Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Segment 1

• Religious scrupulosity: common, crushing, misunderstood…

• A centuries-old problem resurfaces: why believers have always battled relentless, intrusive, condemning thoughts.

• When your conscience won’t shut off, how does it quietly rob your joy, assurance, and spiritual stability?

Segment 2

• Do you know God as mostly condemning—even while knowing the truth of his abounding mercy?

• Some personalities are wired toward scrupulosity. Where does your temperament lead you?

• The problems starts with confusing temptation, intrusive thoughts, and actual sin.

Segment 3

• David French sits down with Allie Beth Stuckey to discuss, among other things, politics.

• David French hesitates to question James Talarico’s Christianity—so where should the line be drawn?

• How do we honor our rulers when our rulers are scoundrels?

Segment 4

• Our political beliefs flow out from our worldview.

• Can someone hold radically unbiblical views about God and still be considered in the faith?

• What do you value more: niceness, or doctrinal truth and boundaries?

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It’s Witness Wednesday! Come along with Todd Friel to Georgia Tech where we meet students Kevin, Wyatt, and Peter. These are real people with real hopes, fears, and opinions on topics ranging from Eastern Orthodoxy to the AI revolution. If you’re waiting to see real evangelism and the Christian worldview applied to real-world topics, you’ve come to the right place.

Segment 1

• Kevin, an Eastern Orthodox Christian, seems to mistake earning something for grace.

• He explains faith + works… but does he accidentally argue like a Protestant?

• If other religions might get to heaven, what happens to Jesus’ exclusive claims?

Segment 2

• Todd discussed AI and resulting fears with engineering major Wyatt.

• Wyatt believes in Easter… but does he actually trust what it means?

• Is being a “good person” enough—or does that completely miss the point?

Segment 3

• If God judged your life today, would your “good intentions” actually hold up?

• Wyatt admits guilt—but assumes self-improvement can fix it… can it?

• Wyatt learns the true nature of forgiveness in Christ.

Segment 4

• Peter, casual Christian, says: “I’m a Christian… I just don’t think about it much”. Is that possible?

• Are “small sins” really small when they’re committed against a holy God?

• If God is both just and merciful, how can He forgive without compromising justice?

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SEGMENT 1

• Todd sits down to talk false teachers, the importance of church, and more with Justin Peters and Emeal Zwayne.

• Why do so many people follow false teachers who clearly exploit them?

• Most of those who follow false teachers aren’t just confused—they may be trusting a completely different gospel.

SEGMENT 2

• Todd remarks that Justin represents a rare combination when calling out false teachings.

• Gentleness isn’t weakness—it’s power under control, and Scripture commands it.

• There are two dangerous ditches: ignoring error and obsessing over it. Are you falling into one of those?

SEGMENT 3

• Why do some truth-driven Christians still come across as harsh or combative?

• Real gentleness flows from remembering who you were before Christ saved you.

• Can people tell if you genuinely care—or if they’re just another “project” or argument to win?

SEGMENT 4

• There seems to be one common denominator between those Christians who struggle to grow and mature.

• Lone-ranger Christians often become the harshest, most unteachable voices.

• Beautiful things happen when you actually combine Scripture, community, and obedience.

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Segment 1

• The SBC can’t seem to find their way past one particular issue.

• Dr. Albert Mohler pushes for clarity.

• What actually determines the outcome of the SBC vote—and what’s happening behind the scenes?

Segment 2

• Three cheers for Tennessee and what they’re deciding to reject.

• If we want to change the course of our country, scripture says the strategy is completely different than politics-first.

• What if the real “formula” for cultural change is slower—but far more effective?

Segment 3

• How did Christianity go from fringe sect to dominating an empire without protests or political power?

• Critics mocked believers for our secret weapon - and it’s been the same thing all along.

• What uncomfortable calling did early Christians embrace that modern believers often avoid?

Segment 4

• What happens when half the population no longer thinks sin exists?

• So many of our fellow countrymen think that the right laws and the right politicians could fix or save our country.

• If you want real moral change, it comes down to one thing.

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It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers.

Segment 1

• An elder at my church wants to start a group that prays for the Sunday service during the Sunday service. We are a small church that only holds one service, so this prayer group would miss the preaching of God's Word. What are your thoughts? - Anonymous

• My teenage daughter wants to know if we can actually rebuke stuff in the name of Jesus. Is this just a trendy thing to be doing amongst young Christians right now? - Ash

• Other than the fruit of the Spirit, are there any other signs that a person is filled with the Holy Spirit? - Anonymous

• Is there a historical or biblical precedent for women serving as deacons? - Ean

Segment 2

• I heard you critique a new book recently about somebody taking a trip to heaven. What motivates a person to say these things? Could they actually believe they're being truthful? - Anonymous

• Would you happen to know any good biblical resources that could point me to how I can help my sons prepare for a career path in their lives? I want my sons to succeed and to help them as the Lord leads, but I'm not sure how to do this. - Ricky

• I have a teenage daughter who fell into the woke world. Things have gotten better after two years, but I would like a few biblical pointers to help me not only endure this trial but also continue to encourage my daughter in a positive, biblical way. - Anonymous

Segment 3

• How do you respond to all the brothers and sisters who are moon landing deniers? My biggest issue with them is that they are denying the testimony of brothers in Christ who walked on the moon (Charlie Duke & Jim Irwin), not to mention the countless others who have worked on the space program. I know it is not a primary issue, but to call brothers and sisters in Christ liars is a big deal. - Michael

Segment 4

• If there is no temptation to sin in Heaven, how did Satan get the idea for an uprising? - Joe

• I am 21 years old and have been married for just over a year now, and my parents have been very adamant about us visiting their church sometimes. They attend a church of Christ, and we do not. We also love worshipping at our own church. What should we do? - Anonymous

• What are some good parenting resources that combat gentle parenting and encourage healthy, biblical parenting? - Anna

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