Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

A hard look at what happened at Calvary and why the cross is the Bible's central theme. Graphic descriptions of Jesus' suffering and the physical toll of crucifixion. A discussion of divine justice, wrath against sin, and how substitutionary atonement works. A call to reckon with dying to self and what true repentance and union with Christ require.

A critique of clergy who trade gospel priorities for politics and identity activism. A rebuke of leaders who use Christian language without biblical substance. Concerns about watered-down gospel messages that omit sin, judgment, and repentance. Examples of selective outrage over religious attacks and legal limits on quoting Scripture. Cultural curiosities from prosperity teaching to UFO talk round out the conversation.

It’s Witness Wednesday! Are you prepared to see the insanity of radical subjectivity put to the test? What about our own consciences? Join Todd for real, on-the-street conversations about faith, truth, and Christ’s gospel. SEGMENT 1 • Taj claims truth is subjective—until Todd exposes the contradiction. • Being raised in a Christian environment does not make one a Christian. • If you’re clearly guilty before a just God… how can we have real hope? SEGMENT 2 • Peyton rejects design in the universe—Todd highlights the error with a simple analogy. • Think you’re a “good person”? A quick test exposes lying, lust, theft—and a verdict you probably won’t like. • If God already knew you’d sin, are you still accountable when judgment comes? SEGMENT 3 • Tiernan was told by a Catholic teacher to leave Christianity and explore other beliefs. • If God can erase your guilt, remove your shame, and give you purpose—what’s the reason that you’re rejecting Him? • Is your conscience just psychology… or evidence that you’re accountable to a Creator you can’t ignore? SEGMENT 4 • Tiernan rebuts Todd with the classic objection: the problem of evil. Can Christianity survive this? • Todd reframes the gospel: not just escape from hell, but a complete rewiring of how you think, feel, and see reality. • If Christianity answers guilt, suffering, purpose, and truth—what’s actually stopping you from surrendering today? ___ 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!

Segment 1 • Todd sits down with Dr. Ted Tripp, author of “Shepherding a Child’s Heart”. • Are parents confusing a child’s ability to use tech with actual readiness to handle it? • Porn, smartphones, and distraction—there is a veritable minefield out there for the next generation. Segment 2 • Why are Christian kids walking away—and is disengaged parenting the real root issue? • Influence and intentionality in our children’s lives doesn’t just happen—it takes real effort. • Identity crises, online affirmation, and peer pressure—are your kids being discipled more by screens than you? Segment 3 • That our kids should own and use a cellphone shouldn’t be taken as a given. • Influence vs. authority: which one actually keeps your teenager from rebelling? • It may not be the case that every child has to go through a rebellious phase. Segment 4 • It’s never too late for parents to reach their children—even those parents who feel like they’ve failed. • Are you giving your kids behavior control… or actually shepherding their hearts? • When everything feels lost, your hope must be not in your own parenting power—but in the power of the gospel. ___ 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!

Justin Peters, Bible teacher who exposes false charismatic trends, and Jim Osman, a Kootenai pastor and expositor, discuss what makes a church healthy. They focus on Christ as head, expository preaching, baptism and communion as gospel reminders, worship that honors God, and the necessity and practice of church discipline. The conversation warns against church-as-business and entertainment-driven services.

Answers to listener questions about whether contact sports clash with Christian motives. A look at rude behavior, mental cussing, and when intrusive thoughts become sin. Discussion of strong versus seared consciences and how to handle church family dynamics. Guidance on releasing shame, and wrestling with anger toward a brother who married outside the faith.

Campus interviews ask 100 students why they are Christians and reveal many vague, benefits-focused answers. Hosts contrast emotional results with the judicial gospel and outline what a clear gospel explanation must include. They raise concerns about church culture assimilating rather than calling for real conversion and urge teaching that equips students to articulate their faith.

Campus conversations probe atheist vs agnostic labels and whether all religions can be true. A design argument and the Ten Commandments are used to confront personal moral guilt. The gospel from creation to resurrection is outlined and eyewitness claims for the resurrection are discussed. The show presses whether conscience or intellect decides your final verdict.

James Talarico, a Texas politician and Presbyterian seminary student, delivers an Easter sermon blending nonviolence, unity, and cultural critique. He reframes the cross as a call to ‘lose’ power, cites diverse moral exemplars, and urges practical acts of mercy. The conversation then presses on tensions between this approach and traditional atonement language.

A critique of modern 'heaven tourism' stories and why people are drawn to them. A contrast between biblical visions and contemporary near-death narratives. The rise and fallout of fabricated bestseller claims and why they keep selling. How extra-biblical cravings feed prosperity theology and spiritual recklessness.