The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

My dad passed away last Fall and was not a believer. I get very depressed about where he might be. Can you help? Can a genuine believer fall into habitual sin? I grew up in a very legalistic environment, and I think that just made me want to sin more.

Why do you say there are two kinds of sanctification? Is it possible to be saved and be radically confused about the Law? Are pastors the only ones who can have the gift of healing? Are the gifts of the Spirit still around today? Why does Solomon say there’s nothing new under the sun in Ecclesiastes?

What does Deuteronomy 30 say the Law is “not too difficult”? Can you explain the two kinds of sanctification? Did Adam and Eve realize the full effects of what they had done? Is self-improvement really a sin?

I need some encouragement because of my recent failures. Can you help me? How can I get my prayer language? How can I get a second baptism by fire? I seem to get stuck in self-analysis and it distracts me from Jesus. Can you speak to that?

What can you do when you have recurring doubts about your salvation? Should I get baptized again now that I’m a believer? What should you look for in a church? Should anyone be allowed to partake of communion? How can we know Christ really even existed? How does sanctification factor in?

Ever feel like you’re constantly being told you’re a mess in need of major “fixing”? Well, buckle up, because in this message, we’re going to flip that script!

In 2 John, we uncover the truth about you and your spiritual growth. No more chasing after elusive perfection or feeling like you’re constantly under construction. No, your growth isn’t about a never-ending self-improvement project; it’s about embracing your completeness in Christ and walking that way.

Ready to ditch that mountain of guilt and live in the freedom of God’s truth about you? Watch now and see yourself in a whole new light!

Discussion Questions for 2 John:

1. Read verses 1-2. Where is the truth? For how long? How does this help us better understand 1 John 1:8-10 and whom it is really addressed to?
2. Read verse 3. What does it mean to you to have these from the Father and Jesus?
3. Read verses 4-6. What is this commandment? How is it different from Old Testament law?
4. Read verse 7. How does this help us understand the true meaning of “antichrist”? (Hint: Remember what we also saw in 1 John.)
5. Read verse 8. What is the “full reward” here? Something now or in the future?
6. Read verses 9-11. What does it mean to go “too far” in this context? How should we treat those who want to convince us Jesus is not who He says He is?

How can I find a believing wife? How can I address my struggle with lust? Does Hebrew 6 teach that we can lose our salvation? My husband died recently and did not repent of any last-minute sins. Is he still in Heaven with God?

Why does Jeremiah 31 say we don’t need to teach our neighbor about the Lord? If Lazarus was raised from the dead and then died again later, why does Hebrews say it’s appointed for us to die once? Why did Jesus say He came not to bring peace but a sword in Matthew 10? Are there two different judgments or only one?

What did Jesus mean by “falling on the stone” in Matthew 21? Does God judge us based on how we treat our family? My wife says saltwater fishing is sinful and opens me up to spiritual attack. What are your thoughts?

What does it mean to be with Jesus where He is? And why did He pray for it? What is the true gift of tongues? Why do we see something else at times in today’s churches? How do I know if I’m being called to serve in ministry?