Andrew Farley

How do we reconcile Old Testament violence with the message of Jesus today? What does James 2 mean when it says three times that we are “justified by works”? (We can’t ignore the presence of this phrase, and we must wrestle with it.) Why does James 5 say we will come under judgment if we don’t keep our word? Aren’t Christians free from God’s judgment?

Is there a rapture? How many judgments will there be? Does all sickness come from the soul? Does committing a willful sin mean you’re not saved? How and when exactly are we saved? Should I separate from or divorce my husband? It’s been many years of struggle and abuse. If every knee will bow, then will everyone be saved? What did Jesus mean by the word “paradise”?

Discussion Questions for Galatians 5: Read verses 1-2. What does it mean to stand firm in the freedom Christ has given you, and how does that relate to your identity in Him? Read verses 3-4. How does trying to achieve righteousness through the Law affect a person’s relationship with Christ and their understanding of grace? Read verses 5-6. In these verses, faith expressing itself through love is emphasized. How does this align with walking by the Spirit and our union with Christ? Read verse 16. What does it look like in practical terms to walk by the Spirit in everyday life? How does this differ from law-based or rule-based living? Read verses 17-18. How do you experience the tension between the desires of the flesh and the leading of the Spirit? How does knowing your new identity in Christ help you in this battle? Read verses 19-21. How do these “deeds of the flesh” compare with the freedom we experience in Christ? How does focusing on our identity in Him help us avoid these attitudes and behaviors? Read ve

Should we be reciting the Lord’s Prayer? What is Sheol? Is it purgatory? Does God hold blessings back because we are struggling with sin?

Whom did God give over in Romans 1? Why? Is water baptism necessary to be saved? How do we know whether we are operating by the Spirit or by human effort?

How does resisting temptation really work? What does it mean to renew the mind? What happened between Lazarus and the rich man? What does it mean? How do we reconcile total forgiveness with the need for saying “no” to sin?

What does it mean to “fear the Lord”? How can I share the message of eternal security? What does “many are called, few are chosen” mean? Does our daily “practice” determine our salvation?

What does it mean to abide in Christ? Can we lose our salvation? How is discipline different from punishment? Is purgatory biblical? How do we walk in obedience without being legalistic?

What is the holiness movement? How can I rescue my friends from it? Our kids are not attending college and want to live at home. How should we approach this? How old is the universe? Can we know for sure? How do we relate to people we disagree with on this issue? What is replacement theology? What is a healthy perspective on Israel and the gospel? How can I introduce the basics of the grace message to those around me? *previously aired

Discussion Questions for Galatians 2-3: Read Galatians 2:19. Why did you have to die to the Law in order to live to God? Read Galatians 2:20. Why are there two “I’s” in this verse? What does each refer to? Read Galatians 3:2-3. What are the two multiple choice questions Paul asks his readers? And what are the answers to these questions? Read Galatians 3:10. Why is being under the Law a curse? Read Galatians 3:12 and react to this statement: The Law is not of faith. Read Galatians 3:13-14 and react to this statement: Jesus became a curse for me so that I could receive the Spirit by faith.

What does it mean to walk in Him just as you received Him? What is setting your mind? Why does Paul give us a “test” to pass? What about pastors who say they’re no longer Christians?

How could Jesus not know the timing of His return and still be God? I’m experiencing guilt and anxiety over losing my son. I wonder: Is it God’s punishment for my sins?

Can we have an ongoing sin struggle yet be genuinely saved? What can we do about vengeful or violent thoughts we get? If Jesus did it all, is there anything that we do? What’s our role?

Can you receive the Gospel and not have it take it root? How do we minister to the youth of today? Do we need to worry about having a western mindset when it comes to Scripture?

What is the holiness movement? How can I rescue my friends from it? Our kids are not attending college and want to live at home. How should we approach this? How old is the universe? Can we know for sure? How do we relate to people we disagree with on this issue? What is replacement theology? What is a healthy perspective on Israel and the gospel? How can I introduce the basics of the grace message to those around me?

Discussion Questions for 2 Corinthians 3: Read verses 4-5. React to this statement: You can have confidence toward God, and your adequacy is from Him. Read verse 6. What are we qualified to minister? What are we not qualifed to minister? Read verses 7-8. How are the Ten Commandments described? What ministry is more glorious? (Be specific for both.) Read verses 9-11. Again, how are the Ten Commandments described? And what ministry is more glorious? (Be specific for both.) Read verses 12-13. What is Paul’s conclusion about ministry here after comparing the two covenants? Read verses 14-16. What does the “veil” represent here? When is it lifted? What do people then see? Read verse 17. What is the atmosphere the Holy Spirit cultivates? What do you think this looks like in your life? Read verse 18. Why does Paul mention a “mirror”? What do you normally see when you look in the mirror? And what does Paul see happening in your life?

Do you have more books coming out? Why do I find it so difficult to find a good church? How do I relate better to my father who is hostile toward the Gospel?

Should we debate unbelievers to win them over? Why does Jesus say we enter the kingdom like little children? What is Galatianism? Is it still happening today? Where is God in the midst of my divorce and custody battle?

Update on BibleQuestions.com! Are some people given I think the Holy Spirit first in order to then believe? Do we give glory to God? Or does He give glory to us? Is the Sabbath part of the “moral law”? Should we keep it?