Afternoons With Bill Arnold

Jon and Pam Bloom from Desiring God join Bill to talk about the people dealing with immense struggles in this time and how we need to look to Jesus' example to provide us hope. Click here for article reference from the show Reference books and articles: When Darkness Seems My Closest Friend, When The Darkness Will Not Lift, A Hunger for God, My Soul Faints for You, The Unexpected Answers of God, Praying for a Breakthrough

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Tom Brock, Peter Kapsner, Justin Jeppesen and Tom Parrish join Bill to give their unique male perspectives on how to follow Christ daily, ritual and relationship, and more.

As we face the virus threat, we must also thoughtfully consider emerging threats to liberty. Dr. Everett Piper helps us think biblically about safety, liberty, and responsibility. Then Dr. Tim Walsh shares hope for those recovering from addiction & mental health issues, and how our struggles transform and strengthen our souls.

Dogs can teach us so much about love, loyalty, and devotion. Prolific author and storyteller Ace Collins shares how God opens our world and enriches our lives through special dogs from his books, Man's Best Hero, Service Tails, and In The Line of Fire.

Jonathan Leeman reflects on the multi-campus church model and how to strive for biblical unity from his new book, "One Assembly." Then Dr. Darrell Bock previews a new research study with pastors on “Pandemics, Prophecy & the Middle East.”  

We review the latest news from the nation's capital with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal. Then pastor/counselor Paul Tautges speaks to those experiencing grief and loss, and helps us apply God's healing words of comfort to life's wounds, in "A Small Book for the Hurting Heart."

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 famed researcher George Barna shares the latest picture of our culture's worldview on the Bible, and why the church must lead differently.

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Then on the Monday Afternoon Mix, we discuss creative ways to care for widows, seniors, and the vulnerable amid the pandemic restrictions, and trusting our fears to God's faithful promises with Pastor David Myles.

Philip Shorey, founder of the Suitcase Sideshow marionette theater, shares how he uses unique, creative performances to tell the world about Jesus from his book, "Kill Your Art: A Street Performer's Guide to being a Messenger of Jesus Christ."

God calls us to extend forgiveness to those who do us harm. That can seem like an impossible task. Ruth Graham shares her journey to forgiveness and freedom, in her book "Forgiving My Father, Forgiving Myself: An Invitation to the Miracle of Forgiveness."

Former professional hockey player Bill Butters shares how God used a group of 12-year old boys to reveal Christ's redeeming love. Then Dr. Mark Seignious helps us think about our spiritual and social "blind spots," and cultivating the humility to learn and grow.

Our unofficial panel of menfolk is back! Tom Brock, Justin Jeppesen, Peter Kapsner, and Tom Parrish give their unique male perspectives on what Jesus would really do (and if we can do it), discerning a true word from the Lord, on marriage and divorce, Tom's quarantine pottery, and more!

Returning to the book of beginnings, David Wheaton shares the relevant guidance in Genesis 9 -10 on Noah and the Great Flood.  (You can find Part 1 here). Then Richard Bahr describes the unique challenges of serving homeless people during the current pandemic, and how to reach out vs. stepping back.

This season of quarantine and extra "togetherness" also reveals many opportunities: are we getting stressed or blessed?  Dr. Glenn Pickering encourages us to use this crisis to examine our hearts and get intentional about our relationships with God and one another.

Now is the time to prioritize what matters. Greg Bourgond helps us discern our hills to die on, hills to bleed on, and hills not to climb at all. Then pastor Brent Kuhlman encourages our delight in the fact of Christ's bodily resurrection from the dead is to reign forevermore.

Our weekly Washington Update with Rob Bluey, executive editor of The Daily Signal, reviews the latest news from the nation’s capitol. Then author Tim Challies takes us around the world on a fascinating journey though Christian history catalogued in his new book, "Epic."

God's definition of manhood is much more than what guys shouldn’t be. Greg Morse points us to the perfect image of manly courage, virtue, strength, and sacrifice of Christ. Then Scott Sauls reflects on the unique challenge and honor we have to shine for Christ in a time of isolation.

We take a humorous look at news and life with friend and colleague Patrick Albanese. Then on the Monday Afternoon Mix, we magnify the name of Jesus, and the incredible access we now have to God through Christ's resurrection with Pastor David Myles.

In a special hour of music and scripture, Bill walks us through the Gospels' accounts of Christ's trial and crucifixion, as we remember the ultimate sacrifice: Jesus laid down his life for our sins at Calvary, so we might be saved.

Robert J. Nash shares seven phrases at the cross that express the depth of Christ's love. Then author and theologian Ian Paul. describes remarkable details of each account of the crucifixion and how they bear witness to the reality of Jesus' death and the truth of His resurrection.