Witness Wednesday: Raised Christian… But Are You Born Again?

Feb 11, 2026

A recent arrival from France studying aerospace engineering, initially skeptical about religion, explains his interest in design and rules. Short, direct conversations probe conscience, justice, and whether order implies a maker. The show presses on moral accountability, the courtroom of God, and the claim that sin, not mere unbelief, is the real problem.

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ANECDOTE

Childhood Conversion Under Scrutiny

Orin says he grew up a Christian, prayed at seven or eight, and believes he was born again.
Todd probes whether Orin's faith shows repentance and a changed life to test the genuineness of his conversion.

INSIGHT

Postmodernism Versus Objective Truth

Todd defines postmodernism as 'your truth' being valid and tests its limits with absurd examples.
He argues logical contradiction means not all beliefs can be true at once, prompting the question of who is right.

ADVICE

Test Genuine Faith By Repentance

Todd distinguishes true Christians as those who 'fall into sin' and hate it, quickly repent, and return to God.
He advises probing professed faith by asking whether someone would be certain they'd go to heaven if they died now.

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It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd heads back to campus at Georgia Tech to discuss faith, morality, and Jesus himself with several real-life students. Whatever the topic, whoever the student, the question stays the same: is Jesus who He says He is - and if so, what does that mean for you? Segment 1 • Orrin says he’s a Christian—but when pressed on truth, postmodernism, and being “born again,” does his faith rest on feelings or repentance and faith? • Todd forces the question most avoid: If Hinduism says one thing and Christianity another—can both be right? • Todd brings Orrin to consider whether or not he has truly been born again. Segment 2 • An aerospace engineer rejects institutional religion—but admits belief in rules, order, and possibly a “rule-maker.” • Todd walks him through conscience, justice, and the courtroom of God—are you really “good” by your own standard? • Christianity’s radical claim: You don’t go to hell for lack of faith—you go because of sin. Segment 3 • A self-professed Christian says Jesus is the “tipping point”—but can he clearly articulate the gospel when challenged? • Todd pushes him: Is Islam wrong? Is Hinduism wrong? • The reason for anyone going to heaven is made clear: not our good deeds, not what we’ve done - but what Christ has done for us. Segment 4 • Our final student of the day is pressed on whether the order around us necessitates a designer. • Todd drills into conscience: lying, lust, blasphemy—how would a just God and judge treat lawbreaking? • The offer laid bare: Your fine has been paid. Will you repent—or trust your own goodness instead? ___ 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!