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Dr. Andrew Farley

Denied the Faith (1 Timothy 5:8)?

December 26, 2018

“But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.” (1 Timothy 5:8)

Ryan from Lansing, Michigan called in to ask about this challenging passage. What does it mean here to have “denied the faith”? Is this about loss of salvation? And how can anyone be “worse than an unbeliever”?

In this short video clip, I address Ryan’s question and present the simple and liberating truth about first Timothy 5:8.

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Recently, a man killed eleven Jewish people at a Pittsburgh synagogue. A suspect has now been charged in a 44-count indictment. Is it impossible for a man like this to believe the Gospel and be saved? At times like this, we may find ourselves wondering: How big is God’s invitation to grace? Can anyone be forgiven? Mary from Washington D.C. called in to our radio program to ask this important question. In this short video, I address Mary’s question and discuss the true extent of God’s grace.
December 25, 2018
There are half a dozen passages that some utilize to claim that the whole world is fully reconciled, forgiven, or even saved. Jeff called in to our radio program to ask about these passages. In this short video clip, I share my thoughts on the world passages and what they really mean in context. I hope this is clarifying as you think about what the world has in Adam and what we have in Christ.  
December 24, 2018
Gary is a newer believer who called in to our radio program from New York. Gary recently found himself at a party where some unbelieving friends were asking, “Are there any real benefits to being a Christian right here and now, or is it just about enjoying heaven after death?” Gary and his Christian friends didn’t know how to respond to the unbelievers’ question at the time. So, is being a Christian only about life after death or are there real, tangible benefits to everyday life right now? In this short radio clip, I share my thoughts on this important question. I discuss why the presence and comfort and counsel of Christ in you makes the “wow” right now!
December 23, 2018
Shelby called in to our radio program with a few things on his mind: How were people in the Old Testament saved?Isn’t it unfair that God wiped out those of Noah’s generation?Isn’t it unfair that so many perish today? In this short video clip, I address Shelby’s concerns and talk about the “fairness” of God.
December 22, 2018
“For if we go on sinning willfully after receiving the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins…” (Hebrews 10:26) There’s no sacrifice left? What does this even mean? Can we out-sin the grace of God and reach the point where the blood of Christ runs out on us? Edgar in North Carolina called in to our radio program to ask about this very challenging passage, Hebrews 10:26. Edgar was taught that this verse is designed to motivate Christians or “hit them on the head” so they get in line out of fear of God’s judgment. In this short video clip, I address Edgar’s question and discuss the true and liberating meaning of Hebrews 10:26.
December 21, 2018
Is it possible that we can jump out or fall out of God’s hand? What does it mean to “hold on to the faith and a good conscience”, and not shipwreck the faith? Does God give us pain and bad circumstances?
December 20, 2018
Is the teaching of purgatory biblical? What about this concept of robbing God, do we rob God when we fail to tithe? Do we tithe before taxes or after taxes? 
December 19, 2018
Concerning the judgment seat of Christ, are we going to be judged for our sins? Are there any prophecies that remain to be fulfilled before Christ returns? What are your thoughts on the war and the plagues that take place in Revelation 9? Is it okay to celebrate the Lord’s Supper by yourself? Does God help Christians fulfill the Law today?
December 18, 2018
Is God killing people for not taking the Lord’s Supper correctly? Does satan know what we are thinking, and is satan omnipresent? What is sin? What do demons do? Can christians be possessed by demons? 
December 17, 2018
Is suicide the unforgivable sin? What is Paul trying to tell us in 1 Corinthians 5:11, aren’t we supposed to love everyone? Is it biblical to get cremated?
December 16, 2018
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The Grace Message with Dr. Andrew Farley consistently offers simple, straightforward, and accurate help for anyone looking to better understand the depths of God’s grace. Andrew’s teachings will challenge the way you look at God through scriptural insights, and help you live in the freedom of the finished work of Jesus Christ.

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Dr. Andrew Farley is devoted to helping people better understand the grace of God and helping them live in the freedom that comes from a true understanding of Jesus Christ’s finished work on the cross. He seeks to challenge the way people look at God, and themselves, through practical, scriptural insights about God’s forgiveness, living under grace and what a new identity in Christ really means.

Andrew is the author of Zondervan’s debuted #1 bestseller on Amazon, The Naked Gospel, in addition to serving as lead pastor of Church Without Religion in Lubbock, Texas. He is also the president of The Grace Message. His mission is to help people better understand the grace of God and see them enjoy freedom. He previously served as a professor of linguistics at the University of Notre Dame and Texas Tech University

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