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Mike Winger idea 2022-06-03

Vision vs. Imagination: What is the difference between vision and imagination?

Q&A question: Vision vs. Imagination

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-03

Can We “Cast Lots” to Determine God’s Will?: Can you explain “casting lots”? Since God never explicitly tells us that we can do this to determine His will, would it be unbiblical for us to do so?

Q&A question: Can We “Cast Lots” to Determine God’s Will?

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Can Christians ever Sue Christians?: Does 1 Corinthians 6 prohibit believers from ever taking other believers to court? Is there ever an appropriate time to take a brother “before unbelievers”?

Q&A question: Can Christians ever Sue Christians?

1 Corinthians 6 1 Corinthians 6

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Working for God Without Selfishness: How can I do work for God to receive a reward but not be seeking to put myself first, such as in Luke 22: 24-30?

Q&A question: Working for God Without Selfishness

Luke 22 Luke 22

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Are Secret Churches “Denying God Before Men?”: Do secret churches in countries where Christianity is illegal contradict Matthew 10: 32-33?

Q&A question: Are Secret Churches “Denying God Before Men?”

Matthew 10 Matthew Matthew 10 Matthew

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Is Rapture Theology Biblical?: Is it true that rapture theology didn't exist before the 19th century and that it’s a relatively modern interpretation?

Q&A question: Is Rapture Theology Biblical?

rapture

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Anxiety about Hell: I've become anxious about the thought of eternal torment in Hell. If that's the punishment for our sins, wouldn't it have been best for unbelievers never to be born?

Q&A question: Anxiety about Hell

hell

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Understanding Philippians 4: Philippians 4:8 confuses me because so many true things are none of the other things on the list. A lot of truth is just the opposite. I read books about true things that are not the other things.

Q&A question: Understanding Philippians 4

Philippians 4:8 Philippians 4 Philippians 4:8 Philippians 4 Philip

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Is Eternal Subordinationism Biblical?: I read recently that the idea that God the Son has been eternally submissive to God the Father is heresy (Arianism). Is that true? Was Jesus only temporarily submissive to God the Father while on Earth?

Q&A question: Is Eternal Subordinationism Biblical?

Jesus heresy

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Prayer for a Struggling Marriage: Would you please pray for my wife and I? I know it's a vague request without much detail, but we are struggling in our marriage and prayers are much needed.

Q&A question: Prayer for a Struggling Marriage

marriage prayer

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Balancing Duties as a Young Leader: I am a full time high school/youth pastor whose role involves a lot of leadership and administrative duties. As a young person, I find it challenging and catch myself trying to overcompensate. Advice?

Q&A question: Balancing Duties as a Young Leader

pastoral ministry

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Breaking the Sin Cycle of Lust: I’m a 15 year old that has struggled with lust for such a long time, and I honestly don’t know what to do anymore. It feels like I will never get out of this constant sin cycle. Could you please help me?

Q&A question: Breaking the Sin Cycle of Lust

sexual ethics

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Dealing with Toxic People: What biblical counsel would you give for dealing with toxic people, especially Christian family members you live with, who are oftentimes mentally and emotionally unhealthy to be around?

Q&A question: Dealing with Toxic People

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Why Would God Give us our Heart’s Desires?: Why would God give us the desires of our hearts (Psalm 37:4) if the heart is deceitful above all things (Jeremiah 17:9)?

Q&A question: Why Would God Give us our Heart’s Desires?

Jeremiah Psalm 37:4 Psalm 37 Jeremiah Psalm 37:4 Psalm 37

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

About OT Sacrifices: In the Old Testament sacrificial system, there seems to be a lot of required sacrifices. How often were those sacrifices required, and who was required to offer them? Was it just the heads of households?

Q&A question: About OT Sacrifices

Mormonism

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Volunteering vs. Getting a Paying Job?: I'm 31, living with my unbelieving parents. They're pushing me to get a real job, but I feel I should continue volunteering to keep a Foundation alive that's barely holding on. Any biblical advice?

Q&A question: Volunteering vs. Getting a Paying Job?

evangelism

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

About the Joy of the Lord: What is the “joy of the Lord,” and how is it our strength?

Q&A question: About the Joy of the Lord

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

Can we be Refilled with the Spirit?: Is it unbiblical to ask for a "refilling of the Holy Spirit"? Don't we already have Him living inside us? I hear this a lot at my church, and I don't know what to think of it.

Q&A question: Can we be Refilled with the Spirit?

Holy Spirit

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

The Descriptions of Jesus in Scripture: After reading Daniel 10 and Revelation 1, I was wondering what the connection is between the descriptions of the visions. The description of Jesus in Revelation is so similar to the description given in Daniel 10.

Q&A question: The Descriptions of Jesus in Scripture

revelation Daniel Jesus revelation Daniel

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

When Israel is Mentioned in Scripture: In the Bible, when Israel is mentioned in the context, is it referring more to the people or to the land (country)? (Ex: Romans 11:26)

Q&A question: When Israel is Mentioned in Scripture

Romans 11 Romans 11

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-17

When Science Cannot Answer: As a new Christian who was raised to follow science first, how can we extract the most knowledge out of the parts of the Old Testament that we cannot fathom/science cannot yet answer?

Q&A question: When Science Cannot Answer

faith and science

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

The “What is a Woman?” Bandwagon: Do you think that the now famous question "What is a Woman?" is a relevant area of focus for biblical Christians? Doesn't the Gospel naturally address these issues we face today?

Q&A question: The “What is a Woman?” Bandwagon

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Helping Friends be Biblical: Most of my friends claim to be Christians, but they support “pride month.” It depresses me that they encourage gay marriage which the Bible clearly says is a sin. How do I talk to them about this?

Q&A question: Helping Friends be Biblical

marriage homosexuality

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Friends vs. Servants of Christ?: In John 15: 15, Jesus tells the apostles, “No longer do I call you servants, but friends.” How do we properly approach our position as “friends of Jesus” while not neglecting to still serve Him?

Q&A question: Friends vs. Servants of Christ?

John 15 Jesus John 15 Apostles

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Is John 1 about the Bible?: What does John 1:1-4 say about the importance of the Bible? Should we worship the Bible? Some say they won't read the Bible, but at the same time say they are Christian.

Q&A question: Is John 1 about the Bible?

John 1 worship John 1

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Are there Sins we Really Can’t Help Doing?: How can I reconcile 1 Corinthians 10: 13 after decades of struggling with sloth, bad work ethic, sin at work, etc.? I’m praying for forgiveness, but was recently diagnosed with ADHD. I now see I can’t help it without meds.

Q&A question: Are there Sins we Really Can’t Help Doing?

1 Corinthians 10 1 Corinthians 10 forgiveness

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Was the Bible Written w/Chapters & Verses?: Since the Bible wasn't written with chapters and verses, how should that impact our reading of the current translations?

Q&A question: Was the Bible Written w/Chapters & Verses?

Bible translations

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Why Don’t the Jews Believe?: What is your understanding as to why the Jews don’t believe in Jesus and are waiting on someone else to come?

Q&A question: Why Don’t the Jews Believe?

Jesus

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

About Receiving the Spirit: If we are to believe that you receive the Holy Spirit when you believe, why does there seem to be a separation from believing and receiving in Acts 19:1-2?

Q&A question: About Receiving the Spirit

Acts 19 Acts 19

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Are Cards Inherently Sinful?: Are playing cards wrong? My parents think they are wrong even if I’m not playing Poker or anything like that. They think that there is some kind of evil in the card itself.

Q&A question: Are Cards Inherently Sinful?

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Will We Fall into Sin in Heaven?: If Satan was able to disobey and sin against God in Heaven (along with him persuading others to sin), how do we know we will not sin against God when we are home with Him? I’m struggling with this question.

Q&A question: Will We Fall into Sin in Heaven?

Satan

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Should Christians be Organ Donors?: I am wondering how Christians should think about organ donation? Is there a clear answer in Scripture?

Q&A question: Should Christians be Organ Donors?

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Loving God vs. Fearing Punishment: I find that I fear Hell rather than love God. Prayer and Bible reading feel like selfishly avoiding Hell more than devotedly pursuing God. How do I stop my fear from getting in the way of my relationship with God?

Q&A question: Loving God vs. Fearing Punishment

prayer hell

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Marriage in Heaven?: Since Jesus says that wives will be had in Heaven in Matthew 19: 29, why do most Christians say marriage won't exist in Heaven?

Q&A question: Marriage in Heaven?

Matthew Matthew 19 marriage Jesus Matthew

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Mental vs. Spiritual Health Struggles: When I talk to some people about my mental health struggles, they suggest that the cause is a spiritual issue. How do I explain that being a faithful Christian doesn't mean I can't struggle?

Q&A question: Mental vs. Spiritual Health Struggles

anxiety and mental health

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

What is an Apostate?: What is an apostate? Can they come back to God?

Q&A question: What is an Apostate?

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

About Elisha & the Bears: How can we explain 2 Kings 2: 23-24 in context? it involves Elisha and a group of young mockers who then get killed by 2 bears.

Q&A question: About Elisha & the Bears

2 Kings 2 Elisha 2 Kings 2

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Should Immoral Things Be Illegal?: Should biblically immoral mean illegal? Surely if sin harms the community, then all legal sin harms society and should be against the law.

Q&A question: Should Immoral Things Be Illegal?

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Fellowshipping as an Introvert: I am worried that being an introvert is keeping me from congregating in the church. Does this mean that I'm truly not saved? Where is the joy that I'm supposed to have in the Lord? Please help.

Q&A question: Fellowshipping as an Introvert

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Was Elihu in Job Correct?: In Job 32:7-9, the Lord tells Job’s 3 friends to sacrifice burnt offerings because they haven’t spoken truth, but the Lord didn’t mention Elihu. Does that mean Elihu was correct in his speech?

Q&A question: Was Elihu in Job Correct?

Elihu

Mike Winger idea 2022-06-24

Saved while Believing Heresy?: Can someone be saved without affirming certain correct propositions? If someone holds a believe that is heretical (to believe it would prevent salvation) but they are ignorant, are they saved?

Q&A question: Saved while Believing Heresy?

salvation Mormonism heresy

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

People we Shouldn’t Pray For?: My father believes that there are people we do not (or should not) pray for. He backs it up with John 17:9, saying that it may even be a sin to pray for people we shouldn’t pray for. I would love to hear your thoughts!

Q&A question: People we Shouldn’t Pray For?

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

Truth in Love when Family is in Sin: My fiancé's sibling is transgender. I'm scared our future children will think it is a good thing and that it’s right. His family accepts this lifestyle unquestionably. I don't want to cut them out of our lives, but I don't know what else to do to protect our family. How can I be obedient to God and still be loving to his sibling and the rest of the family?

Q&A question: Truth in Love when Family is in Sin

parenting

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

Spiritual vs. Political Progressivism: Isn't Progressive Christianity simply the outcome of forcing progressive/leftist ideology onto Christianity? Should we even make the distinction between politically & religiously progressive beliefs?

Q&A question: Spiritual vs. Political Progressivism

progressive Christianity

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

Witnessing to a Dying Loved One: My grandpa is dying, and doesn't have long. He has dementia/Alzheimer’s now and has never been a Christian. Is it too late to share the Gospel with him? If not, how do I do it effectively?

Q&A question: Witnessing to a Dying Loved One

evangelism

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

About House Churches: What do you think of the house church movement (Francis Chan)?

Q&A question: About House Churches

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

About Levirate Marriages: Why did God endorse levirate marriage? Isn’t it wrong to pressure a man to marry someone he doesn’t want to? And since marriage will supposedly end in Heaven, is love not a factor for God?

Q&A question: About Levirate Marriages

marriage

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

Must Pastors be Married?: Does 1 Timothy 3:2 mean that I must have a wife to be a pastor? What about a man who doesn’t have a wife?

Q&A question: Must Pastors be Married?

1 Timothy 3:2 1 Timothy 3 Timothy 1 Timothy 3:2 marriage

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

Are Illusionists’ Tricks Sinful?: Is there anything wrong with learning sleight of hand magic or using it in evangelism?

Q&A question: Are Illusionists’ Tricks Sinful?

angels

Mike Winger idea 2022-07-01

About Marriage in Heaven: In Matthew 22: 23-29, Jesus rebukes the Sadducees for trying to trap Him, saying they don’t know the Scriptures. Where in the Scriptures is this topic of marriage in Heaven mentioned?

Q&A question: About Marriage in Heaven

Matthew marriage Jesus Matthew

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Vision vs. Imagination: What is the difference between vision and imagination?

Can We “Cast Lots” to Determine God’s Will?: Can you explain “casting lots”? Since God never explicitly tells us that we can do this to determine His will, would it be unbiblical for us to do so?

Can Christians ever Sue Christians?: Does 1 Corinthians 6 prohibit believers from ever taking other believers to court? Is there ever an appropriate time to take a brother “before unbelievers”?

Working for God Without Selfishness: How can I do work for God to receive a reward but not be seeking to put myself first, such as in Luke 22: 24-30?

Are Secret Churches “Denying God Before Men?”: Do secret churches in countries where Christianity is illegal contradict Matthew 10: 32-33?

Is Rapture Theology Biblical?: Is it true that rapture theology didn't exist before the 19th century and that it’s a relatively modern interpretation?

Anxiety about Hell: I've become anxious about the thought of eternal torment in Hell. If that's the punishment for our sins, wouldn't it have been best for unbelievers never to be born?

Understanding Philippians 4: Philippians 4:8 confuses me because so many true things are none of the other things on the list. A lot of truth is just the opposite. I read books about true things that are not the other things.

Is Eternal Subordinationism Biblical?: I read recently that the idea that God the Son has been eternally submissive to God the Father is heresy (Arianism). Is that true? Was Jesus only temporarily submissive to God the Father while on Earth?

Prayer for a Struggling Marriage: Would you please pray for my wife and I? I know it's a vague request without much detail, but we are struggling in our marriage and prayers are much needed.

Balancing Duties as a Young Leader: I am a full time high school/youth pastor whose role involves a lot of leadership and administrative duties. As a young person, I find it challenging and catch myself trying to overcompensate. Advice?

Breaking the Sin Cycle of Lust: I’m a 15 year old that has struggled with lust for such a long time, and I honestly don’t know what to do anymore. It feels like I will never get out of this constant sin cycle. Could you please help me?

Dealing with Toxic People: What biblical counsel would you give for dealing with toxic people, especially Christian family members you live with, who are oftentimes mentally and emotionally unhealthy to be around?

Why Would God Give us our Heart’s Desires?: Why would God give us the desires of our hearts (Psalm 37:4) if the heart is deceitful above all things (Jeremiah 17:9)?

About OT Sacrifices: In the Old Testament sacrificial system, there seems to be a lot of required sacrifices. How often were those sacrifices required, and who was required to offer them? Was it just the heads of households?

Volunteering vs. Getting a Paying Job?: I'm 31, living with my unbelieving parents. They're pushing me to get a real job, but I feel I should continue volunteering to keep a Foundation alive that's barely holding on. Any biblical advice?

About the Joy of the Lord: What is the “joy of the Lord,” and how is it our strength?

Can we be Refilled with the Spirit?: Is it unbiblical to ask for a "refilling of the Holy Spirit"? Don't we already have Him living inside us? I hear this a lot at my church, and I don't know what to think of it.

The Descriptions of Jesus in Scripture: After reading Daniel 10 and Revelation 1, I was wondering what the connection is between the descriptions of the visions. The description of Jesus in Revelation is so similar to the description given in Daniel 10.

When Israel is Mentioned in Scripture: In the Bible, when Israel is mentioned in the context, is it referring more to the people or to the land (country)? (Ex: Romans 11:26)

When Science Cannot Answer: As a new Christian who was raised to follow science first, how can we extract the most knowledge out of the parts of the Old Testament that we cannot fathom/science cannot yet answer?

The “What is a Woman?” Bandwagon: Do you think that the now famous question "What is a Woman?" is a relevant area of focus for biblical Christians? Doesn't the Gospel naturally address these issues we face today?

Helping Friends be Biblical: Most of my friends claim to be Christians, but they support “pride month.” It depresses me that they encourage gay marriage which the Bible clearly says is a sin. How do I talk to them about this?

Friends vs. Servants of Christ?: In John 15: 15, Jesus tells the apostles, “No longer do I call you servants, but friends.” How do we properly approach our position as “friends of Jesus” while not neglecting to still serve Him?

Is John 1 about the Bible?: What does John 1:1-4 say about the importance of the Bible? Should we worship the Bible? Some say they won't read the Bible, but at the same time say they are Christian.

Are there Sins we Really Can’t Help Doing?: How can I reconcile 1 Corinthians 10: 13 after decades of struggling with sloth, bad work ethic, sin at work, etc.? I’m praying for forgiveness, but was recently diagnosed with ADHD. I now see I can’t help it without meds.

Was the Bible Written w/Chapters & Verses?: Since the Bible wasn't written with chapters and verses, how should that impact our reading of the current translations?

Why Don’t the Jews Believe?: What is your understanding as to why the Jews don’t believe in Jesus and are waiting on someone else to come?

About Receiving the Spirit: If we are to believe that you receive the Holy Spirit when you believe, why does there seem to be a separation from believing and receiving in Acts 19:1-2?

Are Cards Inherently Sinful?: Are playing cards wrong? My parents think they are wrong even if I’m not playing Poker or anything like that. They think that there is some kind of evil in the card itself.

Will We Fall into Sin in Heaven?: If Satan was able to disobey and sin against God in Heaven (along with him persuading others to sin), how do we know we will not sin against God when we are home with Him? I’m struggling with this question.

Should Christians be Organ Donors?: I am wondering how Christians should think about organ donation? Is there a clear answer in Scripture?

Loving God vs. Fearing Punishment: I find that I fear Hell rather than love God. Prayer and Bible reading feel like selfishly avoiding Hell more than devotedly pursuing God. How do I stop my fear from getting in the way of my relationship with God?

Marriage in Heaven?: Since Jesus says that wives will be had in Heaven in Matthew 19: 29, why do most Christians say marriage won't exist in Heaven?

Mental vs. Spiritual Health Struggles: When I talk to some people about my mental health struggles, they suggest that the cause is a spiritual issue. How do I explain that being a faithful Christian doesn't mean I can't struggle?

What is an Apostate?: What is an apostate? Can they come back to God?

About Elisha & the Bears: How can we explain 2 Kings 2: 23-24 in context? it involves Elisha and a group of young mockers who then get killed by 2 bears.

Should Immoral Things Be Illegal?: Should biblically immoral mean illegal? Surely if sin harms the community, then all legal sin harms society and should be against the law.

Fellowshipping as an Introvert: I am worried that being an introvert is keeping me from congregating in the church. Does this mean that I'm truly not saved? Where is the joy that I'm supposed to have in the Lord? Please help.

Was Elihu in Job Correct?: In Job 32:7-9, the Lord tells Job’s 3 friends to sacrifice burnt offerings because they haven’t spoken truth, but the Lord didn’t mention Elihu. Does that mean Elihu was correct in his speech?

Saved while Believing Heresy?: Can someone be saved without affirming certain correct propositions? If someone holds a believe that is heretical (to believe it would prevent salvation) but they are ignorant, are they saved?

People we Shouldn’t Pray For?: My father believes that there are people we do not (or should not) pray for. He backs it up with John 17:9, saying that it may even be a sin to pray for people we shouldn’t pray for. I would love to hear your thoughts!

Spiritual vs. Political Progressivism: Isn't Progressive Christianity simply the outcome of forcing progressive/leftist ideology onto Christianity? Should we even make the distinction between politically & religiously progressive beliefs?

Witnessing to a Dying Loved One: My grandpa is dying, and doesn't have long. He has dementia/Alzheimer’s now and has never been a Christian. Is it too late to share the Gospel with him? If not, how do I do it effectively?

About House Churches: What do you think of the house church movement (Francis Chan)?

About Levirate Marriages: Why did God endorse levirate marriage? Isn’t it wrong to pressure a man to marry someone he doesn’t want to? And since marriage will supposedly end in Heaven, is love not a factor for God?

Must Pastors be Married?: Does 1 Timothy 3:2 mean that I must have a wife to be a pastor? What about a man who doesn’t have a wife?

Are Illusionists’ Tricks Sinful?: Is there anything wrong with learning sleight of hand magic or using it in evangelism?

About Marriage in Heaven: In Matthew 22: 23-29, Jesus rebukes the Sadducees for trying to trap Him, saying they don’t know the Scriptures. Where in the Scriptures is this topic of marriage in Heaven mentioned?

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