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Mike Winger idea 2020-03-16

Psalm 91 is NOT a guarantee of divine protection from all disease. Satan himself quoted Psalm 91 to tempt Jesus to jump off the temple (Luke 4:9-12). Jesus responded: "You shall not put the Lord your God to the test." God CAN protect, but demanding supernatural protection while doing reckless things is testing God, not trusting him.

Psalm 91 and COVID — don't test God

Psalm 91 Luke 4:9-12 temptation of Jesus temptation of Jesus Psalm 91
Mike Winger idea 2020-04-15

Sovereignty of God: God is good, all-knowing, and in ultimate control. Romans 8:28: works all things for good for those who love him. But sovereignty doesn't mean exhaustive divine determinism (God causing every single thing). Job: God allowed Satan's attack but didn't cause it. God is in control of the flow of all things, can stop or allow anything, but humans have real choices.

Sovereignty of God — not determinism

Romans 8:28 free will sovereignty of God free will
Mike Winger idea 2020-08-12

Argument 3 — Criterion of embarrassment: Jesus's predictions include embarrassing elements the early church wouldn't invent. (a) Peter rebukes Jesus for predicting his death — then Jesus calls Peter "Satan" (Mark 8:33). The leader of the church being called Satan is not something the church would fabricate. (b) Disciples repeatedly fail to understand Jesus's predictions — they argue about who's greatest right after. The church wouldn't invent their founders' incompetence.

Argument 3 — criterion of embarrassment

Mark 8:33 criterion of embarrassment Mark 8:33 Peter called Satan
Mike Winger idea 2020-08-18

Survey of Mark showing Jesus consistently correcting false messianic expectations: (1) Mark 1:8 — baptize with Holy Spirit, not raise armies. (2) Mark 1:11 — beloved Son (sacrifice imagery from Genesis 22). (3) Mark 1:15 — repent and believe, not take up arms. (4) Jesus's ministry: exorcisms and healings, not political conquest — the enemy is Satan, not Rome; the problem is sin, not occupation. (5) Jesus sends crowds away instead of rallying them for war. The whole Gospel of Mark is about fixing these expectations.

Survey of Mark — correcting messianic expectations

Mark Series Genesis 22 (Isaac) Mark 1:8 Mark Series false messianic expectations Genesis 22 (Isaac)
Mike Winger idea 2020-08-21

Advice for a new missionary to Japan: (1) Don't go alone — attach yourself to other believers and protect those relationships; Satan will target them. (2) Long-term missions requires patience — it's years of investment, not quick results. (3) Your impact ripples through generations even if it feels small. The lives you change will change other lives for decades.

Missionary advice — Japan

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Mike Winger idea 2020-09-28

Mark 14 (Gethsemane) is the intentional counterpoint to Mark 11 — Jesus with perfect faith, no sin, no unforgiveness prays and God says NO. Faith means trusting God both when he says yes AND when he says no.

The missing piece: Jesus' Gethsemane prayer as counterpoint to the prayer promise

Mark 14:35-36 Word of Faith Gethsemane prayer Word of Faith
Mike Winger idea 2021-05-28

Is Satan an Actual “being”?: What would you say to the brethren that suggest that Satan is not actually a being? People argue that the OT doesn’t describe him as a singular being but something of the human mind.

Q&A question: Is Satan an Actual “being”?

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Mike Winger idea 2021-08-20

Why did God Punish ALL Snakes?: Why did God punish all snakes for what Satan did in the Garden of Eden?

Q&A question: Why did God Punish ALL Snakes?

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Mike Winger idea 2021-08-27

About Miracles & False Religions: You've said miracles in other religions are false signs from Satan. Why would other religions have reason to think these signs are from Satan? Couldn't a Muslim say the same thing to a Christian?

Q&A question: About Miracles & False Religions

Satan miracles Islam
Mike Winger idea 2021-09-10

About the Satanic Temple’s 7 Tenets: The Satanic Temple has been gaining popularity online due to their “7 tenets” they believe people should live by. Many people see these tenets as positive and morally good, and are being drawn into their organization as a result. What are your thoughts about this?

Q&A question: About the Satanic Temple’s 7 Tenets

Satan
Mike Winger idea 2021-09-24

Does God Hate Satan?: Does God hate Satan and the demons?

Q&A question: Does God Hate Satan?

Satan demons
Mike Winger idea 2021-10-08

How to Recognize the Spirit vs. Enemy: How do we know when we feel the Holy Spirit that it isn't a trick from Satan making us think that it’s God? And how do you know Jesus’s resurrection wasn’t a false miracle/wonder by Satan?

Q&A question: How to Recognize the Spirit vs. Enemy

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Mike Winger idea 2021-10-15

How is Satan the World’s Ruler?: Can you explain how Satan became the ruler of this world?

Q&A question: How is Satan the World’s Ruler?

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Mike Winger idea 2021-12-17

Angels, Free Will, & Did God Command Satan to Rebel?} How would you react to someone who claims that angels don't have free will, and that by extension, God commanded Satan to rebel? Hoping to address the issue and the heart here, thanks!

Q&A question

Satan free will angels
Mike Winger idea 2022-01-21

Should we Hate the Devil?: Is it OK to Hate Satan?

Q&A question: Should we Hate the Devil?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-02-04

About Seraphim, Snakes & Satan: If the word “seraphim” is derived from the same Hebrew root word for snake, it is really a stretch to say that Lucifer (who is a seraphim) in the Garden of Eden could have appeared reptilian?

Q&A question: About Seraphim, Snakes & Satan

Satan
Mike Winger idea 2022-02-11

Who Recorded Job 1:6?: Job 1:6 states that angels and Satan present themselves before the Lord and they proceed to have a conversation about Job in the ensuing verses. Who was there to witness and record the conversation?

Q&A question: Who Recorded Job 1:6?

Satan angels
Mike Winger idea 2022-03-18

About the Fall of Satan: How could the devil fall, being perfect (moral excellence), knowing the full comprehension of God? How could he even think evil thoughts?

Q&A question: About the Fall of Satan

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Mike Winger idea 2022-04-15

God/Satan in our Dreams?: Does God and/or Satan visit us in dreams?

Q&A question: God/Satan in our Dreams?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-04-15

Where Did Satan’s Rebellion Come From?: Since God is not the author of evil and didn't create a kingdom with temptation or evil beings, how did Lucifer's pride and rebellion come about?

Q&A question: Where Did Satan’s Rebellion Come From?

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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?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-06-03

Why does Satan Tempt Believers?: Why does the devil bother to tempt people to sin if they are already saved? What's the gain for him?

Q&A question: Why does Satan Tempt Believers?

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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?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-07-29

Is it Wrong to Handle Ungodly Items?: I work in a warehouse handling every item imaginable. How should I handle satanic/"magic" items? Should I refuse to handle such things?

Q&A question: Is it Wrong to Handle Ungodly Items?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-08-05

Could Satan Repent?: Would God forgive Satan if he repented?

Q&A question: Could Satan Repent?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-08-19

Can Satan Heal People?: In view of the magicians in Exodus potentially getting their power from Satan, can Satan and demons heal, and are these potentially healings that don't last?

Q&A question: Can Satan Heal People?

Satan healing demons
Mike Winger idea 2022-08-19

Is Psychology Satanic?: I’ve heard some people say that psychology belongs to Satan and that Christians should stray from studying it. What is your opinion on that, and is there any biblical basis for avoiding it?

Q&A question: Is Psychology Satanic?

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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?

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Mike Winger idea 2022-10-21

Does Satan Think He’ll Win in the End?: How can Satan, an angel much smarter than us, be so unwise as to oppose an all-powerful God? Does Satan think he stands a chance of winning in the end?

Q&A question: Does Satan Think He’ll Win in the End?

Satan angels
Mike Winger idea 2023-03-03

Can Satan Stop God’s Plans?: Can Satan stop God's plan? I had to cancel a mission trip at the last minute due to something I couldn't control, but doors had opened and things had fallen into place for us to go, so it seemed like it was God's will.

Q&A question: Can Satan Stop God’s Plans?

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Mike Winger idea 2023-04-21

Who Sinned First?: I have been asked, "Was Adam's sin the first sin?" Something along the lines of: “Wasn't Satan the first one that sinned?” Thoughts?

Q&A question: Who Sinned First?

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Mike Winger idea 2023-04-21

How Could Satan Stand in God’s Presence?: If sin cannot enter God's presence, how could Satan present himself before God in the book of Job?

Q&A question: How Could Satan Stand in God’s Presence?

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Mike Winger idea 2023-05-05

Why Is There Still Evil on Earth?: My 10-year-old wants to know, if Satan was defeated, then why is there still evil on the planet? I couldn’t think of a good way to answer her. Help?

Q&A question: Why Is There Still Evil on Earth?

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Mike Winger idea 2023-05-12

Are Miracles Unreliable?: If Satan and his workers can perform miracles to mislead people, why should I believe Christians when they tell me to look at miracles, or when Jesus says to look at His miracles?

Q&A question: Are Miracles Unreliable?

Jesus Satan miracles
Mike Winger idea 2023-05-26

Do God & Satan Talk?: Is the devil talking to God in today’s generation like in the book of Job? If angels are warring with demons, can we assume there is communication?

Q&A question: Do God & Satan Talk?

Satan angels demons
Mike Winger idea 2023-08-18

Satan’s Fall in Luke 10: Could you shed some light on what Jesus meant in Luke 10: 18? Is Jesus talking about Satan's initial fall here, and what purpose does it serve in the passage?

Q&A question: Satan’s Fall in Luke 10

Luke 10 Jesus Satan Luke 10
Mike Winger idea 2023-11-17

When God Kills, Was it Actually Satan?: Leaders at my church say that when God killed or did something bad it was always Satan. Thoughts? I think this is blasphemy.

Q&A question: When God Kills, Was it Actually Satan?

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Mike Winger idea 2023-11-17

Does Satan Himself Actually Tempt Us?: Considering Satan is not omnipresent or omnipotent, is it realistic to state that he tempts us, or does much of anything directly? Wouldn't it be more orchestration of demons who act?

Q&A question: Does Satan Himself Actually Tempt Us?

Satan demons
Mike Winger idea 2023-11-17

Deathbed Visions from God or Satan?: Do you think deathbed visions of deceased relatives or Jesus are real, or hallucinations? If real, do you think they are from God or Satan? I’m worried about being led astray on my deathbed.

Q&A question: Deathbed Visions from God or Satan?

Jesus Satan
Mike Winger idea 2023-12-01

Scapegoat = Satan?: How can we be certain that the “scapegoat” isn't Satan in Leviticus 16 and Revelation 20?

Q&A question: Scapegoat = Satan?

revelation Revelation 20 Satan revelation Revelation 20
Mike Winger idea 2023-12-01

Satan = “GOD of this World”?: How did Satan become the "god of this world," and why did God allow him to reign?

Q&A question: Satan = “GOD of this World”?

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Mike Winger idea 2024-01-26

Satan’s Guide to The Bible?: There is a dangerous video gaining popularity, called "Satan's Guide to The Bible," that illustrates a pretend children's Sunday school class learning from Satan as their substitute teacher. He claims that pastors keep secrets from their congregants, but that he will reveal those secrets and tell them the truth. Can you please analyze this video and refute its false claims about the Bible?

Q&A question: Satan’s Guide to The Bible?

Satan pastoral ministry
Mike Winger idea 2024-02-23

Are We Living in Satan’s Deception?: Have you heard of the theory that we're already living in Satan's short season of deception from Revelation 20:3-8? Some of the ideas are intriguing, but most also claim extra conspiracy baggage, e.g., the "mud flood" and much more.

Q&A question: Are We Living in Satan’s Deception?

revelation Revelation 20 Satan revelation Revelation 20
Mike Winger idea 2024-02-23

Does Satan Know his End?: Does Satan know he is going to lose? People say, “Satan just wants to take as many people down with him as he can.” Does he/can he know Scripture?

Q&A question: Does Satan Know his End?

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Mike Winger idea 2024-04-05

Does Satan Have Power?: Is it a biblical idea that it's blasphemy to say that Satan has any power?

Q&A question: Does Satan Have Power?

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Mike Winger idea 2024-05-31

Does God Veil/Blind Understanding?: Why do we assume that 2 Corinthians 4:4 is not about God, but presumably about Satan? In the context of chapters 3 and 4, and also in other verses, we learn that God veils/blinds eyes (ex: John 12: 40, Romans 11:8).

Q&A question: Does God Veil/Blind Understanding?

2 Corinthians 4:4 Romans 11 John 12 2 Corinthians 4:4 Satan Romans 11
Mike Winger idea 2024-05-31

Responding Biblically to Idols: Was it biblical for the man in Iowa to destroy the Satanic Temple display at the state capitol last December? How should Christians respond to the public display of literal idols in our society?

Q&A question: Responding Biblically to Idols

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Mike Winger idea 2024-07-19

Jesus’ Deity in Scripture: In Luke 4:9-12, Satan uses the term "Son of God" yet Jesus responds with Deuteronomy 6: 16. Is this a possible claim that Christ is God, similarly to how He takes God's names for Himself?

Q&A question: Jesus’ Deity in Scripture

Luke 4:9-12 Jesus Satan Luke 4:9-12
Mike Winger idea 2024-07-26

Delivering Someone Over to Satan?: What does the Bible mean when it says to "deliver such a one over to Satan for the destruction of his flesh"?

Q&A question: Delivering Someone Over to Satan?

Satan
Mike Winger idea 2024-07-26

Temptations from the Flesh vs. the Enemy: Is it possible to discern between temptations that come from Satan and those that come from within due to the sinful desires of flesh?

Q&A question: Temptations from the Flesh vs. the Enemy

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