The Grand Finale: Christ’s One and Only Coming
The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Release Date: 09/07/2025
"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_outlineDid 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 from the New Testament, and show why the timeline so many people cling to just doesn’t hold up. And best of all? No fear for believers—just relief.
Watch now and get ready to be challenged in the best way possible. And no matter what you decide, we can all celebrate that Jesus is coming back for us, and we can eagerly await Him!
Discussion Questions:
- Read 1 Thessalonians 4:16–17. Paul describes one dramatic, public return of Christ with a shout, trumpet, and the resurrection of believers. Why do you think Paul emphasizes these visible signs instead of describing a secret return?
- Read John 5:28–29. Jesus says both “those who did good” and “those who did evil” will come out of the tombs at the same hour. How does this challenge the idea of two separate resurrections or two separate comings of Christ?
- Read 2 Thessalonians 1:6–10. Why does Paul connect Christ’s return with both judgment on the wicked and relief for the suffering church? How does this strengthen our hope in times of hardship?
- Read Matthew 24:27–31. Why do you think Jesus compares His return to lightning flashing across the sky? What does this tell us about how obvious and undeniable His coming will be?
- For nearly 1,800 years, Christians believed in one visible return of Christ and one final judgment. Only in the 1800s did the idea of a “secret rapture” appear. Is it helpful to you to know that particular history? Why or why not?
- Read Hebrews 9:28. The writer says Christ will appear a second time “to bring salvation to those who are waiting for Him.” Why is Christ’s return essential to completing God’s plan of salvation?
- If Christ is returning once, visibly, and finally to judge and renew all things, how might this shape the way we think? What perspectives might change if we live in the hope of His coming?