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Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Fortis Institute

Wretched Radio is hosted by Todd Friel. On the show, you will hear live witnessing encounters, discussions of tough theological issues, and various topics in the Christian community. You might even have a laugh.

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PHIL JOHNSON: THE REAL JOHN MACARTHUR—WARM,...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/24

Phil Johnson spent 45 years alongside John MacArthur—and now opens up about the man behind the pulpit. From private regrets to public faithfulness, this candid conversation explores what made MacArthur the shepherd, not the celebrity. Segment 1: A Diagnosis, a Death, and Dying Well • Phil shares his own cancer battle and how it shaped his view of mortality • Reflects on MacArthur’s final days and the surprising way he spoke of heaven • What it means for Christians to prepare to die

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THE LIE OF “MY TRUTH” MEETS THE REALITY OF GOD

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/23

It’s Witness Wednesday! What happens when brilliant students cling to broken views of truth, religion, and identity? Todd heads to Georgia Tech to ask hard questions—and expose just how far people will go to avoid the real Jesus. Segment 1: The physics student who says truth is whatever you believe • Can logic shake his postmodern foundation? • What does he say when confronted with objective reality? Segment 2: The aerospace major who claims to be a Christian • His faith

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FALSE PROPHET? THE LATEST ATTACK ON JOHN MACARTHUR

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/22

Segment 1 • Todd reflects on seeing The Screwtape Letters in Greenville, SC. • The smarter you get in theology, the easier it is to grow prideful. • Scott Aniol becomes G3 Ministries President; reminder to engage secondary disagreements with grace. Segment 2 • Porn remains the top sin struggle listeners report. • Examine your heart: Are you pursuing sin because it’s easy? Are you lazy? • Evict the enemy—better to lose comfort than lose your purity. Segment 3 •

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WHAT REALLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU ENCOUNTER GOD

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/21

Wait a minute — that’s not Todd! Today on Wretched Radio, Fortis Institute Fellow and Way of Manhood host Dr. Adam Tyson explores how seeing God’s holiness exposes our sin, fuels worship, transforms our speech, and empowers us to forgive. Segment 1 • Seeing God’s holiness exposes your sin and demands a response—repent or reject. • Isaiah’s vision shows God’s majesty and your unworthiness: “Woe is me… I am a man of unclean lips.” • Real encounters with God lead to humility,

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MAILBAG FRIDAY: PORN RECOVERY. FALSE TEACHERS....

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/18

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1 • If sin separates us from God, why do you say it can’t? • I’ve found freedom from pornography—how can I help other men using “Play the Man”? Segment 2 • Thankful for early exposure to Dr. MacArthur’s preaching—what a difference it made. • Does following Word of Faith or NAR teachings make someone a pagan? Segment 3 • Why doesn’t God seem to help when I pray for patience with my toddler? AND, What

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THE CHATBOT TOLD ME TO QUIT MY JOB (AND DIVORCE MY WIFE)

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/17

Wait a minute — that’s not Todd! Today on Wretched Radio, Fortis Institute Fellow and host of Transformed, Dr. Greg Gifford steps in as guest host to discuss the AI revolution and how it is impacting you. Be sure to check out Dr. Gifford’s new book, “Lies My Therapist Told Me”. Details below! Segment 1: • Chatbots now offer therapy, relationship advice, and worldview shaping—are you ready for AI “friends”? • Most people have only 3 close friends; AI companies say they need 15—and they're

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54:59

WITNESS WEDNESDAY: “I MAY JUST HAVE TO ACCEPT HELL”

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/16

It’s Witness Wednesday! In this episode of Wretched Radio, Todd engages in deep, thought-provoking discussions with Georgia Tech students Ryan and Dallas about God's existence, the Gospel, and the moral implications of their beliefs. Todd employs logic and morality to present the Christian viewpoint, challenging their perspectives and highlighting the importance of reconciling with God through Jesus Christ. Segment 1: • Ryan calls himself "probably agnostic," leaning toward Big Bang over

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DR. JOHN MACARTHUR WOULD HAVE US SAY, “LOOK WHAT...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/15

Segment 1: • Dr. John MacArthur has passed, but his gospel legacy endures. • He was simply a tool in the Carpenter’s hand—Christ deserves the glory. • Mourn not fearfully, but gratefully: “Look what Jesus has done.” Segment 2: • MacArthur preached through the New Testament for 42 years, never wavering from expository preaching. • He carried himself with pastoral dignity, never settling for entertainment over shepherding souls. • When death comes, serious men—not silly

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HOW MACARTHUR’S LEGACY SHOULD LEAD YOU TO ENCOURAGE...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/14

Segment 1: • John MacArthur has contracted pneumonia and may soon meet his Savior. • Why do we mourn when a believer has their best day ahead? • God’s church will endure; Dr. MacArthur’s ministry points us to Christ, not himself. Segment 2: • “Death is a believer’s coronation day”—a reminder from Thomas Brooks. • Church fellowship now is just a glimpse of heavenly fellowship. • We grieve, yet with hope, knowing eternity is coming. Segment 3: • Remembering when you

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WHEN YOUR SPOUSE MIGHT BE A FALSE CONVERT—HOW TO...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/11

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1: • Are pipe organs and bagpipes really the same instrument? • Is it appropriate for a woman to give men a booklet about porn and manhood? • I fell into sin again—do I need to “start over” or keep going? • My husband seems like a false convert—should I confront him or just pray? Segment 2: • Does God expect me to obey the Bible before He’ll show me His will for my life? • How can I help a friend

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IS BAD BIBLE READING RESPONSIBLE FOR DESTROYING...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/10

Segment 1: • The Methodist church (and now PCUSA) shows what happens when you abandon Sola Scriptura. • Liberation Theology and LGBT compromise start with bad hermeneutics. • “Herman Who?” (soon free) will help you see why hermeneutics matters for staying faithful. Segment 2: • Not all modern worship is shallow—some songs (like Matt Papa/Boswell) get it right. • Most contemporary worship, though, remains me-centered and theologically thin. • Discernment in music shapes

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THINK YOU’RE IGNORING GOD? YOUR CONSCIENCE TESTIFIES...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/09

It’s Witness Wednesday! In this episode of Wretched Radio's Witness Wednesday, Todd engages in philosophical and theological conversations with several Georgia Tech students about their beliefs and life's purpose. Todd speaks with Orin, a 22-year-old mechanical engineering student who shares his thoughts on Christianity and his own faith journey. Next, Todd talks with a French aerospace engineering student, who identifies as an atheist, discussing the complexity of belief systems and the concept

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CONQUERING LUST AND GREED STARTS WITH LOVING JESUS MORE!

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/08

Segment 1: • “Play the Man” cards are now in 200+ locations to equip men for evangelism. • Fortis’ mission: Souls matter more than any cultural win. • Visit fortisinstitute.org/playtheman to grab cards and join the work. Segment 2: • You don’t need a “new you” gimmick if you’re in Christ—you are a new creation. • Real change comes from loving Jesus more than your sins, not self-help hacks. • Lust and greed are conquered when you treasure Christ above all. Segment 3:

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IS AI ERASING THE IMAGE OF GOD?

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/07

Segment 1: • What makes us different from machines? Todd unpacks the doctrine of Imago Dei and how AI is blurring the lines between man and machine. • A Christianity Today issue surprisingly focuses on AI—but how helpful was it really? • Baylor gets a grant to study why Christianity "hurts" LGBT students. Todd explores the deeper problem behind that question. • AI algorithms are shaping addictive social media habits—and possibly shaping your soul. Segment 2: • What is

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WHY YOU KEEP CLICKING ON SINFUL CONTENT—EVEN WHEN YOU...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/04

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1: • Am I sinning if I skip serving at church because I disagree with a guest preacher? • Should women teach deep theology to other women—or is that reserved for elders? • Will I spiritually starve after graduating youth group—and how can I stay fed? • How can you tell a true believer from someone who just looks and acts like one? • Why can’t I stop watching sinful entertainment even when I feel dead to it

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DOES GOD WANT AMERICA TO BE A CHRISTIAN NATION?

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/03

Segment 1: • John MacArthur: There is no such thing as “Christian Nationalism.” • Jesus never tied political power to advancing His kingdom. • Christ came for hearts, not government control—He calls us to live transformed lives, not to seize nations. Segment 2: • Christians should care about politics, but can’t force governments to obey Scripture. • Jesus' kingdom is not of this world—He didn’t overthrow Rome. • Christian Nationalism often lacks clear biblical support

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IS MOMENTARY FUN WORTH ETERNITY IN HELL? A STUDENT...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/02

It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel meets Phillip and Scott at Georgia Tech and explores topics around purgatory, capitalism, sin, and God's laws. Todd challenges Philip, who maintains dual French-American citizenship, on his beliefs about capitalism versus socialism and his reluctant acceptance of God, while addressing Scott's skepticism on God's justice and the nature of sin. These candid discussions reveal important insights into morality, belief, and human nature. Segment 1: • Philip

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HOW YOU CAN HELP YOUNG MEN “PLAY THE MAN”!

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/07/01

Segment 1: • Free evangelism tool alert: “Play the Man” challenges young men to grow up spiritually. • Video games and porn will keep you weak, distracted, and stuck in immaturity. • Want to fulfill your God-given purpose? Put away childish distractions and step up. Segment 2: • Genuine preaching fuels your mind with God’s truth and beauty, not just feelings. • Does your pastor preach so that you leave knowing “God reigns”? • If the supremacy of God isn’t clear in

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CAN PARENTS STILL PARENT? WHY SCOTUS RULINGS MATTER...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/06/30

Segment 1: • Want to lose weight biblically? Todd jokes about “The Fortis Cup Bearer Diet” while warning against diet fads. • Supreme Court rules parents in Maryland can pull kids from objectionable lessons—why should parents need permission to parent? • Todd connects parental rights to the bigger fight against the mental health industrial complex controlling family decisions. Segment 2: • Supreme Court rulings trending positively. Why now? • Unpacks the White House Faith

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FEELING VULNERABLE? SETTING BOUNDARIES WITH BOLDNESS...

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel ·

2025/06/27

It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers! Segment 1: • How should a young single woman biblically handle older men flirting with her in public? • What does it really mean for a man to be “above reproach” and “the husband of one wife”? Segment 2: • Do lustful thoughts disqualify someone from leadership—even if they’re fleeting? • Is it wrong for a church to require immersion baptism for membership if I was baptized by pouring? • Am I sinning daily by

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