Andrew Farley

I have been very discouraged lately because of my sin struggles. Can you help me? Could Judas have been forgiven for betraying Jesus? How do I better relate to my teenage children and inspire them? My friend is telling me that we are totally forgiven positionally but not relationally. Is that true?

Why do you call John 17 the "real" Lord's prayer? Ezekiel 1-2 are filled with creatures, symbols, and a commissioning of the prophet. Can you explain this? How is true, biblical discernment different from the judging of others that I often see? Did Jesus really say that some standing before Him would not die until the kingdom had come? How can that be if we are still waiting on His return today? I've been saturated in the message of grace for decades, and now I'm sharing it with others! How can I decide whom to give money to? I often feel pressure but want to use discernment in my giving. Why is it such a big deal to know the cross is the true dividing line of human history? I broke off my engagement, because she's pro-choice. Would a "mixed household" still be blessed by God?

“Wait... We All Get the Same Reward?”   React to this statement: “Grace doesn’t check the timecard.” What does this truth reveal about how God views your life story, your past mistakes, and your late starts? How does this parable challenge the idea that Christians will receive different levels of reward in heaven based on performance? In what ways does it affirm that Jesus is the reward—and that the reward begins right now? Have you ever felt like a “latecomer” in the faith, or that you’ve missed out on something by not doing more, sooner? How does God’s equal generosity in this parable speak to those feelings? What does this story say to the person who has spent a lifetime in religious effort trying to “earn” more from God? How can this parable set them free? React to this statement: “Comparison kills joy. Grace revives it.” Where have you seen comparison steal joy in your life? How might embracing grace bring you peace? In what areas of your life do you catch yourself keeping score—with others or even with

Is it okay to get a tattoo? What about a tattoo of Scripture? Did Eve lie when she said they must not "touch" the tree? Are all snakes from Satan? If we get more people to pray with us, is it more likely for God to answer "yes"?

Is it okay to attend church virtually? What does it mean that the Holy Spirit "drove" Jesus into the wilderness? My friend is heavy into a psychological approach to making life work called NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). How can I share the gospel with her? My wife and I were invited to a same-sex wedding. Should we go?

My wife and I are discussing issues like quiet times, getting closer to God, and putting on the armor of God. How do we navigate these discussions when we have differences of opinion? Do you think the enemy can influence our dreams? If so, what should we do?

Why did Jesus teach so many extreme things in the Sermon on the Mount? What is the honest truth about "once saved, always saved"? Are we really secure forever? I've been tithing my whole life, but then heard you talk about giving from an attitude of freedom. Can you explain that more?

Does the Parable of the Soils teach loss of salvation? How can I respond to someone who is always bossing and lecturing me? I want to evangelize on the streets for the rest of my life! Why do I always feel like I’m walking on eggshells with God? I want to launch a fitness program online, but my friends say I need to “do more.” What are your thoughts?

Do you suffer from OBS (Older Brother Syndrome)? Discussion Questions: What does this parable teach us about the empty promises of sin? What motivated the prodigal son to want to go home? Have you found yourself preparing a script to grovel before God? Why? What does the father’s reaction say about our Father? What does it say that the father went into FULL “party mode”? Do you ever suffer from OBS (Older Brother Syndrome)? What’s the remedy? React to this statement: “You have always been with me, all that is mine is yours.”

Is “once saved, always saved” really true? How can we know for sure? Why did Jesus say to be “as wise as serpents”? I hate snakes! I was saved decades ago, but have backslid so much. Now, I’m afraid I might be “out”!

Why do we see so many off-base teachings in churches today? Are there different levels in Heaven? I have an opportunity to get remarried to an unbeliever. Should I? Can you explain sanctification more clearly?

Explain the blessing through Abraham in Genesis 12. Is that only about Jewish believers or all believers? Why does Paul quote one of the Ten Commandments (in Ephesians 6) if we are not under the Law? How do we identify lies we’re believing and replace them with the truth? What did Jesus mean when He said the thief comes to steal, but that He came to give us life?

Doesn’t a balance of law and grace make sense? If we all have the Holy Spirit, why are there so many disagreements among Christians? What do you say to people who claim you’re teaching “cheap grace”?

Could you please comment on the doxology in Romans 11? Where can I find the 10 Commandments? What purpose do they serve for the Christian? I tried to get healed but wasn’t. Is that my fault? Someone told me Jesus is only the Savior of the Jews. What should I tell him? It bothers me that more churches don’t talk about Israel. What are your thoughts? I just heard a pastor say tongues is for every believer and a sign of salvation. Is there any truth to that?

What if God loves you just as much as Jesus? Discussion Questions: React to this statement: You are not of this world! What does sanctified mean? How do people try to be sanctified? What really sanctifies? What level of oneness did Jesus pray for? What evidence do you see of this in the passage? React to this statement: The Father loves you just as much as He loves Jesus. Read verse 24. What does it mean to be with Jesus where He is? How does knowing your oneness lead to a healthier view of dependence? What is the biggest takeaway for you from this message?

Matthew 7 really scares me! To whom does Jesus say, “Depart from Me”? Right now, I’m being slandered. And the person doing it is a believer! How does God view this injustice? If God hardened Pharaoh’s heart long ago, then does He harden people’s hearts today so they can’t believe?

Can you explain “in the flesh”? What about “in the Spirit”? And then please explain “walking” and “setting the mind.” My friend says he believes in God but not in Jesus. What should I say next? What is your best advice on evangelism, sharing the gospel with all kinds of people?

I listened to false teaching for a while, and now I feel confused and condemned. I don’t want to follow the wrong Jesus! My friend told me that we shouldn’t use common sense, only godly wisdom. Is there really a competition between those two?