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Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik

Moody Radio

At times, all believers have questions about the Bible, God or the spiritual life. Where can we turn when we need guidance from the God's Word? Moody Radio encourages you to bring your Bible and spiritual life questions to Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik every week.

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Chicago, IL

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Moody Radio

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At times, all believers have questions about the Bible, God or the spiritual life. Where can we turn when we need guidance from the God's Word? Moody Radio encourages you to bring your Bible and spiritual life questions to Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik every week.

Language:

English

Contact:

820 N. LaSalle Blvd., Chicago, IL 60610


Episodes
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Hour 2: Christmas Mailbag

12/6/2025
Join us this weekend for Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik. Michael, his wife Eva Rydelnik, and producer Trish McMillan will tackle some of the Christmas and Hanukkah questions you've sent in. Grab your Bible and join Open Line for a holidays-focused study of the Scriptures. Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:00

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Hour 1: The Case for Christmas

12/6/2025
On our next Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, we’ll welcome journalist and former atheist Lee Strobel. He'll weigh the biblical and historical evidence of what happened in Bethlehem 2,000 years ago. Who was this Child in the manger? Join us as we explore the Case for Christmas on the next Open Line. Featured resource: The Case for Christmas by Lee Strobel Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary December thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:59

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Hour 2: Giving Thanks: A Study of Luke 17

11/29/2025
During this weekend that focuses on giving thanks, join Michael, Open Line producer Trish McMillan, and MBI professor Eva Rydelnik for a Bible study on thankfulness. What do the Scriptures say about giving thanks? Join this special Thanksgiving weekend edition of Open Line as we study Luke 17. Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:58

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Hour 1: Thanksgiving Mailbag

11/29/2025
This Saturday on a special Thanksgiving weekend edition of Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, we welcome Michael's wife Eva Rydelnik and producer Trish McMillan to study around the kitchen table. They’ll answer the Mailbag questions that you’ve sent in. Happy Thanksgiving to you from all of us at Open Line! Books mentioned: More Than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell Evidence That Demands a Verdict by Josh McDowell and Sean McDowell Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus by Nabeel Qureshi No God but One by Nabeel Qureshi God Came Near by Max Lucado The Case for Christmas by Lee Strobel Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:01

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Hour 1: From Genesis to Revelation

11/21/2025
Each weekend on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, we study the Scriptures from Genesis to Revelation. Join us with your Bible questions from your personal Bible study, your small group, a sermon you heard, or the question that stumped you. Bring your questions and study along with us this weekend on Open Line. Resources mentioned: Opening Word: At Thanksgiving, Are We Like Dogs or Cats? He Will Reign Forever by Michael Vlach Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 2: Hearts Full of Praise

11/21/2025
Psalm 100:4 says, "Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him and praise His name." As you prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, we hope you'll join Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik. We'll encourage you to praise the Lord for the blessings He's given. Study the Scriptures around the radio kitchen table when you join us with your Bible questions this weekend on Open Line. Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:47:00

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Hour 1: Autumn Bible Study

11/14/2025
Though the seasons may change around us, God never does. Join Open Line each Saturday to ask your Bible questions about our unchanging God to Bible teacher Dr. Michael Rydelnik. Study the Scriptures together with us this weekend. Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:55

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Hour 2: Did Jesus Really Say He Was God?

11/14/2025
Did Jesus really say He was God? On the next Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnlik, we will welcome Moody Bible Institute professor and apologist Dr. Mikel Del Rosario to talk about the historical Jesus. We'll dive into the Scriptures to see what He said about Himself. Whether you're searching for answers yourself or trying to share about Jesus with others, don't miss this important conversation on Open Line. Featured resource: Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? Making Sense of His Historical Claims by Mikel Del Rosario Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:52

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Hour 1: How Should Christians Think about Israel?

11/12/2025
How should Christians think about Israel? This weekend on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, Dr. Cisco Cotto will join us for a discussion withe Michael about how we shuld view Israel, the Jewish people, and the church. Don't miss this important conversation as we will examine ancient prophecies and their fulfillment in modern times, exploring Israel's unique identity and the special role Israel will play in God's plan in the Last Days. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 2: Israel and the Last Days

11/8/2025
Don't miss a special conversation this Saturday on Open Line as we discover God's faithfulness and understand Israel's central role in God's redemptive story. Dr. David Finkbeiner and Dr. Mike Vanlaningham will join Dr. Michael Rydelnik to discuss Israel and the Last Days. We will explore the Bible's teaching about Israel, prophecy, and God's unfolding plan for the end times. Hope you can join us for Open Line. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:59

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Hour 1: How Should Christians Think about Israel?

11/8/2025
How should Christians think about Israel? This weekend on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, Dr. Cisco Cotto will join us for a discussion withe Michael about how we shuld view Israel, the Jewish people, and the church. Don't miss this important conversation as we will examine ancient prophecies and their fulfillment in modern times, exploring Israel's unique identity and the special role Israel will play in God's plan in the Last Days. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:55

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Hour 1: Understanding God's Word

10/31/2025
The Bible is not difficult to understand, but sometime there are ideas or stories that don't make sense. When you read a passage that you have questions about, call Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik. Each weekend, Michael does his best to answer the questions you have from the Scriptures. Join us this Saturday for Open Line. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 7 Reasons Why You Can Trust the Bible by Erwin W. Lutzer Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:55

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Hour 2: Weekend Bible Study

10/31/2025
Each Saturday on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, we study the Scriptures together. We are guided in topic by the questions you call or email with. Grab your Bible and join us with your questions and study along with us each weekend. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary November thank you gift: How Should Christians Think About Israel? by Michael Rydelnik Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:53

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Hour 2: Our Unchanging God

10/25/2025
Isaiah 40:8 says, "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever." As we watch the tree leaves change colors and see the season change around us, we can trust that God and His Word won't change. As you study the Scriptures and have questions, call Dr. Michael Rydelnik for answers each Saturday on Open Line. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:53

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Hour 2: Our Unchanging God

10/25/2025
Isaiah 40:8 says, "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever." As we watch the tree leaves change colors and see the season change around us, we can trust that God and His Word won't change. As you study the Scriptures and have questions, call Dr. Michael Rydelnik for answers each Saturday on Open Line. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:53

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Hour 1: Our God Never Changes

10/25/2025
Though we may see change all around us, whether in the natural world preparing for winter or the human life cycle, we can find comfort in the knowledge that our God never changes. ​Each Saturday on Open Line, Dr. Michael Rydelnik answers your Bible questions about our unchanging God and the Bible He's given us. Call Open Line with your questions this weekend. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:57

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Hour 1: Our God Never Changes

10/25/2025
Though we may see change all around us, whether in the natural world preparing for winter or the human life cycle, we can find comfort in the knowledge that our God never changes. ​Each Saturday on Open Line, Dr. Michael Rydelnik answers your Bible questions about our unchanging God and the Bible He's given us. Call Open Line with your questions this weekend. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:57

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Hour 1: Asking Bible Questions

10/17/2025
​If you have a Bible question, join us for Open Line this Saturday. We open the Bible and our phone lines so you can ask your questions to Bible teacher Dr. Michael Rydelnik. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 2: Answering Bible Questions

10/17/2025
​Each Saturday on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, we answer the questions you have about the Savior, Scriptures, and the spiritual life. Join us with your questions this weekend. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hour 1: Swirling Bible Questions

10/10/2025
If your thoughts are swirling with questions about God's Word and how to make it real in your life, don't miss this weekend's Open Line. Each Saturday, Bible teacher Dr. Michael Rydelnik offers insights and encouragement to help you dig deeper into the Word of God and make it practical every day. Join with your questions for Open Line. Featured resources: Summit on Israel and the Last Days: November 8, 2025 Learn more about resources mentioned: Chosen People Ministries free gift FEBC podcast Moody Bible Commentary October thank you gift: Ultimate Bible Atlas Open Line is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Become a Kitchen Table Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/openline/partners See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:46:54