The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

What does it mean to abide in Christ? Can we lose our salvation? How is discipline different from punishment? Is purgatory biblical? How do we walk in obedience without being legalistic?

What is the holiness movement? How can I rescue my friends from it? Our kids are not attending college and want to live at home. How should we approach this? How old is the universe? Can we know for sure? How do we relate to people we disagree with on this issue? What is replacement theology? What is a healthy perspective on Israel and the gospel? How can I introduce the basics of the grace message to those around me?

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Trying to be “good enough” by following the Law? It’s a losing battle. In this message from Galatians 2-3, Paul unveils some eye-opening truths about true godliness and the real power for upright living.

Suffering under the Law is a curse, and dying to it is crucial for pleasing God and experiencing genuine joy and peace. Under the Law, sin thrives. But under grace, sin loses its grip on you!

This epic New Testament passage also features some multiple-choice questions from Paul, and the answers might just blow your mind. Ready to ditch law-keeping and embrace the freedom of living by faith? Click through to watch the full message. It’s a perspective shift you won’t want to miss!

Discussion Questions for Galatians 2-3:

1. Read Galatians 2:19. Why did you have to die to the Law in order to live to God?
2. Read Galatians 2:20. Why are there two “I’s” in this verse? What does each refer to?
3. Read Galatians 3:2-3. What are the two multiple choice questions Paul asks his readers? And what are the answers to these questions?
4. Read Galatians 3:10. Why is being under the Law a curse?
5. Read Galatians 3:12 and react to this statement: The Law is not of faith.
6. Read Galatians 3:13-14 and react to this statement: Jesus became a curse for me so that I could receive the Spirit by faith.

What is the parable of the talents about? What do you say to those who think this message is cheap grace? What commandments is Paul talking about in 1 Corinthians 7?

What does it mean to walk in Him just as you received Him? What is setting your mind? Why does Paul give us a “test” to pass? What about pastors who say they’re no longer Christians?

How could Jesus not know the timing of His return and still be God? I’m experiencing guilt and anxiety over losing my son. I wonder: Is it God’s punishment for my sins?

Can we have an ongoing sin struggle yet be genuinely saved? What can we do about vengeful or violent thoughts we get? If Jesus did it all, is there anything that we do? What’s our role?

Can you receive the Gospel and not have it take it root? How do we minister to the youth of today? Do we need to worry about having a western mindset when it comes to Scripture?

What is the holiness movement? How can I rescue my friends from it? Our kids are not attending college and want to live at home. How should we approach this? How old is the universe? Can we know for sure? How do we relate to people we disagree with on this issue? What is replacement theology? What is a healthy perspective on Israel and the gospel? How can I introduce the basics of the grace message to those around me?

Does religion ever feel like a never-ending list of impossible rules? There’s a reason for that. In my latest message, I dive into 2 Corinthians 3, where Paul describes the Ten Commandments as a ministry of death and condemnation.

Ouch! But here’s the good news: There’s something way more glorious – the ministry of the Spirit. It’s like trading in a black-and-white TV for a 4K Ultra HD experience.

Paul’s conclusion? The old way is out, and the new way is in. The veil is lifted, and we see the truth: Our confidence comes from God’s grace, not from tablets of stone. So, if you’re ready to ditch the outdated way of Law and embrace the life-giving freedom of God’s Spirit, click through to watch the full message.

Trust me, you won’t want to miss this eye-opener!

Discussion Questions for 2 Corinthians 3:

1. Read verses 4-5. React to this statement: You can have confidence toward God, and your adequacy is from Him.
2. Read verse 6. What are we qualified to minister? What are we not qualified to minister?
3. Read verses 7-8. How are the Ten Commandments described? What ministry is more glorious? (Be specific for both.)
4. Read verses 9-11. Again, how are the Ten Commandments described? And what ministry is more glorious? (Be specific for both.)
5. Read verses 12-13. What is Paul’s conclusion about ministry here after comparing the two covenants?
6. Read verses 14-16. What does the “veil” represent here? When is it lifted? What do people then see?
7. Read verse 17. What is the atmosphere the Holy Spirit cultivates? What do you think this looks like in your life?
8. Read verse 18. Why does Paul mention a “mirror”? What do you normally see when you look in the mirror? And what does Paul see happening in your life?