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Iron Sharpens Iron Radio

Iron Sharpens Iron Radio
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Addressing a multitude of topics from a distinctly Reformed Christian worldview

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Latest Episodes

June 5, 2026

JOSEPH WEISSMAN,

cofounder with his wife Jami of

the Reformed publisher Berith

Press, who will address: “The PRACTICAL DIVINITY of

the PAPISTS DISCOVERED to be

DESTRUCTIVE of CHRISTIANITY

& MEN’s SOULS by DAVID CLARK-

SON (an EXAMINATIO... more

June 4, 2026

JACOB TANNER,

author, pastor of Christ Keystone

Church in Mifflinburg, PA & Teach-

ing Fellow with the Ezra Institute,

who will address:

“A QUALIFIED MAN: CULTIVATING

the CHARACTER of a GODLY LEAD-

ER”

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* iTunes

* ... more

June 3, 2026

WILLIAM SHISHKO,

founding pastor of The Haven, an

Orthodox Presbyterian Church in

Commack, Long Island, NY, now

serving as Evangelist for the OPC’s

Presbytery of Connecticut & South-

ern New York, who will address: “BRAVE NEW WORLD REVI... more

May 27, 2026

JIM HARRISON,

Pastor of Red Mills Baptist Church of

Mahopac Falls, NY, who will address:

“The CONTROVERSY OVER the

CHURCH BEING the FULFILLMENT

of ISRAEL (& a RESPONSE to ALBERT

MOHLER’s DEFENSE of the MODERN

STATE of ISRAEL FULFILLING... more

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Recent Guests

Jim Harrison
Pastor of Red Mills Baptist Church
Red Mills Baptist Church, Mayapack Falls, New York
Episode: May 27, 2026 Show with Jim Harrison on “The Controversy Over the Church Being the Fulfilment of Israel”
David A. Harrell
Author and senior pastor and teacher at Calvary Bible Church
Calvary Bible Church, Jolton, Tennessee
Episode: May 26, 2026 Show with Dr. David A. Harrell on “God, Evil, & Suffering: Understanding God’s Role in Tragedies & Atrocities”
Mark Hamilton
Pastor of Faithful Stones Church, Buffalo, New York
Faithful Stones Church, Buffalo, NY
Episode: May 22, 2026 Show with Mark Hamilton on “Justification: The Core Issue Separating True Christians from False”
Pavel Steiger
Author, radio missionary, translator, publisher, conference speaker in the Czech Republic
Reach Beyond (Steiger.cz) and Calvary Press Publishing
Episode: May 21, 2026 Show with Pavel Steiger on “My Glory I Will Not Give to Another”
Keith A. Evans
Associate Professor of Christian Counseling; former Director of the Biblical Counseling Institute; Academic Dean at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte; Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Episode: May 20, 2026 Show with Dr. Keith Evans on “Satan & the Demons: What They Can & Cannot Do”
Pascal Denault
Lecturer in Covenant Theology at Reformed Baptist Seminary; pastor in Quebec, Canada; author of The Distinctiveness of Baptist Covenant Theology
Reformed Baptist Seminary; Reformed Baptist Church of Saint-Geron
Episode: May 19, 2026 Show with Pascal Denault on “The Distinctiveness of Baptist Covenant Theology”
Jonathan Blair
Actor who portrayed George Whitefield in A Great Awakening
Sight and Sound Films
Episode: May 14, 2026 Show with Jonathan Blair and Joshua Enck on “A Great Awakening: Why This Film Was Made, & Why George Whitefield Was Chosen As Its Primary Focus”
Joshua Enck
Director and president of Sight and Sound
Sight and Sound
Episode: May 14, 2026 Show with Jonathan Blair and Joshua Enck on “A Great Awakening: Why This Film Was Made, & Why George Whitefield Was Chosen As Its Primary Focus”
Simon O'Mahony
Pastor, Trinity Reformed Baptist Church of Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Trinity Reformed Baptist Church of Carlisle
Episode: May 12, 2026 Show with Simon O’Mahony on “Why We Use Fermented Wine in the Lord’s Supper, & Why We Celebrate It Every Sunday”

Host

Christopher Arnzen
Host of Iron Sharpens Iron Radio; primary interviewer and program organizer; engages on Reformed theology, apologetics, and pastoral ministry.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 158 ratings
  • Amazing!

    I listen to this radio station regularly and absolutely love it. Chris Arnzen’s voice is not overbearing like some radio stations, but Chris’ voice is very easy to understand and the content on the radio station is 10 out of 10, I highly recommend you give 1 episode a go and you will be back for more great content in the future!

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    Bainbrigge
    Australia10 months ago
  • Promotes the downfall of our society

    Thinks whites who love their own people are unregenerate!

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    PreteristDispy
    Canada2 years ago
  • This podcast has been a blessing and the topics they cover have been helpful.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Damos
    2 years ago
  • Excellent Program

    I may be biased because I have been interviewed by Chris before, but I was a long time listener before that. He is a great interviewer, and serves Christ. I really appreciate his conversation skills and am always left refreshed after I listen to one of his interviews. I’m grateful for his dedication and would highly recommend his podcast to Christians and Non-Christians alike.

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    5
    Alex VFC
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent! Addresses vital neglected subjects with faithful biblically-rooted guests!

    Highly recommended! Chris is a skilled broadcaster with deep biblical convictions. He is honest enough to admit without any shame or deception that he has these pre-commitments and convictions (unlike so many in the enemedia who claim to be merely impartial). Chris is fair-minded to guests who differ and allows guests (even those he may not totally agree with) to make their arguments clearly and at length. He also asks hard follow up questions and won’t let anyone get off the hook easily. This p... more

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    Pastor B@ FBC Niles (IL)
    United States4 years ago

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Thoughtful, deep theological content with strong preaching and interview skills.
Listeners value irenic yet rigorous dialogue and clear confessional stance.
Long-form conversations are appreciated by those seeking substance over hype.
A solid resource for pastors and academically minded Christians.
High-quality guests but some note frequent sponsor reads interrupting flow.

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May 27, 2026 Show with Jim Harrison on “The Controversy Over the Church Being the Fulfilment of Israel”
Q: How do dispensationalists respond to passages like 1 Peter 2:9 that ascribe royal titles to the church?
Dispensationalists would say those titles describe the church but stop short of saying the church and Israel are identical; they maintain a distinction between the two groups while recognizing shared characteristics.
May 26, 2026 Show with Dr. David A. Harrell on “God, Evil, & Suffering: Understanding God’s Role in Tragedies & Atrocities”
Q: What is your exegesis of Romans 8:28 in this context?
That verse applies to those who love God and are called according to his purpose; it is not a blanket promise for everyone, and its full meaning is understood within the broader framework of God's sovereignty and the Gospel call—trust in God even when the reasons are not fully understood.
May 26, 2026 Show with Dr. David A. Harrell on “God, Evil, & Suffering: Understanding God’s Role in Tragedies & Atrocities”
Q: How do you respond to the claim that ultimate control means you are the author of evil?
The position is that God did not directly cause evil, but he ordains or allows it through the voluntary actions of others; it remains an inscrutable mystery, yet Scripture shows God's ultimate sovereignty and purposes in allowing evil, which should lead to trust in his goodness rather than questioning his character.
May 21, 2026 Show with Pavel Steiger on “My Glory I Will Not Give to Another”
Q: How do you respond to Arminian critiques that God cannot be the author of sin?
The guests explain that God decrees what happens while the sin is committed by humans; they use confessional theology and analogies (e.g., Tolkien) to illustrate the distinction between God's sovereignty and human action.
May 21, 2026 Show with Pavel Steiger on “My Glory I Will Not Give to Another”
Q: What motivated you to write My Glory I Will Not Give to Another, and how did the Czech audience respond to it?
Steiger states the book grew from magazine articles and a desire to present the five-point Calvinism clearly to a Czech audience, with translations into Polish and later English; the Czech reception was strong, and it has found audiences beyond its original market.

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What is Iron Sharpens Iron Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show engages a Reformed Christian worldview across interview-driven conversations with pastors, theologians, authors, and ministry leaders. Episodes tend to center on doctrinal subjects (sola fide, covenant theology, demonology, church planting) and practical ministry themes, often mixing personal testimony, historical context, and appeals for audience questions or sponsorships. Notable strengths include long-form, thoughtful dialogue with a willingness to defend confessional positions while welcoming diverse guests, and a steady cadence of sponsor reads that support church-focused ministry. Listeners are likely seeking deep theological discussion, pastoral insight, and resources for church life and apologetics.

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1. Jim Harrison
2. David A. Harrell
3. Mark Hamilton
4. Pavel Steiger
5. Keith A. Evans
6. Pascal Denault
7. Jonathan Blair
8. Joshua Enck

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