Good Call with Andrew Farley

Has church membership ever felt more like a maze of requirements than the Gospel? A caller recently asked about her church requiring membership to take communion. Does fellowship really depend on formal paperwork?In this , I dive into what it truly means to be part of the body of Christ. We’re talking about an organism, not an organization. Hebrews encourages us to gather but doesn’t mention forms, sign-ups, classes, or tithing quotas. Whether it’s a coffee shop chat, a church service, or praying on a friend’s porch, gathering is about encouragement, not pressure.If you’re feeling the squeeze, click through to see why healthy church isn’t built on coercion or pressure!

Jack from Arkansas called in to our radio program to ask about temptation:Is temptation a mental sin?Was Jesus really tempted like we are?What do we really learn from Jesus’ life if He was God and we aren’t?In this short clip, I address all of these questions. If you often find yourself bombarded with temptations, I hope this is especially encouraging to you!

Wendy from Boston called in to tell me that she has been taught that some believers will be disappointed in Heaven, because they won’t get as many rewards as other Christians.Is this true? Will there be disappointment in Heaven? And what about the idea of differing quantities of rewards?In this brief call, I address Wendy’s fears and highlight the truth. I hope this is an encouragement to you.

Jesus said connection with Him is easy and light, and that we’d even find relaxation in Him. But how can that even happen in the chaos of life?A caller recently asked if Christianity should be restful. The short answer: YES! The Gospel is designed to bring us rest – true, lasting relaxation in Jesus. But getting there isn’t always a straight line. We deal with pain and suffering, and the flesh and the Spirit clash like a battle royale. So, how does God help us experience peace in all that?If you want to know how the Gospel leads to true rest (even when life’s a hot mess), check out my answer here. You’ll be encouraged by what God’s done for you to help you relax and enjoy Him!

Grace is currently grieving the loss of someone close to her. But she has been told by others to “just think positive.” And it’s not working.So Grace called in to our radio program to ask about the concept of positive thinking and to get a biblical perspective on it.How do we grieve? Does God grieve with us? Is it okay to feel “negative” things? It is these questions and more that are addressed in this short clip.I hope it encourages you today!