Positional vs. Relational Forgiveness?
Is the idea of “relational forgiveness“ biblical? Do I need to get re-baptized? Can lazy Christians lose their salvation? What does it mean to pray in Jesus’ name? Should we follow preachers who teach loss of salvation? I got sprinkled instead of immersed. Does that count?
Salvation without water baptism?
Can we be saved without water baptism? If I don’t have to ask for forgiveness each time, then what should I do when I sin? Why did Jesus say, “My time has not yet come”? What are your thoughts on the song, “Better Than a Hallelujah”? Is it sacrilegious?
Opposites attract in dating?
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 […]
God’s “Superman” and His “Fortress of Solitude”?
What does the Bible say about singlehood? Was Paul God’s “Superman”? How do we enter God’s “fortress of solitude”? How do we best understand the Trinity? I can’t find a solid church to attend! Was I baptized incorrectly? Do we need to “draw near” to God?
Old Self? Sinful Nature? Flesh? HELP!*
After we come to know God’s grace, then what? For example, how would we deal with addiction? How did God rescue us from being dead in our sins? How can my daughter get closer to God? Should we get her water baptized? My son has been abused by his father, and no one will listen […]
Old Self? Sinful Nature? Flesh? HELP!
After we come to know God’s grace, then what? For example, how would we deal with addiction? How did God rescue us from being dead in our sins? How can my daughter get closer to God? Should we get her water baptized? My son has been abused by his father, and no one will listen […]
Only 144,000 Christians in Heaven?
Who are the 144,000 people mentioned in the book of Revelation? How do I address issues such as gender when my kids are hearing so many different things at school? Why does James reference the Old Testament law so much in chapter 2? I was a lukewarm Christian, but now I’m serious again. Should I […]
“Don’t let them take communion?”
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?
“I read Jesus, not Paul!”
What is the best way to study the Bible? How can I respond to “red letter Christians” who essentially discredit or ignore the teachings of Paul? Are certain New Testament letters just for pastors? Was the disciple Simon a Gentile? When exactly was Paul saved? Did water baptism play a role? Did any works factor […]
Do you have authority over demons?
Why was God mad at Balaam when he appeared to obey? Is “once saved, always saved” actually true? Should I get baptized a second time if I was already baptized as a child? What kind of authority do we have over demons? How should we exercise it? How can I find relief from intrusive thoughts […]
“Why not just sin if we’re totally forgiven?”
Why not just sin if we’re totally forgiven? Is there a second baptism of the Holy Spirit that includes tongues? When do you receive the Spirit – at salvation or later? Are both men and women made in God’s image? I’m born again now, and I wonder if I should continue to go to my […]
What does “living sacrifice” mean?
What does Romans 12 mean about proving the will of God? How do I explain the true meaning of water baptism to my brother who thinks it saves him? God knows what we need before we ask? What if someone’s behavior doesn’t show signs of new life? Could they still be saved?
12.17.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How is a person saved? Why would a person be baptized in water? What are “things of this world”? Where do we read that God will never forsake us? Is it a sin not to keep the Law? What about behavior passages in the New Testament? I try to praise God but often fall short. […]
11.26.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Is baptism required for salvation? My church teaches tithing, so is that the truth? Is God judging the United States? Can women speak in church? Did God use my law-based past to help me understand His grace better? Are we all God’s children? How do I know if I’m using my freedom to indulge the […]
11.15.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why does the Bible record a story about King Saul visiting a medium? Are some people predestined for Heaven and others for Hell? Why does Romans 9 say God will have mercy on whomever He pleases? A pastor baptized my grandson and said he’d need to be baptized in the Spirit later. Is this true?
11.05.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Does Ezekiel 3 mean I should feel guilty for not warning the wicked? What are the “greater things” that Jesus said we’d do? What are the battle of Gog and Magog about? Why does God warn about being “lukewarm”? A former pastor in our town seems to be taking advantage of others. Is it okay […]
11.03.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How do I forgive someone who hurt me deeply? Do I still need to spend time with them? Can we lose our salvation? I prefer to talk to unbelievers instead of Christians. I was baptized as a child, but didn’t understand the Gospel perfectly. Should I be baptized again?
11.02.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Can you lose your salvation? Were Jesus and the thief on the cross literally in Paradise on the same day? Why don’t you teach that baptism is necessary for salvation? Am I responsible for not sharing Jesus with everyone I meet? Is their blood on my hands?
10.20.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
How do we explain the baptism events in the book of Acts if it doesn’t cause salvation? Is there a second baptism of the Holy Spirit? Do we need to plead the blood of Christ sometimes? I feel like my faith has been shipwrecked, and I don’t know how to put it back together. Any […]
10.19.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why did Paul say to be eager for spiritual gifts if Jesus is the central focus? Is Ephesians 5 offering a list of Christians who lose their salvation through bad behavior? Is it okay to attend Alcoholics Anonymous? Why did John the Baptist say that Jesus would perform a greater baptism on us?
