Filter results by source database — Scripture Commentary, Theology, Mike Winger, or Pulpit. Click a tab to narrow to one database.

...more
All (7) Mike Winger (7)
Mike Winger idea 2018-10-17

Sexual sin is categorically worse than non-sexual sins according to 1 Corinthians 6, and comparing homosexuality to gluttony as though they are equivalent misuses the 'all sin is the same' argument.

Mike addresses a common rhetorical move in contemporary Christian discourse where sexual ethics are deflected by invoking other common sins.

1 Corinthians 6 1 Corinthians 6 hierarchy of sin sexual sin
Mike Winger idea 2018-12-05

Sexual sins carry a unique spiritual weight — they involve the body in a mystical union

Q&A question about whether homosexuality is 'denying Christ' and how it ranks among sins.

1 Corinthians sexual sin homosexuality 1 Corinthians
Mike Winger idea 2020-09-18

What does the Bible teach on masturbation? — No direct address; biblical principles of lust, self-gratification, and marital fidelity apply

Question from Arvin Marlow.

marriage singleness biblical ethics
Mike Winger idea 2021-04-30

Gluttony is an underaddressed sin in the American church; fasting is a practical corrective; no need for strict calorie counting.

Question 18 about how to avoid gluttony and whether strict calorie limits are legalistic.

1 Corinthians 6 1 Corinthians 6 self-control spiritual disciplines
Mike Winger idea 2021-10-22

About Forgiveness of Unconfessed Sin: Are you forgiven or held accountable for the sins you’re not aware of and don’t repent of? For example: gluttony, laziness, or even getting mad at someone and later forgetting about it.

Q&A question: About Forgiveness of Unconfessed Sin

forgiveness
Mike Winger idea 2022-05-06

Struggling with Repeated Sin: There are sins listed in 1 Corinthians 6 that seem to send people to Hell. I struggle often with gluttony and anger. I repent, but I fall back into it often. What’s the difference?

Q&A question: Struggling with Repeated Sin

1 Corinthians 6 1 Corinthians 6 hell
Mike Winger idea 2024-04-26

Are Eating Challenges Sinful?: Could you talk a little on what is and is not gluttony? Is it just eating more than you need to, or is there more involved (i.e., eating challenges)?

Q&A question: Are Eating Challenges Sinful?