The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

What is dispensationalism? What do they believe about Israel and the church? What do you think about the so-called “lost teachings of Jesus”? Do Christians need to die to self daily? What does God think about all the war and conflict around the globe?

What does the new name that God gives us represent? Can you talk about the limitless grace of God? My friend’s spouse transitioned to another gender and now wants to serve as a pastor. What am I to think? A church in my area is teaching that we need a second baptism of the Holy Spirit after salvation. Is that true?

Why do so many churches major in the Old Testament most of the year? Can you explain the difference between the pattern (flesh) and the power (sin)? Am I breaking the Sabbath if I go to church on Sunday? Does God forgive us immediately after we ask Him each time we sin?

How do our new hearts interact with our freedom to make choices daily? What exactly is written on our new hearts? Do we need to prove our love for God? Are women really saved by bearing children, or what did Paul mean? Is there a particular method or way to baptize that is essential or best? I’ve been feeling empty, and I have lost my spiritual hunger the last few months. Where did I go wrong?

You’ve heard it a thousand times: God loves you. But do you really believe it… or do you secretly think He’s just putting up with you? Sure, He “has to” love the world. But does He like you? Enjoy you? Celebrate you?

We’ve been sold a version of God who’s perpetually disappointed, waiting for us to shape up and prove our commitment. But that’s not the God of grace. That’s a religious guilt trip in a Bible costume.

What if God’s not tolerating you—what if He’s delighting in you? What if you’re safe, accepted, and adored… right now?

Let’s rip the mask off modern legalism and discover the freedom of a Father who’s not playing hide and seek with His affection. Check out this message—and maybe, just maybe, let God love you for real.

1. How often do you think about the concept of letting God embrace you?
2. React to this statement: God LOVES me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not?
3. Which of the Scriptures on God’s love means the most to you? Why?
4. React to this statement: God ACCEPTS me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not?
5. Which of the Scriptures on God’s acceptance means the most to you? Why?
6. React to this statement: God LIKES me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not?
7. What choices could you make to fully enjoy the embrace of God’s grace?

What is the gospel? Does 2 Peter 1 imply levels of welcome in Heaven? Who was Melchizedek and what role does he play?

Are my thoughts from me or from the Holy Spirit? What are your thoughts on the Davidic covenant in 2 Samuel 7? I’ve been struggling with drug addiction all my life. I recently failed again. I’m ashamed, and I imagine God doesn’t want anything to do with me anymore!

If we’re not under the Law, how can we know what sin is? If we’re not under the Law, do we have to put in effort to obey it? If God knew us before we were born (as we read in Jeremiah), then why would He create us, knowing He would send us to Hell? What is my best elevator pitch next time my dad calls me and asks about my faith? Do we Christians have a deceitfully wicked heart or a new heart?

What should we expect in terms of “comfort” from God as described in 2 Corinthians 3 ? What is the narrow gate that leads to life? The wide gate that leads to destruction? Have I missed the narrow gate? Or am I on the right track? Should I worry about being deleted from the Book of Life? What does “lawlessness” mean in Matthew 7:23?