“I posted about God‘s grace, and they told me to be quiet!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why does the book of Hebrews belong in the New Testament? Why did people in the Old Testament live so long? My wife posts about grace on social media, and some people are telling her to be quiet. Is that what 1 Timothy 2:12 is really about? I know God has forgiven me, but how do I forgive myself?
info_outline
Does faith grow? What’s “filled with the Spirit” mean?
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How should we view Paul’s instruction about clothes and jewelry today? Can our faith grow? What’s the best focus for us as believers? What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit? What about the many places in the book of Acts where people are filled and doing things?
info_outline
Levels of Heaven? Rewards? Crowns? Tithe to be blessed?
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
I experience social anxiety, and now I need to get back to work in an office. What can I do? I had a dream and was continually asked, “Why do you keep going back to the cross?” What does it mean to have the life of Christ within us? Are there levels of Heaven? Levels of rewards? What about crowns? I have tithed for 10 years and have been blessed by God. I want to encourage others to do the same. Your thoughts?
info_outline
When God Replaced Religion: Why ‘New’ Means Never Going Back! - Part 2
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why Do We Keep Running Back to What God Replaced? They’ll tell you to slow it down. Add nuance. Keep it balanced. Because if grace is that simple… it must be dangerous. But the New Testament isn’t confused. In this message, we let Scripture speak without filters, qualifiers, or religious disclaimers. Christ ended the old covenant. The old way was set aside. The wall came down. And if you’re led by the Spirit, you’re not under Moses—period. If you’re exhausted from “Jesus + something,” tired of the spiritual treadmill, or suspicious that “balance” might just be bondage...
info_outline
“I’m saved, but my pastor says I need to get the Holy Spirit!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What does “born of water” mean in John 3? Does it relate to the “sprinkling” of water in Ezekiel 36? How can I get the Holy Spirit? My pastor says I need to! I’m struggling with depression, and sometimes I think God hates me. I also deal with outbursts of anger and rage. What can I do?
info_outline
“I don’t want to read my Bible much!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How narrow is the road exactly? What does it take to be saved? What about my friends who don’t understand grace fully? I struggle with not wanting to read my Bible very much. Is that a bad sign? Who are the people in Hebrews 2 that are neglecting salvation? Could that be some Christians today?
info_outline
“Same God. New Covenant.”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Certain animals were considered “unclean” before the law, so why aren’t they unclean now? Thank you for proclaiming the message of God‘s grace! What can we do to share this message with others more? If we all get the same reward in heaven, then what is the meaning of the parable of the talents? And why does one servant get so severely punished?
info_outline
Plead the blood? Sins under the blood? (No, taken away!)
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What does it mean that Jesus became sin? What are the implications of us becoming God’s righteousness? When do we ask God to forgive us of all our sins? Do we need to “plead the blood” of Jesus? Are our sins “under the blood”? How does Satan masquerade as an angel of light?
info_outline
“Can the oil in our lamp burn out?”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Do the 10 virgins in Matthew 25 represent Christians? To whom does Jesus say, “Depart from Me”? What is the context of women and head coverings in 1 Corinthians 11? Why are they prophesying if they’re supposed to remain quiet in church?
info_outline
"I'm not sure Christ's resurrection is more than a story!"
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
As believers, are we really ever "faithless"? But don't we experience doubt and struggle? How does 2 Timothy 2:12 speak to this? My emotions are all over the place, and my family doesn't agree with me about God's grace. I struggle with this! Sometimes, I'm not sure that Christianity is more than a story, especially the resurrection part. Can you help me? Where is Jesus right now? In Heaven?
info_outlineIn this next installment of our “Complete in Christ” series, we explore redemption, reconciliation, and our full assurance in Christ.
We uncover the mystery Paul refers to and address false teaching and universalism. We also reflect on the practical implications of being complete in Christ and what it means to labor and strive according to God’s power at work within us.
Enjoy!
Discussion Questions for Colossians 1:21-2:6:
- Read verse 22 and react to this statement: I am reconciled to God and holy and blameless forever.
- Read verse 23. How does this passage respond to those who twist the meaning of this passage to promote a universal salvation? (Hint: Notice the “if” and the condition that follows.)
- Read verses 26-27 and Colossians 2:2. What is the mystery Paul is referring to? What does this mystery mean to you personally?
- Read verse 28. What does it mean for us to be complete in Christ? What practical implications does this have in your life? How does this help you avoid distractions?
- Read verse 29 and react to this statement: It’s not legalism to labor and strive according to God’s power at work within me.
- Read Colossians 2:2. In your own words, explain what is “the wealth that comes from the full assurance of understanding.”
- Read Colossians 2:6. What attitude or approach did we have at salvation? How can we walk in that same approach today (after we’re saved)?