The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

What does it mean to put on the full armor of God? My mind is a battlefield all the time, and I have intrusive thoughts. What can I do? My son is an alcoholic with three children, and I’m very concerned. I’ve tried to help a number of times, and nothing seems to change. Can you help me?

What "newness" will you celebrate in the New Year? Is God truly sovereign? Does this mean we cannot do anything to prolong our lives? Can spiritual leaders be abusive? If so, how exactly? Can the enemy interfere with our prayers? Can he read our minds?

Will Christians give an account to God? What is Hebrews 4:13 about? Did Paul disobey God in Acts 18 by going to Asia against His instruction? Is this why Paul was stricken with a difficult circumstance? Might God do the same to us if we disobey? Who is the false prophet in Revelation 2? Could it be Paul? I suffer from scrupulosity (a religious OCD). As a result, I constantly analyze my past performance and doubt my salvation. Can you help me?

Is it okay for the church today to use musical instruments for worship? Why did Peter put on his coat (or garment) before swimming? How can I forgive an abusive pastor from my past? How did John the Baptist not get killed as a baby by Herod's edict? I heard that what God wrote on believers' hearts only becomes true if we study the Bible enough. Is this true? How will we not be sad in Heaven when some people whom we love are not there with us? What did Jesus mean by, "I have overcome the world"? Was the thief on the cross actually saved?

Can you believe it? You’re the righteousness of God! 2 Corinthians 5 unveils a radical truth: Being a new creation means the old is gone, and the new has come. Forget those resolutions and promises to do better for God. Instead, relish the transformation that’s already happened within you.

This powerful passage highlights the ultimate exchange – Jesus becoming sin for us, making us the righteousness of God. While our outer self may face challenges, our inner self is being renewed to a true knowledge of Jesus. The treasure within us is powerful beyond measure, and grasping this reality can help us navigate stress with confidence.

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1. Read 2 Cor. 5:17. What does it mean to you to be a “new creature”? What has passed away exactly? What is new?
2. Read 2 Cor. 5:18-20. What is the ministry God has given us? What is the message we can be telling other people?
3. Read 2 Cor. 5:20. How does the following well-known statement summarize the meaning of verse 20: “It takes two to tango.”
4. Read 2 Cor. 5:21. Can you imagine Jesus “becoming sin” for you? How does this help explain that Jesus felt forsaken? Was the Son truly forsaken by the Father? Read Psalm 22:1 and 22:24 as you consider your answer.
5. What does it mean to you that you have become “the righteousness of God”?
6. Read 2 Cor. 4:7. What do you think the treasure is exactly? Why is it hidden like it is?
7. Read 2 Cor 4:8-12. What is Paul describing here? Why are the words “us” and “you” in verse 12 important? How does understanding their meaning keep us from a morbid view of the passage?
8. Read 2 Cor. 4:16. What do “outer man” and “inner man” refer to here? What is happening to each?
9. Read 2 Cor. 4:17-18. How might understanding this process help us in times of great stress?

Is there a point of no return for believers? How can I overcome my fear of dying? Why does Jesus say he will spew some out of His mouth in the book of Revelation? Does that mean loss of salvation?

Does it keep you up at night that some people believe the opposite: that we can lose our salvation? My son committed suicide, and I wonder if he is with the Lord. What are your thoughts? Sometimes I doubt my salvation. Is that a sign I'm not truly saved? My daughter has decided the Orthodox Church is the one true church. What does this mean for her?

Are “soul ties” a biblical concept? To whom will Jesus say, “Depart from Me”? To believers? My 19-year-old son doesn’t want to attend church anymore. What should I do?

The Grace Message is making the world a better place! Was Christ born in a manger or a place of slaughter? Why did Jesus have to become human?

What do you think about “opposites attract” in dating? What does “faith without works is dead” really mean? Why are you saying that Old Testament giving was actually around 23% per year? My friend uses Acts 2:38 to say we have to be baptized in water to be saved. How can I talk to him about this?