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BibleThinker

Mike Wingerbiblethinker.org
Learn to think biblically about everything! Teaching theology, apologetics, and verse-by-verse Bible studies. Mike Winger teaches with clarity, doesn't shy away from controversial topics, and always seeks to teach the Bible accurately. This podcast will equip you to know and defend the Christian faith and understand the Bible in a deeper way.
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Episodes

Should Churches Tithe Money To Israel? Romans 15:22-33

This passage brings up a variety of issues which we cover one at a time. Some pastors think this passage means that churches should be tithing to the state of Israel. What it really teaches us about giving is quite helpful in making decisions about your own budget as well as how the church takes care of the poor. We also learn about how to make good decisions when you don’t know exactly what the Holy Spirit is guiding you to do, using Paul as our example.

Apr 09, 201847 min

Should Churches Tithe Money To Israel? Romans 15:22-33

This passage brings up a variety of issues which we cover one at a time. Some pastors think this passage means that churches should be tithing to the state of Israel. What it really teaches us about giving is quite helpful in making decisions about your own budget as well as how the church takes care of the poor. We also learn about how to make good decisions when you don’t know exactly what the Holy Spirit is guiding you to do, using Paul as our example.

Apr 09, 201847 minEp. 530

Skeptics Respond To The Evidence For The Resurrection of Jesus

Here's some links you may want... My full presentation on the resurrection of Jesus - CLICK HERE A lot of good stuff on the evidence for the resurrection - CLICK HERE  Some of the debates or other vids that I watched where you can hear the skeptics react to the evidence... Dan Barker Matt Dillahunty Sam Harris Bart Ehrman How do skeptics respond to the evidential case for the resurrection of Jesus? We will look at Bart Ehrman, Dan Barker, Richard Carrier, Sam Harris, Dan Barker, and Matt Di...

Mar 27, 201856 min

Skeptics Respond To The Evidence For The Resurrection of Jesus

Here's some links you may want... My full presentation on the resurrection of Jesus - CLICK HERE A lot of good stuff on the evidence for the resurrection - CLICK HERE Some of the debates or other vids that I watched where you can hear the skeptics react to the evidence... Dan Barker Matt Dillahunty Sam Harris Bart Ehrman How do skeptics respond to the evidential case for the resurrection of Jesus? We will look at Bart Ehrman, Dan Barker, Richard Carrier, Sam Harris, Dan Barker, and Matt Dillahun...

Mar 27, 201856 min

The Most Untapped Resource in Christianity: Romans 15:14-21

So important. So simple. The thing that the church needs is for the member of the body of Christ to step out into serving one another with boldness. God gives us the Holy Spirit and uses us to be a blessing to one another in countless ways and the Bible is telling us to step out into those giftings. Pastors aren’t the only ones with a ministry! I hope and pray this Bible study encourages, and admonishes you to step out.

Mar 26, 201843 min

The Most Untapped Resource in Christianity: Romans 15:14-21

So important. So simple. The thing that the church needs is for the member of the body of Christ to step out into serving one another with boldness. God gives us the Holy Spirit and uses us to be a blessing to one another in countless ways and the Bible is telling us to step out into those giftings. Pastors aren’t the only ones with a ministry! I hope and pray this Bible study encourages, and admonishes you to step out.

Mar 26, 201843 min

Responding to Catholic Apologists on Purgatory

Examining the passage most often quoted by Catholic apologists to defend the doctrine of purgatory. 1 Corinthians 3 is quoted by Tim Staples and Jimmy Akin of Catholic Answers. It's even quote by pope Benedict in his 2007 encyclical "Spe Salvi." We are going to examine the passage thoughtfully to see what it really says.

Mar 20, 20181 hr 3 min

Responding to Catholic Apologists on Purgatory

Examining the passage most often quoted by Catholic apologists to defend the doctrine of purgatory. 1 Corinthians 3 is quoted by Tim Staples and Jimmy Akin of Catholic Answers. It's even quote by pope Benedict in his 2007 encyclical "Spe Salvi." We are going to examine the passage thoughtfully to see what it really says.

Mar 20, 20181 hr 3 min

The Debate Over James 2: Catholic or Protestant View

Catholics, JWs and Mormons all agree about James 2. And this is why they are wrong. Please consider these points thoughtfully as we reason through the passage that everyone is fighting over.

Mar 13, 20181 hr 6 min

The Debate Over James 2: Catholic or Protestant View

Catholics, JWs and Mormons all agree about James 2. And this is why they are wrong. Please consider these points thoughtfully as we reason through the passage that everyone is fighting over.

Mar 13, 20181 hr 6 minEp. 543

Why was Jesus a Jew? Romans 15:8-13

As we continue our verse by verse teaching through Romans we will look at several topics today. Learn why Jesus came. Why He was a Jew. What Jewish expectations of the Messiah. How the New Testament uses Old Testament Messianic prophecy. How hope comes from belief and is assured by fulfilled prophecy and the knowledge of the character of God. All that and more in this verse by verse teaching through Romans 15:8-13 Teacher: Mike Winger Web site – https://biblethinker.org Podcast – BibleThinker: w...

Mar 12, 201849 min

Why was Jesus a Jew? Romans 15:8-13

As we continue our verse by verse teaching through Romans we will look at several topics today. Learn why Jesus came. Why He was a Jew. What Jewish expectations of the Messiah. How the New Testament uses Old Testament Messianic prophecy. How hope comes from belief and is assured by fulfilled prophecy and the knowledge of the character of God. All that and more in this verse by verse teaching through Romans 15:8-13 Teacher: Mike Winger Web site – https://biblethinker.org Podcast – BibleThinker: w...

Mar 12, 201849 min

Former JWs Share Their Story: Simon and Maria

Leaving the Watchtower cost them everyone they knew and loved. But they say it was worth it! Listen to their story of discovery, trial, fear, frustration, and liberation! Please consider supporting Simon and Maria as they post videos on their YouTube channel trying to help others.

Mar 06, 20181 hr 32 min

Former JWs Share Their Story: Simon and Maria

Leaving the Watchtower cost them everyone they knew and loved. But they say it was worth it! Listen to their story of discovery, trial, fear, frustration, and liberation! Please consider supporting Simon and Maria as they post videos on their YouTube channel trying to help others.

Mar 06, 20181 hr 32 min

Pop-Atheism and Its Problems

Pop-atheism has a fatal flaw! Let’s analyze some of the thinking and tactics that go into this very popular atheistic method of scoffing as if it were a way of discovering truth. We’ll look at some clips from Ricky Gervais and critique modern pop-atheism.  

Feb 27, 20181 hr 10 min

Pop-Atheism and Its Problems

Pop-atheism has a fatal flaw! Let’s analyze some of the thinking and tactics that go into this very popular atheistic method of scoffing as if it were a way of discovering truth. We’ll look at some clips from Ricky Gervais and critique modern pop-atheism.

Feb 27, 20181 hr 10 min

Blood Transfusions: Facts, Fictions and Fractions - Refuting The Watchtower

I will show why blood transfusions are biblically and medically good! We will look at specific watchtower teachings on this issue as well as examining what the Bible and medicine say about blood transfusions. This link is about medical statistics of how many JWs die each year from the Watchtower blood policy: http://www.ajwrb.org/jehovahs-witnesses-and-blood-tens-of-thousands-dead-in-hidden-tragedy More links for additional research: https://www.jwfacts.com/watchtower/blood-transfusions.php http...

Feb 21, 201845 min

Blood Transfusions: Facts, Fictions and Fractions - Refuting The Watchtower

I will show why blood transfusions are biblically and medically good! We will look at specific watchtower teachings on this issue as well as examining what the Bible and medicine say about blood transfusions. This link is about medical statistics of how many JWs die each year from the Watchtower blood policy: http://www.ajwrb.org/jehovahs-witnesses-and-blood-tens-of-thousands-dead-in-hidden-tragedy More links for additional research: https://www.jwfacts.com/watchtower/blood-transfusions.php http...

Feb 21, 201845 min

Unity is more important than we realize. Romans 15:1-7

Christian unity is massively important. This passage teaches us how to have Christian unity when we don’t agree about everything. One of the most amazing truths we will see in this verse by verse teaching through Romans 15 is that unity isn’t just about you getting along with other Christians. It’s about the glory of God! Last week’s message in Romans 14 can be found here (this gives the context for Romans 15) https://youtu.be/wi1Claoj1Uk Check out the whole Romans playlist here. https://www.you...

Feb 19, 201841 min

Unity is more important than we realize. Romans 15:1-7

Christian unity is massively important. This passage teaches us how to have Christian unity when we don’t agree about everything. One of the most amazing truths we will see in this verse by verse teaching through Romans 15 is that unity isn’t just about you getting along with other Christians. It’s about the glory of God! Last week’s message in Romans 14 can be found here (this gives the context for Romans 15) https://youtu.be/wi1Claoj1Uk Check out the whole Romans playlist here. https://www.you...

Feb 19, 201841 min

What you need to know about your convictions: Romans 14

Is alcohol sinful? How about tattoos, movies, music, the Sabbath, or food? We have got to get biblical when it comes to our convictions. Biblical in our understanding of whether or not these things are sinful and biblical in how we treat those who disagree with us. This verse by verse teaching through Romans 14 will give real clarity to the issue of your convictions and how to treat others who differ. You’ll also find out what is meant by “the one who is weak in faith” and what is meant by “what...

Feb 12, 201846 min

What you need to know about your convictions: Romans 14

Is alcohol sinful? How about tattoos, movies, music, the Sabbath, or food? We have got to get biblical when it comes to our convictions. Biblical in our understanding of whether or not these things are sinful and biblical in how we treat those who disagree with us. This verse by verse teaching through Romans 14 will give real clarity to the issue of your convictions and how to treat others who differ. You’ll also find out what is meant by “the one who is weak in faith” and what is meant by “what...

Feb 12, 201846 min

Christians Need To Wake Up! Romans 13:11-14

Christians need a wake up call! To cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light! Thank God for this wonderful passage of scripture in Romans 13:11-14 that we are studying verse by verse. Learn about the armor of light. Learn about eschatology and how it changes the way we live today.

Feb 04, 201857 min

Christians Need To Wake Up! Romans 13:11-14

Christians need a wake up call! To cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light! Thank God for this wonderful passage of scripture in Romans 13:11-14 that we are studying verse by verse. Learn about the armor of light. Learn about eschatology and how it changes the way we live today.

Feb 04, 201857 min

I Think I Have Proof That Mormonism Is Not True

This is not just conjecture. We have actual evidence that Joseph Smith was lying to Mormons when he invented his new "scripture," the Book of Abraham. This is proof that Mormonism is not true. The book of Abraham was not translated, it was fabricated. Here is the evidence. Share this video so that more people can be set free from the tangled lies of Joseph Smith. Mormons are the victims of Mormonism and we can show them love by showing them the truth so they can put faith in Jesus for real. LINK...

Jan 31, 201843 min

I Think I Have Proof That Mormonism Is Not True

This is not just conjecture. We have actual evidence that Joseph Smith was lying to Mormons when he invented his new "scripture," the Book of Abraham. This is proof that Mormonism is not true. The book of Abraham was not translated, it was fabricated. Here is the evidence. Share this video so that more people can be set free from the tangled lies of Joseph Smith. Mormons are the victims of Mormonism and we can show them love by showing them the truth so they can put faith in Jesus for real. LINK...

Jan 31, 201843 min

What The Bible Teaches About Borrowing: Romans 13:8-14

What exactly does the Bible teach about the morality of debt and wisdom in money matters. Does "owe no one anything" reflect a moral rule on what the Bible teaches about borrowing? Or is it really about something different? This and more in today's verse by verse Bible study through Romans 13:8-14. Continuing our study through the book of Romans and trying to learn how to think biblically about everything. Upload schedule: Monday's 5pm PST: Bible Teaching Tuesday's 5pm PST: Theology and Apologet...

Jan 29, 201842 min

What The Bible Teaches About Borrowing: Romans 13:8-14

What exactly does the Bible teach about the morality of debt and wisdom in money matters. Does "owe no one anything" reflect a moral rule on what the Bible teaches about borrowing? Or is it really about something different? This and more in today's verse by verse Bible study through Romans 13:8-14. Continuing our study through the book of Romans and trying to learn how to think biblically about everything. Upload schedule: Monday's 5pm PST: Bible Teaching Tuesday's 5pm PST: Theology and Apologet...

Jan 29, 201842 min
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