“Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication.” Ephesians 6:18 “building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit.” Jude 1:20 Pray in the Spirit? What does that mean? How do we do it? This was Jonathan’s question when he called in to our radio broadcast. In this episode I discuss the true meaning of “praying in the Spirit.” Enjoy! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible ...
Jun 26, 2025•6 min•Ep. 245
Helen was taught that she no longer needs mind renewal because she has the mind of Christ. We do have the mind of Christ. But the Bible also tells us that our mind is constantly being renewed. So how do these two ideas fit together? In this episode, I address Helen’s confusion and clarify what’s going on as we learn and grow in Christ.
Jun 19, 2025•5 min•Ep. 244
Everyone loves to hear that God is gracious and kind, but there’s so much more to grace than feel-good generalities. Ever wondered how to explain what makes God’s grace and the New Covenant so incredible? Warning: Diving deeper into the love and grace of God can ruffle some feathers. Grace can feel dangerous – even offensive – to some. But when we grasp our once-for-all forgiveness, freedom from the Law (yes, even the Ten Commandments!), and trust Jesus for our morality, grace becomes more than ...
Jun 12, 2025•8 min•Ep. 243
If Old Testament worshipers had the benefit of a once-for-all sacrifice, they would have no longer had consciousness of their sins: ”Otherwise, would [the sacrifices] not have ceased to be offered, because the worshipers, having once been cleansed, would no longer have had consciousness of sins?” —Hebrews 10:2 Robert called in to ask what it means to not have consciousness of sins and how we get to that place. In this episode, I share my thoughts. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a ...
Jun 05, 2025•8 min•Ep. 242
Through our ministry, Carrie is learning a lot about God’s grace and her new identity in Christ. But in the process, she’s encountering popular teachings that now stand out as questionable. So she called in to our radio program to share her concerns. In this episode, I address what Carrie has been reading lately about God's forgiveness and answer these important questions: Do we have to wonder if our heart is repentant enough? Does God only forgive us when we are able to stop a sin? Do we have t...
May 29, 2025•11 min•Ep. 241
Many people wonder if their past mistakes are too much for God to handle. A recent caller shared his struggle with finding peace because of past sins, and I had some thoughts to share. Is it the size of your sins or the size of your Savior that truly matters? Romans 5 assures us we have peace with God through Jesus Christ. Yet, we often wrestle with the notion that our sins are deal-breakers. But here’s the truth: God isn’t keeping score. His love is ginormous, and His grace is inexhaustible. So...
May 22, 2025•13 min•Ep. 240
“Am I a lazy Christian? What’s wrong with me if I’m not involved in formal ministry?” This was Joe’s question. In this episode, I address the variety and diversity in the body of Christ and encourage Joe to see the bigger picture. I hope this is a big encouragement to you also today! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: ht...
May 15, 2025•8 min•Ep. 239
Juanita called to ask what it means to depend on Christ every day: What does it look like? How do we know we are “doing it”? In this episode, I share with Juanita my thoughts on what it means to depend on Jesus and all that He has done for us. Enjoy! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://andrewfarley.org/donate/ Con...
May 08, 2025•7 min•Ep. 238
Do you ever feel like you’re on a spiritual rollercoaster, always chasing the next big “experience”? A caller recently shared her whirlwind encounter with anointing oil and a supposed “second baptism” in the Holy Spirit. But is that really what the Gospel is about? In this episode, I dive into this hot topic, challenging the false idea that we need more than what Christ gave us at salvation. You might be surprised to learn you don’t need to hunger and thirst; you’re already complete in Him! Want...
May 01, 2025•12 min•Ep. 237
What is “spiritual growth”? Who causes it – God or you? What role do your choices play? These were George’s questions when he called in to our radio program. And in this episode, I share my thoughts on spiritual growth with George. I hope this is an encouragement to you today! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://a...
Apr 24, 2025•9 min•Ep. 236
How do we recognize and resist the voice of sin? This was Karl’s question when he called in from Arkansas to our radio program. In this episode, I address Karl’s concerns and talk about how God’s grace equips us to face temptation. I hope this is an encouragement to you today! Enjoy! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: ht...
Apr 17, 2025•12 min•Ep. 235
We’ve all seen it – the athlete scores a goal and points to Heaven, or someone shouts, “To God be the glory!” But have you ever wondered if God is really waiting for us to pump up His glory meter? In this episode, I flip the script on the concept of giving God glory. Spoiler alert: God doesn’t need anything from you, and He already has all the glory! That’s right, He’s not sitting around waiting for you to send more glory His way. Instead, discover the incredible truth about why God created you ...
Apr 10, 2025•7 min•Ep. 234
Belinda’s friend asked her, “If God sent plagues upon Egypt, then why wouldn’t we expect the same from Him today?” Then Belinda called in to get my take, and here it is in this episode. I hope this serves as an inspiring reminder of why Jesus changes everything. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://andrewfarley.org...
Apr 03, 2025•7 min•Ep. 233
Marcy called in to our radio program to ask about this controversial passage: But the Spirit explicitly says that in later times some will fall away from the faith, paying attention to deceitful spirits and doctrines of demons. (1 Timothy 4:1) Fall away from the faith? What does this mean? Is it about believers who are distracted? Is it about loss of salvation? Or does it mean something else? In this episode, I address Marcy’s concern and highlight the truth that sets us free. Enjoy! We hope you...
Mar 27, 2025•10 min•Ep. 232
If you’re living under grace, you might wonder if the Old Testament is even relevant now. A recent caller asked if the Old Testament is still important, or if it just adds confusion. In this thought-provoking video clip, I highlight several profound insights we discover in the Old Testament. Listen now and discover how the entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, comes alive like a 3-D movie when you view it through “grace glasses”! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit orga...
Mar 20, 2025•7 min•Ep. 231
What is the Trinity? How do we know the Trinity is an accurate view of God if the Bible never actually uses that terminology? Peter called in to our radio program to ask this, because his son – who recently became a believer – asked him about the Trinity. In this episode, I address the idea of the Trinity, using Scripture to support it. I hope this helps you clarify in your mind what is definitely a challenging concept! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, epis...
Mar 13, 2025•5 min•Ep. 230
If we’re totally forgiven, then is God’s grace a “license to sin”? And doesn’t it seem like so many believers are sinning just fine without this “license”? Does God’s grace somehow inspire us to sin even more? Mike called in from North Carolina to ask these important questions. In this short episode, I share my thoughts with Mike and highlight the two sides of the Gospel coin. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by fr...
Mar 06, 2025•9 min•Ep. 229
Scripture tells us that the “day of the Lord” will come like a thief in the night. But the uncertain timing of Christ’s return and the final judgment can leave us uneasy, wondering if we’re truly prepared. Many think of readiness as a checklist of activities or behaviors. But if being prepared required action on our part, Christianity would be a pretty scary proposition! Thankfully, the New Testament reveals that believers are ready, and it’s not because of what you’re doing. Check out this epis...
Feb 27, 2025•11 min•Ep. 228
Paul tells us everyone who belongs to God has the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:9). John tells us everyone who has eternal life has Jesus (1 Jn. 5:12). And Ephesians says we’ve been blessed with every spiritual blessing. So is “getting the Holy Spirit” really a second blessing that occurs later? This was John’s question when he called in to our radio program. In this short episode, I share the simple truth about being baptized in the Holy Spirit. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit...
Feb 20, 2025•4 min•Ep. 227
Trudy from Utah heard in a sermon recently that God looks at her “as if” she’s righteous. It gave here the impression that God is faking Himself out when it comes to her. Is God only pretending you are righteous? Or has a fundamental transformation occurred within you that actually made you righteous? Is your righteousness merely “imputed” (credited) or has it been “imparted” (given) to you? We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made...
Feb 13, 2025•8 min•Ep. 226
Ever wondered if God is disciplining you when life takes a downturn? Maybe you’ve lost your job, faced health issues, or struggled with temptation and thought, “Is this God trying to teach me a lesson?” In this eye-opening episode, I dive into what God’s discipline truly is and how it differs from punishment. You’ll learn why bad circumstances aren’t God’s way of dealing with your sins and how His discipline fits seamlessly into our everyday lives. Listen and be encouraged that you can welcome G...
Feb 06, 2025•11 min•Ep. 225
Are some sins “bigger” than other sins? Are there small sins? Lesser sins? This was Tyler’s question when he called in to our radio program. I hope my response to Tyler is an encouraging reminder to you today of the finished work of Jesus Christ. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://andrewfarley.org/donate/ Connect...
Jan 30, 2025•12 min•Ep. 224
Linda heard recently that if she submits to God, then her circumstances will submit to her prayers. She called in to find out if there’s any truth to the idea. In this short clip, address Linda’s question and talk about the fallacy of manipulating God. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://andrewfarley.org/donate/ C...
Jan 23, 2025•9 min•Ep. 223
The permanence of your salvation is an important truth we’ll never stop proclaiming at The Grace Message. (Sadly, there are still far too many teaching you can lose your salvation!) Recently, two back-to-back callers asked if “once saved, always saved” is really true. In a unique twist, I shared the Bible passages used by those who think salvation can be lost and revealed their true context. The bottom line: Believing in temporary salvation is calling God a liar! I also shared numerous Scripture...
Jan 16, 2025•16 min•Ep. 222
In Matthew 5, Jesus said whoever practices and teaches the commands of the Law will be called great in the kingdom of Heaven. But we Christians are not under the Law. And are we really ranked from least to greatest in Heaven? These were Tim’s questions when he called in about the Sermon on the Mount. In this short clip, I share the radical and liberating truth about Jesus’s teaching in Matthew 5. We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only...
Jan 09, 2025•9 min•Ep. 221
Test your heart? Guard your heart? Purify your heart? We hear so many different messages about our hearts, it’s no wonder that it can be difficult to discern the truth. Viola called in to ask about the believer’s heart, and in this short clip I share my thoughts with her. Enjoy! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https:/...
Jan 02, 2025•9 min•Ep. 220
There’s a common misconception that 1 John 1:9 instructs Christians to confess their sins to be forgiven and cleansed by God every day. The idea that God forgives your past sins at salvation but then leaves you with the burden of confessing each sin going forward to remain forgiven, misses the incredible power of the true Gospel message. In this call, I unpack the proper context of this passage, proving it’s not directed at believers. Your forgiveness doesn’t come in daily installments; you are ...
Dec 26, 2024•18 min•Ep. 219
George struggled so much with sin that it got to the point where he wondered if God was fed up with him. Was this the end for George? Was God so angry and frustrated that He was through with George? These were his concerns. So, can you out-sin the grace of God? Will the blood of Jesus run out on you? And if not, then what’s the motivation for upright living anyway? In this call, I address these crucial questions about forgiveness and godliness. I hope it’s both clarifying and inspiring for you t...
Dec 19, 2024•11 min•Ep. 218
Simon called in about this controversial passage: Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly. (James 3:1) Judged more strictly? How does this fit in with the believer’s freedom from punishment? In the short episode, I address Simon’s concern and highlight the truth that sets us free! We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like yo...
Dec 12, 2024•5 min•Ep. 217
While most Christian teaching mentions the grace of God, few go as far as we do at The Grace Message in bragging on God’s grace and the finished work of Christ. But how do we know we’re right about God’s grace and that a grace-centered perspective is the most accurate understanding of the Gospel? Is it the grace of God, plus nothing else added in? Or is it grace plus something we need to earn or achieve? As I share in this short episode, it all comes down to what you believe about the quality of...
Dec 05, 2024•13 min•Ep. 216
