The Grace Message

Why didn’t people recognize Jesus after His resurrection? What are the “seven spirits of God” in Revelation? Can you explain the sheep and goats and final judgment in Matthew 25?

What is the finished work of Christ? Is suicide an unforgivable sin? Why does 2 Timothy 2 say, “He will disown us”? Are there levels of rewards in Heaven?

Are you ready for a revolutionary perspective on how you relate to God every day? Look no further! I invite you to dive into my latest message, where I unveil the profound insights within Romans 12. Here’s a glimpse of what awaits you!    • Discover the significance of offering your body as a living sacrifice, not a dead one!    • Gain a whole new view of worship. It’s not limited to a mere 22 minutes of music each week!    • Learn how your mind is renewed, allowing God’s transformative power to shape your thoughts and perspectives.       • Find solace in the unwavering trust that God’s will is always good, and that you are intricately designed to align perfectly with it.    • Gain a fresh understanding of humility, learning to view yourself through God’s eyes. Say exactly what He says about you, neither more nor less.    • Release the burden of vengeance and discover the peace and freedom that come from relinquishing the weight of retaliation. Don’t miss out on this one! Embark on a thought-provoking journey with Romans 12. Discussion Questions for Romans 12:1-21 1. Why is it significant that your body is a “living and holy” sacrifice as opposed to a dead one? 2. How does verse 12 help you redefine worship or expand your view of it? 3. React to this statement: My mind needs to be renewed, but my heart and spirit do not! 4. How does verse 2 reassure you that you can be comfortable with God’s will and God’s plans for your life? 5. React to this statement: Real humility is saying the same thing about yourself that God says, no more and no less. 6. How do verses 4-7 free us up to each be our unique selves in Christ? What does this passage mean for those who seek to push everyone into the same mold? 7. Read verses 9-13. Considering the context of Romans (especially chapters 5-8), how can a person carry out the instruction in this chapter without it becoming legalism? 8. Read verses 17-21. How does the final judgment factor into the rationale for how we treat evildoers today?

If you wrong someone, do you need to confess it in order to remain saved? My friend prays salvation multiple times a week. How can I help her? What do you think about people who say something is “not God’s timing”? Was Jesus really forsaken by the Father? How do I know I’m walking the narrow path? How do I beat the cycle of shame in my life due to sexual sin? How do I figure out whether my wife is saved or not?

Can we know for sure we’re going to Heaven? What kind of “authority” do believers have? What is antinomianism? Aren’t we still under the moral law?

Can a real Christian still continue to struggle with fear even after being saved a long time? What about being perfected in love? Can Satan attack us in the night with bad dreams? Are there steps we can take to prevent this from ever happening again?

My nieces are being taught legalism. What should I do in a situation like this? Why are the next two days so important for The Grace Message? Is it possible to surrender or renounce your faith once you’re saved?

What does it mean to see in a mirror dimly? Can you explain what you wrote in your book, “Self improvement is a sin and an impossibility”? What is the purpose of water baptism? I start to worry when I have periods of doubt about my faith. What should I do?

As we approach June 30th – the end of our fiscal year at The Grace Message – I wanted to personally extend an invitation that’s sure to leave you inspired. In a first-ever, behind-the-scenes podcast episode, I recently sat down with my dear friend, Bob Davis, to discuss our ministry’s mission and unveil some exciting developments. During this conversation, you’ll hear why I’m so passionate about this message of grace, the life-changing impact we’re having, and the ambitious plans for the coming year. I encourage you to seize the moment and listen in to discover an incredibly unique opportunity available only through this Friday! Click below to check out this special podcast episode! Thank you for your unwavering support, which has enabled us to touch lives and bring freedom by Christ’s finished work. Don’t miss this chance to be inspired by the story God is telling through The Grace Message!  

So many Jews have rejected Jesus. But has God rejected them? Absolutely not! In fact, God has a beautiful plan to bring Jews and Gentiles together in Christ. Imagine a tree that represents all that God is doing with humanity throughout the ages. Then imagine yourself getting to be a part of that tree, grafted in! Well, you don’t have to imagine. It’s true! And in Romans 11, the Apostle Paul paints this vivid imagery for us. Now, some have twisted this passage into being about loss of salvation. They say if you don’t keep up your end of the bargain, God will cut you off from His tree. But that’s not exactly what’s happening in Romans 11. As you’ll learn, it’s all about Jews being cut off for their unbelief and any one of us (including Jews!) being grafted in for their belief. In short, it’s about salvation, not loss of it! Check out the truth here and celebrate the freedom it brings! Discussion Questions for Romans 11: 1. Has God rejected Israel? How does verse 5 answer this? 2. Read verses 7-10. How is this similar to Romans 1 in which God “gave them over”? 3. Read verses 11-15. In your own words, explain the argument that Paul puts forth two times here. 4. Read verses 17-24. Explain the tree and branches analogy. Who are the natural branches? The wild branches? Why is a branch cut off? Why is a branch grafted in? 5. Why is this tree analogy not about loss of salvation? How does understanding the tree as the history of God with people helpful?