The Grace Message

Does the Holy Spirit help us keep the Law? What does it mean to “gain the whole world and forfeit your soul”? What is the false teaching in 1 Timothy 4:1 really about? I love the freedom of God’s grace!

What is the soul? Is it the real me? Is it important to believe we have three parts (spirit, soul, and body) instead of just two? I’ve asked God for forgiveness over and over, but I still don’t feel forgiven. What can I do? Doesn’t the Lord’s Prayer say we’re supposed to ask Him to forgive us? My sister is Mormon, and I’m worried she’s missing her blessing due to false teaching. How can I share truth with her?

How can I know for sure that I’m saved? My son was killed in a car accident. Where was God‘s protection? Was his death untimely? Are paid pastors and the concept of elders a product of Constantine or Calvin? Or are they actually biblical?

Why don’t I always feel regret and remorse about sin if I am truly saved? Why does Romans 8:13 say “you must die”? Is it important to be legally married if we’re already married in the eyes of God? How can I share the Gospel with my Jewish friend?

I invite you to join me as we continue our “Alive with Christ” series, diving into the rich truths of Ephesians 4. In this message, we’ll explore the description of the unbeliever and uncover the root cause behind their state of futility, darkness, and ignorance. Through the analogy of an electrical outlet, you’ll also gain insight and understanding into your new identity in Christ and why you don’t need to put off your old self daily. Additionally, we’ll delve into the importance of not letting anger linger and preventing the enemy from gaining a foothold in our lives. We’ll also explore the profound concept of forgiveness as a choice and what it looks like in our daily lives. I encourage you to listen to this message and be inspired by the life-changing truths of living in Christ. Let’s embrace the transformative power of knowing our true identity in Him! Discussion Questions for Ephesians 4:17-32: 1. Read verses 17-19. How do words like futility, darkened, excluded, ignorance, hardness, and callous describe the unbeliever? What is the main cause of this? (Hint: Consider the electrical outlet analogy.) 2. Read verses 20-24. Why is it important to read these five verses as one big thought? Is it really saying we need to put off our old self daily? If not, what does it mean? (Make sure to cross-reference Colossians 3:9-10.) 3. What does verse 24 say about you as the new self? What does this mean to you personally? 4. Read verse 25. How does belonging to one another relate to lying? 5. How does “letting the sun go down on your anger” give the devil an opportunity? What’s the solution? Be sure to discuss what “forgiveness as a choice” really looks like. 6. Read verses 29-30. How does verse 29 give us insight into what it means to grieve the Spirit? 7. Read verse 32. In what way is this the opposite of what we see in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 6:14-15)? How do we resolve the discrepancy? (Hint: Consider the cross as the dividing line of human history and the purpose of the Sermon on the Mount.)

Is there any sadness or disappointment in Heaven? Will disputes be settled and bitterness be healed in Heaven? Do angels have bodies like humans? How are our minds renewed? I feel like I’m not living up to God’s expectations. I heard you teach that we don’t need to tithe 10% today. Where do we find that? What about Jesus’ instruction on tithing? I’ve been smoking for decades and can’t seem to stop. Does this mean I have a lack of faith? What does “help my unbelief” mean in Mark 24?

Why not just sin if we're totally forgiven? Is there a second baptism of the Holy Spirit that includes tongues? When do you receive the Spirit - at salvation or later? Are both men and women made in God's image? I'm born again now, and I wonder if I should continue to go to my Catholic church?

Why would we be judged for our sins if our sins are forgiven? God showed me how to break free from addiction! What are your thoughts on backsliding?

What does the Revelation 22 warning about adding or subtracting mean? Is the "sanctification" in Hebrews 10:14 progressive or finished? How does Hebrews 10:10 factor in? I feel burned out and I have lost some of my desire to pray for others. What should I do?

I have a toxic relationship with my ex-husband. What can I do to move on? My husband doesn't want to be intimate as much as I do. What should I do? So many things are going wrong in my life, and I feel overwhelmed with problems. Am I cursed?