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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.

Episodes

Famous people being wrong about Christmas being Pagan

Someone should do a research paper about how gullible people are when it comes to believing that things are Pagan in origin. Hey, I used to think so too. I swallowed this stuff quite easily and didn't realize until years later that I had pointlessly criticized things I didn't understand. My website: https://BibleThinker.org

Dec 21, 20234 minEp. 741

Famous people being wrong about Christmas being Pagan

Someone should do a research paper about how gullible people are when it comes to believing that things are Pagan in origin. Hey, I used to think so too. I swallowed this stuff quite easily and didn't realize until years later that I had pointlessly criticized things I didn't understand. My website: https://BibleThinker.org

Dec 21, 20234 minEp. 741

"We Three Kings": the BAD and the GREAT

We three kings of orient are Bearing gifts we traverse afar Field and fountain Moor and mountain Following yonder star O star of wonder, star of night Star with royal beauty bright Westward leading, still proceeding Guide us to thy perfect light Born a King on Bethlehem's plain Gold I bring to crown Him again King for ever, ceasing never Over us all to reign Frankincense to offer have I Incense owns a Deity nigh Prayer and praising All men raising Worship Him, God most high Myrrh is mine It's bi...

Dec 20, 202311 minEp. 740

"We Three Kings": the BAD and the GREAT

We three kings of orient are Bearing gifts we traverse afar Field and fountain Moor and mountain Following yonder star O star of wonder, star of night Star with royal beauty bright Westward leading, still proceeding Guide us to thy perfect light Born a King on Bethlehem's plain Gold I bring to crown Him again King for ever, ceasing never Over us all to reign Frankincense to offer have I Incense owns a Deity nigh Prayer and praising All men raising Worship Him, God most high Myrrh is mine It's bi...

Dec 20, 202311 minEp. 740

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 112)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 1. 1:08 {Did God Command Sin?} In Genesis 22:2, God tested Abraham by asking him to sacrifice Isaac as a burnt offering. How can God ask men to do something that is sinful, and how could Abraham obey God’s direction to sin? 2. 19:11 {Proof of Virginity Required?} In Deuteronomy 22:13-21, why were the women to be stoned to death if they didn’t present proof of virginity? Was it the same for the men? 3. 25:30 {Keep All but 1 Commandment?} Why d...

Dec 15, 20231 hr 51 minEp. 739

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 112)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 1. 1:08 {Did God Command Sin?} In Genesis 22:2, God tested Abraham by asking him to sacrifice Isaac as a burnt offering. How can God ask men to do something that is sinful, and how could Abraham obey God’s direction to sin? 2. 19:11 {Proof of Virginity Required?} In Deuteronomy 22:13-21, why were the women to be stoned to death if they didn’t present proof of virginity? Was it the same for the men? 3. 25:30 {Keep All but 1 Commandment?} Why do Christians...

Dec 15, 20231 hr 51 minEp. 739

Does "Mary Did You Know?" Glorify Mary?

Mary, did you know that your baby boy Would one day walk on water? Mary, did you know that your baby boy Would save our sons and daughters? Did you know that your baby boy Has come to make you new? This child that you delivered, will soon deliver you Mary, did you know that your baby boy Will give sight to a blind man? Mary, did you know that your baby boy Will calm the storm with his hand? Did you know that your baby boy Has walked where angels trod? When you kiss your little baby You kiss the ...

Dec 14, 20236 minEp. 738

Does "Mary Did You Know?" Glorify Mary?

Mary, did you know that your baby boy Would one day walk on water? Mary, did you know that your baby boy Would save our sons and daughters? Did you know that your baby boy Has come to make you new? This child that you delivered, will soon deliver you Mary, did you know that your baby boy Will give sight to a blind man? Mary, did you know that your baby boy Will calm the storm with his hand? Did you know that your baby boy Has walked where angels trod? When you kiss your little baby You kiss the ...

Dec 14, 20236 minEp. 738

How O Holy Night is anti-slavery. Do you know how good this song is?

O Holy night! The stars are brightly shining It is the night of our dear Savior's birth Long lay the world in sin and error pining 'Til He appears and the soul felt its worth A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn Fall on your knees; O hear the Angel voices! O night divine, O night when Christ was born O night, O Holy night, O night divine! Led by the light of Faith serenely beaming With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand So led by light of a star ...

Dec 12, 20239 minEp. 737

How O Holy Night is anti-slavery. Do you know how good this song is?

O Holy night! The stars are brightly shining It is the night of our dear Savior's birth Long lay the world in sin and error pining 'Til He appears and the soul felt its worth A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices For yonder breaks a new and glorious morn Fall on your knees; O hear the Angel voices! O night divine, O night when Christ was born O night, O Holy night, O night divine! Led by the light of Faith serenely beaming With glowing hearts by His cradle we stand So led by light of a star ...

Dec 12, 20239 minEp. 737

Prophecy Update on The War in Israel

I'm not saying we can't look at current events through the lens of biblical prophecy. We absolutely can. I am saying that we need to curb our excitement by making sure that our interpretations of Scripture are accurate and our application of those interpretations to current events is both clearly indicated from Scripture and not malleable to fit any time period we happen to be living in. It would also go a long way for prophecy people to admit when their views are conjecture. My website: https:/...

Dec 08, 20236 minEp. 736

Prophecy Update on The War in Israel

I'm not saying we can't look at current events through the lens of biblical prophecy. We absolutely can. I am saying that we need to curb our excitement by making sure that our interpretations of Scripture are accurate and our application of those interpretations to current events is both clearly indicated from Scripture and not malleable to fit any time period we happen to be living in. It would also go a long way for prophecy people to admit when their views are conjecture. My website: https:/...

Dec 08, 20236 minEp. 736

Should Christians "trick" kids about Santa?

Complaints can be sent to me at https://BibleThinker.org Perhaps you have heard that Christmas is Pagan... yeah, that's not factual. While many Pagans delight themselves in the idea that Christians have coopted Christmas from them, it simply isn't the case. CLICK HERE for a video on that and the more genuine concern that Christmas is in danger of secularization and materialism.  Also, Christmas trees aren't Pagan either. And that is not what Jeremiah 10 is about. HERE'S A VIDEO showing that...

Dec 07, 20239 minEp. 735

Should Christians "trick" kids about Santa?

Complaints can be sent to me at https://BibleThinker.org Perhaps you have heard that Christmas is Pagan... yeah, that's not factual. While many Pagans delight themselves in the idea that Christians have coopted Christmas from them, it simply isn't the case. CLICK HERE for a video on that and the more genuine concern that Christmas is in danger of secularization and materialism. Also, Christmas trees aren't Pagan either. And that is not what Jeremiah 10 is about. HERE'S A VIDEO showing that peopl...

Dec 07, 20239 minEp. 735

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 111)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 1. 0:36 {A Misogynistic Bible Verse?} In Ecclesiastes 7:27-29, my fiancée who is new to Bible reading and study wondered why this verse sounded misogynistic. Do you have any ideas? 2. 22:42 {Reaching Atheist Children} I'm a new Christian from Islam. My son & daughter are like Richard Dawkins (atheist). What do you think would be the best way to give them the Gospel, short but clear? 3. 26:34 {Was Jesus’ Death Truly Sacrificial?} What is ...

Dec 01, 20231 hr 43 minEp. 734

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 111)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 1. 0:36 {A Misogynistic Bible Verse?} In Ecclesiastes 7:27-29, my fiancée who is new to Bible reading and study wondered why this verse sounded misogynistic. Do you have any ideas? 2. 22:42 {Reaching Atheist Children} I'm a new Christian from Islam. My son & daughter are like Richard Dawkins (atheist). What do you think would be the best way to give them the Gospel, short but clear? 3. 26:34 {Was Jesus’ Death Truly Sacrificial?} What is the biblical ...

Dec 01, 20231 hr 43 minEp. 734

Pt. 12: ALL The Debates Over 1 Tim 2:11-15: Women in Ministry Series (it took me a year to make this)

Time Stamp Map: 12:59 What this passage appears to be saying. 23:32 How egalitarians see the passage. 33:00 Was this just Paul's personal opinion? 1:02:50 The word "permit" shows this doesn't apply to us. 1:21:25 Paul has no jurisdiction over us. 1:32:07 This is about wives not women. 1:46:30 What does "quietly" mean? 2:05:30 Does the cult of Artemis change everything? 3:36:44 Is "have authority" a wrong translation? 8:03:15 The "Bunch of Female False Teachers" view. 9:14:32 Why does Paul appeal...

Nov 23, 202311 hr 25 minEp. 733

Pt. 12: ALL The Debates Over 1 Tim 2:11-15: Women in Ministry Series (it took me a year to make this)

Time Stamp Map: 12:59 What this passage appears to be saying. 23:32 How egalitarians see the passage. 33:00 Was this just Paul's personal opinion? 1:02:50 The word "permit" shows this doesn't apply to us. 1:21:25 Paul has no jurisdiction over us. 1:32:07 This is about wives not women. 1:46:30 What does "quietly" mean? 2:05:30 Does the cult of Artemis change everything? 3:36:44 Is "have authority" a wrong translation? 8:03:15 The "Bunch of Female False Teachers" view. 9:14:32 Why does Paul appeal...

Nov 23, 202311 hr 25 minEp. 733

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 110)

I'm Mike Winger and I think we've underestimated how amazing the Bible is. Every other Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific Time we do these live Q&As. Check back a bit after the stream for time stamps. To ask a question in a future session, just wait until after the stream has actually begun, type your question in the chat, and start it with a "Q" to help us identify it as a question.  I may have already answered your question. You can check the "Clip Search" feature HERE on my website to see if I...

Nov 18, 20231 hr 37 minEp. 732

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 110)

I'm Mike Winger and I think we've underestimated how amazing the Bible is. Every other Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific Time we do these live Q&As. Check back a bit after the stream for time stamps. To ask a question in a future session, just wait until after the stream has actually begun, type your question in the chat, and start it with a "Q" to help us identify it as a question. I may have already answered your question. You can check the "Clip Search" feature HERE on my website to see if I have....

Nov 18, 20231 hr 37 minEp. 732

Praying to Mary

Mary is blessed among women! Yet, I do not think she would appreciate all the exaltation people have tried to give her. This humble, faithful, blessed woman would likely redirect people to the Lord Jesus. My website: https://BibleThinker.org...

Nov 15, 20237 minEp. 731

Praying to Mary

Mary is blessed among women! Yet, I do not think she would appreciate all the exaltation people have tried to give her. This humble, faithful, blessed woman would likely redirect people to the Lord Jesus. My website: https://BibleThinker.org...

Nov 15, 20237 minEp. 731

Dealing with TROLLS who manipulate you with the Bible

Jesus did not always answer people on their own terms. It's understandable that we won't always do that either. It's not an issue of being unprepared or unwilling to share truth, but an issue of wisdom. My website: https://BibleThinker.org

Nov 10, 20235 minEp. 730

Dealing with TROLLS who manipulate you with the Bible

Jesus did not always answer people on their own terms. It's understandable that we won't always do that either. It's not an issue of being unprepared or unwilling to share truth, but an issue of wisdom. My website: https://BibleThinker.org

Nov 10, 20235 minEp. 730

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 109)

A rare Tuesday stream! I'm Mike Winger and I think we've underestimated how amazing the Bible is. Every other Friday at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time we do these live Q&As. To ask a question during a future stream, just wait until after the stream has actually begun, type your question into the chat (on YouTube), and start it with a "Q" to help us identify it as a question. I may have already answered your question. You can check the "Clip Search" feature HERE on my website to see if I have.  ...

Oct 17, 20231 hr 49 minEp. 729

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 109)

A rare Tuesday stream! I'm Mike Winger and I think we've underestimated how amazing the Bible is. Every other Friday at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time we do these live Q&As. To ask a question during a future stream, just wait until after the stream has actually begun, type your question into the chat (on YouTube), and start it with a "Q" to help us identify it as a question. I may have already answered your question. You can check the "Clip Search" feature HERE on my website to see if I have. Questi...

Oct 17, 20231 hr 49 minEp. 729

Youth pastor told her that her dad would NOT remember her in heaven.

While I don't know of any Scripture that clearly says we will not forget our lives before Heaven (and "not be brought to remembrance" doesn't mean "literally can't remember"), I do find that a number of verses as well as the logic of heavenly worship seem to imply we will remember.

Oct 04, 20236 minEp. 728

Youth pastor told her that her dad would NOT remember her in heaven.

While I don't know of any Scripture that clearly says we will not forget our lives before Heaven (and "not be brought to remembrance" doesn't mean "literally can't remember"), I do find that a number of verses as well as the logic of heavenly worship seem to imply we will remember.

Oct 04, 20236 minEp. 728

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 108)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 0:15 {When Should I NOT Take Communion?} When should a believer NOT take communion? Is finding myself repenting of the same sin over and over and having an ongoing struggle with the same sin a reason not to? 18:56 {Can A False Prophet Glorify God?} My parents sit under a pastor who claims to have a prophecy from God almost weekly. He preaches in Jesus’ name and glorifies God, but his prophecies are always totally wrong or incredibly vague. Can a ma...

Sep 29, 20231 hr 40 minEp. 727

20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 108)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 0:15 {When Should I NOT Take Communion?} When should a believer NOT take communion? Is finding myself repenting of the same sin over and over and having an ongoing struggle with the same sin a reason not to? 18:56 {Can A False Prophet Glorify God?} My parents sit under a pastor who claims to have a prophecy from God almost weekly. He preaches in Jesus’ name and glorifies God, but his prophecies are always totally wrong or incredibly vague. Can a man who ...

Sep 29, 20231 hr 40 minEp. 727
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