The Grace Message

Does God put believers to the test? How should we interpret the casting out of demons from Christians? Why did God create Adam and Eve with choice knowing they would sin? How were people in the Old Testament forgiven of their sins? Do we see tough love in the Bible?

You claim we believers don't want to sin, but what if we feel like we do? My brother is into drugs, girls, lying, cheating, so what's up with that? What is the point of praying for a child who has lost their way if they have free will? Jehovah's Witnesses claim Christ is not eternal, but I believe He is eternal. Am I wrong? How should I pray for my unbelieving brother? What does it mean to be a disciple? Isn't every believer a "disciple", and aren't we much more than just disciples today?

Abraham doubted God’s promise to provide him and his wife with a son. Then, he decided to have a child with another woman just in case God didn’t come through. But that’s not what Romans 4 says about Abraham! God tells us through the Apostle Paul that Abraham “did not waver” in unbelief, grew strong in his faith, and was “fully assured.” Are you kidding me? I find that interesting, to say the least, don’t you? Why would God describe Abraham in this way, leaving out his biggest failure and even showcasing his faith? I think you’re going to love the answer, because it’s a beautiful reminder of how God sees you even in the midst of failure. Find out more right here in this compelling look at Abraham from God’s viewpoint. Questions for Romans 4:16-5:1 1. In what way is Abraham the father of us all? 2. How does verse 17 speak to Creation itself? 3. React to this statement: God views Abraham as never wavering even though he concocted a Plan B. 4. How does verse 25 convey the two main aspects of the Gospel message? 5. What does it mean to you personally to have peace with God?

My friend is saying that we can lose our salvation if we don’t keep the faith. Is that true? Is demonic possession still a thing today? What about deliverance ministries? Can you help me understand Mark 16 and Acts 10 in regard to “new tongues”? Why is Paul seemingly so harsh with a churchgoer in 1 Corinthians 5? What does 1 Corinthians 9 have to say about support for ministers? My church doesn’t really teach the grace of God, so I’m wondering what to do. What are your thoughts?

Is the heart the same as the spirit? I hear voices that make some blasphemous statements against the Spirit. Then I wonder: Have I committed the unforgivable sin? What if I don't see enough evidence of the fruit of the Spirit in my life?

Why does Luke 9 say to take up our cross daily if we’ve already died with Christ? I backslid, and now I no longer feel God’s presence. I wonder if I’ve lost my salvation. Can you help me?

What does it mean to work out your salvation with fear and trembling? What is the discipline of the Lord? Is it the same as punishment? Does the Bible really tell Christians to “die to self”?

Do we need to pray daily for forgiveness? Is God punishing us with earthly consequences? Can women serve as elders? Should communion be closed? Should we try to die to self?

Where is the fine line between obedience and grace? If a Christian dies by suicide, do they lose their salvation?

Abraham and David are perfect examples of those who were credited with righteousness and had their sins covered. By faith, they were forgiven and made right before God. But we have something more than a credited righteousness and something better than a sin covering. Find out why you can celebrate God’s grace even more than Abraham or David in this eye-opening message on Romans 4. Questions for Romans 4:1-15 1. Read verse 3. In what way is our righteousness more than credited to us? 2. Read verse 5. Why do you think the idea of “not working” and simply believing is so controversial today? 3. Read verse 7. In what way is our forgiveness more than a covering? 4. Read verse 8. How does this respond to those who claim we need to keep short accounts with God? 5. Read verse 10. Why is Paul’s question and answer so important here? 6. Read verses 11-12. How is Abraham an example to both the Jews and the Gentiles? 7. Read verse 15. Does this mean Christian never commit sins? Why or why not?