The Grace Message

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?

Passages in the Old Testament seem harsh at times. How can I have more faith? Does Hebrews 6 mean I can fall away and lose my salvation? In Matthew 24, who endures and what does that mean? I’ve been divorced and remarried. Am I living in adultery? My boyfriend tried to persuade me to have sex. What should I do? What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? How should we view regret under God’s grace?

Are Bible translations and versions the same thing? Is the King James Version the best? Did other versions come from the King James Version? I’ve been diagnosed with cancer and only have months to live. I struggle with anger and would like you to pray for me and my family.

Why does 2 Timothy 2 say God will deny us if we deny Him? If we don’t think a certain miracle is authentic, does that mean we’re blaspheming the Holy Spirit and could lose salvation? Why does Paul seem to be seeking resurrection from the dead in Philippians 3? Why does 1 Corinthians 15 mention baptism for the dead?

Can a person be a Christian but still not find the narrow way? I was the victim of a violent and brutal crime that has affected me my whole life. I can’t seem to find forgiveness for this person. Is my salvation in jeopardy because I can’t forgive them?

How do we approach sexual struggles? You say it’s about “Jesus plus nothing”, but what about repentance? And what about hypergrace?

Ever worked hard but with the wrong method? Ever moved fast but in the wrong direction? In Romans 10, Paul says the Jews have a zeal for God but not in accordance with knowledge. They miss salvation when they refuse to see how easy it is to be saved. And their bloodline or law-keeping don’t bring them any rightness before God. There’s no favoritism with Him! The truth is we can’t say who is saved and who is not. It’s all about a simple faith in Jesus, and anyone can believe and be saved. Find out more about the simplicity of righteousness by faith in this potent message on Romans 10. Discussion Questions for Romans 10:1-21: 1. Read verses 1-3. Can you think of some other examples of people who “have a zeal for God but not in accordance with knowledge”? 2. Read verse 4. What does it mean to you that “Christ is the end of the law”? 3. Read verses 5-8 and react to this statement: We should not try to predict who is saved and who is not. 4. Read verses 11-13. How does this address the false teaching that God only wants to save some? 5. React to Andrew’s statement: “It’s not about the size of your faith. It’s about where you point it!” 6. Read verses 19-21. How does this passage once again affirm that Paul has been talking about people groups (not individuals) being part of God’s predestined plan?