Ever wondered if God is disciplining you when life takes a downturn? Maybe you’ve lost your job, faced health issues, or struggled with temptation and thought, “Is this God trying to teach me a lesson?” In this eye-opening video clip, I dive into what God’s discipline truly is and how it differs from punishment. You’ll learn why bad circumstances aren’t God’s way of dealing with your sins and how His discipline fits seamlessly into our everyday lives. Click here to watch and be encouraged that you can welcome God’s discipline, not fear it.
The permanence of your salvation is an important truth we’ll never stop proclaiming at The Grace Message. (Sadly, there are still far too many teaching you can lose your salvation!) Recently, two back-to-back callers asked if “once saved, always saved” is really true. In a unique twist, I shared the Bible passages used by those who think salvation can be lost and revealed their true context. The bottom line: Believing in temporary salvation is calling God a liar! I also shared numerous Scriptures that prove nothing, including your sins, can separate you from God’s love. Watch this short clip now and celebrate that your salvation has been secured forever!
There’s a common misconception that 1 John 1:9 instructs Christians to confess their sins to be forgiven and cleansed by God every day. The idea that God forgives your past sins at salvation but then leaves you with the burden of confessing each sin going forward to remain forgiven, misses the incredible power of the true Gospel message. In this short video clip, I unpack the proper context of this passage, proving it’s not directed at believers. Your forgiveness doesn’t come in daily installments; you are a totally forgiven person. And when you grasp this amazing reality, you’ll be inspired – just like this caller who was laughing with joy – to share the truth with others!
While most Christian teaching mentions the grace of God, few go as far as we do at The Grace Message in bragging on God’s grace and the finished work of Christ. But how do we know we’re right about God’s grace and that a grace-centered perspective is the most accurate understanding of the Gospel? Is it the grace of God, plus nothing else added in? Or is it grace plus something we need to earn or achieve? As I share in this short video clip, it all comes down to what you believe about the quality of Christ’s work. Check it out and decide for yourself if your forgiveness, freedom from the Law, and new identity are still a work in process or fully accomplished. It’s one or the other, but only one spells out the Good News loud and clear!
The well-known chapter on love, 1 Corinthians 13 is recited at weddings and held up as a model for relationships. Being patient, kind, bearing all things, keeping no record of wrongs, never failing… As the list goes on, you might wonder if it’s a realistic expectation for you or anyone else! In this short video clip, I unpack this beautiful passage and share why it’s actually not a standard we should try to live up to through effort. In fact, it’s not about achieving anything! No, it’s about receiving this perfect love from God and reflecting it to others. You’ll be inspired by a new understanding of this passage, as you realize it was never meant to be an impossible to-do list but instead a revelation of God’s heart for you.
“I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Many interpret these famous words from Philippians 4 to mean that with enough faith, you can move mountains or conquer any obstacle. But what happens when your circumstances don’t change? Just like from Job’s friends, you might hear that it’s your fault, maybe for not believing hard enough. In this short video clip, I unpack the true meaning of the well-known Philippians 4 passage. Watch now for a powerful reminder of how to find strength and comfort regardless of your situation and discover the secret of contentment in all circumstances.
In Matthew 5, Jesus presents us with challenging teachings that may leave us wondering if anyone can live up to them. From loving our enemies to cutting off body parts to being perfect like God, His words can seem extreme and perplexing. But what is the true intention behind these radical teachings? Join me in this enlightening video clip as we dive into the broader context of the Sermon on the Mount. Together, we’ll challenge the notion of simply trying our best and uncover the deeper purpose behind Jesus’ words. Prepare to be liberated from the impossible standards of the Law and discover God’s better way of grace!
Have you ever wondered how to truly walk by the Spirit? In a world filled with self-help techniques and strategies, it’s rare to hear about the transformative power that comes from letting Jesus be the only reason for your good behavior. There’s a mysterious and miraculous life that awaits you when you choose to depend on Jesus. Instead of relying on self-improvement and principles for living, you can experience true freedom and bear genuine fruit inspired by God’s love. Check out this thought-provoking video clip and discover the freedom of trusting Christ’s presence within you as the one-and-only reason you behave!
Contrary to the notion that God only loves those He pre-selects, the New Testament declares that God’s love is for the whole world. He longs for anyone and everyone to experience salvation, desiring for none to perish and all to believe. But what about the existence of Hell? If He’s loving, why would God allow some people to experience punishment and separation from Him? Don’t miss this video clip that will transform your understanding of God’s immeasurable love. Watch now and be inspired by His gentle nature and the freedom He grants each of us to choose life!
We all want to grow but may find ourselves unsure of where to start. The popular approach revolves around a performance-based, carrot-and-stick mindset. We’re told to follow a checklist of activities, die to self, strive to hunger and thirst for more of God, and keep short accounts with Him along the way. It can feel like an impossible cycle of trying to get closer to God. But here’s the good news: We can continue in Christ just as we got started in Him. And God has already given us everything we need to move forward. No waiting, no begging, no pleading, no hungering, no thirsting – we’re complete in Jesus! Don’t miss this short clip that’ll revolutionize your perspective on “discipleship.” You’ll discover the joy and freedom of allowing the life of Christ to flow through you!
Part of the great news of the Gospel is that believers in Christ have moved from death to life. We are now dead to sin and alive to God! But this can lead to some interesting questions: • If we were spiritually dead as a lost person, what part of us died at salvation? • If we died, how are we alive now? • Do we have a human spirit that is distinct from God’s Spirit? In this short broadcast clip, I share the incredible realities of what happened to your spirit (and nature) at salvation and how receiving the Holy Spirit fundamentally transformed your relationship to the Law and religious rules. Grasping these truths can open up a whole new way of living, so check it out and discover how life in Christ brings freedom – including freedom from sin!
As a believer in Christ, you’re a new creation. But let’s be honest, there are times when you might not feel so new, especially when you find yourself giving in to temptation. Perhaps you’ve been wrestling with anger, jealousy, or lustful thoughts, and it’s left you questioning if you’re still in bondage to sin, trapped in the clutches of your old self. But here’s the incredible news of the Gospel: You truly are new! In this short video clip, I address a caller’s struggle and reveal the key to transforming your thoughts and actions. It all starts with knowing what God says about fighting sin. Get ready to be encouraged as you discover the liberating truth about your new self and the victory you have over sin right now!
Are you grappling with major decisions and feeling uncertain about what God wants you to do? I recently had a caller who shared her fear of following her desires and sought guidance on discerning God’s will. There are plenty of misconceptions about God’s leading, including the damaging belief that you can’t trust your own desires or that God has secret instructions for those who obey Him or search hard enough for His will. In this must-watch video clip, I challenge these unhealthy views of God’s guidance. You’ll discover the liberating truth about how God actually works, causing you to want and to do of His good pleasure (Philippians 2:13)!
Are you ready to challenge conventional beliefs about your nature as a Christian? It’s time to dive deep into the provocative question of whether you’re truly good. “Why do you call Me good? No one is good except God alone.” This statement by Jesus in Mark 10 has been used to tell believers they’re bad, not good. But is that really what Jesus meant? In this short video clip, I unpack why it’s absolute nonsense to say Christians are still bad after being born again. The truth of the Gospel is far more inspiring and liberating than you may have ever imagined. Watch the video clip now and uncover the shocking truth from Scripture about your nature as a believer. It will help you embrace and celebrate that you’re unequivocally good!
