The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
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- 25Unbelief. Pornography. Holy Spirit.What is the sin that leads to death? Why is it compared to sin that doesn't lead to death? Should I attend a class that will help me with pornography? Did the disciples really have the Holy Spirit before Pentecost? What's your take on the Ethiopian Bible?
- 26Pentecost. Behavior Verses. Women in Church.What was Pentecost for the Jews? Why did God choose it as the big day to reveal new birth by the Holy Spirit? What happened on Pentecost? Every time I read behavior passages in the New Testament, I start to feel guilty for everything I've done. What can I do? My mom and I debate the role of women in the New Testament church. What are they allowed to do?
- 27Jesus Never Asked You to Do That! - Part 1Are You Trying to Get What You've Already Got? What if some of the most common phrases in Christianity are things Jesus never actually said? He never told you to get closer to God, ask for more of the Holy Spirit, or strive for more of His presence. In this message, Andrew Farley opens Scripture to reveal a breathtaking reality: because of the finished work of Jesus, you're already near, already complete, and already fully equipped for life in Christ. Discussion Questions: Read John 14:19–20. How does Jesus' description ("you in Me, and I in you") change the way we think about our closeness to God? Read Colossians 3:3–4. What do the phrases "hidden with Christ in God" and "Christ, who is our life" tell us about how secure and inseparable our relationship with Him really is? Read Ephesians 2:5–6. What difference does it make to realize that God has already made us alive, raised us, and seated us with Christ rather than asking us to climb our way toward Him? Read Ephesians 1:3. What does the phrase "every spiritual blessing" leave out and how should that affect the way we pray and think about what we possess in Christ? Read Romans 8:32. How does the fact that God already gave us His own Son challenge the fear that He might be withholding something important from us now? Read 2 Corinthians 1:21–22. What do the words established, anointed, sealed, and gave tell us about whether we are still waiting for God to do something more spiritually? Read Galatians 4:6–7. Why did God send the Spirit of His Son into our hearts? And what does that reveal about the Spirit being part of our identity as God's children rather than a reward for spiritual achievement? Read 1 Corinthians 12:13. What is Paul emphasizing by repeatedly saying all believers were baptized by one Spirit and all were made to drink of one Spirit? Read Romans 8:9–10. How does Paul's statement that anyone without the Spirit does not belong to Christ challenge the idea that some Christians have the Spirit while others still need to receive Him?
- 28Does Total Forgiveness Promote Sin?What is "once for all" forgiveness? Does it make us sin even more? What does God think of the Catholic doctrine concerning forgiveness? And what about the Catholic priesthood and their wardrobe? What does "if we deny Him, He will deny us" mean in context (2 Timothy 2)? My wife and I disagree about how to handle a situation with our adult son. What should we do?
- 29"Every Knee Will Bow?"What does it mean that every knee will bow? Does that mean everyone will be saved? How do we reconcile the idea of people going to Hell? Why would Satan be released from a pit to tempt Christians after they've been raptured?
- 30I forgave my mom. It changed everything!I forgave my mom who has passed away, and it made all the difference! Thank you! I had a dream, and God told me that I'm forgiven. But my friend says it could've been Satan! I read my Jimmy Swaggart Bible, and it said Satan will be released in the future. But what are you saying?
- 31Savior of All? Bread of Life? Sin No More?Does 1 Timothy 4 mean Jesus saves everybody? Was the sin in the Garden of Eden caused by a lack of faith? Why did Jesus want the five thousand people to sit down? Is the story of the woman caught in adultery found in the original manuscripts of John? What's the big takeaway from that event?
- 32Backsliding? Tithing? Meditating?Why do so many preachers talk about "backsliding" Christians? A lot of my friends embrace God's grace but hesitate when it comes to freedom from tithing. What are your thoughts? How do you meditate on God's law the way that Psalm 1 encourages? And what about when you get busy?
- 33Hate Your Family? Hate Your Life? Count the Cost?What is the meaning of Luke 14? Why does Jesus say to hate your family and your own life? And what does it mean to "count the cost"? I have been under so much legalism and have been miserable. Now, I'm just wondering how to get free from all the analysis, especially about Hell.
- 34Jesus Never Asked You to Do That! - Part 2Are You Trying to Become What You Are? What if much of the pressure Christians feel comes from trying to accomplish what Jesus already finished? In this message, Andrew exposes religious ideas about begging for forgiveness, keeping "short accounts" with God, and becoming more righteous. Your sins aren't partially forgiven, and righteousness isn't something you're working toward. Jesus canceled the debt and made you righteous. Discover why you can stop making payments, stop condemning yourself, and start resting in Christ's finished work. Discussion Questions: Read Colossians 2:13–14. If God has already forgiven us all our sins, what does that say about the idea that forgiveness has to be obtained again every time we fail? Read Ephesians 4:32 and Colossians 3:13. Do we forgive others in order to get God to forgive us, or because He's already forgiven us? How does knowing this distinction change the reason and the way we forgive other people? Read 1 John 2:12. Why do you think John speaks of forgiveness as an accomplished fact? How does this help us recognize what's really happening in often misused passage, 1 John 1:9? Read Hebrews 8:12 and 10:17. What does it mean practically to live as though God truly remembers your sins no more? What do we do when we sin? Be specific. Read Romans 5:19. According to this verse, what made us righteous? And how should that shape the way we see ourselves? Read 2 Corinthians 5:21. What is the difference between saying God merely treats us "as if" we are righteous versus saying that in Christ we've actually become the righteousness of God? Read Romans 6:18. What does it mean that believers have been freed from sin and have become slaves of righteousness? How does that challenge the idea that our identity is still sinful? Read Hebrews 10:10 and 10:14. How can believers be "sanctified" and even "perfected for all time" yet still continue to grow in their attitudes, choices, and behavior? Read 1 Corinthians 1:2. Why is it significant that Paul calls the Corinthians "sanctified" and "saints" even though they still had serious behavior problems?
- 35Forgive Others? Predestined? Sold to Sin?I don't want to forgive people, and I don't want to love people. I want them to suffer! Does God choose some people to believe in Him and leave others with no chance? Can you talk about the renewing of the mind? What's happening there? I was reading Romans 7, and it sounds like he's not a believer when he's describing the struggle. Am I crazy for thinking that?
- 36How Do I Grieve the Loss of My Husband?I've lost my husband, and I've received a lot of advice lately. I just don't know how to deal with the grief. Can you help? How did Jesus take our sins upon Himself? And did He become sin? If so, what does that mean?
- 37Walking by Faith (and Feeling Things Too!)Shouldn't we use the law to define sin? Otherwise, how would we know adultery is sin? Sometimes, I get emotional in church, but then I wonder if it's okay. If it is okay, then why do church people often talk about not walking by feelings?
- 38Yeshua, Addiction, and FastingShouldn't we call him Yeshua instead of Jesus? I'm a believer, but I find myself addicted to a prescription drug. Aren't I supposed to have "dominion" over this? Should we engage in fasting to get a breakthrough or to be victorious over the flesh?
- 39"I drank my way out of the kingdom!"Does Jesus have two kinds of blood? What are your thoughts on divorce and remarriage? Is it adultery? How would a person escape the conundrum of being an adulterer after they sinned? I grieved the Holy Spirit and then ate and drank my way out of the kingdom! Can you help me get back?
- 40Jesus Never Asked You to Do That! - Part 3What If the Christian Life Isn't About Fixing Yourself? What if some of the things you've been told to do as a Christian… Jesus never asked you to do at all? Become more holy. Die to yourself. Examine your heart. What if you've been working to fix what God already fixed? This message blows up religious assumptions and points you back to the finished work of Christ. You're not becoming who God wants; you're discovering who He already made you! Discussion Questions: Read Colossians 1:21–22. Is holiness something you're trying to achieve, or something Christ has already accomplished for you? How does this change the way you see yourself? Read Romans 6:6–7. What does Paul say has already happened? What difference can this make in your battle with sin? Read Colossians 3:9–10 and 2 Corinthians 5:17. What's the difference between trying to "improve" your old self and learning to live from your new self? Read Galatians 5:24. Does Paul tell believers to crucify the flesh, or does he say something different here? Why is this distinction important? Read Galatians 5:16. What solution does Paul actually give us here? How does it work? Read Ezekiel 36:26 and Romans 6:17. What do these passages suggest about the believer's heart? How does this truth challenge popular religious teaching on the heart? Read Hebrews 10:16 and 2 Corinthians 3:3. God has written on our hearts rather than merely giving us external rules to follow. How might this change the way we make decisions and live life?
- 41Die to self? Deny yourself? Die daily?Do you need to "die to self"? Deny yourself? Die daily? So much time in these truths has meant so much freedom for me! My two sons took their inheritance and haven't spoken to me in decades. I have forgiven them and pray for them! How is our union with Christ lived out? Can we really be ourselves?
- 42"Will God Forgive Me?"Why did Jesus tell Mary not to touch him? If I don't move to Texas, will God forgive me? I wonder if I have committed the unforgivable sin!
- 43Closer to God? Ask for Forgiveness? No Condemnation IF…?Are we getting closer to God? Where do learning and growing fit in? Does our soul go to Heaven right away when we die (or only our spirit)? My friends are shocked that I don't ask God for forgiveness every night! Does Romans 8:1 have an "if" clause in it? Or is there no condemnation for us, period?
- 44Strive to Enter? Run the Race?Why did Jesus say to "work hard" or "strive" to enter through the narrow door? Why does Paul talk about "running a race" and trying to "win"? Does daily confession cause God to forgive us more?
- 45"Family and friends are shunning me!"I was saved about a year ago, and lately my family and I have started to experience shunning (rejection) because of our faith. Can you help me with this? Why were Moses and Elijah on the Mount of Transfiguration? What are your thoughts on Calvinism and its doctrines?
- 46"Does resisting sin ever become 100% automatic?"At what point do we become so obsessed with trusting God that the fruit of the Spirit just automatically flows out of us? And what about the temptation of lust and resisting sin? My pastor says our hearts are still dirty, but I think they're new and clean. What's your take? I'm still struggling with persistent thoughts of bitterness and resentment. What can I do?
- 47Jesus Never Asked You to Do That! - Part 4What If Trying Harder is the Problem? When it comes to overcoming temptation or loving God, trying harder can actually work against you. In this message, Andrew reveals why more rules, discipline, and willpower are never the answer. You're dead to sin, alive to God, and filled with His life. Discover how grace teaches you to say no, why you already love God with an incorruptible love, and how real victory comes when you stop trying to produce and start trusting what Christ has already put in you.. Discussion Questions: Read Romans 6:14 and 1 Corinthians 15:56. How does knowing that grace (not law) is God's answer to sin change the way you approach a struggle you keep trying to conquer? Read Romans 7:8. Why can focusing constantly on rules, prohibitions, and "don't do that" actually intensify temptation, guilt, or frustration? Read Galatians 5:16 and Titus 2:11–12. What would it look like to trust the Spirit and God's grace to teach and empower you instead of relying on sheer willpower? Read 1 John 4:10 and 1 John 4:19. How might your relationship with God change if you stopped trying to generate more love for Him and focused instead on receiving His love for you? Read Romans 5:5 and Ephesians 6:24. How does knowing God's love is already within you (and your love for Jesus is real and enduring) speak to seasons when you feel cold or empty? Read Ephesians 1:21–22 and Acts 17:28. How does knowing Christ is already supreme and that your whole life exists in Him change the pressure to constantly "put God first"? Read 1 Corinthians 6:19–20. How does knowing you already belong completely to God free you from cycles of rededication, recommitment, and making more promises to Him? Read Philippians 1:21 and Colossians 3:4. What difference does it make to see Christ not merely as your highest priority, but as your very life?
- 48"What Does a Healthy Message Sound Like?"How can some people be in church so long yet miss the message of Jesus? Why does Paul say "do not even eat with such a person"? My cousin wants to drink poison and pick up snakes because of Mark 16. What are your thoughts? What teaching should we look for in a healthy church environment? Why was Jesus so bluntly honest and direct with the Pharisees?
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