Is the finished work of Christ “just semantics“?
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What is modalism? How do I convince someone to abandon it in favor of the Trinity? I’m a newlywed, and I want my husband to understand the message of God’s grace to the fullest. What can I do? My youth pastor seems to be teaching some things that don’t quite align with the gospel. How can I handle that?
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Why ask for what you already have?
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How is forgiveness different in the old covenant versus the new covenant? What is the finished work of Christ? What is the significance of Jesus being seated at God’s right hand? Why shouldn’t we continue to ask for forgiveness? What should we do instead?
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Do we "help" God? Do we have to "put Him first"? If so, how?
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why did Jesus tell people to "be perfect" when He knew we couldn't? What does it mean to have a new heart? A new spirit? What about our minds? Are they new or being renewed? I tell my friends that I don't have to help Jesus, and they look at me strangely. Am I right?
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"Is the Sabbath about church on Saturday? Or Sunday? Or resting in Christ any day? Help!"
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Do I have a guardian angel? My friend says I need to go to church and worship on Saturday to truly please God. He even says my salvation may depend on it. Is he right? What "generation" was Jesus talking about in Matthew 24? And what is preterism?
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"Worse off at the end than they were at the beginning?" (2 Peter 2)
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Who was Elihu in the book of Job? What is the main point in Job? My church only invited members to the Valentine's Day event. Where do we see church membership in the Bible? I'm confused by 2 Peter 2:20 and surrounding verses. Who is Peter talking about? Is this about false teachers, Christians, or both?
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“Predestined to be conformed”?*
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What are the spiritual blessings that we’ve been given in Christ? What does it mean to be “conformed” to the image of Christ in Romans 8? Do we need to agree with everything that Israel ever does out of fear of being cursed (Genesis 12)? What does it mean to be unequally yoked? Doesn’t Genesis 9 teach that we will be punished for taking a life? How does that reconcile with our forgiveness in Christ? *previously aired
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The Questions that Change Everything - Part 2
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What if everything you’ve been taught about trying harder in your Christian life… is exactly what’s keeping you stuck. In The Questions that Change Everything - Part 2, we dive deep into the most important questions about the Holy Spirit, judgment, and disappointing God. And the surprising answers bring a newfound liberation in Jesus. Most teaching tells you to push harder, try again, don’t slip up. But what if that’s exactly the approach that makes things worse? Check out this message to discover a way of living that’s not about force… but about freedom—a Christianity that...
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“God’s grace excites me!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
One pastor said giving from the heart is the same as “sacrificial” giving. Is that a good way to describe it? How would you counsel someone who is committing sexual sin? Would you still tell them they’re “once saved, always saved”? What do they need to hear and believe for real change? I’m so excited now, because God’s grace is more than awesome!
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“What is Revelation really about?”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Finally, I no longer question my salvation! How can we best understand the book of Revelation? I can’t find a church that teaches grace. What should I do? It seems like so many worship songs don’t really reflect the truth of the gospel. What can churches do about that?
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“My wife and son died. Are they saved?”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What does it really take to be saved? I keep hearing mixed messages on the internet. My wife and son have passed away, and I’m very concerned. I struggled all my life with religiosity, but God‘s grace has set me free! How much theology do you have to have right to be saved? How do you reconcile “born of water” (John 3) with water baptism (Acts 2:38)?
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)?