Pastor and bestselling author Andrew Farley's weekly messages and radio shows.
The Andrew Farley podcast is a breath of fresh air for anyone who has felt confused or lost in the world of religion. As someone who experienced this myself throughout my childhood, I am saddened by the realization that the answer to all my questions has always been Jesus. However, it is unfortunate that big religious institutions can often get in the way of truly knowing Him due to their emphasis on rules and works. Thankfully, The Andrew Farley podcast, along with his organization AFM (Andrew Farley Ministries), offers teachings centered around God's wondrous grace, which have helped me find clarity and understanding.
One of the best aspects of The Andrew Farley podcast is its focus on the simple truth that God hates religion but loves people. Andrew teaches that religion is an empty attempt to reach God through human actions and following rules, whereas the gospel reveals that Jesus has already accomplished everything needed for our salvation. This message of grace sets us free from the burden of trying to please a Holy God on our own, and instead prompts us to trust in Jesus' finished work. Andrew's ability to sort out false teachings and present the gospel in a clear and accessible manner is truly commendable.
Another great aspect of this podcast is Andrew's deep understanding and grasp on the gospel. His teachings are not only profound but also illuminating, as he uses scripture to break down complex concepts into relatable terms. His love for Jesus shines through his every word, affirming that Jesus is truly the foundation of the gospel. If you're looking to dive deeper into the good news that sets captives free, listening to The Andrew Farley podcast will undoubtedly leave you amazed.
While it is difficult to find any major faults with this podcast, one possible downside could be its focus on specific theological interpretations. Although many listeners resonate with these interpretations and find them liberating from years of religiosity, others may have different theological perspectives or may prefer a more diverse range of teachings. However, this does not detract from the overall value and impact of the podcast.
In conclusion, The Andrew Farley podcast is a transformative resource for anyone seeking clarity and freedom in their understanding of the gospel. Andrew's ability to read and break down the gospel in a relatable manner is unparalleled, making his teachings accessible even to those who have been entrenched in religious traditions for years. His emphasis on God's grace and the finished work of Jesus offers a refreshing perspective that sets captives free. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone who is part of the body of Christ and desires a deeper understanding of God's love and grace.
I lost my son to fentanyl, and my wife just died as well. I feel all alone, and I need help! What's the difference between the Bible and the gospel?
A new law in Texas requires the Ten Commandments posted in every classroom. Is that what children need most? Does 1 Corinthians 8 mean we should walk on eggshells concerning the opinions of others about everything we do? Should churches be requiring membership and contracts?
What does spiritual warfare look like today in light of the finished work of Christ? Paul told the Corinthians they could eat meat sacrificed to idols, so why does Revelation 2 condemn it? How should we view Israel today given we are the Church (God‘s people)? My friend is making a big deal out of Psalm 82 and what she calls “the divine council of gods.” What is this chapter really about? My husband is narcissistic and financially abusive. Should I leave to try to save the marriage? Why does God talk to the church at Thyatira about destroying children? Who is He talking about?
Are you letting God lead you? Discussion Questions: How often do you think about the concept of letting God free you? React to this statement: God has freed me, so I can walk free! Which of the Scriptures on our freedom in Christ means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: God wants to strengthen me. Is that hard for you to believe without imagining Him getting you “out of the way”? Which of the Scriptures on God leading you means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: God is always leading me, and I can simple “let” Him. How does knowing the Holy Spirit is “good” affect our choice to let Him lead?
Why does it seem like healing and miracles stopped? And what about demons today? How do we know Jesus is the Messiah? My brother isn't sure about the Trinity. What can I do? What should we do when we sin? Ask God for forgiveness and then forget about it?
Is everyone in the Book of Life originally? If so, when and why are they taken out? My good friend has a six-year-old diagnosed with an incurable brain tumor. How can I be an encouragement to her and her husband? I have a religious OCD, and I worry about overindulging in jazz, art, and audiobooks. Is that God warning me? What can I do to get free?
What is repentance? What kind of repentance is needed for salvation? Do we have to give a certain percentage to a church to please God? What will we remember (and forget) when we are in Heaven? Is that how we experience no sorrow? Do we have to confess each sin or ask forgiveness each time to be forgiven by God?
Why did Jesus call the Pharisees spiritually blind? What about people today? Who wrote the epistle of James? What are your thoughts on it? How do we know if we are the good soil described by Jesus? Fruit-bearing is a natural byproduct after salvation, but what actually saves a person?
Why are there so many denominations? How did they get started? Why does the apostle John tell us to not love the world if God loves the world? I feel overwhelming guilt for my past, and I don't know what to do. I've tried everything! Are some sections of the Bible not of any benefit to us today?
I struggle with obsessive thoughts about my salvation and staying in God's will. Is this God sending me a message? My 11-year-old went to a camp and was told that he is not saved, because he hasn't been baptized in water. Can you help him? What is the true meaning of predestination? Can women speak in church and serve in leadership? Or should they be quiet in every church setting? *previously aired
Are you letting God comfort you? Discussion Questions: How often do you think about the concept of letting God comfort you? React to this statement: God has forgiven me, and I can agree with Him! Which of the Scriptures on God's forgiveness means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: God comforts me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not? Which of the Scriptures on God's comfort means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: God has freed me, so I can truly live free! What choices could you make to fully enjoy the forgiveness, comfort, and freedom of God's grace?
What is the Secret Book of James? Why isn't it in the Bible? How do we reconcile being immediately with God upon death yet “the dead in Christ will rise first”? Does the Holy Spirit help us keep the Law? What is the difference between the Law and the Ten Commandments?
Did demons have relations with women and create giant babies? What's the quickest way to get to know the gospel message in the Bible? How am I to interpret all of the violence in this world in light of God's plan? I'm losing my joy about being generous toward my employees. What should I do?
What is dispensationalism? What do they believe about Israel and the church? What do you think about the so-called “lost teachings of Jesus”? Do Christians need to die to self daily? What does God think about all the war and conflict around the globe?
What does the new name that God gives us represent? Can you talk about the limitless grace of God? My friend's spouse transitioned to another gender and now wants to serve as a pastor. What am I to think? A church in my area is teaching that we need a second baptism of the Holy Spirit after salvation. Is that true?
Why do so many churches major in the Old Testament most of the year? Can you explain the difference between the pattern (flesh) and the power (sin)? Am I breaking the Sabbath if I go to church on Sunday? Does God forgive us immediately after we ask Him each time we sin?
How do our new hearts interact with our freedom to make choices daily? What exactly is written on our new hearts? Do we need to prove our love for God? Are women really saved by bearing children, or what did Paul mean? Is there a particular method or way to baptize that is essential or best? I've been feeling empty, and I have lost my spiritual hunger the last few months. Where did I go wrong?
Are you letting God love you? Discussion Questions: How often do you think about the concept of letting God embrace you? React to this statement: God LOVES me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not? Which of the Scriptures on God's love means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: God ACCEPTS me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not? Which of the Scriptures on God's acceptance means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: God LIKES me. Is that easy for you to believe? Why or why not? What choices could you make to fully enjoy the embrace of God's grace?
What is the gospel? Does 2 Peter 1 imply levels of welcome in Heaven? Who was Melchizedek and what role does he play?
Are my thoughts from me or from the Holy Spirit? What are your thoughts on the Davidic covenant in 2 Samuel 7? I've been struggling with drug addiction all my life. I recently failed again. I'm ashamed, and I imagine God doesn't want anything to do with me anymore!
If we're not under the Law, how can we know what sin is? If we're not under the Law, do we have to put in effort to obey it? If God knew us before we were born (as we read in Jeremiah), then why would He create us, knowing He would send us to Hell? What is my best elevator pitch next time my dad calls me and asks about my faith? Do we Christians have a deceitfully wicked heart or a new heart?
What should we expect in terms of “comfort” from God as described in 2 Corinthians 3 ? What is the narrow gate that leads to life? The wide gate that leads to destruction? Have I missed the narrow gate? Or am I on the right track? Should I worry about being deleted from the Book of Life? What does “lawlessness” mean in Matthew 7:23?
What is the gospel? Does 2 Peter 1 imply levels of welcome in Heaven? Who was Melchizedek and what role does he play?
I struggle with obsessive thoughts about my salvation and staying in God's will. Is this God sending me a message? My 11-year-old went to a camp and was told that he is not saved, because he hasn't been baptized in water. Can you help him? What is the true meaning of predestination? Can women speak in church and serve in leadership? Or should they be quiet in every church setting?
Did God predetermine who would believe and be saved? Discussion Questions: Why does Paul keep mentioning Jews and Gentiles with the theme of predestination? Read Romans 10:6-9. Why shouldn't we try to predict who is saved and who isn't? How does verse 10 demonstrate our role in salvation? Read verse 11. What can we expect from the gospel? How do verses 12-13 drive home the main point of this series on predestination? Read verse 14 and react to this statement: Let's get this message out there! Which of the verses in the grand finale are most convincing to you? Why?
Does the “seed of the woman” in Genesis 3 relate to Revelation 12? What do you think about the ground shaking and Old Testament believers rising from the graves? What do you think about mental health issues like depression and anxiety? Are they physical, or spiritual, or potentially both? My church had me sign a covenant contract with them, and now I feel guilty when I break it! What can I do?
Why did Jesus pray, “Lead us not into temptation” if God would never do that? My friend is into witchcraft, and I'm worried about her. What can I do? Doesn't Matthew 25:34 say God prepared a place for us before the foundation of the world? Is this support for us being pre-chosen individually to believe and be saved?
Discussion Questions: How is God's foreknowledge different from controlling everyone's moves? React to this statement: God predestined every child of God to grow, being conformed to Christ's image. How is Romans 9:30-31 the summary of everything Paul wants to communicate? In what way does this Romans passage mirror what we saw in Ephesians last week? React to this statement: Paul uses Jacob, Esau, and Pharaoh to defend God's right to do whatever He wants. And now God wants to bring salvation to the Gentiles. How does the Hosea quote in Romans 9:25-26 further expose the true meaning of predestination? Why can the genuine message concerning predestination unite us (rather than divide us) and even offer a cure for racism?
What is repentance? What role does it play in salvation? What about in the daily life of the believer? Why do Christians still struggle with sin? Is it the presence of Satan or demons? Or do we have a sinful nature? What is the flesh? *previously aired
I've been married 48 years to a narcissist husband who refuses to work and plan for the future. I feel like a voodoo doll getting pins stuck in me every day. What should I do? Does Galatians 5 really mean that I won't inherit the kingdom of God if I mess up too much? How do I reach someone who is into witchcraft and continues to ignore the gospel that I've presented to them many times?
What does it mean that Jesus is our Advocate? Is that like Him being our attorney, defending us before God? I have congestive heart failure, and it gives me tremendous fatigue. I end up irritable, and I get angry sometimes. What can I do? I've heard your message on predestination, but I'm not sure about Romans 8 and 9. Can you explain?
Sometimes what I do is out of tune with who I really am: I get angry. I cuss. Help me! What is Jesus talking about in Luke 21 with being counted “worthy”? How can I better know the Father?
Do we see the “gospel” in the Old Testament? If so, to what degree? And what makes the message better today? Your messages on God's grace saved my life when I was ready to die! What can I do about finding local fellowship? How can I teach my young children about God‘s love and affirm their new identity in Christ? How do I “get to know” Christ? What does that even mean?
Discussion Questions for Ephesians: Why do authorship (“we”) and audience (“you”) matter so much here? Who were the first to hope in Christ (1:12)? Who are the “you also” in verse 13? How does Ephesians 2:11-13 help us define even further who the “you” is? In verse 17, who was “far away”? Who was “near”? How is this a unifying message rather than a divisive one? What does this mean for those who believe predestination is about individual selection? What is the “mystery” Paul speaks of in chapter 3? Is it still hidden or revealed? If revealed, how? React to this statement: Jesus said, “I'll draw all men,” not “I'll draft a few.”
What does 1 Corinthians 3 mean about works burning up? Do Christians have two fathers? Do we sometimes serve Satan? What is the meaning of “Son of Man”? My friend believes only water baptism can bring forgiveness of sins. I'm not sure we can get married if we disagree on this! Is that what Acts 2:38 is teaching us - that water baptism brings forgiveness? *Previously aired
I have committed some pretty big sins. Will God still forgive me of those? I lost my remorse for sins around age 13. I wonder why. Plus, Jesus said, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” I'm not sure if that's really happening in my life!
How do we actually know what Jesus said while praying to His Father if the disciples weren't there? Can everyone say God is their Father? Did God choose Judas to betray Jesus? What did Peter mean about God‘s impartial judgment of everyone? I thought Christians weren't judged!
What is repentance? What role does it play in salvation? What about in the daily life of the believer? Why do Christians still struggle with sin? Is it the presence of Satan or demons? Or do we have a sinful nature? What is the flesh?
To what degree should we listen to other points of view on losing our salvation? I'm concerned that I only believed with my head and not my heart. Should I be worried? Why did Jesus breathe the Holy Spirit on them in John 20? Does that passage mean we get saved and then pursue a second experience?
What are “the deep things of God” that no eye has seen in 1 Corinthians 2? How were we crucified with Christ if we're not that old? Was Peter given the keys to the kingdom, becoming the first pope? What are your thoughts on common law marriage? How do we know we are eternally secure? My adult children are rejecting faith in Christ and rejecting me. How does God view the lives of unbelievers? Is Hebrews 6 saying I might lose my salvation if I can't quit smoking?
You don't have a “prayer life.” Christ is your life! You've been told to pray more, spend more time with God, and try harder to be “spiritual.” But what if you're already doing it? What if you're already in Him—always? This message will blow up some of the religious jargon you've been taught and expose the pressure-packed mindset behind it. And here's the great news: You're already expressing Christ more than you realize. You're always in the Spirit. And yes, you can shave, shower, and watch Netflix in Jesus' name. (Seriously.) Click to watch the full message and explore how God's grace offers a whole new outlook on daily living. It's time to stop striving and start enjoying the freedom of Christ as your life. Discussion Questions: Which amazing truth from Part A means the most to you? Why? React to this statement: Most of the time, you're expressing Christ. How might the word “always” encourage you in Philippians 1:20 and 2 Corinthians 2:14? Do you really believe you can do ALL in the name of Jesus (shower, shave, watch TV)? React to this statement: You are always spending time with God. What does it mean to you to be one spirit with the Lord and always in the Spirit? React to this statement: I don't have a “prayer life.” Christ is my life! How does God's grace offer us a whole new perspective on prayer?
What does 1 Corinthians 3 mean about works burning up? Do Christians have two fathers? Do we sometimes serve Satan? What is the meaning of “Son of Man”? My friend believes only water baptism can bring forgiveness of sins. I'm not sure we can get married if we disagree on this! Is that what Acts 2:38 is teaching us - that water baptism brings forgiveness?
Was Peter the first Pope? If King Saul had been more obedient, might Jesus have come through his family line instead of David's? What are the seven spirits of God in Revelation? Is there any biblical justification for a Pope?
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