The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

Are you ready to see life through grace-tinted glasses? Discussion Questions for Colossians 3: Read verses 1-2. What does it mean to "seek the things above"? How can this perspective change the way we view our lives? Read verse 3. How does the truth that "your life is hidden with Christ in God" provide security and shape your identity? Read verse 4 and react to this statement: Christ is my life. N...

Do believers need “a teachable heart”? I’m a new believer, and I wonder how I can share Christ with my family. They don’t seem interested! How can I be more discerning in sharing the message of grace? Are women today allowed to speak in church? If so, then what did Paul mean in 1 Corinthians and 1 Timothy?

I need encouragement to read the Bible. Can you help me? I struggle with patience and wonder if you have any thoughts on it. In John 16, what kind of things did Jesus mean would be revealed later?

Why does Paul say “let them be accursed” in Galatians? What’s wrong with the word “surrender”? Is it really okay to feel good with God? Why did Paul write that we “uphold” or “establish” the Law in Romans 3:31? If we’re not under the Law, then why did Paul and others give in to Jewish customs in Acts 15 and 21?

Why does Jesus call Himself the bread of life? Does this relate to communion? Why does 1 Corinthians 7 say the husband is sanctified through the wife? My dad is Muslim, and I’m worried about him. What should I do?

What kind of marriage ceremony is enough for me and my fiancé? Why does Ephesians say that Jesus “descended”? Where to? Lately, I’ve been experiencing an intensity of doubts. What should I do? My new daughter-in-law’s family was offended at my wedding speech. How should I handle this?

What is “repentance toward God”? Why are believers going to judge the angels? My friends tell me to keep the Sabbath. Are they right? Where was Jesus for three days after He died? If God forgave all my sins, why would I be judged for them?

Why is it so hard for me to believe my "sins of omission" are forgiven? I feel guilty (like a hypocrite) when I read the Bible or pray, because of my choices lately. What can I do? How do 2 Corinthians 5 and Romans 14 fit together and show us what will happen at the final judgment? Is there a deeper message than "spending time with God"? What about renewing our minds? If a believer dies by suicide...

Why did Jesus have to become one of us? Discussion Questions: What do the names “Immanuel” and “Jesus” and “Christ” mean? Read Luke 2:10. Is the message of Jesus “good news of great joy” to you? Why or why not? Read John 14:9. Why did Jesus become like us? Read Philippians 2:8. Why did Jesus become like us? Read Hebrews 4:14-16. Why did Jesus become like us? Read John 1:11-13. Why did Jesus become...

What is the Amplified Bible? What are your thoughts on translations? Could you pray for me and my grandsons? What’s the deal with circumcision in the Old Testament? And what about women? So, who created God?

Should we turn away children and unbelievers from participating in the Lord’s Supper? What is your best advice for worship leaders? My husband died recently; and a friend told me God takes us early when we make bad decisions. Is this true?

What was Jesus doing in the Sermon on the Mount? I’m experiencing spiritual manipulation at my church. What should I do? I’ve heard that, over time, I will receive more faith. Is this true?

What do the different soils represent in the Parable of the Sower? If my kids are saved, will they eventually stop what they’re doing? Our pastor seems to convert every sermon into a call to do more for God. What should we do?

Judgment Day: Should believers be nervous? Discussion Questions for Revelation: Read verses 11-13. Who are the dead? Where do they come from? Why is this important? Read verses 12 and 15. React to this statement: If you’re in the Book of Life, then your deeds are not in the (other) books. Read verses 14-15. What happens to the dead who are judged? What is the clear-cut criterion? Read Revelation 2...

Is the whole world saved? Is the whole world forgiven? Does the whole world have the Holy Spirit? What does the Bible say about worry and anxiety?

What sends a person to Hell? is it necessary to be ordained to minister to others? Why did Jesus say we would worship Him in spirit and in truth? How can we talk about the message of God’s grace in the fewest words possible?

How would you help a believer who is involved in sexual immorality? Do we see God immediately when we die or do we have to wait? How is God always the same but then the Old Testament is filled with such violence? Does God bring disaster upon us? I feel so condemned because of my failed marriage and my past. What can I do?

Can women speak in church? Can they serve as leaders? What is replacement theology? What’s the truth about Jews and Gentiles in the church? I asked my friend about Catholic confirmation, and it feels like he’s now shunning me. How do you know your calling? I want to date a Catholic woman, but I’m not sure how to start the conversation about our different beliefs.

Is 1 John 1:9 a Bridge or a Barrier? Discussion Questions for 1 John: Read 1 John 1:1-4. Why does John mention so many physical words? In verses 3-4, why specifically is he proclaiming that Jesus is physical? Read 1 John 1:5. Is there any darkness in God? As a believer, are you in Him or are you in the darkness? Explain why this is important to the whole passage. Read 1 John 1:6-7. How do these tw...

Did James understand grace? Did he disagree with Paul? Was James “zealous for the law”? Did James teach “certain men” to be legalistic?