“Will my works burn up?”*
What does 1 Corinthians 3 mean about works burning up? Do Christians have two fathers? Do we sometimes serve Satan? What is the meaning of “Son of Man”? My friend believes only water baptism can bring forgiveness of sins. I’m not sure we can get married if we disagree on this! Is that what Acts […]
“Will my works burn up?”
What does 1 Corinthians 3 mean about works burning up? Do Christians have two fathers? Do we sometimes serve Satan? What is the meaning of “Son of Man”? My friend believes only water baptism can bring forgiveness of sins. I’m not sure we can get married if we disagree on this! Is that what Acts […]
“Paul had his hair cut off because of a vow?” (Acts 18:18)
Why did Paul go up to Jerusalem in Acts 21? Did Paul disobey God by going to the Temple? And did James convince Paul to do something legalistic? Or had Paul already decided to take a vow in Acts 18:18? What is repentance? Why did God wrestle with Jacob? What is God‘s view of kings […]
What is “the obedience of faith”?
How do faith and obedience relate to each other? What should we conclude from Paul’s struggle in Romans 7? Will God protect us from physical harm? Is it guaranteed?
“Is dating an unbeliever okay?”
Why did God prevent Paul from going to Asia at first? Did he ever go? Is it okay to date someone who is not a believer? Do babies go to Hell?
“Few are chosen”?
Why does Jesus say “many are called, few are chosen”? How does the parable about the wedding feast reveal His true meaning? When is the rapture? Why did Paul go to Arabia?
“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 […]
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?
“Why did Paul give in to Jewish customs?”
Why does Paul say “let them be accursed” in Galatians? What’s wrong with the word “surrender”? Is it really okay to feel good with God? Why did Paul write that we “uphold” or “establish” the Law in Romans 3:31? If we’re not under the Law, then why did Paul and others give in to Jewish […]
“Did James understand salvation by faith?”
Did James understand grace? Did he disagree with Paul? Was James “zealous for the law”? Did James teach “certain men” to be legalistic?
Cheap grace?!?
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?
“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 […]
Was God angry with Jesus on the cross?
What does “a dog returns to its own vomit” mean? Did Did Peter, Paul and James have a law-based perspective in their writings at times? How should we view Matthew 18 in terms of church discipline? Was God’s wrath poured out on Jesus?
“Are there two different gospels?”
Are there two different Gospels? Why did Paul warn Timothy about people who have a form of godliness with no power to it? Is a person automatically sanctified if their spouse is a believer? I have a friend who is living with her boyfriend. Should I consider “not even eating with such a person”? What […]
Deny yourself? Not if you’re the new self!
Does our old self die when we believe? Does the Holy Spirit live in me or does Christ live in me? Why does Paul give instruction about women’s clothing but not men’s? What do you mean by “you can be yourself and express Jesus at the exact same time”?
Can I really do ALL things through Christ?
What is Paul’s thorn in the flesh? Why did King Saul prophesy? Am I free to gather with other Christians in a home on any day rather than Sunday church? If a believer dies by suicide, are they still saved? Did angels have relations with humans to produce offspring? Is once-saved-always-saved true? What does “I […]
What “work” is burned up?
What exactly is the work that’s burned up in 1 Corinthians 3? Is this chapter about earning rewards in Heaven? And what did Paul mean by God destroying those who destroy His temple? What’s up with Ananias and Sapphira in Acts 5? Did God kill them? If so, for what reason?
12.31.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Do unbelievers suffer forever in Hell? Or might there be an end to their suffering? Do we receive the Holy Spirit through water baptism? Does Acts 2:38 mean that water baptism is the key to salvation? In Acts 21, God warns Paul about going up to Jerusalem. Does that mean Paul was disobedient in going? […]
12.13.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why is Jesus called “Everlasting Father” in Isaiah? Did Peter, James and John have the same revelation as Paul? If Jesus really is God, then how did He not know the time of His return? Does God change His mind? What does “do not be conformed to the world” really mean in Romans 12?
11.21.2023 – The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Why does Paul seem to be bragging on himself about finishing the race and getting a crown? Is “once saved, always saved” actually true? What about those who die in infancy? And those who can’t comprehend the Gospel? I know we are not under the Law, but what about the Ten Commandments?
