The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

Why do you call John 17 the "real" Lord's prayer? Ezekiel 1-2 are filled with creatures, symbols, and a commissioning of the prophet. Can you explain this? How is true, biblical discernment different from the judging of others that I often see? Did Jesus really say that some standing before Him would not die until the kingdom had come? How can that be if we are still waiting on His return today? I've been saturated in the message of grace for decades, and now I'm sharing it with others! How can I decide whom to give money to? I often feel pressure but want to use discernment in my giving. Why is it such a big deal to know the cross is the true dividing line of human history? I broke off my engagement, because she's pro-choice. Would a "mixed household" still be blessed by God?

You show up early. You work hard. You sweat. You sacrifice. Then the guy who strolled in last minute gets paid the same as you? Sound fair?

Not even close. And that's exactly the point.

In Matthew 20, Jesus tells a parable that torches our obsession with scorekeeping, spiritual status, and heavenly reward systems. If you've ever thought, "Shouldn't I get more because I've done more?"—this message is for you.

Because grace doesn't check timecards. It doesn't care how late you arrived or how polished your resume is. Grace makes the same offer to everyone—all because of Jesus.

If that offends the Pharisee ego, good. Let it. Then let grace win. Watch now for a message that levels the playing field and sets your heart free.

1. React to this statement: "Grace doesn't check the timecard." What does this truth reveal about how God views your life story, your past mistakes, and your late starts?
2. How does this parable challenge the idea that Christians will receive different levels of reward in heaven based on performance? In what ways does it affirm that Jesus is the reward—and that the reward begins right now?
3. Have you ever felt like a "latecomer" in the faith, or that you've missed out on something by not doing more, sooner? How does God's equal generosity in this parable speak to those feelings?
4. What does this story say to the person who has spent a lifetime in religious effort trying to "earn" more from God? How can this parable set them free?
5. React to this statement: "Comparison kills joy. Grace revives it." Where have you seen comparison steal joy in your life? How might embracing grace bring you peace?
6. In what areas of your life do you catch yourself keeping score—with others or even with God? How might trusting God's grace allow you to let go of the scoreboard entirely?
7. Jesus says, "The last shall be first, and the first last." How does this grace-based reversal affect your view of spiritual status, legacy, and reward? What does it mean for how you see yourself and others?

Is it okay to get a tattoo? What about a tattoo of Scripture? Did Eve lie when she said they must not "touch" the tree? Are all snakes from Satan? If we get more people to pray with us, is it more likely for God to answer "yes"?

Is it okay to attend church virtually? What does it mean that the Holy Spirit "drove" Jesus into the wilderness? My friend is heavy into a psychological approach to making life work called NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). How can I share the gospel with her? My wife and I were invited to a same-sex wedding. Should we go?

My wife and I are discussing issues like quiet times, getting closer to God, and putting on the armor of God. How do we navigate these discussions when we have differences of opinion? Do you think the enemy can influence our dreams? If so, what should we do?

Why did Jesus teach so many extreme things in the Sermon on the Mount? What is the honest truth about "once saved, always saved"? Are we really secure forever? I've been tithing my whole life, but then heard you talk about giving from an attitude of freedom. Can you explain that more?

I'm afraid to leave my house sometimes! What can I do? What are your thoughts on taking communion daily for healing? Do we have to be baptized in water first in order to qualify for taking communion? I believe that I'm the Holy Spirit incarnate, so does that mean I've committed the unpardonable sin?

Does the Parable of the Soils teach loss of salvation? How can I respond to someone who is always bossing and lecturing me? I want to evangelize on the streets for the rest of my life! Why do I always feel like I’m walking on eggshells with God? I want to launch a fitness program online, but my friends say I need to “do more.” What are your thoughts?

You might think you know the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15. One rebellious kid, one angry brother, one forgiving father. But what if you’ve missed the real scandal in the story? What if the older brother is the one many of us relate to?

Welcome to “Flipped”—our series where Jesus flips the script on religion. In this first message, we dive into a parable where sin over-promises and under-delivers. But grace? It shocks, offends, and frees. Grace throws a party. Heaven breaks out the confetti. And legalism? It stands in the corner, arms crossed, hating every second of it.

So, do you have Older Brother Syndrome? There’s only one cure. Watch now and let’s get wrecked—in the best way possible!

1. What does this parable teach us about the empty promises of sin?
2. What motivated the prodigal son to want to go home?
3. Have you found yourself preparing a script to grovel before God? Why?
4. What does the father’s reaction say about our Father?
5. What does it say that the father went into FULL “party mode”?
6. Do you ever suffer from OBS (Older Brother Syndrome)? What’s the remedy?
7. React to this statement: “You have always been with me, all that is mine is yours.”

Is “once saved, always saved” really true? How can we know for sure? Why did Jesus say to be “as wise as serpents”? I hate snakes! I was saved decades ago, but have backslid so much. Now, I’m afraid I might be “out”!