20 Questions with Pastor Mike (Episode 28)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 มิ.ย. 2024
- Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
0:00 - Introduction
1. 1:29 [Is Salvation Applied to All Mankind?] Since Jesus died to save all of mankind, won't everyone be saved regardless of whether or not they place their faith in Christ, just like how gravity still works on everyone whether they believe in it or not?
2. 6:47 [About Energy & the Kalam] Why couldn’t energy be infinite, considering that we (as Christians) believe in an infinite God? The reason I’m asking is because the biggest Atheist objection I get to the Kalam while evangelizing is that 1. Energy can create a universe (quantum fluctuations) and 2. Energy may be constant (infinite). Can you object to these claims thoughtfully?
3. 10:18 [How can Jesus “become” sin?] The Bible says that Jesus “became sin who knew no sin” (2 Corinthians 5:21). You also mentioned it at times in your videos. How can Jesus become sin?
4. 15:08 [About Jerome, Latin Vulgate, Changes] Around 400 A.D., what were the biggest changes in doctrine that Jerome introduced in his first Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible, and how did they differ from the original Gospel?
5. 18:55 [What does “impure” mean in Ephesians?] What does Paul mean, specifically, by "impure" in Ephesians 5:5? I can't find anything at all that clearly defines this. I would love to know what Paul, as a Jew, meant exactly by this term.
6. 25:23 [Advice while “Waiting on the Lord”] I'm currently in a season of "waiting on the Lord" to know what He wants me to do with my life. Any advice for someone in this season?
7. 28:20 [Can Christians Serve in Government Roles?] Can a Christian be called to be a governing authority talked about in Romans 13:1 with all that such a role would demand? Does it conflict or contradict with Romans 12:17 onwards?
8. 32:07 [What does Idolatry Look Like Today?] What would you say is modern day idolatry? I spend way more time on Christian TH-cam channels and my phone than I do reading the Bible or praying. Do you get concerned that people may idolize you?
9. 38:37 [About Unclean Food/Items] In Mark 7: 14-19, why does Jesus seem appalled that the Jews believe that touching or eating certain things could make them unclean, given Leviticus 5:2-6 and Leviticus 11? This concept came from God.
10. 44:21 [Why Would God Give Multiple Wives?] It's often said that God does not affirm polygamy in the Old Testament, but 2 Samuel 12:8 seems to refute that. Why would God give multiple wives to David if he opposes polygamy?
11. 51:05 [When Were the Angels Created?] Were angels created on day 1 (with the heavens and all the hosts in them? (Nehemiah 9-6) Genesis 1 is not as clear. Are the hosts the angels?
12. 54:03 [How to Lovingly Correct Others] When discussing “correcting each other” in Bible studies (eg. Galatians 6:1, Matthew 18: 15), people mostly focus on when/why we shouldn't admonish someone. What does loving and appropriate discipline look like?
13. 59:33 [How do we Biblically Love Ourselves?] How can I love myself biblically? Any advice or Scripture? I feel like I hate myself sometimes.
14. 1:04:54 [Help with Reaching Atheist Family Members] Most of my friends and family are atheists and don’t take any argument for God seriously. How can I reach them in a way that they will listen and start to take Christianity seriously?
15. 1:06:38 [Biblical Thoughts about Birth Control] What is a biblical perspective on married believers using birth control or permanent measures (e.g. a vasectomy)? Heard some say no based on Genesis 38 and Psalm 139.
16. 1:09:40 [Why did God Allow Satan into the Garden?] Why would a God who hates evil place evil incarnate (Satan) into the garden, when the world was still good and sinless, knowing it would lead to the corruption of humans?
17. 1:12:39 [Does Judas have a Throne?] In Matthew 19: 28, Jesus told His twelve disciples that they will have twelve thrones of judgment to judge the twelve tribes in the future. Does Judas still have a throne?
18. 1:16:17 [Why is Jesus Called “The Rock”?] Why does God repeatedly declare that He is the only Savior in Isaiah? He says He knows of no rock. This was confusing because Jesus is said to be a rock.
19. 1:17:54 [About the “Narrow Gate” (Matthew)] Can you explain to me what the “narrow gate” means in Matthew 7: 13-14 (what it means in practice)?
20. 1:20:50 [Does 2 Consciousnesses = 2 Souls?] There have been cases of people that live with only half a brain. Does someone that has had the connection between the halves of their brain removed and now have two consciousnesses have two souls.
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Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
0:00 - Introduction
1. 1:29 [Is Salvation Applied to All Mankind?] Since Jesus died to save all of mankind, won't everyone be saved regardless of whether or not they place their faith in Christ, just like how gravity still works on everyone whether they believe in it or not?
2. 6:47 [About Energy & the Kalam] Why couldn’t energy be infinite, considering that we (as Christians) believe in an infinite God? The reason I’m asking is because the biggest Atheist objection I get to the Kalam while evangelizing is that 1. Energy can create a universe (quantum fluctuations) and 2. Energy may be constant (infinite). Can you object to these claims thoughtfully?
3. 10:18 [How can Jesus “become” sin?] The Bible says that Jesus “became sin who knew no sin” (2 Corinthians 5:21). You also mentioned it at times in your videos. How can Jesus become sin?
4. 15:08 [About Jerome, Latin Vulgate, Changes] Around 400 A.D., what were the biggest changes in doctrine that Jerome introduced in his first Latin Vulgate translation of the Bible, and how did they differ from the original Gospel?
5. 18:55 [What does “impure” mean in Ephesians?] What does Paul mean, specifically, by "impure" in Ephesians 5:5? I can't find anything at all that clearly defines this. I would love to know what Paul, as a Jew, meant exactly by this term.
6. 25:23 [Advice while “Waiting on the Lord”] I'm currently in a season of "waiting on the Lord" to know what He wants me to do with my life. Any advice for someone in this season?
7. 28:20 [Can Christians Serve in Government Roles?] Can a Christian be called to be a governing authority talked about in Romans 13:1 with all that such a role would demand? Does it conflict or contradict with Romans 12:17 onwards?
8. 32:07 [What does Idolatry Look Like Today?] What would you say is modern day idolatry? I spend way more time on Christian TH-cam channels and my phone than I do reading the Bible or praying. Do you get concerned that people may idolize you?
9. 38:37 [About Unclean Food/Items] In Mark 7: 14-19, why does Jesus seem appalled that the Jews believe that touching or eating certain things could make them unclean, given Leviticus 5:2-6 and Leviticus 11? This concept came from God.
10. 44:21 [Why Would God Give Multiple Wives?] It's often said that God does not affirm polygamy in the Old Testament, but 2 Samuel 12:8 seems to refute that. Why would God give multiple wives to David if he opposes polygamy?
11. 51:05 [When Were the Angels Created?] Were angels created on day 1 (with the heavens and all the hosts in them? (Nehemiah 9-6) Genesis 1 is not as clear. Are the hosts the angels?
12. 54:03 [How to Lovingly Correct Others] When discussing “correcting each other” in Bible studies (eg. Galatians 6:1, Matthew 18: 15), people mostly focus on when/why we shouldn't admonish someone. What does loving and appropriate discipline look like?
13. 59:33 [How do we Biblically Love Ourselves?] How can I love myself biblically? Any advice or Scripture? I feel like I hate myself sometimes.
14. 1:04:54 [Help with Reaching Atheist Family Members] Most of my friends and family are atheists and don’t take any argument for God seriously. How can I reach them in a way that they will listen and start to take Christianity seriously?
15. 1:06:38 [Biblical Thoughts about Birth Control] What is a biblical perspective on married believers using birth control or permanent measures (e.g. a vasectomy)? Heard some say no based on Genesis 38 and Psalm 139.
16. 1:09:40 [Why did God Allow Satan into the Garden?] Why would a God who hates evil place evil incarnate (Satan) into the garden, when the world was still good and sinless, knowing it would lead to the corruption of humans?
17. 1:12:39 [Does Judas have a Throne?] In Matthew 19: 28, Jesus told His twelve disciples that they will have twelve thrones of judgment to judge the twelve tribes in the future. Does Judas still have a throne?
18. 1:16:17 [Why is Jesus Called “The Rock”?] Why does God repeatedly declare that He is the only Savior in Isaiah? He says He knows of no rock. This was confusing because Jesus is said to be a rock.
19. 1:17:54 [About the “Narrow Gate” (Matthew)] Can you explain to me what the “narrow gate” means in Matthew 7: 13-14 (what it means in practice)?
20. 1:20:50 [Does 2 Consciousnesses = 2 Souls?] There have been cases of people that live with only half a brain. Does someone that has had the connection between the halves of their brain removed and now have two consciousnesses have two souls?
Thank you
Lovely presentation
Sarah, could Mike expand this Q&A section to 25 or 30 questions? Mike fans is getting more many, and more questions that asked are unanswered than answered!
21. [About woodchucks] How much wood could a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
@@jonatanbarrang4353 Hi Jonathan! I'm sure he'll consider it, but the stream already ends up being over an hour, and the reality is simply that we'll always end up having more questions than we're able to answer. We understand this can make it difficult to be able to get a question through, but it is also exciting to see how many people desire to ask questions about God's Word and grow in their relationship with Him!
Hi pastor Mike. My uncle, who is theologically sound, told me about your channel and it has become a wealth of information and a blessing to me. I have a couple of genetic diseases that sends me to hospital regularly and, therefore, makes full-time employment unattainable..especially in our country, where whites are excluded from most employment opportunities by law. Over the last 3 years, since my diagnosis, I have had time to study apologetics (specifically focusing on rebuttals to Catholic doctrine in conflict with scripture.) Ravi was one of them and your insights helped me to make sense of a broken figure.
I would like to thank you for all your hard work and your love for others. I don't have to look very hard to see Jesus in you, you deal with some infuriating issues in a very graceful manner and the Lord is using you to soften my heart again. Illness and a world flooded by darkness deceived me into thinking that; to win an argument is to win a soul. The folly in that perception is now clear to me. Thank you pastor Mike. God bless. Greetings from South Africa.
Blessings to you, it’s always great to see someone seeking God!
@@jermoosekek1101 May God bless you too my brother
In response to question 8 about spending more time on Christian content vs reading your Bible:
I’m a 33 year old mom of 3 boys ages 2-10 and I’m stretched so thin at times that I MUST supplement my Bible reading with Christian content like Mike Winger because I’m so famished and I’m in a season that it is just so hard to dig deep myself. I am a Christian who used to spend hours studying God’s Word. And I am transitioning away from a Netflix addiction to watching Mike Winger and Co. and it has been so beneficial to my walk. So thank you Pastor Mike for your teaching and dedication.
I talk to God all day long and in the evening's I watch about two hours sometimes more of preaching then I read the bible I'm trying to be a Christian but I'm not very good at it but it seams like the Lord is helping me so pray for me that I find my way back ty and God bless
Saved by Grace through Faith 1 Corinthians 15: 1-4
Its OK to strive to be better, but don't be driven by guilt. The truth sets you free. Rom 8:1-3
You do not need to try too hard.He loves and accepts you as you are. Enjoy being you and relax. You don't have to only do religious things. Have some fun.
or it's all made up and that's why you're struggling. listen to your doubt; it's telling you something.
Nathan, being a Christian is working on becoming like Christ. That is supposed to be the goal of every Christian. Unfortunately, it is not. Continue to read your Bible but also seek the help of the Holy Spirit, talk to Him as you will talk to a friend. Ask Him to clarify things for you. Over time His voice will become clearer and more sure.
"Analogies are great for explaining things, not for proving things" - another awesome quote from 'Wiseman Winger'!
UUHHMM, his logic is systematic theology based. NONE of the Apostles taught this platform in its faulty lynchpins points. he is a carnal intellect teaching DTS filth views.
@@yafois988 Uuumm - I beg to differ.
Yes, the Apostles did not use a 'platform' of systematic theology of the New Testament because THEY ARE the actual people we read about & the very source of our info about the Apostles from the New Testament.
At Jesus ascension, the Apostles & other disciples, were told to wait in Jerusalem to receive the Holy Spirit & then go into all the world & preach the Gospel - your comparison to MW & his exegetical method is totally irrelevant.
MW is a Pastor & teacher & is anointed by God to fulfill a different, but just as important role in guarding & feeding God's sheep.
1 Cor 12:4-6
4There are different gifts, but the same Spirit. 5There are different ministries, but the same Lord. 6There are different ways of working, but the same God works all things in all people.
In ref to you stating - (MW) He is a 'carnal intellect' teaching DTS filth views" - this statement is as absurd as it is disparaging, & is certainly NOT the appropriate arena to make such inevident claims. (I also have no idea what DTS views are?)
Whilst MW does NOT require my defence of God's ministry thru' him - God is his witness - I do fervently admonish you, that in future you be more thoughtful & respectful when commenting regarding my brother in Christ.
@@iwonder7480
You and Him are the victims of the “Pulpit Industry” of Devils that are a CURSE to you ppl’s Minds as a whole!
And you cannot even see it how Obvious it is.
Yet you think for some reason the you can somehow even approach me in a disagreement?
Hardly!
When you're so bound Under this witchcraft delusion that you cannot even address ONE POINT on AY matter to articulate the plethora of Problems I am exposing..
One of countless points, I can make is this false prophet mike guy here claims he is clothed in jesus’s righteousness.
NO HE ABSOLUTELY IS NOT!
That shows how insane he is and his logic is NOT whatsoever based upon ANY scriptures or prophets words.!
Because he teaches via “another gospel another jesus spirit demon”!!
NOWHERE is the concept “clothed in jesus’s righteousness”, taught by ANY Apostle.
So being that is muttering regurgitating the blasphemous UN-biblical concepts, from Manichaeism theology and IS a LIE, yet you claim Holy men teach this damned stuff?
You ppl in USA churchianity have literally NO discernment on ,matters at all!
And the problem ISN’T so much then “problem”, It’s you are pigheaded STUBBORN and rebellious about things and REFUSE to hear pr be corrected.
You ppl Are PIGHEADED !
Because you are Under Witchcraft spells and DON’T even realize you ARE!
1 Samuel 15:23 TELLS you you ARE!
I would bet 50K that you have NEVER once heard these sources and scriptures spoken I told you , because you're like parrots and Lemmings,. mindlessly following this filthy wicked man’s persuasions like ppl do mcarthers sorceries or markell’s & farag’s, abomination lies she sells.
NONE of you ppl on YT anywhere exhibit a single thing that you are competent or coherent about scriptures and their interpretations. meaning, or history.
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@@yafois988 (ADMIN) Hi there, you're welcome here, but we ask that your comments remain respectful to others. Thank you for your cooperation, and God bless you.
Winger the wise!
The thing i like about you is that your not proud. You do not want to be thought of as anything but just my brother and yes that is how it is to be and you really seem to give a fair explanation of all your studies. Please do not look at this as praise it is not. I am just glad i found a brother that has his a right spirit. P.S. I do not take this lightly i have been looking for almost 40 years!!!!!! So all the times people say nice things please understand that it is so amazing to find you.
I totally feel the same way 🙏
"And let us not grow weary of doing good for in due season we will reap if we do not give up." Galatians 6:9
Jesus gave us the perfect example of how to live and we should follow that example. Hopefully this helped you today. God bless.
it's not that we put you on a pedestal, you just love christ and we love him with you.
The guy who asked the first question is very wise. Great question. This is why many Christians throughout history believed that the Bible teaches that Jesus only died for people who would put faith in Him and His work. This is why Colossians 2:14 states that our sin debt was nailed to the cross. If you ate at a restaurant and you were dead broke, and I winded up paying for your meal, your debt is cancelled at that restaurant. You have no other choice. You’re dead broke with no other options.
The same way we are dead in our sins. When you’re dead, and someone revives you, it’s not subject to change whether you wanna be alive or not. YOU’RE DEAD. John 6:44 says it all “No one comes to Me unless the father draws him”. The word “draws” is “dragged” in Greek. You can’t come to Jesus unless the Father DRAGS you to Him. God doesn’t throw a paddle out to a drowning person in a lake, hoping the drowning person grabs on to the paddle. He comes down to the bottom of that lake and drags you back on to safety. The same way He did over and over in scripture
“I’m so manly , I feel no pain” 😂😂😂
Oh Mike ..........
Ouch
Reminds me of my misuse of a pocket folding knife as a kid trying to carve my name in a tree . 2 seconds into that adventure it folded and cut me .
On another note, remind yourself that you are a precious man of God and take a short time to refresh and heal .
In weaponry we know that the double edged sword of Gods word can cut us also , refresh and rest Mike .
Be Blessed in Jesus ✝️
two word lock blade lol i have done the same thing
You are a great brother in Christ , and you give the glory to God. Only discovered you this year , and subscribed after the first video I listened to. God bless you Mike , from the county of Surrey in England.
"...we're beautiful, and we're horrific." This is one of the main themes in Pascal's "Pensees." We're wretched, and yet also glorious at the same time. He writes that to focus on either one at the total expense of the other isn't a healthy thing for a Christian. "I'm a worm!" "I'm the righteousness of God!" mmm...you're both. lol. We're made in God's image, then we're sinful and fallen, and then God redeems us, imputing Christ's righteousness onto us. To stay humble, yet be able to boldly approach the throne...to be a servant, and yet Christ calls us 'friend,' wretched sinners, yet joint heirs with Christ. And I know that not all of these are in the same sense, yet it is still interesting to think about. God bless!
Thank you Mike for talking about the idea that when people say I hate myself they're stuck in a victim mentality. In the past I have felt bad for people who hurt me that said this and your perspective really helped me.
Thank you brother Mike. Such tender answers to tough questions. In particular, the one asked by Gabriel. Well done sir. God bless you. 🕊🙏
Thank you for what you do! God bless you Mike
I love your channel brother Mike,
The Holy Spirit shines bright through you!
Praise Jesus!
Brother Mike bless you for being open for questions
Awesome, very edifying. God bless all.
As always, you rocked those Q&A.
Love easy learning about our Lord Jesus.
Howdy Mike! Thank you for your dedication to the truth!
Have a great weekend!
What truth?
@@Dlee-eo5vv I’m glad you are here. You are in the right place.
@@goofyskittles I assume by your icon your RC, if so you are in the wrong place, as am i.
Thanks for the link to Inspiring Philosophy's video. Absolutely fascinating!
Hello, brother Mike. Thank you for your video. I am learn a lot from you. God bless you and your family, Mike. May God gives you even more knowledge. People like you, Justin Peters and John Macarthur are my favourite preachers. Keep up the good work, brother Mike.
1 Peter 3:15
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect”
I grew up in a very religious school and I’ve constantly been living in fear due to that “narrow gate” line. Thank you for helping me ease that angst
@@catholicintoeternity5679 don’t worry, I am changing nothing about my life, I am trying to go strong in my relationship with Christ, physically and professionally. All for the Lord. I also know the truth of the prosperity gospel (or the lack thereof). All that this serves to do is aid me in knowing that I am not fighting strictly for my salvation.
God bless you brother Mike 🙏 Thank you for your time and commitment to our Lord. You are absolutely right that we shouldn’t take everything people say as fact and should study the word on our own to discern right from wrong. Yah gives us wisdom which will help us. The spirit as well. Take care :)
How to answer questions like Mike Winger:
1. "That's a tough question."
2. Exegete multiple Scripture passages.
3. Reference multiple scholars.
4. Direct to multiple previous videos with in-depth research.
5. "I'm not an expert. Sorry I can't be more helpful."
Awesome teaching on the question of Jesus being sin amen brother
Thank you, Mike, for explaining how analogies work. I have always been frustrated with people using analogies as proofs for an argument when analogies are just meant to help someone understand the concept you are trying to convey, it is NOT proof. Great session, Mike!
Thank you very much, Mike, for taking time to go over the Ephesians 5:5 question! Thank you for answering all those questions, actually! ha ha
I agree, Mike. My TH-cam habits get more in the way of my prayer time than my Bible reading. I have a set time of quiet for reading God’s Word, but I fill all those moments when I’m cleaning or folding laundry or cooking dinner with lots of chatter when I could be spending time in prayer.
The thumb! LOL! Hilarious! Love your sense of humor.
Wow that explanation of the ceremonial uncleanliness what the best I heard on that issue!
best pastor on youtube 💯💯
Wow your channel is such a blessing. Thank you for answering so many amazing questions.
Watched the IP video...it is the best documentary i have seen simply for the questions he sets that need to be answered to get to the conclusion......his research is second to none.
I don't agree with every vid he puts out but this is one of the best .
Grace and peace
Gilly wife of Mark
Good stuff.
I want to believe so bad. I look up videos, I watch debates, I listen to everything about this topic, but all I have is more questions. I don't want to believe just because I desire to believe, I want it to be real. - Atheist
Keep seeking... You will see that there is sooo much evidence for the God of the Bible being the true God and for Jesus being our savior!
❤️🙏🏼
Thank you😊
Praise Jesus Name All The Day Long
Perhaps a good way to explain what you mean regarding the 'I hate myself' topic is that it's the difference between blaming myself and taking responsibility for myself.
My husband would day never receive a knife as a gift. It ensures injury by it, lol. It's an old southern superstician. His dad told him always pay - even if it's only a penny.
Anyway, congrats on reaching so many subscribers. That's a beautiful gift. Thank you so much for your ministry. I only recently subscribed and am using your Mark teaching as my daily Bible study. I have gained so much from your teaching and example of thoughtful, clear, accurate Bible study.
Don't superstitions teach the opposite of relying on God though? Bad things can only happen to us if God allows it.
@@alexmarysaint2523 I didn't mean it to be taken seriously. It's a funfact of something people said/say, it was a family joke. Of course God is sovereign over all things.
@@smileywolf no worries. I knew it was tongue in cheek. 😊
👍 Best wishes!
My understanding from the Greek is that Jesus took not only our sin but also our singular nature's, exchanging them for righteousness in us, giving us godly nature's.
Blessings
1:12:12 😂😂 I love that combination of words! Lol also loved this vid
your background looks good bub
Hi Pastor Mike! I love that guitar! Hehehe
Q: mike how did you start a relationship with god? and what changes did u see when u allow God into your life? i feel lonely and empty inside why? why is everything hard for me?
Hi Merry, not answering for brother Mike.
For me spending time in God's Word and prayer is very helpful. Reading the word helps us to understand God's character and get to know Him and His will for our lives.
Everyone's walk is different and everyone is at a different stage of their growth in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus. I encourage you to seek the Lord in His word and speak to Him openly and honestly, He already knows everything about you. Put your faith and trust in Him and you will not be disappointed.
I second this, reading the bible and praying often will allow you to grow closer to him and feel his presence with you.
Leonardo DaVinci “he who claims to be without sin deceives himself and the truth is not in him” 1 John 1:8 seems like your verse :)
Really liked your perspective on Jacksons Q re non- believing family... My family will not listen to me so I always pray that either the LORD will give them a dream or something or that somebody else will reach them where I cannot.
GOD bless Jackson and the rest of the Christian family
Gilly wife of Mark
Thanks for answering my question Mike :)
MIke, would it make sense to add Episode 32 to the 20 Questions playlist? I am so blessed by your teachings.
A big thumbs up from me ! ;)
Lol, cue Mike's skeptic's to come in and say "look! A Californian pastor claims to be idolized."
Great episode Mike, great answers, thanks for the videos.
I am tripping about the connection between Adam sleeping, the rib being taken out and how that represents Christ's death and the "piercing" of His side...to birth the church 🤯
@lary Snw I'm saying in the sense that "sleep" is sometimes used as a metaphor for death, and opening Adam's side to take out the rib was a "foreshadow" of Jesus being pierced in His side.
@lary Snw Isaiah 53:5 was the actual prophecy about Him being pierced. I'm just saying I think it's interesting that Adam's side was cut open, and how we could see that and link it to Jesus's (the second Adam) side being pierced. Does that not correlate?
@lary Snw it's just how I look at it. I'm not saying it's fact. 😏
Ugh!! I'm always at work when you have your live questions.
Hi Joelle ? did God create creation out of nothing
I think it odd that people jump to polygamy when God said what He did to David. It just meant David was so loved by the Lord that He would’ve given him what he wanted so long as it wouldn’t turn him away from following God. It’s similar to a parent scolding a beloved child about stealing something they knew the parent would approve of getting for them, when all they had to do what ask and the parent would’ve given them something more appropriate for them. But instead their sinful nature got the best of them. God is very clear on the subject of polygamy and never contradicts Himself. It’s simply a testament to His mercy that He doesn’t strike everyone dead at even entertaining the thought of sin.
my best answer to The question about Satan being in the Garden. This information isn't really life transformative in any way. It's just happens to be the interpretation I find fits the text and narrative of scripture best concerning why Satan is in the garden. Satan is described as a serpent in the garden. Seraphim (one of our words for heavenly beings in OT) is literally "Serpents" and are given the discription in Isaiah 6 as having wings. Eden is a place where Heaven and Earth interact. We see God walking with man, Cheribum guarding the garden, and the presence of this snake(which I would consider to be a heavenly being and Satan himself before his rebellion). Satan in the garden was his natural place being that Eden is this in-between place where God and his angels interact with the physical. Satan and Adam and Eve simultaneously rebel against God in Genesis 3. Satan's curse is to be sent on his belly (I.E. lose his wings), making earth his permanent domain. The garden then gets closed off, meaning the connection between Heaven and Earth is severed. Man is cut off from God and now needs a mediator. Cue Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
That thumb Mike!😂😂😂
I wonder if maybe James white might be the 200 000th subscriber? Lol!
Congrats on 200 000!!!
as. Amazing. !!!!!
Thanks for the Exodus link. There is another similar study and tv documentary done called “patterns of evidence : the exodus” which was done a few years ago that parallels this pages study. I invite anyone wanting to see the evidence to also search out that documentary.
"Accepting the salvation offered by Jesus is similar to accepting an offer of marriage." 👍 That's beautiful. Not an approach I've thought of before, but beautiful. My approach has been a comparison of the judicial approach.
Look into how Jews celebrated a marriage proposal in Galilee. The potential bridegroom would offer a cup of wine to the woman. If she took it and drank of it, it meant yes. Then read the verses about the last supper.
Mike can you settle a debate between my wife and I? Is the jar behind you filled with Starburst jellybeans? 😀
Gummybears
@@littleboots9800 thats what I thought!
@@ronpalma8757 lol. You win. Glad I could help settle your domestic disagreement 😄
Hola! Is not that common a thing to say in Finland, it's usually Hei or Moi! 😄 Thanks for the videos, Mike!
More simply said, God's saving grace is only accessed through faith.
Pastor Mike. I struggle heavily with something. I even talk about it in a video that has received mild attention. But I find it impossible to be Holy. It says "Be ye Holy as I am Holy". I try my hardest to be righteous. The 10 big commands are relatively easy, honestly. They feel like common sense after you practice them for so long. But I struggle deeply with sexual sin. I can't even deny it. I think about sex constantly and masturbation is a constant struggle to fight off. I'm absolutely in love with Gods creation that is women. They are so incredibly beautiful. My heart seeks a companion and my balls seeks to spread its sauce everywhere. I don't fornicate. I don't chase women anymore. I haven't in a long time. I broke my porn addiction for some time, but I still constantly struggle with the desire to have sex with a woman. I understand it's natural. But it says if you look at a woman in lust, then you have already sinned in your heart. So if I have already sinned I feel as though it is literally impossible to be Holy. I can only TRY to be righteous. But I keep falling short because I love woman so much. I keep praying for self control to Jesus, as well as a wife for companionship, love and a family. If I actually had a wife I would only have eyes for my wife. I've never cheated on any girl I have dated. I can't imagine how real TRUE LOVE through a CHRIST CENTERED marriage must feel. I yearn for such a life.
For a philosophical (and somewhat scriptural) argument for universalism, read David Bentley Hart’s “That All Shall be Saved”.
Liquid bandage works wonders for cut fingers!
If you believe and know Jesus Christ, you are saved and will go to Heaven one day for eternity. If you don't, you are not saved and will go to Hell one day for eternity.
@@friend904 just a random thing I thought of:
when sharing the gospel i think it’s easiest for unbelievers to receive if you describe the death and resurrection of Christ Jesus and then explain how it applies to their lives and standing before God.
Blessings in Christ
People can also hate themselves if they look in the mirror and judge themselves or their worth by the world's standards instead of by what God says about them in His Word. He loves them, He sent His Son to die for them, they are adopted as sons, they are wonderfully made.
@Mike Winger yup... I’ve sliced my thumb like that too and wouldn’t stop bleeding. I did cut an artery and needed stitches in the end.
😂😂😂😂😂 what an into i love you Mike
The energy study is called thermodynamics and energy cannot be created or destroyed however it will convert to a state of less usable energy
And energy will not order it’s self so the skeptics argument is demonstrably false.
Did you know that in the last chapter of the gospel according to John, it mentions that the information of God is more than the books in this world could handle are there. That is why I chose to believe in Jesus.
I will give this video a BIG THUMB up! (Pun intended)
Mike, I see you as my uncle that can teach me loads of interesting stuff because he happened to make this his life calling. I don’t think you put yourself on a pedestal at all and I’d you ever do, we will let you know 😂🙏❤️
Predestination is true brother.
I would LOVE to hear you speak on "Near Death Experiences" (NDE). How to respond to and have a perspective of what is going on? Often, people claim to see a light, but not all do. I ask because I'm presently working with a person who experienced NDE and she has concluded that the varied experiences are based on individual values and beliefs prior to a person's NDE. Due to her personal experience and research of other's experiences, she seeks other spirituality, tarot cards, astrology, and witchcraft.
Mike answered this very question in some other Q&A.
Hi Mike. I just recently found your channel and I'm glad that I did. I know this question video has ended but I would love to ask a question if I may. I have been a born again believer for most of my life ( 57 years) and I never understood how it is that from Friday to Sunday is 3 days. I do not boubt that Jesus died and rose in 3 days but how does that fit? Please explain?
Pastor Mike:
I believe you think of me as a troll, we differ on that.
My pastor, is of an age with you. He is knowledgeable with languages, and I think his understanding of the Greek mysterion would be more in line with that of St. Jerome. I know you do not agree with the Roman Church, nor does my pastor.
I can not claim personal linguistic expertise, but what my pastor says rings true to me.
I like much of what you say, and am glad for your ministry.
The Spirit was hovering
We're all praying for your thumb, brother.
It’s St. Joseph. Some people will bury a statue of him in their yards when they want to sell their house. I once worked in a Catholic bookstore, and we kept kits under the counter.. Modt people who bought the St. Joseph kits wanted to be descrete.
I keep hearing William Lane Craig's name everywhere. I should really look into his work, but I have a feeling it's going to be overwhelming to read.
He's fairly accessible in style actually.
"While I was with them, I was keeping them in Your name which You have given Me; and I guarded them and not one of them perished but the son of perdition, so that the Scripture would be fulfilled."
Man picked Matthias...Jesus picked Paul. It's going to be Paul.
I was mesmerized by the big thumb waving at me during the video. :}
If you have a habit of drawing blood from yourself with knives, use superglue to close the wound . The military uses it out in the field
Question 2: Dr Michael G Strauss
Hi family....can anyone reccomend any easy to read/understand books on apologetics for kids.
My son just turned 10 and has been recently witnessing to his friends!
Cool😂, bless him❤️🙏🏼!
My argument against Polygamy is that Jesus said, “no man can serve two masters”. Lol
@mike winger I have a question to ask you my man its really important maybe you could shed some light to it? Thanks man!
I would add too that the government is not engaging in evil by enacting justice. If we went by the logic that justice is evil, then God would be evil, because he is the ultimate judge. So no, repaying evil for evil does not include the government enacting justice.
I want to ensure I'm downloading the right software. Is it logos faithlife?
Yes
Beside the point I know but......the Dutch have doors in the sea so that when the seas rise to a certain height, they automatically shut 🌧😀.
Hey @Mike Winger So some of my friends Believe that the Bible was copied off of the Egyptian beliefs. Lose and there do seem to be certain similarities between the two. I would like to hear your thoughts on that. Love what God is doing through you btw. Keep going. Thanks
Creating anything infinite to create an argument against an infinite God is a self-defeating argument. Quantum vacuums don't predate a big bang or whatever the beginning agreed upon by most scientists was.
Aaah a fellow knife enthusiast. Hard not to get cut every once in a while lol
Judas betrayal of Jesus is unacceptable. But I always felt sorry that he committed suicide because, unlike Peter, it seems like he didn’t understand Jesus would of loved & forgave him. Pertaining to the question about the 12 thrones, I was wondering if Judas could have genuinely repented before his last breath (just as the thief beside Jesus did)?
See Matt. 26:24. That should answer your question.
In Revelation, we see that there are 24 thrones, not just 12. Assuming that means 12 tribes (although when they are listed, the lists tend to deviate) and 12 apostles. Perhaps that just means 24 divisions, or jurisdictions. The priesthood was divided into 24 groups. Perhaps the thrones (authority) will be occupied in periodic time frames by different people, the same way different groups of the priesthood served for a time frame in Jerusalem.
1:03:57 don't worry you saw into my psyche. I too have the victim mentality. Instead of repenting and changing my attitude, I always tell others that I'm a victim of myself.