The Grace Message

I’ve heard that salvation is guaranteed but rewards are not. Is this true? The world says that we learn from failure, not success. To what degree should we believers take this to heart? How does it not become a “shoulda, woulda, coulda” scenario? I’m questioning why God is allowing so many negative circumstances in my life. Can you help? How exactly does God’s Spirit testify to us that we’re His children?

How do you respond to someone who says we believers are under the Law concerning tithing? Can Christians can lose their salvation if they are sealed with the Holy Spirit? One of my family members is acting bizarrely, and I wonder how “making it right with your brother” relates to my situation?

How can I fight the fear that plagues me? Who do the ten virgins represent in Jesus’ parable? I know I should forgive my older sister, but I don’t know how. Can you help? Doesn’t total forgiveness contradict the judgment seat of Christ? If not, why not?

What does John 1 have to say about the humanity and divinity of Jesus? As I get older, I wonder about my purpose and my impact. I have a list of things I want to accomplish, but I fall short. What should I do? Is 1 Thessalonians referring to the return of Christ at a future date (the rapture)?

In just a few short days, we’ll be celebrating Christmas, so I want to share with you my latest message titled “The Man, Christ Jesus.” Did you know Jesus is still human today? Yes, resurrection human, but human nonetheless! Jesus could have given up His humanity after His resurrection? But He didn’t! In this message, we’ll explore the significance of Jesus being fully God and fully human today, even in His resurrected state. Also, Jesus said He didn’t come to be served but to serve (Matthew 20:28). So, what does it mean to “let Jesus serve you”? And lastly, in a world where everyone clings to their “rights”, why did we see Jesus giving up His rights – His right to be understood, appreciated, and respected? And what does it mean for us to “give up our rights” in situations we face today? I encourage you to listen to this message – it contains a lot of new thoughts and perspectives to offer you this Christmas season. Discussion Questions for “The Man, Christ Jesus”: 1. What would it look like for you to “give up your rights” in a situation that is overwhelming you? 2. Why is the fact that Jesus is still fully human (resurrected human) today so important? 3. What does Jesus learning obedience tell us about knowledge or growth not determining righteousness or identity? 4. React to this statement: Jesus was tempted in every way and felt the full gamut of human emotions. 5. In your own words, what does it mean to “let Jesus serve you”? 6. Interpret this statement as it relates to your personal relationship with Jesus: Christmas means compatibility.

How is a person saved? Why would a person be baptized in water? What are “things of this world”? Where do we read that God will never forsake us? Is it a sin not to keep the Law? What about behavior passages in the New Testament?  I try to praise God but often fall short. What should I do? My best friend died, and I didn’t get a chance to say goodbye.

Why won’t you teach that the New Covenant is simply the Ten Commandments written on the believer’s heart? Why does Romans 13 say to obey government authority? What if the government is asking you to do sinful things?

What is the true meaning of repentance? What role does it play in the life of a Christian? Who is the Pope to me? And what does it mean when he gives a blessing? Why does God seem to heal some and not others?

I have been tithing faithfully, and now I’m three months behind on my mortgage. What should I do? My mother hurt me deeply many times while I was growing up, and she continues to hurt me today. I wonder how I can love her and still have a relationship with her. I’m already seeing a therapist, but do you have any additional help? *previously aired

Does “falling away” ever mean loss of salvation? Where did Jesus go between His death and resurrection? Why did Jesus curse the fig tree? Why did you post on social media that “Christians can be themselves and express Jesus at the same time”?