“Are my loved ones in Heaven or not?”*
What does it take to go to Heaven? I wonder about my family members who’ve died! Why would Jesus pray “Lead Me not into temptation” when God doesn’t tempt us? How can I interpret “having nothing to do with deeds of darkness” without getting legalistic? What is a good definition of “grace”? *Previously aired.
“Are my loved ones in Heaven or not?”
What does it take to go to Heaven? I wonder about my family members who’ve died! Why would Jesus pray “Lead Me not into temptation” when God doesn’t tempt us? How can I interpret “having nothing to do with deeds of darkness” without getting legalistic? What is a good definition of “grace”?
“Luke 14:26 says to hate your family?”
Why did Jesus say you have to hate your family? And what about taking up your cross to be His disciple? Also, why did He say we would do even greater things than He did? What did He mean? What role do emotions play in the fruit of the Spirit?
“My friend says I’m not a true Christian!”
Do we need to ask God for forgiveness every time we sin? If not, what should we do instead? My friend told me I’m not a true Christian, because I believe in grace and don’t think we’re under the Ten Commandments! What did Jesus write in the sand that caused the woman’s accusers to leave?
“Obsessive Christianity Disorder”?
My friend has a form of religious OCD, and she needs help. Can you offer any advice? Is artificial intelligence inherently evil? How can my mind be renewed when I’m so overwhelmed by circumstances?
“Should we beg like David?”
How should we read Psalm 51 in light of the cross? What about the book of Joel? How should I view my struggle with mental health? How can my wife help me? What do we talk to God about in prayer now that we understand His grace better?
What is the “wrath” of God?
What is the “wrath” of God? How will some experience it if Jesus died to free us from it? Does God speak audibly to us today? How do we “hear” from God? How should we look at giving under the New Covenant?
“I get perverted thoughts and doubt my salvation!”
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 […]
“How can I forgive an abusive pastor?”
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 […]
“How can I be more patient?”
I need encouragement to read the Bible. Can you help me? I struggle with patience and wonder if you have any thoughts on it. In John 16, what kind of things did Jesus mean would be revealed later?
“I feel like a hypocrite when I read the Bible or pray!”*
Why is it so hard for me to believe my “sins of omission” are forgiven? I feel guilty (like a hypocrite) when I read the Bible or pray, because of my choices lately. What can I do? How do 2 Corinthians 5 and Romans 14 fit together and show us what will happen at the […]
“I feel like a hypocrite when I read the Bible or pray!”
Why is it so hard for me to believe my “sins of omission” are forgiven? I feel guilty (like a hypocrite) when I read the Bible or pray, because of my choices lately. What can I do? How do 2 Corinthians 5 and Romans 14 fit together and show us what will happen at the […]
“The other half of the gospel!”
What is the neglected message of the cross? Am I part of a Korean cult? What does it mean to vote biblically? Why does Paul target sexual immorality as “sinning against your own body”? What does “the meek will inherit the earth” mean?
Why was Cain’s sacrifice rejected?
Why was Cain’s sacrifice not accepted by God? How do you bear the fruit of the Spirit in your daily life? What did Jesus mean by “pick up your cross and follow Me,” especially since this was pre-cross?
“Strict religion made me sin more!”
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.
“Does God still discipline us?”
Does God chastise us? Discipline us? What does that look like? Was the thief on the cross the first Christian? Does Acts 16 mean that we can believe and our whole family is then saved? How did God divide Israel’s land? Why? What does it mean to trust in the Lord and not your own […]
“My life is filled with failure”
What is the meaning of the cross? It’s hard for me to believe that Jesus loves me, because my life is filled with failure. Can you encourage me?
“Did I take the mark of the beast?”
Are all sins equal? What about consequences? And what about judgment and punishment? I drank an energy drink, and now I’m afraid I took the mark of the beast! I visit church services of many denominations, and I wonder what’s most important to look for in a church?
12.24.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Is it okay to study philosophy? Do we each receive different amounts of rewards in Heaven? What Scriptures can I use to fight the enemy and have God intercede to get my husband back? Why did Jesus tell the thief on the cross that He would be in paradise (Heaven) but later told Mary (after […]
12.19.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Does “falling away” ever mean loss of salvation? Where did Jesus go between His death and resurrection? Why did Jesus curse the fig tree? Why did you post on social media that “Christians can be themselves and express Jesus at the same time”?
