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The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley

Pastor and bestselling author Andrew Farley's weekly messages and radio shows.

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  1. 100

    Peacemakers, Atheists & Gentiles

    Why does Jesus say "blessed are the peacemakers" and who are they? How do I help my atheist friend see there is a God? If Gentiles were never invited to the Old Testament law, why does Paul tell Gentile churches they "died to the law"?

  2. 99

    Forsaken? Fall Away? Pray to Saints?

    Why did Jesus ask God about being forsaken? Did the Father forsake the Son? My denomination taught me that you can "fall away," and they used 2 Peter 2 as their proof. Can you explain that passage? Are some Catholics saved? What does God think about their praying to saints? What is a saint?

  3. 98

    When God Goes Silent on You...

    Might God blot you out of the Book of Life? Are we saved or are we "being saved" (progressively)? Where do growth and learning fit into the picture? Sometimes, the pain from my motorcycle accident is so intense that I take too many painkillers. I don't want to be addicted, so what can I do? What should we do when God goes silent on us?

  4. 97

    Judgment for Teachers? Judgment at Communion?

    Are Christian teachers judged by God in a unique way? Is original sin biblical? What about being righteous by (re)birth? What's the "unworthy manner" of celebrating the Lord's Supper in 1 Corinthians 11? And what about the "judgment" in that same communion passage? Is it from God?

  5. 96

    Spiritual Gifts? Your First Love? Sinners or Saints?

    Who are those who "have ears to hear" according to Jesus? Am I a "lone ranger Christian," and should I be concerned? If I don't speak in tongues, do I not have the Holy Spirit? What's the meaning of the Revelation 2 warning to the church of Ephesus about forgetting their first love? Are we as believers regarded as "sinners" or "saints" or both? Is the doctrine of original sin (sin and death through Adam) biblical or not? What does the word "word" (logos and its forms) mean in Acts (and James): the law, the gospel, or either depending on the context?

  6. 95

    Better Than Religion - Part 14

    Can a Christian Sin Away Their Salvation? Discussion Questions for Hebrews 10: Read verses 19-20. What's the "new and living way"? How does it inspire "confidence"? What does verse 20 reveal about when it began? Read verse 21. In what ways is Jesus a greater priest than the priests of the Old Covenant? Read verse 22. What do "sprinkled clean" and "washed with pure water" communicate about what Christ has already done for us? Read verse 23. What does it mean to "hold fast" our confession, and why is God's faithfulness (not ours) the basis of our hope? Read verses 24–25. What is the purpose of gathering together? How is this different from a church-attendance "checklist" mentality? Read verses 26-28. What does "sinning willfully" mean here? How does "set aside" in verse 28 reveal the meaning? Read verse 29. What do the descriptions "trampled under foot," "regarded as unclean," and "insulted the Spirit of grace" reveal about the kind of rejection described here? Read verse 30. In the Old Testament quotation, who are "His people," and how does that context help us understand the warning? Skip to verse 39. Why is this final verse of the chapter such an important conclusion? What assurance does it give believers after the warnings?

  7. 94

    Keep the Faith? Keep the Sabbath? Keep the Law?

    Are you only saved as long as you "keep the faith"? What should we do about the Sabbath? Did Jesus fulfill the whole law or just parts of it? What are we under today? Why do so many people miss the simplicity of this message?

  8. 93

    Doers of the Word

    Can you comment on the Jews being entrusted as "oracles of God" (Romans 3)? Does "the word implanted" or "doers of the word" (James 1:21-22) refer to the Law? Is the use of "logon" and "logou" (vs. "logos") proof that James was pushing Law-keeping? Why does Paul tell Timothy that "women will be saved through childbearing"?

  9. 92

    "Will I answer for every careless word?"

    What does it mean to "fight the good fight of faith"? Will believers have to answer for every idle word? What does Galatians mean by "severed from Christ" and "fallen from grace"?

  10. 91

    Satan is "god of this world" (2 Cor. 4)?*

    Did Satan really "persuade" God, talking Him into allowing Job to be tempted? How do I "contend for the faith" (Jude 3) with the Mennonites and other communities steeped in tradition? What kingdoms of the world have been delivered unto Satan (Luke 4)? What does that mean for God and His place in our nations? *previously aired

  11. 90

    Don't Waste Your Life?

    What if Jesus, risen from the dead, were the only reason you behaved? How can we live differently knowing Christ is our life? A popular teaching has me worried that I might waste my life. What are your thoughts on finding purpose? How do we face strongholds or persistent struggles and temptations?

  12. 89

    Women, AI, and Demon Babies

    Why does Paul mention "childbirth" in 1 Timothy 2? And how is that related to being "saved"? Is it okay for pastors to use artificial intelligence to write their sermons? What about as a resource? Were fallen angels having relations with women in Genesis 6? If so, are they still around?

  13. 88

    Prayer, Worry, and Communion

    What does being a "bondservant" of Christ entail? Should we even pray about physical things? Or is the only comfort that God provides spiritual in nature? What does Matthew 6 really mean about not worrying? I read 1 Corinthians 11 about examining yourself" before communion, and now I'm concerned. What is that passage saying?

  14. 87

    Better Than Religion - Part 10

    Are You Living Under the Right Covenant? In this message, Andrew Farley unveils the life-changing promises of the New Covenant. What if your relationship with God thrived not on performance, but on the assurance that He has engraved His laws on your heart. Discover the profound truth that you belong first and foremost, freeing you from comparison and the weight of past failures. Embrace the reality that God remembers your sins no more, and learn how resting in this promise can breathe new life into your faith. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 8: Hebrews 8 says Jesus mediates a "better covenant" based on "better promises." What are some of those promises of the new covenant? How would your enjoyment of God increase if you relaxed more in His promises? God says the New Covenant is "not like" the covenant made at Sinai. What are some ways Christians accidentally make the New Covenant sound exactly like the Old Covenant? What phrases have you heard that make grace sound conditional, fragile, or performance-based? God says, "I will put My laws into their minds, and I will write them on their hearts." What does this reveal about your new desires in Christ? Why is it so encouraging to know that God is not merely commanding from the outside but working from the inside? Many believers say, "I know what I should do, but I don't want to do it." How does Hebrews 8 challenge the idea that Christians are still fundamentally rebellious at heart? How can we be honest about temptation and struggle without denying our new heart and new identity? God says, "I will be their God, and they shall be My people." Why does belonging need to come before behavior? How does knowing you already belong change the way you respond to failure, growth, correction, or temptation? React to this statement: Every believer has direct relationship with God, not secondhand spirituality. How does this truth free us from comparing ourselves with "super Christians" or depending on religious elites to feel close to God? God says, "I will remember their sins no more." What is the difference between God forgetting information and God choosing never to deal with you according to your sins again? What sins, failures, or regrets do you still assume God is holding over you? Where do you most need to "come home" to New Covenant life today: once-for-all forgiveness, new desires, direct access to God, a secure identity, or freedom from Law-based living?

  15. 86

    Prayer, Self-Worth, and the Soul

    How much should we depend on prayer? How should we pray? I've been struggling with doubt and self-worth for a while now. Can you help me? What is the difference between the soul and the spirit? Is it possible that we lose salvation in the soul, but not in the spirit?

  16. 85

    Conscience vs. Holy Spirit Created vs. Begotten

    What is the conscience? What role does it play in our lives as believers? Does the conscience sometimes disagree with the Holy Spirit? A transgender person came forward to be saved, and now wants to be baptized soon in our church. Our pastor has no idea, so should I tell him? Did God create Jesus? What is the difference between being created and being the Father's only "begotten"?

  17. 84

    Secret Rapture? Drug Addiction?

    When the church is taken to heaven, will unbelievers be aware? How can God love someone like me? I'm an addict! Can you help me with my problem?

  18. 83

    Giants, Calvinists & Curse Words

    How did giants reappear after the flood? How were stones moved to build the pyramids? What are your thoughts on the Calvinist "tulip"? Is it a sin to say curse words?

  19. 82

    Politics, Predestination, and the Church

    My pastor goes on long, political rants and often seems distracted from the gospel. What should I do? What is the truth about the doctrine of election? Did Jesus die for everyone? What about Calvinism and Arminianism? Did God predestine some to believe while others have no chance?

  20. 81

    Better Than Religion - Part 5

    Hungry for More than Milk? This message reveals a stunning truth: Jesus gets you. He understands. Not from a distance. Not from a throne room. From experience. He stepped into your struggle. He knows your pain. With Him, there is no scorekeeping, no distance, no performance review. Just a High Priest with scars who meets you in your worst moments with mercy, grace, and an unshakable salvation. He is not like the old. He is better in every way. And He is yours. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 5: Why is it important that Jesus truly became human to represent us? How does Jesus' compassion differ from human, weakness-based compassion? What are the benefits of Jesus being both the Son of God and our High Priest? Verse 7 says Jesus prayed with loud crying and tears. What does this reveal about Jesus? React to this statement: Like Jesus, we learn obedience, even while we're righteous. Read verse 9. How should we understand "obey Him" in the context of Hebrews 1-5? In your own words, explain the role and importance of Melchizedek. What's the difference between spiritual "milk" and "the word of righteousness"?

  21. 80

    Is following "my desires" sin?

    Our church gets a lot of things right, but they still don't teach total forgiveness. What should I do? Do you think Jesus showed up in the Old Testament? If so, where? How should we interpret John 15:13 about giving up one's life for his friends? Is this a good definition of sin: "following my desires instead of God's desires"? What are my true desires?

  22. 79

    Beat Your Body? To Be Qualified?

    Does more persecution mean more rewards for us in heaven? Is that what Jesus teaches in Matthew 5? Why does Paul say he "beats his body" and makes it his "slave"? And he does it ao he won't be disqualified?

  23. 78

    "Our hope is not in Washington D.C."

    My church allows women to teach a few times a year. What are they thinking? My husband passed away 20 years ago, and I wonder where exactly he is now: in heaven or waiting to see Jesus? How should we view the political world as a believers?

  24. 77

    Encouragement for Pastors

    Are we Christians teaching "the Devil made me do it" and thereby creating an excuse for crime among unbelievers? How can I encourage my friend who is a pastor and seems like he's burning out? Does the Old Testament justify abandoning your father when you've had a disagreement?

  25. 76

    Doubting Salvation. Abuse in Marriage.

    I've struggled with porn during my life. I recently relapsed and then started to doubt my salvation. I have OCD, so that makes it even worse. Help! Why was the apostle Paul silent on the matter of abuse in marriage? Why doesn't he mention it in 1 Corinthians 7?

  26. 75

    Recognizing "God's Voice"

    Why was Cain's sacrifice not acceptable to God? Why did Jesus still offer a morsel of bread dipped in wine to Judas? How can I recognize God's voice in my life? I'm in an abusive family situation and I'm trying to have some healthy boundaries. Can you help me navigate this? Why do I keep making bad decisions in life? Does this mean I'm doing something wrong in my faith? As a believer, should I be dating a Jewish man who doesn't believe Jesus is the Messiah? I suffer from a mental disorder, and I wonder how this fits with the renewing of my mind.

  27. 74

    Better Than Religion - Part 4

    Are you relaxing with God? Hebrews 4 reveals the one thing religion usually hides: Rest isn't a reward for the elite; it's the current location of the believer. Not someday. Right now. There is no second experience to chase and no level you need to reach. You are not behind. You are not missing something. You are in. This is the gospel of rest and it will change the way you. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 4: What does it mean to "enter God's rest"? Is it salvation or something more? Explain your answer. Why do the seven days of creation in Genesis appear in this chapter?What parallel can be drawn? What keeps people from entering God's rest? How is this different from a behavior-centered gospel? How does verse 7 reveal the truth about the freedom we have to accept or reject the gospel message? How can someone "be diligent" to enter God's rest? What kind of high priest is Jesus? What makes Him this way? To what degree can we enjoy God? What can we always expect from Him?

  28. 73

    How to Have Discernment and Joy

    So many people take advantage of me and others. It's hard to know when to help people. How can I be more discerning? Why does Paul list people who won't inherit the kingdom? What if we've committed things on that list? I worry, because I don't seem to experience the Christian joy other believers have.

  29. 72

    Are You Good, Evil or Both?*

    Why do some translations of John 3:16 not say "begotten"? What does "begotten" refer to? Hasn't Jesus always existed? In Genesis 6, God sees evil everywhere. What about now? And does He see believers the same way? What does "I die daily" mean in 1 Corinthians 15? What did Jews in the Old Testament (and now) think of the Holy Spirit? *previously aired

  30. 71

    Are You Good, Evil or Both?

    Why do some translations of John 3:16 not say "begotten"? What does "begotten" refer to? Hasn't Jesus always existed? In Genesis 6, God sees evil everywhere. What about now? And does He see believers the same way? What does "I die daily" mean in 1 Corinthians 15? What did Jews in the Old Testament (and now) think of the Holy Spirit?

  31. 70

    "Jesus doesn't live in me…"

    I've believed in God my whole life, but I don't have a relationship with Jesus. What am I doing wrong? How do I explain "count yourselves dead to sin"? What does that mean? Is it wrong for Christians to listen to secular music? 

  32. 69

    "Should we measure our growth?"

    Why doesn't God prioritize the value of marriage in heaven? What is true spiritual growth? Should we measure it somehow? I think God told me to move to Texas, but I don't want to. Will I be forgiven?

  33. 68

    The Law: Fulfilled or Being Fulfilled?

    How can I encourage my friend who is depressed? Her belief system seems to be the source! What do the five spiritual senses represent in your book, "Heaven is Now"? Who is the antichrist? Who is the man of lawlessness? When was the book of Revelation written? Did Jesus return in A.D. 70? Is there "soul sleep" or are we with God immediately upon our death? My friends tell me we are still under the law and that we're fulfilling it as we love people. Is that right? What is grace? When Jesus ascended, whom did He send as the Comforter? Is there a person we should be waiting for?

  34. 67

    Better Than Religion - Part 3

    Have you entered the promised land of Jesus? If so, then relax! Hebrews 3 calls us to one simple, life-altering focus: Consider Jesus. In a world full of religious noise, tradition, and performance, it's easy to get distracted and miss the gospel entirely. This message cuts through the confusion, showing the clear contrast between law and grace, servant and Son, striving and rest. It reveals that the real issue is not behavior but belief. For the believer, this is not a warning to fear, but an invitation to rest confidently in Christ. You are not in the wilderness. You're in the promised land. Now live like it. Discussion Questions for Hebrews 3: Why is Jesus compared to Moses in this chapter? To make what point? How does Moses as a "servant" (v.5) and Jesus as a "Son" (v.6) bring even further clarity to the contrast? How might this get you thinking about your own role with God? What does the example of their forefathers in the wilderness for forty years illustrate for the original readers of this epistle? How does the picture of leaving Egypt, being in the desert, and entering the Promised Land clarify the real meaning of "hold fast" and "until the end"? The synonyms "sinned" (v.17) and "disobedient" (v.18) and "unbelief" (v.19) help answer the following question: Is Hebrews warning Christians they will lose their salvation if they commit too many sins? Explain. In light of the truths in these first three chapters, what does it mean to "consider Jesus" (v.1)? What is the biggest thing you have gleaned from this chapter? How might it impact the way you relate to God?

  35. 66

    Catholics, Jews, and Protestants

    How do you reconcile Revelation 7 and 19 with the church being left behind and not "taken away"? At what point were the Jews no longer doing the right thing with their Temple practices? Also, wasn't righteousness always by faith anyway? Did Martin Luther delete certain books from the Bible? A Catholic person told me that Protestantism is a cult and that Catholicism is the only true faith. How do I respond to this?

  36. 65

    The Easy (and Only) Way to Bear Fruit

    Does "like a thief in the night" mean Jesus is returning quietly and secretly? In practical terms, what does it mean to "present your bodies as a living sacrifice" (Romans 12)? How does bearing the fruit of the Spirit in our lives actually happen?

  37. 64

    "Are households automatically saved?"

    Should we look to Israel as our prophetic time clock? What is eternal life in Hell really like? Is it possible that households are automatically saved after one parent believes? Do I have to read the Bible or are there other, more enjoyable ways for me personally to learn more about the gospel?

  38. 63

    What If Everything Is Free?

    Some people in our Bible study think they have to act perfectly sinless to make it to heaven. Are they right? What about after salvation? Do we have to be broken, or crushed, or experience extreme pressure in order to be used by God or enjoy the anointing of the His Spirit?

  39. 62

    Punishment? Discipline? Loss of Salvation?

    Might Jesus say "I never knew you" to Christians? What's the difference between God's punishment and His discipline? Can I lose my salvation? Seems like a lot of adult children are abandoning their parents these days!

  40. 61

    "I just got saved. Now, they say I need tongues!"*

    What does the resurrection mean for us personally? I just got saved recently, and now they say I need the gift of tongues to be truly saved! Why did Jesus ask the rich young ruler, "Why do you call me good?"? Are there two final judgments or only one? What will it be like? My son has joined a cult, and I'm asking you to pray for him! *previously aired

  41. 60

    Better Than Religion - Part 2

    You're a gift from the Father to Jesus… This isn't a gentle introduction to Christianity—it's a full-on courtroom case for why Jesus is better than religion. In this opening message from Hebrews, Andrew dismantles the idea that faith is about balancing law and grace or managing your performance before God. And through His finished work, your sins aren't being managed… they're gone. It's time to quit flirting with religion and rest because of the finished work of Jesus Christ. Discussion Questions from Hebrews 2: Read verses 1-3. How do the words "heard" and "disobedience" and "penalty" and "neglect" show who the writer is concerned about? Who are they? How does this help us properly interpret the warnings in the book of Hebrews? Read verses 5-7. Why are angels mentioned here? Who are they compared with? For what reason? Read verse 8. React to this statement: All things have been subjected to Christ, but we don't see it yet. Read verses 9-10. Why did Jesus need to suffer? Why did He need to die? Read verses 11-13 and react to this statement: Jesus calls you brother/sister and sees you as a gift to Him from the Father. Read verses 14-15. Do you fear death? Why or why not? How does the gospel speak into our fear of death? Read verses 17-18. What do these verses mean for your relationship with Jesus?

  42. 59

    Return. Judgment. Tribulation. Reign.

    One is taken and another is left behind? But the church meets Jesus in the air? One return of Christ or two? One final judgment or two? Plus, how does all this jive with the tribulation and the millennial reign?

  43. 58

    "I'm not in love with my wife!"

    Years ago, I felt pressured to marry my wife and now we don't have the romantic relationship I feel we should. What should I do? What are the rules for physical intimacy in dating? My husband has been asked to sponsor a relative for his Catholic confirmation. How should we reply?

  44. 57

    The "work" is to believe? Believe more than demons?

    Are works required to be saved? If not, then what does James 2 mean about faith and works? Does saving faith produce change? What is the easiest way to start and lead a home group that shares the grace message? Does 1 Timothy 5 mean that I have to financially support parents that have been unhealthy or abusive to me? How do I do the honorable thing without being consumed with bitterness or resentment?

  45. 56

    War in Iran? Science and Faith?

    Did the book of Daniel prophesy about the current war in Iran? And isn't the appearance of the word "fury" in the Old Testament more than a coincidence(Operation Epic Fury)? How do we reconcile science and faith? I grew up believing the gospel but have experienced doubt about the accuracy of Biblical accounts in the Old Testament. Can you help?

  46. 55

    You WANT to be left behind!

    What happens to those who are left behind at the rapture? One of my family members is currently transitioning his gender. He went to church recently and got saved. So Is his conversion authentic? Did Paul say that getting married is an inferior existence? How can we discern the difference between heartfelt obedience and legalism?

  47. 54

    "I just got saved. Now, they say I need tongues!"

    What does the resurrection mean for us personally? I just got saved recently, and now they say I need the gift of tongues to be truly saved! Why did Jesus ask the rich young ruler, "Why do you call me good?"? Are there two final judgments or only one? What will it be like? My son has joined a cult, and I'm asking you to pray for him!

  48. 53

    Better Than Religion - Part 1

    Hebrews Warns Unbelievers (NOT Believers) About Neglecting Salvation! Discussion Questions: eb, App, RSS If Jesus is the "exact representation" of God's nature, what does that do to our view of God? How does it impact your view of Jesus to know He is Creator and "upholds all things by the word of His power"? Why is "He sat down" such a loaded phrase after saying He "made purification of sins"? Why does the writer make such a big deal about Jesus being better than the angels? React to this statement: The universe will wear out but Jesus remains the same. React to this statement: Worship, sonship, throne, kingdom, the right hand—these belong only to Jesus! How do "pay much closer attention" and "neglect so great a salvation" give proper context to the warnings that appear later in Hebrews 6 and 10?

  49. 52

    "No immoral person can enter the kingdom? That's me!"

    Why are so many scared of too much grace? What does the Bible actually say about grace? I've read so many passages that freak me out and make me think I have no chance of entering God's kingdom. Do we need to ask God to forgive us every time we sin? What about confessing to one another?

  50. 51

    Are you saying sin is okay? (No way!)

    Did God predestine sin in order to show off His glory? My friend said we can fall away and lose our salvation, because her brother did. Is that true? What do we do when we sin? Are you saying sin is okay?

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