Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Segment 1

• A viral image sparks outrage—was it harmless, or something far more serious?

• What should Christians actually do when a public figure appears to mock God?

• Media figures responded to the president’s meme in various ways… some got it right, some not so much.

Segment 2

• Shows like The View shape how people think about truth—even though it is not attached to reality.

• Joy Behar claims Jesus never said He was the Messiah. She must not be familiar with her Bible.

• Why do cultural voices speak confidently on theology while being completely uninformed?

Segment 3

• A major Christian creator affirms Mormons—they may be sincere, but they’re wrong.

• AI “Jesus” offers comfort for $1.99/minute. Is this more entertainment than theology?

• Is there ever a just, God-blessed reason to declare war?

Segment 4

• Todd’s not turning charismatic, but wants to talk about a church practice that might make you uncomfortable.

• Hand-raising in worship has historical precedent.

• It’s okay for our emotions and feelings to be expressed in worship. How do we do this in an orderly fashion?

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It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel goes to the University of Georgia to engage students in candid, thought-provoking conversations about morality, truth, and Christianity. Through a series of real-world encounters, Todd challenges students to define wisdom, justify their moral beliefs, and explain why they hold their worldview. As conversations unfold, many students struggle to ground their beliefs in objective truth, ultimately leading to discussions about whether morality requires a higher authority—namely, God.

Segment 1

• Todd asks Jared “What is wisdom”—and can you prove your definition is actually right?

• If morality is just how you were raised… who are you to say anyone is wrong?

• Christian student Jared hits a wall trying to justify “right and wrong” without appealing to a higher authority.

Segment 2

• You say you’re a Christian—but do you actually know why you believe it?

• Presbyterian Yuhan admits his faith is inherited, not examined—does that describe you too?

• If you’ve never tested your beliefs, how confident should you really be?

Segment 3

• Can you call something evil (like Hitler or eugenics) without an objective standard?

• Darian gives sharp answers—until extreme scenarios expose the limits of relativism.

• The conversation forces a turning point: do morals require a higher authority like God?

Segment 4

• Can you call yourself a Christian… but still not explain why someone should believe?

• John struggles to give a compelling reason for Christianity—until justice, judgment, and eternity come into focus.

• The gospel becomes unavoidable: if sin isn’t punished, how can God be just—and what did Jesus actually accomplish?

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Segment 1

• Todd’s review of the new “The Great Awakening” movie.

• What actually brings about true revival?

• Why did straightforward, doctrine-rich preaching—not emotional hype—ignite lasting transformation?

Segment 2

• How to build real friendship with nonbelievers, without compromising your convictions.

• Whitefield and Franklin’s unlikely partnership exposes how evangelism and real relationships intersect.

• Are you avoiding meaningful relationships outside your “Christian bubble”—and missing opportunities to grow God’s kingdom?

Segment 3

• What’s missing in many of today’s gospel presentations?

• Whitefield’s preaching model confronts modern evangelism with a focus on law, urgency, and authority.

• What in the world is a “Christian Buddhist”?

Segment 4

• When culture defines the “meaning of life,” who actually has the authority to answer—and why does that matter?

• Open-air preaching, public spaces, and cultural reactions—how do you boldly proclaim the gospel while still being wise, lawful, and neighborly?

• Trump posts, and deletes, an alarming picture.

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Segment 1

• There have been many contentious conversations lately about things evangelicals have largely taken for granted.

• Todd introduces a major cultural debate: should Christians support modern Israel—or rethink everything?

• A deep-dive article promises clarity on one of the most confusing and divisive theological issues today.

Segment 2

• What is Israel biblically—a state, a religion, or something far more concrete and ongoing?

• Israel is defined as ethnic, national, and territorial—raising uncomfortable implications for modern debates

• If Israel spans generations regardless of belief, what does that mean for today’s largely secular Jewish population?

Segment 3

• Does the modern state of Israel actually matter in God’s overarching redemptive plan?

• Even without a political state, Israel would still be central to God’s purposes.

• Cultural Jews, secular Jews, religious Jews—these are outward markers that don’t change the Bible’s view of who they really are.

Segment 4

• Are Christians required to support Israel politically—or is that a dangerous oversimplification?

• Israel’s existence doesn’t equal spiritual restoration—so what should believers actually affirm?

• Romans 9–11 raises a divine mystery: Israel is in unbelief, and yet part of God’s plan.

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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!

Segment 1

• If I could convince an atheist to read the Bible, which book of the Bible should I recommend that they read first? - Anonymous

• I am a young man who desires to enter vocational ministry. However, I struggle with same sex attraction. Is same sex attraction in itself disqualifying from ministry? Is same sex attraction inherently sinful? - Anonymous

Segment 2

• This morning, my 7-year-old asked me when he could be baptized. My concern is that he is too young and may not fully understand what it fully means. What should I do? - Dan

• I hear people use God's name in vain fairly often. What should I say to someone misusing His name? Should I say anything at all? - Jonathan

• What are your thoughts on emergency response and law enforcement jobs, which don't always allow you to be in church on Sunday morning? - Pete

Segment 3

• Jesus said that in Matthew 22 that in Heaven we won't be married nor be given in marriage. I've always heard that the first instance of marriage we see is Adam and Eve in Genesis 2, prior to the fall. Why do you think it is that we are introduced to marriage in the garden, where everything is perfect, but denied it in Heaven? - Dylan

• Is the doctrine of eternal security essential to understanding the gospel? - Josiah

• What would you suggest a rural, non-seminarian to do as a next step in learning biblical Greek after watching “It's Not Greek To Me”? - Wade

Segment 4

• My friend does not believe in penal substitutionary atonement and the wrath of God on Jesus at the cross, but rather thinks that Jesus willingly gave himself as a sacrifice for our sins. She believes it would be cosmic child abuse from God otherwise. Can one go to heaven if they reject these biblical truths? - Theresa

• Recently, I've been seeing wild conspiracy theories pop up very frequently. How should Christians respond to these ideas? Should we sincerely look into them for the truth, or ignore them completely? - Wyatt

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