"How do we hear from God and do His will?"
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How do we hear from God? Does He speak in an audible voice? If not, how are we led by Him? What is the best way to point out theological errors to my peers without offending them or shocking them? My son says he only prayed the salvation prayer for our sakes, his parents. He believes the gospel today, but we wonder if he needs to pray to be saved again?
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“Thirst for more of God? Actually, no!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Should we hunger for more of God? Am I allowed to defend myself in court as a Christian? How can I break free from the sin of self improvement? Should I leave my church because they have a female co-pastor?
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“My uncle felt fire in his heart!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What do you think about the darkened sun in Matthew 24? Metaphorical or actual? What are your thoughts on preterism? My uncle said he experienced fire when he was saved. Is that something we should expect in a true conversion? How can I finally get some peace in my struggle with lust?
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“My wife won’t forgive me! Help!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
My wife won’t forgive me, and it’s been eight years! What can I do? What does Paul mean by buffeting his body and making it his slave? Is this about loss of salvation?
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“People want to debate me a lot!”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How can a Christian know they are saved? I find myself in lots of debates about God and wonder what is the best way to evangelize? I’ve been selected to serve as an elder in my church and I wonder if you have any advice for me?
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“Thousand-year reign and seven-year tribulation?”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Does the man of lawlessness show up before the great tribulation and the return of Christ? What does it mean to “obey the gospel”? My husband has cheated on me multiple times and has been involved in drugs. Now, he’s gone all the time, and I don’t know where he is. What are my options? How can we best understand the thousand-year reign and the seven-year tribulation? Doesn’t Matthew 24 say some will be taken and some will be left behind? What is persecution in the Bible? How does that fit with Christians who hurt other believers?
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The Grand Finale: Christ’s One and Only Coming
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Did Jesus forget to mention a secret rapture? Some say Jesus is coming back twice—once quietly for the church, then later with full fanfare for the world. Sounds cinematic… but where exactly is that first “secret” return in the Bible? In this message, “The Grand Finale: Christ’s One and Only Coming,” we’re putting the return of Jesus into the spotlight. As we’ll see, He describes a highly visible return that can’t be missed. No hush-hush event with vanishing Christians and confused unbelievers wondering, “Where did everybody go?” We’ll unpack the real story, straight...
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“I think the Spirit can leave me…”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What is water baptism all about? Should we sprinkle or immerse? How do you overcome lust? What are the “spiritual blessings” that we get at salvation? Does God have to give us a new heart before we can be saved? Does that leave some with no opportunity to hear and believe?
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“When do we start reigning with Christ?”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
What is the thousand-year reign? What will we do? My friend says she’s a believer, but she consults mediums, and now her young grandson is getting involved. What can I do? My daughter is upset that we didn’t sell her our house. We are afraid of losing her. How can we respond?
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“Better to marry than burn?”
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Should I marry a guy who doesn’t share my beliefs? Is water baptism necessary for salvation? Why does Paul say, “It’s better to marry than to burn”? How do you know if you’re burning with passion?
info_outlineAre you ready to dive deep where others merely wade? In this next message in our “Forever in His Presence” series, we’re slicing through the fog of misinformation and reclaiming the truth about Jesus – His divinity, His humanity, His everything!
In a culture that often prizes openness to the point of absurdity, we stand firm. Are you prepared to be labeled “close-minded”? Good. Because when it comes to the truth about Jesus, we believers are as immovable as mountains.
Plus, you’ll discover what it truly means to “live through Him.” It’s all about His scandalous love for us, not our feeble attempts at “loving Him more.” And when we love each other the way He loves us? That’s when God becomes visible.
Tune in to this latest message and arm yourself with truth!
Discussion Questions:
- Read verses 1-3. What is the “antichrist” teaching that John mentions? And why is the truth important in this regard?
- Read verses 4-6 and react to this statement: There is absolute truth about Jesus, and we can be “close minded” about it if we know Him.
- Read verses 7-8. What is the main mark of knowing God? Why is this the case?
- Read verse 9. What does it mean to “live through Him”?
- Read verse 10. Why is “not that we loved God” so important here? What does “propitiation” mean and how does it factor in?
- Read verses 11-12. How do we help people “see God”?
- Read verse 13. In what way does this help to clarify the meaning of “abide”? Can you know that you abide in Him? If so, how?
- Read verse 14. How do verses like this (and John 3:16) show the fallacy of “limited atonement” – the false idea that Jesus only died for individuals pre-selected by God?