors to use artificial intelligence when crafting sermons. Later, friend Patrick Albanese and Bill read Colossians 3:12, Romans 12:12, and share the vital importance of aquiring the attribute of patience. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who takes us through 1 Peter 2:1-8 explaining the maturity that must take place for us as Christians, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

There are few things, if any, that can compare to the feeling of being loved. In John 13:35 Jesus even told his disciples that they would be set a part by how they love. So why do we struggle with this today? Pastor Chip Ingram joins the program to share from his latest book "I Choose Love: How to Love Your Neighbor As Yourself". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

How can we return to the living heart of what it means to be a Christian? The answer, can be found in the Nicene Creed. Pastor and author Glenn Packiam shares from his book "What's a Christian, Anyway?: Finding Our Way in an Age of Confusion and Corruption". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 16, 2026

It's easy to envy, covet, or boast about the gifts we have, but God never intended it to be this way. Dr. Erik Thoennes joins Bill once again as they discuss Romans 12, living humbly, and more. They also take a look at a couple of articles he's written "Young Men of Resurrection Power" and "No One Drifts into Godliness". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on February 23, 2026

If you read Genesis 12-50, we see the amazing stories of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. Professor Anna Rask Emison joins to share the significance of these characters, discuss how their lives are connected, explain that there is plenty to learn from these men even though we may not want to emulate them at all times, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 9, 2026

How do we restore the lost art of lament and wrestle with grief and suffering well? Author Mark Vroegop joins Bill to discuss how we can turn our complaints to trust, sharing from his book "Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 10, 2026

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 Pastor Aaron Braaten, Pastor Matt Frey, and Thom Berkowitz, who share what we need to know about the Feast of Purim, discuss Zechariah 13-14, if Jews used to gather on the Sabbath to study Scripture like the modern day church, 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 why the words we speak matter, take a look at Luke 22:36, discuss if followers of Christ can be possessed by demons, if God hears the prayers of unbelievers, and much more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: 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 their viewpoints on Zechariah 12:1-9, explain the proper way to tithe, examine why Jesus cursed the fig tree in Matthew 21:18-22, discuss our daily battle with sin, and more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Where does perfectionism stem from? Can it impact our relationships in a negative way? Why do we struggle to recognize this and what are the inevitable results from it? Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries is back to discuss all of this and much more. For the "Selfer's Prayer": Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Is technology harming our children? Bill and Wyatt discuss the affects screens are having in our day to day lives. Later, Bible teacher Scott Hubbard talks about how we can look to Jesus in all circumstances and get whatever it is we might need, as he shares from his article "How Do I 'Look to Jesus'". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

One of the most loving things Jesus ever did was touch the leper in Matthew 8. What can we learn from this moment? Pastor Walter Hill joins Bill to talk about this and more from Matthew 8:1-4, and his book "The Keith Thomas Story: The Heroic True Story Of A Young Veterans Battle With "Burn Pit" Cancer". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

There are many cryptic and bizarre passages in Scripture. What are we to make of them? Dr. Eric Bargerhuff author of "What's God Saying Here", joins the show to discuss several of these passages. They also take some time to talk about the Christian life in our culture today and if we are drifting towards more of an experience rather than a relationship with God. For more of Dr. Bargerhuff's books: Click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Obedience to God is far more valuable than anything else, especially when life is chaotic and we don't know how situations will unfold. Bill welcomes author Beth Guckenberger to share this truth and more from a few of her books, including "Start with Amen: How I Learned to Surrender by Keeping the End in Mind", "Throw the First Punch: Defeating the Enemy Hell Bent on Your Destruction", "Reckless Faith: Let Go and Be Led", and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

It's easy to envy, covet, or boast about the gifts we have, but God never intended it to be this way. Dr. Erik Thoennes joins Bill once again as they discuss Romans 12, living humbly, and more. They also take a look at a couple of articles he's written "Young Men of Resurrection Power" and "No One Drifts into Godliness". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

It seems like there are more things to worry about than ever before. But is there an appropriate response to the worry we have? Pastor Brent McDougal shares his conclusion from Matthew 6:25-34. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on February 2, 2026

Can doubt be healthy? Are there different kinds of doubt when it comes to our faith? Pastor Dave Ryerson joins Bill to study the Scriptures, explain the benefits of seeing the other side of the equation, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on February 2, 2026

In our relationships, it's important to remember that we are working for each other and not against. Bill welcomes back friend Dr. Todd Mulliken to share how we can take our relationships from turmoil, into a renewed respect and appreciation for one another. 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 that nothing needs to be added to the finished work of Jesus on the cross, dissect certain details of the flood in Genesis, review Matthew 25:31-46, and much more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: 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 examine Acts 8:14-17 and what we receive when baptized, explain Matthew 25:1-13, discuss praying on behalf of someone, share why it was possible for Lucifer to betray God, and more. For the new Guy Talk podcast feed: click here Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is a lot of concern in our culture today about identity. so for followers of Jesus, what false identities are competing with who God says we are? What practices can we implement to reinforce our identity in Christ? Pastor Kevin David Meyer is back to discuss these kind of questions, and much more, as we study Luke 3:21-37. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now