Good Call with Andrew Farley
Join us on Good Call - a podcast in which Pastor Andrew Farley answers theological questions from live callers, helping them break free from lifeless religion and rest freely in God’s grace. For more content like this, visit andrewfarley.org. You can help us continue sharing God's message of grace with the world here: https://andrewfarley.org/donate/ Connect with Dr. Andrew Farley here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAndrewFarley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drandrewfarley Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrAndrewFarley TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drandrewfarley Website: https://www.andrewfarley.org/
Episodes
August 28, 2025 • 5 mins
David has only been a believer for about one year. But already he has noticed all the different beliefs and opinions among Christians.
His question is: If the Holy Spirit is teaching every believer, why are there so many different (and opposing!) beliefs out there?
In this short clip, I offer David my thoughts.
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His question is: If the Holy Spirit is teaching every believer, why are there so many different (and opposing!) beliefs out there?
In this short clip, I offer David my thoughts.
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends...
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August 21, 2025 • 8 mins
In Revelation, there’s an admonition for Christians to remain focused and not lose their first love.
David from Florida called in about this expression. He had been told that not losing your first love means to “remain energized” and “stay 100% sold out” and make sure you’re always doing good works.
But the group that received this admonition from God was already busy standing up for truth and stomping out evil doctrines!
So in this c...
David from Florida called in about this expression. He had been told that not losing your first love means to “remain energized” and “stay 100% sold out” and make sure you’re always doing good works.
But the group that received this admonition from God was already busy standing up for truth and stomping out evil doctrines!
So in this c...
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August 14, 2025 • 14 mins
Ever been told you need to try harder to be like Jesus? It’s easy to get swept up in the hustle for cleaner living and better behavior, thinking it’ll boost your standing with God.
But striving to be more like Jesus suggests you’re not already like Him. If you’re always trying to become something you’re not, you’ll never arrive. What if true growth is about realizing you’re already like Jesus?
In this episode, I dive into how embraci...
But striving to be more like Jesus suggests you’re not already like Him. If you’re always trying to become something you’re not, you’ll never arrive. What if true growth is about realizing you’re already like Jesus?
In this episode, I dive into how embraci...
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August 7, 2025 • 6 mins
Jack from Grand Rapids, Michigan called in to ask about this challenging New Testament passage:
“For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband.” (1 Corinthians 7:14)
Is a husband automatically saved because of his wife’s faith? Or vice versa? This was Jack’s question, and in this episode, I address this difficult passage to get at the heart...
“For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband.” (1 Corinthians 7:14)
Is a husband automatically saved because of his wife’s faith? Or vice versa? This was Jack’s question, and in this episode, I address this difficult passage to get at the heart...
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July 31, 2025 • 8 mins
Leonard called to ask about this challenging passage in Romans:
“What if God, although willing to demonstrate His wrath and to make His power known, endured with much patience vessels of wrath prepared for destruction?” (Romans 9:22)
Is this just a hypothetical? Who are the “vessels of wrath”? Does Romans 9 somehow support the idea of an irresistible calling by God to salvation for select individuals? Do others have no hope?
In this e...
“What if God, although willing to demonstrate His wrath and to make His power known, endured with much patience vessels of wrath prepared for destruction?” (Romans 9:22)
Is this just a hypothetical? Who are the “vessels of wrath”? Does Romans 9 somehow support the idea of an irresistible calling by God to salvation for select individuals? Do others have no hope?
In this e...
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July 24, 2025 • 11 mins
Have you ever been told you need to “surrender” to become more useful to God? To some of us, “surrender” almost sounds like we’re criminals or in an opposing army, right?
It’s time to challenge this made-up jargon and see it for what it is – unhealthy and sometimes even abusive. The New Testament never mentions surrendering to God. Instead, we simply present ourselves and our bodies to Him. Yes, We’re on the same team!
Plus, God isn’...
It’s time to challenge this made-up jargon and see it for what it is – unhealthy and sometimes even abusive. The New Testament never mentions surrendering to God. Instead, we simply present ourselves and our bodies to Him. Yes, We’re on the same team!
Plus, God isn’...
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July 17, 2025 • 7 mins
Romans 12:2 describes a transformation that occurs in our lives as our minds are renewed:
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.
Romans 12:2
So how does this “mind renewal” actually happen? Matt called in to our radio program to ask about the role of faith and to understand this process of mind...
And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect.
Romans 12:2
So how does this “mind renewal” actually happen? Matt called in to our radio program to ask about the role of faith and to understand this process of mind...
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July 10, 2025 • 8 mins
Chris is frustrated with his own performance. Chris knows he is a believer, but he’s just tired of sinning.
So he called in to our radio program to ask about his ongoing struggle and the way forward.
In this episode, I share with Chris two powerful truths that will help him (and all of us!) move forward in maturity.
Relaxing With God - Andrew Farley [https://a.co/d/fC9LZt2]
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So he called in to our radio program to ask about his ongoing struggle and the way forward.
In this episode, I share with Chris two powerful truths that will help him (and all of us!) move forward in maturity.
Relaxing With God - Andrew Farley [https://a.co/d/fC9LZt2]
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July 3, 2025 • 9 mins
There’s a false idea in the religious world that a Christian is guaranteed health and wealth. Have you ever heard this prosperity gospel pitch, where God’s a divine slot machine, and with enough faith, you hit the jackpot?
To put it simply, that’s not the Gospel. Unlocking some secret potential, cushier circumstances, or easier living through more faith isn’t found in the New Testament.
In this episode, I dive into what the real Gosp...
To put it simply, that’s not the Gospel. Unlocking some secret potential, cushier circumstances, or easier living through more faith isn’t found in the New Testament.
In this episode, I dive into what the real Gosp...
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June 26, 2025 • 5 mins
“Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication.”
Ephesians 6:18
“building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit.” Jude 1:20
Pray in the Spirit? What does that mean? How do we do it?
This was Jonathan’s question when he called in to our radio broadcast.
In this episode I discuss the true meaning of “praying in the Spirit.”
Enjoy!
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Ephesians 6:18
“building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit.” Jude 1:20
Pray in the Spirit? What does that mean? How do we do it?
This was Jonathan’s question when he called in to our radio broadcast.
In this episode I discuss the true meaning of “praying in the Spirit.”
Enjoy!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit...
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June 19, 2025 • 5 mins
Helen was taught that she no longer needs mind renewal because she has the mind of Christ.
We do have the mind of Christ. But the Bible also tells us that our mind is constantly being renewed. So how do these two ideas fit together?
In this episode, I address Helen’s confusion and clarify what’s going on as we learn and grow in Christ.
We do have the mind of Christ. But the Bible also tells us that our mind is constantly being renewed. So how do these two ideas fit together?
In this episode, I address Helen’s confusion and clarify what’s going on as we learn and grow in Christ.
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June 12, 2025 • 8 mins
Everyone loves to hear that God is gracious and kind, but there’s so much more to grace than feel-good generalities. Ever wondered how to explain what makes God’s grace and the New Covenant so incredible?
Warning: Diving deeper into the love and grace of God can ruffle some feathers. Grace can feel dangerous – even offensive – to some. But when we grasp our once-for-all forgiveness, freedom from the Law (yes, even the Ten Commandmen...
Warning: Diving deeper into the love and grace of God can ruffle some feathers. Grace can feel dangerous – even offensive – to some. But when we grasp our once-for-all forgiveness, freedom from the Law (yes, even the Ten Commandmen...
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June 5, 2025 • 8 mins
If Old Testament worshipers had the benefit of a once-for-all sacrifice, they would have no longer had consciousness of their sins:
”Otherwise, would [the sacrifices] not have ceased to be offered, because the worshipers, having once been cleansed, would no longer have had consciousness of sins?” —Hebrews 10:2
Robert called in to ask what it means to not have consciousness of sins and how we get to that place. In this episode, I shar...
”Otherwise, would [the sacrifices] not have ceased to be offered, because the worshipers, having once been cleansed, would no longer have had consciousness of sins?” —Hebrews 10:2
Robert called in to ask what it means to not have consciousness of sins and how we get to that place. In this episode, I shar...
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May 29, 2025 • 10 mins
Through our ministry, Carrie is learning a lot about God’s grace and her new identity in Christ. But in the process, she’s encountering popular teachings that now stand out as questionable. So she called in to our radio program to share her concerns.
In this episode, I address what Carrie has been reading lately about God's forgiveness and answer these important questions:
In this episode, I address what Carrie has been reading lately about God's forgiveness and answer these important questions:
- Do we have to wonder if our heart is repentant enough?
- Doe...
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May 22, 2025 • 12 mins
Many people wonder if their past mistakes are too much for God to handle. A recent caller shared his struggle with finding peace because of past sins, and I had some thoughts to share. Is it the size of your sins or the size of your Savior that truly matters?
Romans 5 assures us we have peace with God through Jesus Christ. Yet, we often wrestle with the notion that our sins are deal-breakers. But here’s the truth: God isn’t keeping ...
Romans 5 assures us we have peace with God through Jesus Christ. Yet, we often wrestle with the notion that our sins are deal-breakers. But here’s the truth: God isn’t keeping ...
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May 15, 2025 • 7 mins
“Am I a lazy Christian? What’s wrong with me if I’m not involved in formal ministry?” This was Joe’s question.
In this episode, I address the variety and diversity in the body of Christ and encourage Joe to see the bigger picture.
I hope this is a big encouragement to you also today!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
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In this episode, I address the variety and diversity in the body of Christ and encourage Joe to see the bigger picture.
I hope this is a big encouragement to you also today!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
You can help us co...
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May 8, 2025 • 6 mins
Juanita called to ask what it means to depend on Christ every day:
What does it look like? How do we know we are “doing it”?
In this episode, I share with Juanita my thoughts on what it means to depend on Jesus and all that He has done for us.
Enjoy!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
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What does it look like? How do we know we are “doing it”?
In this episode, I share with Juanita my thoughts on what it means to depend on Jesus and all that He has done for us.
Enjoy!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
You can help us continue sharing God's message of gra...
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May 1, 2025 • 12 mins
Do you ever feel like you’re on a spiritual rollercoaster, always chasing the next big “experience”? A caller recently shared her whirlwind encounter with anointing oil and a supposed “second baptism” in the Holy Spirit. But is that really what the Gospel is about?
In this episode, I dive into this hot topic, challenging the false idea that we need more than what Christ gave us at salvation. You might be surprised to learn you don’t...
In this episode, I dive into this hot topic, challenging the false idea that we need more than what Christ gave us at salvation. You might be surprised to learn you don’t...
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April 24, 2025 • 8 mins
What is “spiritual growth”? Who causes it – God or you? What role do your choices play?
These were George’s questions when he called in to our radio program. And in this episode, I share my thoughts on spiritual growth with George.
I hope this is an encouragement to you today!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
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These were George’s questions when he called in to our radio program. And in this episode, I share my thoughts on spiritual growth with George.
I hope this is an encouragement to you today!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
You can help us continue ...
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April 17, 2025 • 12 mins
How do we recognize and resist the voice of sin? This was Karl’s question when he called in from Arkansas to our radio program.
In this episode, I address Karl’s concerns and talk about how God’s grace equips us to face temptation.
I hope this is an encouragement to you today! Enjoy!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
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In this episode, I address Karl’s concerns and talk about how God’s grace equips us to face temptation.
I hope this is an encouragement to you today! Enjoy!
We hope you enjoyed this episode. Since we're a nonprofit organization, episodes like these are only made possible by friends like you.
You can help us co...
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