Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Fortis Institute
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Oct 11, 2024 • 55min

ARE EVIL FORCES CONTROLLING THE WEATHER?

Segment 1 • How can Christians stay strong in their faith when persecution looms? Segment 2 • Should men serve in children’s ministry, even with toddlers? • Should parents model generosity for their kids or keep giving private? Segment 3 • How do you witness to a family member who shows no fruit of repentance? • Can weather really be controlled by evil forces? Segment 4 • If eternity gives me anxiety, does that mean I’m not saved? • How can I understand the infinite with a limited mind? • Is it appropriate for a woman to read Scripture aloud in church before the pastor preaches? ___ 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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Oct 10, 2024 • 55min

WHY WE CAN’T STOP TALKING ABOUT OUR ACHES AND PAINS

Segment 1 • Why we overshare our aches and pains—and why it matters for your relationships. • Are you making others tune out? • Is your pain story helping or hurting? Segment 2 • Do you try to “one-up” others’ struggles? It’s hurting your relationships. • Stop hopping from church to church—learn how to deal with people who annoy you. Segment 3 • Should you sell your organs? • Your body isn’t yours—how this changes everything about personal decisions. Segment 4 • A British child identifies as a wolf—what’s really happening in society? • Homeschooling is booming—why families are sticking with it even post-COVID. • The “7 Mountains” of NAR—Should Christians really be trying to conquer culture this way? ___ 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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Oct 9, 2024 • 55min

THE IMPORTANCE OF THE “R” WORD IN EVANGELISM

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel heads to Georgia Tech, engaging students with crucial questions about Easter, sin, and salvation. Segment 1 • Todd meets an electrical engineering student unsure about the meaning of Easter and Jesus’ resurrection. • They discuss the significance of the resurrection and what it means for salvation. Segment 2 • A conversation with a Buddhist student sparks a discussion on whether all religions can lead to salvation. • Todd challenges the idea, explaining why Jesus is the only way to salvation. Segment 3 • Todd talks with a Jewish student who observes kosher laws, leading to a discussion about the purpose of Old Testament sacrifices. • The student questions religious traditions, and Todd introduces Jesus as the fulfillment of those laws. Segment 4 • Todd encourages young believers not to be ashamed of the gospel, even when facing societal pressure. • He emphasizes the importance of boldly sharing the truth about Jesus, framing it as an act of love. ___ 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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Oct 8, 2024 • 55min

HOW TO GET YOUNG PEOPLE EXCITED ABOUT CHURCH

Segment 1 • Gen Z struggles with loneliness, community, and rising porn use. • Young people need a place to belong and serve—the Church can be that place. Segment 2 • A couple’s quiet dedication in life and death offers a powerful example. • Young people are resisting the world’s influence and embracing godly wisdom. Segment 3 • Phil Johnson’s return to the pulpit after a health battle is a story of perseverance. • Despite challenges, God is still at work in His Church. Segment 4 • Atheism in the UK is rising, with Christianity in decline. • Is casual worship reflecting the role of a royal priesthood? ___ 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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Oct 7, 2024 • 55min

EVANGELICALS FOR HARRIS?

Segment 1 • Preaching should not just inform your mind, but also ignite a love for Jesus. • Conservative sermons might be overcorrecting, giving us knowledge but no heart. Segment 2 • Adoption—Thomas Watson calls it a greater mercy than even justification. • The proper goal of a sermon is not knowledge. Segment 3 • Kamala Harris claims late-term abortions don’t exist, but a simple phone call reveals the truth. • Does character justify voting for policies that oppose life? Segment 4 • Welcome to Evangelicals for Satan…What? • Supporting Harris is like endorsing evil, no matter the reasoning. ___ 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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Oct 4, 2024 • 55min

WHEN IS IT RIGHT TO JUDGE, AND WHEN SHOULD WE STAY SILENT?

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1 • Should Christians seek a religious exemption from DEI training? • Does bad theology block salvation, or just mislead? Segment 2 • How do you protect liberty without insisting on it? Segment 3 • What is God teaching through constant disappointment? • When is it right to judge, and when should we stay silent? Segment 4 • How should you end a witnessing encounter? • Should women serve as deacons? ___ 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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Oct 3, 2024 • 55min

IS YOUR THEOLOGY STUCK? TIME TO WAKE UP!

Segment 1 • WOW… WOW… WOW… Over 5000 people in the first couple of days have interacted with Fortis Institute and Fortis+. • Live Webinar October 3rd: How do we handle pastoral failure? • Are megachurches losing their appeal? Segment 2 • Are Gen Z students too sensitive, or are we just overprotective? • Should proselytizing be banned on college campuses? • Are we raising another generation of self-absorbed, phone-obsessed individuals? Segment 3 • Theology without transformation—are we missing the mark? • Seminary isn’t just about knowledge; it’s about shaping your heart. Segment 4 • How much time do you spend exercising your spiritual muscles daily? • Our singing in church should be an encouragement to those around us. • Should we judge those who raise their hands in worship, or is it a reflection of something deeper in us? ___ 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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Oct 2, 2024 • 55min

IF YOU COULD ASK GOD ONE QUESTION, WHAT WOULD IT BE?

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel heads to Georgia Tech, asking students tough questions like, “If you could ask God one question, what would it be?”, “Why do bad things happen?” and “Can all religions be true?”. Segment 1 • Todd speaks with Greg, a freshman who questions God’s control over good and bad events. Segment 2 • Todd challenges Greg on whether all religions can be true, uncovering Greg’s uncertainty about Jesus and Protestantism. Segment 3 • Todd asks Greg if he considers himself a good person, diving into sin, lying, stealing, and lust, and how these impact his standing before God. Segment 4 • Todd shares the Gospel with Greg, urging him to repent and trust in Christ for salvation. ___ 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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Oct 1, 2024 • 55min

OUR BIG ANNOUNCEMENT…

Segment 1: The Big Announcement • Gospel Partners Media is now Fortis Institute • 8 new voices join the team: Dr. John Crotts, Dr. Adam Tyson, Dr. Jason Lisle, Dr. Andrew Walker, and more. • Fortis+ is 100% free, delivering original content daily Segment 2 • ADHD is on the rise, but is medication the answer? • “Don’t rely on child psychiatrists for parenting advice” • Free webinar coming Thursday on a pressing topic. Segment 3 • Dr. Jason Lisle’s take global panic over climate change. • God controls the weather—not climate alarmists. Remember His promise to sustain the earth. Segment 4 • Are we living in a computer simulation? One scientist thinks so, but John 1 proves otherwise. • Eisegesis at its worst: twisting Scripture to sell books about AI.
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Sep 30, 2024 • 55min

RICK WARREN’S EVANGELISM STRATEGY: WHAT’S MISSING?

Segment 1 • Why Is Gen Z Feeling Lost? • Are College Campuses Seeing a Revival? Segment 2 • Big Changes Are Coming! Major announcement tomorrow—new name, new website, and the ministry is evolving. Segment 3 • Rick Warren – “We need to evangelize Christians”. Segment 4 • What Is the Sinful Leaven of the Pharisees?

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