Afternoons With Bill Arnold

Returning to the book of beginnings, David Wheaton  reviews God's covenant promise to Abraham, the mystery of Melchizedek, and more in Genesis 14-15. (Find Part 1 of our series on Genesis here). Then we're excited to "OPEN the Bible" this summer with Pastor Colin Smith of Unlocking the Bible.

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Then pastor (and former NFL player) Derwin Gray leads us back to Jesus to discover "The Good Life: What Jesus Teaches about Finding True Happiness."

We open up the text lines and our Bibles for another edition of “Ask the Professor!” Professor Mark Muska from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul tackles your questions on the resurrection, who's a child of Abraham, long vs. short prayers, what Ruth is really about, why Jesus asked questions, and more.

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Then Dr. Tim Muehlhoff empowers us to guard our marriages from spiritual attack from his book, "Defending Your Marriage: The Reality of Spiritual Battle."

God warns us of the trouble a "root of bitterness" can cause. Pastor Dawson Muska invites us to trust our heavenly Father's forgiveness and release bitterness today. Then scholar/blogger Rebecca Rhee shares how God displays His grace in our everyday lives--from messy bedsheets to missing socks.

What's the secret to a life truly and fully lived? Prolific author and storyteller Ace Collins shares memorable stories of unique people who thrived in tough times, and shine as examples of contagious optimism, from his book, GrATTITUDE.

In such a divided world, author Trillia Newbell says the church can demonstrate the heavenly reality, living out the gospel of reconciliation across our differences. Then we meet Bill's friend, Chris Hoffman, who shares his story of searching for truth, ultimately finding answers in the Truth Himself.

Stories of miraculous healing or angelic visions can be met with skepticism. What does the evidence show? Best-selling author and journalist Lee Strobel shares investigations of supernatural experiences around the world, and evidence of God's wonder-working power, from his book, The Case for Miracles

If you've lain awake wrestling doubts about God, you're not alone--and God is not surprised or offended by our struggles.  Jon and Pam Bloom lead us through Psalm 77, a song for a soul in crisis, and encourage us to walk by faith even when God seems hard to trust. Referenced Article: My Soul Refuses to be Comforted Music: Lament (Psalm 77) by Seth Primm, Fellowship Worship.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Tom Brock, Peter Kapsner, and Tom Parish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on what it means to be holy, celebrating Christ's ascension (and our hope), why church/community is essential to kingdom life, and more.

As we guard against viral threats to our safety, so should we guard against emerging threats to liberty. Dr. Everett Piper helps us think biblically about safety, liberty, and responsibility. Then Dr. Kent Dunnington debunks seven  myths about addiction and encourages those in recovery from his book "Addiction and Virtue."

Living for Christ is a call to action. But spiritual disciplines that transform us --like prayer, Bible reading, ministry--don't have to be complicated. Author/speaker Vince Miller shares practical ways to build our spiritual muscles and live in obedience, from his book, Called to Act: 5 Uncomplicated Disciplines For Men.

Today's tensions don't have to derail the joy in our relationships--in fact, God can use difficult circumstances to grow and mature us.  Clinical therapist Dr. Marcus Bachmann offers biblical wisdom and guidance on building resilience and empathy, trusting God with our outcomes, and more.

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Then we address communication challenges in the "social-distance" era, the role of motivations vs. perceptions, building a foundation of trust and more, with negotiation expert Sheila Heen.

What does Pascal's famous "wager" regarding the existence of God really mean? Philosopher Doug Groothuis helps us rethink Pascal's actual claims and how they can strengthen our faith. Then Dr. Cal Beisner presents two views on creation stewardship and the goal of God's command to use/care for His earth.

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Then we study the power of prayer and specific ways God instructs His people to pray--for our enemies, our leaders, the lost, our own hearts, and more--with Pastor David Myles.

As restrictions loosen, churches prepare to gather in person again. Dr. Alex McFarland helps us navigate the next chapter of church life. Then Scott Abrams shares his story as a physician addicted to painkillers, and how Jesus became real to him in rehab, from his book, "Freedom in the Fight."

What's the secret to a life truly and fully lived? Prolific author and storyteller Ace Collins shares memorable stories of unique people who thrived in tough times, and shine as examples of contagious optimism, from his book, GrATTITUDE.

God loves you, but did you know He also really likes you? Greg Morse from Desiring God reminds us who we are, and how to live as God's dearly beloved.  Then scholar/blogger Rebecca Rhee shares how God displays His grace in our everyday lives--from messy bedsheets to missing socks.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Peter Kapsner hosts with Tom Brock and Tom Parrish to give their unique male perspectives on signs of the End Times and the rapture, whether the Second Coming is around the corner, waiting with joy, what's missing with online church, and more!