The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

Why did Peter write about “judgment” for “the household of God”? My son tore Matthew out of his Bible. What does God think of him? Can woman really not speak in church?

What is Jesus doing in Luke 6:38? Has the Law “ended”? Do the unsaved have a measure of faith? What about believers who keep on sinning? Are we sealed by the Spirit?

My mother is upset there’s no marriage in Heaven. Why does Luke 6 read differently from Matthew 5 in terms of the “killer sermon” of Jesus? Is Paul actually teaching we’re not under the Law for salvation, but still under it for daily living? Is it selfish or sinful to save for retirement? Shouldn’t we follow the Sabbath?

In this exciting new series called “Liberated: From Law to Love,” we dive into the powerful and controversial book of Galatians. It’s all about understanding how we’ve been set free from the Law and embraced by God’s love. We’ll explore the “true north” of the Gospel and how the Holy Spirit guides us in our daily lives.

In this first message, Paul shares his “certificate of authenticity” with us, showing he received the Gospel directly from God. Here, we’ll also learn about the incredible transformation in Paul’s own life, from persecuting Christians to boldly proclaiming the truth.

Join me as we uncover the liberating power of God’s love and how it can transform your life. You won’t want to miss it!

Discussion Questions – Galatians 1:

1. Why do you think Paul defends his apostleship right from the start of Galatians?
2. How are we now “rescued from this present evil age” (verse 4)?
3. Considering verses 6-7, why is Paul writing the letter to the Galatians?
4. How is the church today like the church in Galatia? How can we ensure we’re believing and sharing the true gospel?
5. How does Paul’s personal testimony in verses 13-24 serve as evidence for the truth of the message he preached?
6. Paul went from persecuting the church to preaching the gospel. How does this dramatic transformation speak to the power of God's grace?
7. How does Galatians 1 set the stage for understanding the difference between Law and Grace?

When should a person remain at a church? When should they leave? How important is good doctrine? I’ve experienced better mental health through an improved physical condition. But now I wonder if I could speed up my recovery with more truth or better faith? What about the New Testament instructions for daily living - are they still important?

Should we invite people to evangelistic events without telling them the hidden purpose? Does the power of sin “live” in believers or only “operate” in our bodies when we allow it? Did Jesus fulfill the Old Testament command to love God with all your strength? I thought we were already holy, so what kind of holiness is Paul talking about in 2 Corinthians 7:1?

How do we navigate the world of movies with so many containing scenes of sex, drugs, and other sinful behavior? Why don’t we cast out demons from Christians? What about deliverance ministries? A pastor recently taught that you must have the gift of tongues to be saved. Is this true? How often do we need to gather together as the church?

Is church membership biblical? How can I possibly love the Lord with all my heart, soul, strength, and mind? Should we draw a line between recurring sin and repentant sin?

It seems like I’m naturally no longer wanting to do the sinful things I used to do. Is that the normal effect of the grace message? What should we think about the so-called spiritual disciplines? Why does Genesis 1 describe both stars and “lights”? How should we interpret the Creation accounts in Genesis 1 and 2?

What is the purpose of the Sermon on the Mount? Can believers have a hard heart? I sometimes feel a lack of compassion for other people who suffer tragedy. I wonder if there is something wrong with me. My husband is involved with another woman and shows no remorse or regret. What should I do? How should we view obedience in the Christian life? Other family members broke my heart, and now I’m wondering if I should put up boundaries.