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Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

IS YOUR FAITH BUILT ON POLITICS OR THE GOSPEL? TIME TO DECIDE

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Fortis Institute

Christianity, Religion & Spirituality

4.8 • 3.2K Ratings

🗓️ 7 November 2024

⏱️ 55 minutes

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Summary

Segment 1: • Beware of Overcorrection: Don’t swing too far in response to political wins or losses—keep the faith focused on Kingdom values. • Celebrate, Then Refocus: Rejoice in positive change but remember, God’s mission is ongoing, and it’s time to get busy with real work. • Limit Political Saviors: Leaders can’t bring in a "Godly age"; political slogans aren’t the solution—God’s work goes beyond them. Segment 2: • Historical Futility Reminder: Knowing history’s fleeting importance—like recalling 1900’s President—keeps our focus on what truly lasts. • Judgment of Works: All we do will face judgment; make choices with eternal value in mind, not temporary pursuits. • Avoid Mystical Distractions: Mysticism can cloud focus; keep your faith centered on the Gospel, avoiding traps that pull us away. Segment 3: • Focus on the Eternal: "It’s Eternity, Stupid" reminds us to keep the church’s purpose above the chaos of political winds. • Gospel as True Change Agent: Real change comes from the Gospel, not political figures, keeping our hope on Jesus. • Truth over Politicians: The Church’s allegiance is to truth and biblical principles, not any politician—support leaders who align, but stay rooted in faith. Segment 4: • Review of Practicing the Way: John Mark Comer’s book reviewed for missing true Gospel clarity, promoting feel-good over faith-depth. • Disconnect in Christian Publishing: Many books bridge faith and culture but risk a lack of biblical substance, distancing people from true faith. • Mystical and Misguided: Comer’s approach leans into mysticism and cultural relevance, but without grounding in Gospel essentials. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn’t be more thankful for you if we tried!

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0:00.0

Ritchin Radio begins in three, two, one.

0:06.9

You are God's, little G. You are gods because you came from God.

0:12.7

When I read in the Bible where he says, I am, I just smile and say yes, I am too.

0:17.3

God came from heaven, became a man, made man into little gods. We have the potential and the

0:23.6

capacity through a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ to know God, but that does not mean we are God.

0:30.7

The Bible is very clear. There is only one God, and he will not share his glory with another.

0:37.9

It's time for Wretched Radio with Todd Friel.

0:41.2

Even if you're a Baptist, you need to heed this warning.

0:45.6

This is Wretched Radio.

0:48.1

Whether you consume alcohol or not, do not get drunk.

0:55.0

You say, I abstain from alcohol.

0:57.6

How could I possibly get drunk?

0:59.4

I'm not talking about intoxication.

1:02.6

I'm talking about politics.

1:06.3

Hey, did you hear there was an election?

1:08.6

Ha ha ha ha ha ha. We didn't talk about it yesterday because we're trying to not be drunk.

1:16.8

You say, Friel, quit being so cryptic about what are you speaking?

1:22.1

I'm talking about Luther's drunken man who gets on a horse, falls off the right side, gets back up, gets back on, falls

1:30.5

off the left side. You and I have a propensity, don't we? Have you noticed that about yourself

1:36.3

to see something that's wrong and correct? So you're in the saddle, but then we tend to overcorrect.

1:44.8

And I think now is one of those moments we need to be aware that we can be drunk on either side of the election issue.

1:54.0

On one side, I've been hearing some Christians say, hey, so the guy that you wanted one, but the church needs to get back on it,

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