The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley
Pastor and bestselling author Andrew Farley delivers weekly messages and radio shows focused on the grace of God. The podcast explores Christian teachings and practical applications of grace in daily life.
Episodes
Better Than Religion - Part 20
Jesus is Better Than Religion! Discussion Questions (Hebrews 1-13 overview): Read Heb. 1:3. What does it mean to you that Jesus is the "exact representation" of God? And that He "sat down" at the right hand of God? Read Heb. 2:11 and react to this truth: You're sanctified, and Jesus isn't ashamed to call you family! Read Heb. 3:18-19 and 4:10-11. How do these passages reveal the core sin the auth
Food in Heaven? Wandering Eyes? Ethiopian Bible?
Will there be food in heaven? Will we see God right away when we die? How do you protect yourself from wandering eyes? Is the Earth flat? Is the Ethiopian Bible better than all the others?
Prosperity Gospel? Stricter Judgment?
How can we handle "alternative lifestyle" issues in church with grace? Why are so many Old Testament believers rich? Why did God stop making people rich? Why does James say teachers will incur a stricter judgment if there's no condemnation for us in Christ?
Has Jesus Already Returned?
What does "faith without works is dead" mean? Has Jesus already returned? Will there be tribulation after His return? What does it mean to take communion in "an unworthy manner"? Is that about unbelievers eating and drinking it?
Draw Near? But We're Already United!
How can we say "three days and three nights" when it's less than 72 hours? What year was Jesus crucified? How can Hebrews (and James) say "draw near" if we're already one with Christ? How are there saints coming down with Christ if they are just being raptured?
"Lead Us Not Into Temptation"?
How should we view those who say they're saved yet keep on sinning? And what if they end up in jail or prison? Why does the Lord's Prayer say "lead us not into temptation"? Why does Jesus talk about getting a return that's a hundredfold or sixtyfold or thirtyfold? What's He talking about?
Spiritual Warfare. Total Forgiveness. Church Discipline.
Do I have to learn every deception of the enemy to be victorious? I know God feels emotions, but what does that mean for how He treats us? How could Jesus be truly tempted if He is God? Are we forgiven by God each time we confess or all at once? What if asking for forgiveness daily just makes me feel better? Why did King Saul call upon a witch? I know someone who was kicked out of church. Is there
Better Than Religion - Part 19
Would You Leave Religion for Jesus? Jesus wasn't crucified in the center of religious approval. He suffered outside the gate, where rejection, shame, and grace collided. And Hebrews gives an astonishing invitation: "Let us go out to Him." Discover why following Jesus may place you outside popular religion, why that's the safest place to be, and how His finished work offers something religion never
Do we need more of the Holy Spirit?
Do we need a second portion of the Holy Spirit after salvation? Does Paul say we might lose our salvation because of coarse jesting? My son thinks we might be saved by works. What can I share with him? Do we celebrate communion in order to be forgiven by God?
Am I Saved? Put God First? Miss His Will?
I constantly struggle with the assurance of my salvation. Can you help me? How can I put God first in my life? What is 1 Corinthians 2 saying about the Holy Spirit and discernment? I've got big decisions to make, and I don't want to miss God's will!
Parables. Millennium. Salvation.
Why did Jesus speak in parables? If God had the Devil in chains, why does He let him loose? What does it mean to reign with Christ? Isn't Jesus already reigning? What is the least we need to do to be saved?
Fasting. Forgiveness. Tithing.
What about fasting? Why did people fast and is it required for believers today? I forgave a debt but still hope it's paid in the future. Is that okay? Are we robbing God if we don't tithe 10%? What does New Testament giving look like?
"What if we sin deliberately?"
How should we talk to God in prayer? I haven't been very kind to others lately, and I wonder if I'm really saved. Some people say the message of God's grace is antinomianism. What is that? And what about the "sins of the high hand"? What does it mean to "strengthen our limbs" in Hebrews 12?
Assurance of Salvation
I have called upon the Lord to be saved, but sometimes I just don't feel saved. And the fearful thoughts are overwhelming. What is our role in spiritual warfare? What is God's role? What is the mark of the Lamb in the book of Revelation? I'm worried that I accidentally sold my soul to the Devil. What does it really mean to fix our eyes on Jesus?
Better Than Religion - Part 18
Which Mountain Are You Living From? Discussion Questions Hebrews 12:12-29: Read verses 12–13. When you feel weak, discouraged, or wounded, how does God's grace invite you toward healing rather than shame, pressure, or giving up? Read verses 14–15. Why can't we see the Lord without sanctification? What does it mean to "come short of the grace of God" here? Read verses 16–17. What does Esau's story
Are Babies Raptured? Is Silent Prayer Okay?
My friend asks: How can we say the New Testament is God's infallible message? What about babies and pets at the rapture? Do you have to pray out loud to be heard by God?
"I've done something almost unspeakable..."
I've struggled with pornography and lust, and now I'm dealing with some painful consequences. I know Jesus forgives, but I still feel like I've done something almost unspeakable, and I'm not sure where I stand with God. I've been crying out to Him, but how can I know I'm truly forgiven and still secure in Christ when my sin feels this serious?
Did Paul Steal the Gospel?
What Scriptures do you recommend sharing during a prayer march at an abortion clinic? Can you help me with 2 Peter 2 regarding eternal security? A podcaster is claiming that Paul was a liar who stole Christianity to distort it. Is there biblical evidence to refute this?
Wicked Heart? Is There a Hell? A Human Spirit?
Test your heart or trust your heart? Will all eventually be saved? Is Hell just a place of purification for future reconciliation? Could you please pray for my situation? Do unbelievers have a spirit? Or just a soul and a body?
Laying on of Hands? All Receive Crowns? One Return of Christ?
What significance does the laying on of hands hold? We know the Holy Spirit is only received by faith, right? What are the crowns in the New Testament? Will all believers receive them? So you believe in the rapture, but not a secret rapture? (Yes, exactly!). So then, why does God send angels to separate the wheat from the chaff?
Confess Each Sin to Be Forgiven?
Are we no longer "sinful" as believers? If so, then why do we still sin? Geneva, Scofield, and Darby: Let's talk Bible translations! I have a woman friend who is married to another woman. What are your thoughts? I wish my friends at church would understand 1 John 1:9 and total forgiveness better. I've explained it the best I can, so what else can I do?
Better Than Religion - Part 17
What If God's Discipline Is Actually Grace? Does God punish His children when they fail? Hebrews 12 gives a liberating answer. God's discipline isn't payback for your past; it's loving training from a Father who delights in you. Discover why God isn't breaking you down but building you up to live from your new heart in Christ. Discussion Questions Hebrews 12:1-13: Read verses 1–2. What "weights"
Mind of Christ? Soft on Sin?
My wife and I are getting involved in jail ministry! What does it mean to have the "mind of Christ"? How do you keep from assuming people already know what you mean about grace? My granddaughter recently passed. What Scriptures might I read at her funeral? Is it okay to take a break from reading the Bible sometimes? What are your thoughts on the many Bible versions? Is grace soft on sin?
Demon Possession, Praying for Satan, and Best Bibles
Should we pray for Satan? Can he be saved? What is the best Bible version? What are your thoughts on demon possession and deliverance for believers?
"We can do ALL things through Christ?"
What does it mean that we can "do all things through Christ"? How is that idea twisted by some? Do you have a book on the lies many Christians believe? I heard you explaining something about dying to self. Could you expound on that for me?
Baptism. Covenant. Sacrifice.
Did John the Baptist have the Holy Spirit his whole life? What did water baptism mean in those days? When did the new covenant really begin? Why was Cain's sacrifice rejected? Will I ever understand the Trinity?
"Do I Know More Than Some Pastors?"
What does it mean to find mercy and grace in our time of need? I feel like I understand the new covenant better than most pastors I know. Why is that? How do I know when the Holy Spirit is prompting me to do something?
"I don't wanna go to Heaven!"
Can you talk about seeking Him and being rewarded? My wife is a new believer, and I wonder what we should study together? I don't really want to go to Heaven. I'm afraid I'll be exhausted from all the serving! Can we hurry the end times along by what we do? I don't want to miss my purpose and calling. What can I do? The person living above me casts spells on my food. Can you pray for me?
Better Than Religion - Part 16
Are You Trying to Please God the Wrong Way? Hebrews 11 is an invitation to fix your eyes on Jesus. In this message, Andrew Farley shows how the famous "Hall of Faith" points beyond human heroes to God's finished work in Christ. Discover why it's not really about the size of your faith and how everything God promised is already yours through the finished work of Jesus. Discussion Questions for Hebr
"My oxen are always in the ditch!"
My work schedule requires that I'm on duty seven days a week sometimes. I've been told that God wants me to take a day off or I may be missing his blessing. Is that true? They also tell me "my oxen are always in the ditch"! Do we need to die to self? What about dying daily? And didn't Jesus say to "deny yourself"? How do we get busy living if we're always busy dying?
"I may not have much time left..."
What is the status of spiritual gifts in the church today? Have they gone away? Are there still consequences for sin, even though we're forgiven? I have an immune disorder, and I'm just not sure how to pray or how to be a good steward of the time I have left?
"Cut to Pieces" (Matthew 24)?
Does Matthew 24 mean believers may be cut into pieces by God? I've been a believer in overseas missions for 27 years, and God used The Grace Message to dramatically transform my view of Him. Thank you! I have heard some atheists say that Christianity promotes slavery and white supremacy. Is there any truth to it?
Church Planting, Confession, and Baptism
What message would you give to church-planting pastors everywhere? Could you clarify your teaching on water baptism and its proper place? Is there still a role for confession (agreeing with God) in the daily life of a Christian? If so, what role does it play?
Torn Veil? Water Baptism? Psychedelics?
Why did God raise believers from the dead when the veil was torn and Jesus died (Matthew 27)? What role does water baptism play? Does it cause us to be saved or to receive the Spirit? What are your thoughts on using psychedelics to foster an awareness of God's presence?
Salvation. Good Works. Prayer. Brokenness.
How should we interpret the "if you continue" verse in Colossians 1? My coworker is blessing everything in our warehouse! How was Jesus born without sin? How should we view Israel today in light of Jesus? Is God trying to break us? What does it mean to pray for something but to be "willing" for it not to happen? What are the good works God prepared in advance for us?
Better Than Religion - Part 15
What Can't They Take From You? Religion says your suffering is God's way of breaking you. Hebrews says something radically different. Discover why God's will isn't a mysterious roadmap for your life, why He's not behind your pain, and why confidence, not fear, is the Christian life. If you've ever wondered where God is when life falls apart, this message will change how you see Him forever. Discus
Tribulation. Rapture. Judgment.
How does the tribulation relate to the return of Christ? And what happens regarding the rapture and the final judgment? My husband and I were reconciled after being separated for nine years, and you married us. Thank you! How should we interpret Genesis 6:4 regarding "sons of God," "daughters of men," "giants" and "men of renown"?
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"?
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?
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?
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?
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 throug
Better Than Religion - Part 14
Can a Christian Sin Away Their Salvation? Does Hebrews 10 prove you can lose your salvation? Many people think so, but only because they skip the context. Before the warning comes one of Scripture's greatest declarations of confidence: you're perfectly forgiven, forever cleansed, and welcomed into God's presence through Jesus' finished work. Discover why Hebrews isn't threatening believers with ju
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?
Make Sure You're "in God's Plan"?
Should I worry about making sure I'm always "in God's plan"? Can I fall out? What are your thoughts on abortion following a prenatal Down syndrome diagnosis? What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? Why is it unforgivable?
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"?
"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"?
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
"They Say I Won't Go to Heaven!"
Are we told specifically to remember God and reflect on His attributes? What is "double-mindedness" exactly? My friends are telling me I won't go to heaven, because I don't go to church. Are they right? Is it true that we (the people) are the church? How do we best understand the warnings to the churches in Revelation? What about people who never hear the gospel? And what about babies who pass awa
Better Than Religion - Part 13
If Jesus Sat Down, Why Are You Still Trying So Hard? The Old Testament priests never sat down because the work was never done. Jesus sat down because it was. In this message from Hebrews 10, Andrew Farley exposes the exhausting cycle of repeat confession, progressive forgiveness, and guilt-driven religion; and replaces it with the scandalous truth of the New Covenant. Your sins aren't covered. The
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?
Movies, Video Games and Rock Music
What do you think about R-rated movies, M-rated video games, and heavy metal music? At the rapture, will only Christians hear the trumpet? Are we with Jesus immediately upon our death, or do we sleep and awaken at the rapture?
Outer Darkness? No Repentance?
What does the Parable of the Talents mean? Who does the servant thrown into outer darkness represent? Hebrews 6 warns those who have "tasted" that, if they fall away, they can't find repentance. Who is this warning really for?
New Heart. Baptism. Addiction.
What does "obedient from the heart" really mean in Romans 6? Do you think I can baptize my own boys? I still struggle with alcoholism and pornography. Am I missing a truth? Or what's my main problem?
Pets in Heaven?
How can God tell us to "go forth and multiply" when humanity is sinful? Isn't that a contradiction? Why does God seem so different in the Old Testament? Will we see our pets again in Heaven?
How to Forgive Those Who Hurt You Deeply!
My father has a short time to live. How can I effectively share the gospel with him when he doesn't seem open? My mother is in a memory care facility, and this has caused a rift between me and my sister. I wonder what to do! Can you explain the "left behind" concept again from Matthew 24 and Luke 17? How often should we do the Lord's Supper? What about claim we shouldn't do it at all?
Better Than Religion - Part 12
What If Jesus Already Took It All Away? What if forgiveness isn't a payment plan? Religion thrives on repeat performances, but the Gospel announces, "Paid in full." Discover why Christ's better blood, better sacrifice, and better covenant mean your sins aren't merely covered… they're taken away once and for all! Discussion Questions for Hebrews 9-10: What does Hebrews mean when it says Jesus offe
Oneness with Jesus. Christ's Return. Final Judgment.
Can Mormon theology lead to salvation? Is anyone in their church saved? Jesus prayed for our "oneness" with Him in John 17, but does that happen for us now or later in Heaven? How can we die and be "present with the Lord" but then "the dead in Christ will rise first" at His return? When is the Matthew 25 final judgment in relation to the return of Christ?
Broken Off. Grafted In. (Rom. 11)
Why did Paul tell the Corinthians to "examine themselves" before the Lord's Supper? What is "not my will but Your will be done" really mean? Does Romans 11 mean that we Gentile believers have been grafted into Israel?
Forgiveness. Prayer. Spiritual Gifts.
Why did God require the shedding of blood for forgiveness of sins? I told someone Jesus came to serve us, but they didn't get it. What are your thoughts on cessationism? Have the spiritual gifts stopped? I have been experiencing disappointment in my prayer life. Am I praying wrong?
No Tongues = No Holy Spirit?
Our church leadership is telling me that I don't have the Holy Spirit living in me, because I don't speak in tongues. Is that truly the main evidence of salvation? And what about praying in a heavenly tongue? I'm wondering about salvation and in particular, my father, who was raised Catholic. What is the bare minimum that saves a person? What role does water baptism play?
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?
Saved by His Life? Ten Commandments? Out of Fellowship?
What does it mean to enter God's rest? Why is the cross not enough? What role does the resurrection play in our salvation? What purpose do the Ten Commandments serve? What about in the life of a believer? Do Christians "fall out of fellowship" with God when they sin?
Better Than Religion - Part 11
Did You Put the Veil Back Up? Christians believe in Jesus, but many still live like they're standing in the outer court of the Old Testament tabernacle. Always wondering if they're close enough, clean enough, spiritual enough. That's outer court theology. In this powerful message, Andrew Farley explodes this theology with the radical truth of the New Covenant. This New Covenant, which began the mo
Narrow Gate? Christians in Hell?
How many returns of Christ are there? How does this fit with the idea of a "secret" rapture? What about the final judgment? Those clothed in white in Revelation 7? And the 144,000? Does "narrow gate" in Matthew 7 mean most Christians are going to Hell? What are your thoughts on "profession versus possession"? How hard is it to be saved? What's the minimum needed?
Saved Forever? Repentance? Dreams?
I'm a new believer and keep hearing mixed messages about our security in Christ. Can we lose our salvation or not? When we sin as believers, do we need to repent? My parents have a friend who is constantly having dreams about people dying. How should we look at those dreams?
Standing on God's Promises? Jesus Gave Us His Glory?
Is suicide an unforgivable sin? What does it mean to stand on the promises of God? What are they? What does Jesus mean by "giving us His glory" in John 17?
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?
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?
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 realit
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?
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"?
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? *Previously aired
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?
Ask the Holy Spirit for Access? Just Claim Healing?
Andrew, has God ever inspired you to pray for something in life or ministry and you struggled along the way? I heard a minister say you have to ask the Holy Spirit for access to God in prayer. Is that true? I have some major health issues, and some people tell me that I should just claim healing because of the finished work of Jesus. Am I free to spend money to seek medical advice?
Just discovered my "new self." Am I crazy?!
Do people who reject "once saved, always saved" really believe God might kick us when we're down? What can you say about Christ as the Living Word? How can I share the "Christ in you" message effectively with others? What happens to Jews (and Gentiles) who don't hear and believe the gospel today? And what about Jews in Old Testament times? Suddenly, understand the new self in a deeper and more me
Better Than Religion - Part 9
Why settle for religion when Jesus brought something better? What makes Jesus better? Hebrews answers with one powerful truth: He lives forever. Unlike every priest before Him, Jesus never dies, never retires, never needs a successor, and never abandons His post. As the eternal High Priest, He is the guarantor of a better covenant founded on better promises. His finished work doesn't need repeatin
Appointed to life? Judgment for sins?
What does "appointed to life" mean in Acts 14:38? Why are Gentiles mentioned in that passage and near every teaching in the New Testament on predestination? Why did somebody tell me, "actions speak louder than words"? Why do so many churches have elaborate (and expensive) programs for children? Will God judge believers for their sins?
Babies in Heaven? The Holocaust? Dietary Laws?
What age are we in Heaven? What about babies? Why does God allow bad things (like the Holocaust) to happen? Can Christians eat whatever they want? Why or why not? What about our freedom from the Law: How does that play into the Christian life?
Women in Church? Pride Month?
Can women be active ministers of the gospel? It's such a hot topic in our churches right now, so what's your take? With it being "pride month" right now, what guidance, insights, or passages of Scripture would you use to help those who may be confused about the issue?
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