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Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

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 Wretched Radio is hosted by Todd Friel. On the show, you will hear live witnessing encounters, discussions of tough theological issues, and various topics in the Christian community. You might even have a laugh.2025 Fortis Institute Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
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  • DOES GOD WANT AMERICA TO BE A CHRISTIAN NATION?

    DOES GOD WANT AMERICA TO BE A CHRISTIAN NATION?
    Jul 3 2025
    Segment 1: • John MacArthur: There is no such thing as “Christian Nationalism.” • Jesus never tied political power to advancing His kingdom. • Christ came for hearts, not government control—He calls us to live transformed lives, not to seize nations. Segment 2: • Christians should care about politics, but can’t force governments to obey Scripture. • Jesus' kingdom is not of this world—He didn’t overthrow Rome. • Christian Nationalism often lacks clear biblical support despite quotes from theologians. Segment 3: • Jesus promised His spiritual kingdom would prevail against darkness, not political kingdoms. • We must align with what Scripture says, not postmillennial dreams of a theocracy. • Christians should engage politics wisely, but expect the world to get darker, not Christianized. Segment 4: • Seeking a “muscular Christianity”? Be careful it doesn’t become vigilante Christianity. • When, if ever, should Christians resist or overthrow corrupt governments? • We must obey God over man—but Scripture limits when and how resistance is biblical. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!
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  • IS MOMENTARY FUN WORTH ETERNITY IN HELL? A STUDENT FACES THE TRUTH

    IS MOMENTARY FUN WORTH ETERNITY IN HELL? A STUDENT FACES THE TRUTH
    Jul 2 2025
    It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel meets Phillip and Scott at Georgia Tech and explores topics around purgatory, capitalism, sin, and God's laws. Todd challenges Philip, who maintains dual French-American citizenship, on his beliefs about capitalism versus socialism and his reluctant acceptance of God, while addressing Scott's skepticism on God's justice and the nature of sin. These candid discussions reveal important insights into morality, belief, and human nature. Segment 1: • Philip admits he believes the Christian God makes the most sense but rejects Him to keep living how he wants. • Todd shows Philip that rejecting Jesus for “fun now” is choosing sin over eternal life, urging him to see Jesus as better than temporary pleasures. • Philip acknowledges he’s choosing sin knowingly and is willing to face the consequences, even hell, to keep his current lifestyle. Segment 2: • Todd clarifies that Jesus’ offer isn’t just about avoiding hell but receiving kindness and mercy despite rebellion. • Philip admits he knows Jesus offers life but still rejects Him, saying he’s fine with his choices for now. • Todd warns Philip he will face greater judgment for rejecting truth he fully knows, urging him to consider Jesus’ kindness before it’s too late. Segment 3: • Scott claims God is unjust for punishing humans He created, arguing people are like programmed robots with no choice. • Todd explains the standard of justice is based on the One sinned against (God), making every sin infinitely serious. • Scott insists the God of the Bible is evil, while Todd shows God’s justice and kindness in sending Jesus to satisfy wrath and offer mercy. Segment 4: • Todd shares the “tribal king” analogy to explain how God satisfies justice while showing mercy by taking punishment Himself. • Scott insists God should simply forgive without punishment, rejecting the concept of divine justice requiring payment for sin. • Conversation ends with Todd urging Scott to see humanity’s sinfulness and God’s kindness, parting respectfully but with Scott unconvinced. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!
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Wretched Radio is faithful to the commission of our Lord to make disciples of the nations.

Not only is this a Gospel-centered show, the Witness Wednesday episodes have the host of the show, Todd Friel, going to college campuses in his area and, you guessed it, sharing the Good News of Christ with them.

The ministry is involved in supporting many domestic and global missions as well. Overall, just excellent.

The show is entertaining, current with news, and even has a weekly mailbag episode.

A Faithful Christian Ministry

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This guy loves to address personal problems and societal issues with Biblical truth and he makes the fix sound so obvious (at least to me).

Love this guy!!!

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Love it! Love when Todd answers questions from the viewers/listeners. This show is perfect for anyone. I enjoy listening to wretched radio at work. It has helped me grow in my faith in Christ our Savior.

one of my favorite podcasts

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Todd, if nothing else, is very entertaining. If you want to keep abreast of what's going on in evangelicalism, listen to this podcast.

The downside is, he's a fundamentalist Baptist and his views reflect a Baptist understanding of issues and theology. Not everything a Baptist says is incorrect (broken clocks are right 2x a day) but that is the perspective he brings.

Typical Baptist Take of Evangelical Issues

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