The Bill Arnold Show

For the Christian, life isn't about our wants, desires, or passions. Dr. Alex McFarland joins Bill to discuss Romans 8:5 as he explains what living for the Lord looks like, and discusses getting our peace from him at all times. Later, author Jeff Samelson shares from his book "Walk This Way: Political Engagement for Bible-Believing Christians" as he talks about moving forward now that the elections are over. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What good is it if we tell people about God's love but do not show it to them? Is it possible we are loving and caring for people in our lives while also turning a blind eye towards others? Pastor Brent McDougal is back to discuss all of this and more from James 2:1-17 as he gives a stern warning against the poison of favoritism. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There is so much to unpack from the life of Joseph. It's a study of suffering, God's provision, and it even points us forward to the coming of Jesus. Professor David T. Lamb joins the show once again to discuss all of this and more from the story of Joseph found in Genesis 37-50. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What are the basic building blocks of worship? Does worship have to happen at church? Can a non-musical person enjoy a time of worship? Is worship of any personal benefit? Pastor Walter Hill joins the program once again to discuss all of this and more, sharing from his new book "The Fire On The Altar: Christ Centered Worship Is More Than Music." Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

As we head into the busyness that Christmas brings, how do we keep Jesus the center of all we do? What's the key to slowing down and "keeping the main thing, the main thing?" Pastor Dave Ryerson joins the show to share a message of encouragement, teaching from Luke 12:13-21, and Matthew 25. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

here are several events and moments that help found America as a country unlike any other. Author Lawrence Reed joins Bill to discuss his book "Born of Ideas: How Principles, Faith, and Courage Forged America" sharing the key moments that shaped our nation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on October 6, 2026

Worship is more than just music or being together with a group of people. It's the attitude of our hearts towards God. Pastor Walter Hill joins Bill to discuss learning to worship alone, finding the motivation to worship in hard times, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on October 2, 2026

Is there a way back to God after an abortion? Pro-Life advocate Kim Ketola joins Bill to share her story, and how she is currently working with pastors today on the issue of abortion. Later, pastor Seth Troutt explains what true masculinity is, sharing from his new book "Authentic Masculinity: Leaving Behind the Counterfeits for God's Design". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on September 8, 2026

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss everything Noah brought onto the ark and why, closely examine Daniel 3:24-25, share if prayer changes God's mind or changes us, what it means to abide in Christ, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share their views on buying lottery tickets and sports gambling, describe the difference between sin and iniquity, discuss Halloween and if Christians should partake, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Two lives. Two legacies. Two world views at battle today. What exactly did Karl Marx and D. L. Moody teach? And what are the lessons we can learn from them? Dr. Erwin Lutzer joins the show to discuss all of this and more from his book "Marx and Moody: Two Contemporaries. Two Gospels. Two Tombstones. One Choice.". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

God is for us. And if you look at your past, there are probably many circumstances where God showed up. Dr. Alex McFarland joins the show to discuss the Lord's great love for us, and giving him the proper worship He deserves. Later, Bill welcomes back friend Patrick Albanese as they discuss putting full trust in Christ regardless of the outcomes. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What are we to make of UFOs and unexplainable encounters? What does science say about this? How about the Bible? And should we be concerned about this as Christians? Author and film producer Derrick Warfel joins the show to discuss all of this and more. To watch the movie "UFOs and God": CLICK HERE For Derrick's book "UFOs and God": CLICK HERE For Derrick's article on the movie "Disclosure Day": CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined today by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who today wraps up 1 Peter before introducing 2 Peter, studying 1 Peter 5:12-2 Peter 1:1-4. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

It's important to meet people where they are rather than expect them to come and find us. God wants our willingness to share the Gospel and all of us have the ability to do so. Author Mary Jo Sharp of Search Ministries joins the show to discuss all of this, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What is apologetics? How do we do it well? And what are we getting wrong when it comes to how we defend our faith? Author and apologetic specialist Dr. Doug Groothuis is back yet again to discuss all of this and share from his book "Urban Legends of Apologetics: 40 Common Misconceptions". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

From sunrises, to that cup of coffee in the morning, to our day at work, we should be worshiping God in everything we do and experience. Pastor Steve DeWitt joins Bill to share this and more from his book "Enjoying God in Everything: A Guide to Maximizing Life's Pleasures". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on October 6, 2026

Why is it in our nature as humans to rebel and sin? Could it be that we have no desire to be under authority? Are we aiming to please ourselves or God? And why do we seek the easier path rather than what is right? Dr. Andy Schuttinga is back once again to discuss all of this and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here *This conversation originally took place on September 28, 2026

Sadly, many couples become disconnected over the years. It's usually a result of unresolved sin or unhealed pain in their hearts. How do they join hearts once again after this has happened? Dr. Bob Moeller from For Keeps Ministries joins Bill to discuss all of this, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. The explain how to share the Gospel with someone who isn't interested, talk about God's love and wrath, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They start by examining Psalms 145:8-9 and God's compassion, share that the invitation to accept Christ is available at any moment, take a deeper look at Isaiah 66:14-16, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

There seems to be more turmoil and friction within organizations and churches today. This leads to a functional operation rather than a remarkable one. So how do we make the necessary changes and elevate ourselves? Author Tim Foot joins the show to again share from his book "Reaching for Remarkable: The 7 Key Signatures Behind Every Remarkable Team". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on October 7, 2026

In Job 14:14 it says "If a man dies, will he live again?". What did Job believe about the grave? And did he have the same hope we have as believers today? Pastor Andy Davis is back to discuss all of this and more from a sermon he taught titled "If a Man Dies, Will He Live Again?". For Andy's book "Yet I Will Hope in Him": CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Bill is joined by friend Patrick Albanese as they dissect Psalms 23 and talk about putting everything in the correct context. Later, author Art Girard shares from his new book "Finding Meaning, Purpose, and Fulfillment: Making Sense of God, Life, and Success". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Prayer is something that is both caught and taught. And it's wonderful to know that not only are others praying for us, but Jesus is as well. Pastor Jarrett Stephens joins Bill to dive into John 17, discussing praying on behalf of someone, and the power that comes from it. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

The Lord truly wants a relationship with us. He doesn't just want us to avoid hell, he wants communion with his followers. Author Charles Martin joins Bill to share from his latest book "The Reason for Jesus". Later, Pro-Life activist Lyric Gillett discusses her ministry Faces of Choice and the impact that sharing stories from abortion survivors has. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

What's next after you release something you've held onto for years? How do you start living again after letting go? Pastor David Myles joins Bill and Wyatt once again to share how letting go of the past turns into trusting God more fully. For the notes from the show today: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

If Jesus is who he said he was, shouldn't we be paying more attention to what he taught? Author and apologetic specialist Dr. Doug Groothuis joins Bill to share from his new book "What If Jesus Is Right?: Examining Jesus' Claims About Himself in a World Full of Falsehoods". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on September 28, 2026

There is no such thing as a perfect parent, and often we can feel responsible when our children stray and rebel. What are we to do? Pastor Eric Davis joins the show to give an encouraging message to any parents with wayward children. He reflects on several passages in Scripture, including Ecclesiastes 7:13, Isaiah 1:2, Proverbs 22:15, Psalm 131, and many more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on September 29, 2026

What does it mean to truly be followers of Christ? Are we missing something? Author Tim Mulgrew joins the program to discuss what it means to have a true relationship with our Lord, sharing from his book "Christian, A Contract with God: Understanding the Terms of True Salvation". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. Together, they discuss if there will be a rapture, have a lengthy conversation about what replacement theology is, study Matthew 27:52-53, Jeremiah 23:33-40, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They discuss if telling unbelievers about God's unconditional love is the best place to start when sharing the Gospel, talk about our responsibility as Christians to know the Bible, explain Zechariah 4, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Are we alive and awake when it comes to our relationship with Jesus? Or are we just sleepwalking through life? Pastor Jonathan Bourman gives a stern warning about keeping our love for Christ alive, teaching from Song of Songs 5:1-6. Later, vice president of water for World Vison Dr. Greg Allgood shares how they're helping solve the global water crisis. For Dr. Greg Allgood's book "Thirsty for a Miracle": CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Is God with us when we suffer? Why do we have to experience suffering? Is it talked about much in the Bible? Professor David Merrill from Biola University joins the show to discuss all of this and more from Romans 8:18-30 and other passages in Scripture. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In 1 and 2 Peter we see themes of suffering, hope in Christ's return, the role of Scripture, encouragement towards continued growth, God's justice, and more. Bill is joined by Bible teacher Jeff Verdoorn who walks us through 1 Peter 5:8-11 sharing plenty of thoughts about Satan. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

So much can happen when kids know the word of God and that someone values them. And for many, they first experience this at Bible camp during the summer. Carl Kerby of Reasons for Hope joins the show to talk about his summer, and share about his new projects the UNSHAKEN camp and the Gospel League. Later, Fred Pry of Child Evangelism Fellowship talks about the rise of persecution against Christians in Nigeria. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our brain is incredibly complex and designed to remember well. Why is this? And how do we move forward from past hurts that keep popping into our head? Bill welcomes back Executive Director of Beauterre Dr. Tim Walsh to continue this discussion on how we heal and move forward from past hurts in our lives. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click Here

People are looking for the truth. When they come to the church will they find it? What they need to see, is transformational growth based on three aspects. Pastor Dave Ryerson joins Bill to discuss them and more from Romans 12-15. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Why is there a lack of trust in our world? who is responsible for carrying out justice? And how do we grow our integrity as humans? Author and apologist J. Warner Wallace joins the show to discuss all of this, his summer in Alaska, and much more. For all of Jim's books: CLICK HERE For details about the upcoming BGEA event in Eagan, Minnesota: CLICK HERE Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on September 23, 2026

Police officers want to be trusted, and communities want to trust their law enforcement. What is the solution? Center for Values-Based Initatives President and former Ramsey County (MN) Sheriff Matt Bostrom joins Bill to discuss the lessons he learned in law enforcement over the years. He talks about the importance of hiring officers based off character and then training them for competence, and much more, sharing from his book "Built for Trust: Building Community Trust in Policing". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on September 22, 2026

Our hour of "at least two Jews and a Gentile" is back, where one Gentile and at least two Messianic Jews give their perspective about Jewish traditions and faith. Bill is joined by Trevor Rubenstein, Pastor Aaron Braaten, Pastor Matt Frey, and Thom Berkowitz who share what Jesus came to do, how we can know he's the Messiah, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. They share that the words we use matter, examine the meaning of Proverbs 13:24, discuss if the Holy Spirit is gentle when leading us, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on December 11, 2025

Our unofficial panel of menfolk are back. Jeff Verdoorn, Pastor Tom Parrish and Dr. Greg Bourgond join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on listener questions. This hour they discuss the sin of pride, the assurance of salvation, what sanctification is, what practices are currently hurting the church today, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on December 11, 2025

There seems to be more turmoil and friction within organizations and churches today. This leads to a functional operation rather than a remarkable one. So how do we make the necessary changes and elevate ourselves? Author Tim Foot joins the show to again share from his book "Reaching for Remarkable: The 7 Key Signatures Behind Every Remarkable Team". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

We all long to feel accepted, loved, and have a sense of belonging in our world today. And the pain we experience when seeking this can help shape us into who God wants us to be. Author Heather Holleman joins Bill once again to share from the final installment of her Elita Brown series "This Seat's Yours". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click Here

There are several events and moments that help found America as a country unlike any other. Author Lawrence Reed joins Bill to discuss his book "Born of Ideas: How Principles, Faith, and Courage Forged America" sharing the key moments that shaped our nation. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

From sunrises, to that cup of coffee in the morning, to our day at work, we should be worshiping God in everything we do and experience. Pastor Steve DeWitt joins Bill to share this and more from his book "Enjoying God in Everything: A Guide to Maximizing Life's Pleasures". Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now

Our segment of "Counselors Corner" is back once again as Bible believing Counselors discuss personal, social, and psychlogical issues that many of us face. Dr. Todd Mulliken, Dr. Marcus Bachmann, and Dr. Jenita Pace join Bill to discuss forgiveness, if we truly want to be healed, intrusive thoughts, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on September 23, 2026

Communication has always been a gift from God. How are we stewarding it? Mark Seignious, professor of Media Arts for the University of Northwestern in St. Paul joins the show to share his background in radio, what the goal of Christian media should be, and much more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here *This conversation originally took place on September 9, 2026

What decision are you wrestling with? Without realizing it, we make hundreds of decision every day. What is the process for making a good decision? And should the Bible play a role? Bible teacher Beverly Coniaris is back to discuss all of this, and more. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now *This conversation originally took place on August 31, 2026