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Mike Winger idea 2022-03-11

About Gog & Magog: I thought Gog & Magog in Revelation 20:8, and the Gog & Magog war in Ezekiel 28:2 were talking about the same event. I heard a Bible prophecy teacher say it was 2 separate events. Your thoughts?

Q&A question: About Gog & Magog

revelation Ezekiel 28 Ezekiel prophecy revelation Ezekiel 28
Mike Winger idea 2022-03-18

Theism vs. Biblical Christianity: I’m a theist, but I am not a Christian. What are some attributes of God? And how does Jesus exhibit them in specific situations in the Bible? Could you please pray that God gives me confirmation in my mind of the deity of Jesus? Or at least whether or not Jesus rose from the dead. No matter the evidence, I can’t tell. I want the truth.

Q&A question: Theism vs. Biblical Christianity

Jesus
Mike Winger idea 2022-04-01

Winger says NO — do not follow your husband to a cult. The Bible never gives husbands spiritual authority to dictate their wife's worship. Wives have a relationship with God independent of their husbands. He also rejects the 'husband as priest of his house' teaching as unbiblical. Uses 1 Peter 3:1-6 extensively.

Q&A: Husband joined a cult teaching women go to hell for wearing makeup/trousers. Should wife submit and follow him there?

1 Peter 3:1-6 complementarianism headship complementarianism
Mike Winger idea 2022-04-01

Encouragement for a Progressive Friend: My friend has always been a strong Christian and is now struggling with same-sex attraction. He has adopted progressive thoughts on the Bible. How can I encourage him otherwise?

Q&A question: Encouragement for a Progressive Friend
Mike Winger idea 2022-04-08

Handling Local Church Concerns: I’m afraid our church is being unknowingly influenced by progressivism. Ex: People love the podcast “the bible for normal people” with Pete Enns. Should we be worried? How do I share my concerns?

Q&A question: Handling Local Church Concerns
Mike Winger idea 2022-04-15

Can We “Over-Study” the Bible?: Is it possible to over-study Scripture & theology? I feel like I constantly burn myself out on God's Word, but I also feel terrible if I go too long (like a day or two) without studying it.

Q&A question: Can We “Over-Study” the Bible?
Mike Winger idea 2022-04-15

About Jesus’ 40 Days in the Desert: I saw a video where you said “3 days and nights” was a Jewish idiom. Is 40 days in the desert the same, or is the Bible referring to 40 as just a long time that can be tangible (40 days, 40 nights, 40 years, etc.)?

Q&A question: About Jesus’ 40 Days in the Desert

Jesus
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-06

Can we Trust what Moses Wrote?: Besides simply “the Bible says so” and biblical figures certifying them, how do we trust revelations that what Moses wrote of others’ lives and/or words (all of Genesis) are things those people actually said/happened?

Q&A question: Can we Trust what Moses Wrote?

Genesis revelation Moses Genesis revelation
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-06

Bearing with One Another’s Conscience: The Bible says to bear with brethren of weaker faith. If instrumental music is a liberty, shouldn’t we bear with those who believe a cappella is the right way and not use instruments?

Q&A question: Bearing with One Another’s Conscience

faith and science
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-13

Comments on Reincarnation/Simpsons’ Prophecies?: Do you have any suggestions to help a believer of reincarnation? Ex: Ryan Hammons has 55 verified statements about having a past life. Also, Bible prophecies mean nothing since The Simpsons have predicted the future many times.

Q&A question: Comments on Reincarnation/Simpsons’ Prophecies?

prophecy
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-13

How are Miracles Proof if Satan Can Also Do Them?: One of the proofs you've put forward that the Bible is from God is miracles and prophecy. If we see that Satan is also able to do miracles, like Pharaoh's magicians, then why are those things proof it’s from God?

Q&A question: How are Miracles Proof if Satan Can Also Do Them?

Satan prophecy miracles
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-13

Could God Exist but Not be Perfectly Good?: Atheist here. What stops a supernatural but not perfectly good being from being the author of the miracles in the Bible, especially when you already accept the existence of supernatural beings?

Q&A question: Could God Exist but Not be Perfectly Good?

miracles atheism
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-20

Are Ministry Raffles & Lotteries Biblical?: What does the Bible say about ministries that raise money using raffles, lotteries, or giveaways? Would you give money to them? They appeal to my (and presumably others’) carnality. Is this sinful?

Q&A question: Are Ministry Raffles & Lotteries Biblical?
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-20

Does God Only Speak through Scripture?: Does God still speak to us? I have heard it said that if you want to hear God speak, read your Bible; and if you want to hear Him speak audibly, read the Bible out loud. I believe God does still speak, but I’m conflicted.

Q&A question: Does God Only Speak through Scripture?
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-20

Loving our Enemies when it’s Difficult: How must we love enemies according to the Bible in extreme scenarios, such as loving murderers and rapists? In which way should we love them?

Q&A question: Loving our Enemies when it’s Difficult
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-20

Should Pastors Preach Using Commentaries?: We just got a new pastor, and he preaches from commentaries in addition to the Bible. Is this something that we should be cautious about? Is there a line where it can become too much?

Q&A question: Should Pastors Preach Using Commentaries?

pastoral ministry
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 2022-06-24

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

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

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

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 2022-07-15

About the Geneva Bible: In your study of Bible translations, have you ever looked at the Geneva Bible that I believe the pilgrims used? What is its textual basis? Do you think Christians should read it?

Q&A question: About the Geneva Bible

Bible translations textual criticism
Mike Winger idea 2022-07-15

Seminary Suggestions and How to Study Well: I’m currently a Junior in high school and plan to go to a seminary after school to become a preacher. How and where do I start studying the Bible to become a true BibleThinker?

Q&A question: Seminary Suggestions and How to Study Well
Mike Winger idea 2022-07-15

Should Prayer be a Dialogue or Monologue?: Should prayer be a dialogue or monologue? How should we determine if instances of humans having a dialogue with God in the Bible are to be taken as normative?

Q&A question: Should Prayer be a Dialogue or Monologue?

prayer
Mike Winger idea 2022-07-22

How to Decide What to Read in Scripture: Do you have any advice for reading the Bible? How do I decide what to read?

Q&A question: How to Decide What to Read in Scripture
Mike Winger idea 2022-07-29

About Gun Laws, Usage, & Violence: Which bible passages do you think should shape how we think about gun laws, gun violence, gun usage etc? Are there any passages that are misused in this debate?

Q&A question: About Gun Laws, Usage, & Violence
Mike Winger idea 2022-07-29

Are Only Jesus’ Words Authoritative?: Can we only use Jesus' words and not the rest of the Bible? Does Jesus teach against homosexuality? My friend claims that he isn't against it and she doesn't consider Paul's letters authoritative.

Q&A question: Are Only Jesus’ Words Authoritative?

Jesus homosexuality
Mike Winger idea 2022-08-13

Are “God-Given Rights” Biblical?: Does the Bible say anything about "God Given Rights,” at least the way many Americans use the phrase?

Q&A question: Are “God-Given Rights” Biblical?
Mike Winger idea 2022-08-13

How Important are Legal Marriage Papers?: Help, Mike. I need a Bible verse to help a Christian couple who are cohabitating and have 4 kids, but don’t want to marry. They say faithfulness is more important than marriage papers.

Q&A question: How Important are Legal Marriage Papers?

marriage
Mike Winger idea 2022-08-19

How to get Others Excited about Apologetics: What is the best way to get a fellow believer to realize the importance of apologetics? I meet way too many Christians who are just like, "I just read the Bible and that's all that's important."

Q&A question: How to get Others Excited about Apologetics

apologetics
Mike Winger idea 2022-09-02

How to Understand the Bible: What is your general advice on understanding Bible verses that we don't understand?

Q&A question: How to Understand the Bible
Mike Winger idea 2022-09-02

Is Jesus the Bible?: How should we biblically respond when someone says they believe Jesus IS the Torah or Jesus IS the Bible?

Q&A question: Is Jesus the Bible?

Jesus
Mike Winger idea 2022-09-16

Is Satan Omnipresent?: I was asked if Satan was omnipresent. I said no, but was met with some push back. What are some good Bible verses to prove why Satan is not omnipresent and why this attribute is exclusive to God?

Q&A question: Is Satan Omnipresent?

Satan
Mike Winger idea 2022-09-16

Does the Bible Refer to Men as Virgins, or Only Women?: Why are women in the Bible referred to as virgins, but not men? It makes it seem as though sexual purity was only important for women, but not for men. I know that’s not true, but would love clarity.

Q&A question: Does the Bible Refer to Men as Virgins, or Only Women?

sexual ethics
Mike Winger idea 2022-09-30

Will the Father Not Forgive Us?: Matthew 6: 14-15 says we should forgive others of their trespasses or our Father will not forgive us of ours. But the Bible also says that all of our sins have been atoned for on the cross. Can you explain?

Q&A question: Will the Father Not Forgive Us?

Matthew Matthew 6 Matthew Matthew 6
Mike Winger idea 2022-10-21

Codex Vaticanus vs. Modern Bibles?: If the Codex Vaticanus is the oldest Bible, how much does it differ from modern Bibles, if at all?

Q&A question: Codex Vaticanus vs. Modern Bibles?
Mike Winger idea 2022-10-21

Does This Verse Justify False Teaching?: How should we understand 1 Corinthians 1: 18-2:5,14, 3: 18-19? Ray Comfort quoted this to say Bible stories are supposed to sound dumb! Can't this be quoted to justify any dumb-sounding false teaching?

Q&A question: Does This Verse Justify False Teaching?

1 Corinthians 1 Ray Comfort 1 Corinthians 1
Mike Winger idea 2022-12-09

Should we Only Have One Teacher?: Please, can you talk about what we should do when a spiritual leader wants you to only take advice from them and no one else, especially when the Bible says to have a “multitude of counselors”?

Q&A question: Should we Only Have One Teacher?
Mike Winger idea 2022-12-09

Why did Some Men in the Bible Have Multiple Wives?: Most of the men in Bible had multiple wives. Can’t you then say they lived in sin their entire lives? Many people say that continual sin doesn’t equate to being a true Christian.

Q&A question: Why did Some Men in the Bible Have Multiple Wives?
Mike Winger idea 2022-12-16

Discerning God’s Voice: How can I tell when the Holy Spirit is talking to me? Ever since hearing a sermon about a pastor's conviction to spend more time with God, I think I’m hearing God ask for more time when I close my Bible.

Q&A question: Discerning God’s Voice

pastoral ministry
Mike Winger idea 2022-12-16

Could Cain Still Be Alive?: How do you feel about the Bible conspiracy that Cain is still alive somehow and is wandering the Earth to this day?

Q&A question: Could Cain Still Be Alive?
Mike Winger idea 2023-01-13

The Bible on Transgenderism: What is the best biblical case against transgender behavior?

Q&A question: The Bible on Transgenderism
Mike Winger idea 2023-01-13

Can We Add Punctuation to Scripture?: A pastor at a local Bible study wants me to add punctuation to a section of Scripture that is just words to see multiple meanings. I feel uncomfortable with this. What are your thoughts on doing this?

Q&A question: Can We Add Punctuation to Scripture?

pastoral ministry
Mike Winger idea 2023-01-13

Is Reading the Bible Better than Listening?: I have difficulty reading the Bible, and I think that listening to the Bible (like an audio Bible) might be helpful, but I feel like I'm missing something by not reading it. Any thoughts?

Q&A question: Is Reading the Bible Better than Listening?
Mike Winger idea 2023-01-27

Are there Additional Spiritual Gifts?: Are there more spiritual gifts than those talked about in the Bible?

Q&A question: Are there Additional Spiritual Gifts?

spiritual gifts
Mike Winger idea 2023-02-17

Is there a Proper Format for Church Services?: Is the current way we do church services prescribed in the Bible? Where did this current style of worship come from?

Q&A question: Is there a Proper Format for Church Services?

worship
Mike Winger idea 2023-02-17

Bible Reading Schedule – Required?: Do you think it's wrong if I don't read the Bible regularly? I do read and study it, but I don't have a consistent schedule.

Q&A question: Bible Reading Schedule – Required?
Mike Winger idea 2023-03-17

Jesus AND the Bible = “The Word”?: What is the distinction that is to be made between Jesus and the Bible, as far as the title "Word of God" goes, which is applied to both of them?

Q&A question: Jesus AND the Bible = “The Word”?

Jesus
Mike Winger idea 2023-03-17

When Translations Vary: What do we do when we find significant difference between translations (such as 1 John 5:7 in the KJV vs. modern translations)?

Q&A question: When Translations Vary

Bible translations
Mike Winger idea 2023-04-07

Is Ordination Necessary?: What are your thoughts on the necessity to be ordained into ministry? Can I turn my home Bible study into a church?

Q&A question: Is Ordination Necessary?

Bible study
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