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20 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 113)

465K views · Dec 29, 2023 · Education

Mike Winger

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@sarahfaith316 · 2 years ago (edited) · pinned
Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM">0:00</a> - Intro 1. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=4">0:04</a> {Which Denomination is True?} Why are there over 30,000 Christian denominations all claiming to be the “true Christians”? Which one should I follow, and why? 2. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=1517">25:17</a> {Was Jesus Only Condemning the Religious?} I often hear people saying that Jesus was speaking to and condemning the religious only, not speaking to the world. How would you respond to this sentiment? 3. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=1721">28:41</a> {Punished for Adam’s Sin?} Are we guilty of the sin of Adam and Eve? If so, isn’t it unjust for God hold us accountable for something we had no part of (Ezekiel 18, Romans 5: 12)? 4. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=1906">31:46</a> {Worship Only Services?} When it comes to a church service, would it be appropriate on occasion to just have worship instead of both worship and the Word preached? Should it always be both? 5. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2056">34:16</a> {Three Dippings during Baptism?} What are your thoughts on “Trine Immersion” during baptism, specifically three dippings? Is it justified in Matthew 28: 19? 6. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2222">37:02</a> {Repentant but Still Rejected} I was rejected by my church because of my behavior, PTSD & my mouth. They didn’t excommunicate me but stopped talking to me/started ignoring me. I’ve repented, apologized, and begged but they still ignore me. It has left me feeling flawed & unloved. What would Scripture tell me about my situation? 7. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2422">40:22</a> {Is God Deterministic?} If Jesus in the Old Testament was intentional by God, does that mean that God is sometimes deterministic? For example, did God orchestrate Joseph’s life? 8. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2542">42:22</a> {How to “Build Up” One Another} What does “building others up” with your words really mean? Does it mean that you should compliment people and just say nice things to them? Does it mean more, or something entirely different? 9. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2656">44:16</a> {Why Ask for Forgiveness?} If we are saved by faith alone, why are there so many prayers asking that our sins be forgiven, when by faith we know that they have been? Thank You 10. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2709">45:09</a> {Should We Limit our Fun?} I read my Bible every day and pray, but I feel guilty when I engage in a hobby or have “fun.” Is there a limit to the amount of fun one can have in a day? 11. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2742">45:42</a> {Jesus Just an Ordinary Prophet?} Why did Jesus refer to Himself as a prophet in Luke 13: 33 and not the Son of God? Wouldn't that be putting Himself on the same level as regular prophets when He was in fact elevated? 12. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=2931">48:51</a> {Life on Other Planets = Abiogenesis?} If basic organisms are discovered on other planets, would that prove abiogenesis and prove evolution? 13. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=3257">54:17</a> {Should we “Sin Boldly”?} Martin Luther has a quote that says “sin boldly.” I’ve heard he meant don’t be afraid of sinning and do so boldly knowing it has been paid for, but I feel that this is dangerous. Your thoughts? 14. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=3402">56:42</a> {Mortal & Venial Sins?} 1 John 5: 16-17 seems to support the Roman Catholic understanding of mortal and venial sins. Is that the proper interpretation of this verse, and if not, how should we understand sin and the death it causes? 15. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=3639">1:00:39</a> {Why Follow Any of the OT?} What would you say to the objection that “if we don't follow the old covenant anymore, why should we care about Leviticus 18”? 16. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=3932">1:05:32</a> {How to Rejoice and Weep With Others} Since both good and bad things happen in the body of Christ daily, how can we accurately practice Romans 12: 15? 17. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=4102">1:08:22</a> {Has the HS Been Left Out?} Why is the Holy Spirit not mentioned in the greetings of Paul, and why He is left out in such statements like 1 Corinthians 8:6? 18. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=4333">1:12:13</a> {The Granville Sharp’s Rule} How reliable is the Granville Sharp's rule? Is it implemented outside of New Testament writings? 19. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=4417">1:13:37</a> {The “Secret Sauce” to Fasting} Please help me with how to fast. I am praying for a friend’s salvation and protection from some dark things. I know that’s not a lot of info, but I want to know if there is a secret sauce to fasting. 20. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLF0aFNjWbM&t=4686">1:18:06</a> {The Heartache of an Unbelieving Family} I'm the only Christian in my whole biological family. How do I not despair at the fact that they're all headed to Hell as it stands? It’s leading me to doubt the goodness of God.
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@nothanksplease · 2 years ago
Please pray for me.
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@XxAlex530xX · 2 years ago
I got baptized yesterday! 😊
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@TVHouseHistorian · 2 years ago
My pastor (non-denominational, ordained Calvary Chapel) tells us frequently: "My job is to rightly-divide the word of truth. YOUR job is to fact check me, because I'm human too, and I. make mistakes." And people do fact check him - especially the board of Deacons he has around him who hold the power to push him out the door in a split second if he tries pushing anything weird. I like that.
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@zachbattles9762 · 2 years ago
Great coverage of denominations & strategies for finding a good church! I think that, when church hunting, the denomination names are like the sections of a library: History, Romance, Adventure, Biography, etc. Big broad brushes that give a teeny tiny bit of insight into what they're about. It can also help you know generally how liturgical the church is, whether they use wine or juice in Communion, baptism practices, etc. Methodists, for example, will almost always have congregational responsive readings, so if those are uncomfortable to you, probably don't start by checking out the Methodist churches. So, for me, I usually look at the ones I'm most familiar with then move towards the less familiar. For me that would be Baptist, Presbyterian, Methodist, Non-denominational, Lutheran, then everything else. Why is Non-denominational so low? It truly isn't because I think they're bad; they're just unknown & it feels deliberately unhelpful. They're the unshelved book on a random table in the library lobby - could be anything good or bad. But thankfully we can do a decent amount of research on the church website, online sermons, etc. I like to see how they describe themselves & what they're doing - are they self-focused? Christ-focused? Program focused? All these can be commendable or red flags. Then make a plan to visit the ones you think look good. Don't go many weeks in succession to begin, but get your first impression, then see another one. Then, after you've seen a few, go back to the ones you like. If one stands out, attend regularly. If they have a class for potential new members, go to that. It can really help you see the nuts & bolts of that particular church's workings & focus. And if you love the church & the people, even with the little quibbles you'll doubtless have, then join! Publicly associate with the church for accountability & discipleship! 🎉 Just as individuals have their own quirks & virtues, each church body has its own charms & challenges, regardless of their denominational title. As the only way to know a person is to meet them, so the only way to know a church is to meet with them in worship. Thank you for your insights and thank anyone who read this lengthy comment 😅 May you all grow continually in Christ.
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@timbeauxclary · 2 years ago (edited)
Thank you so much for not being a "money-grubber" !  I am so turned off by "ministries" that beg for donations.  I subscribed to your channel when you had about 3K.  It has been a joy to see your ministry expand geometrically.
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@gracew4194 · 2 years ago (edited)
Mike, I have been absolutely on fire for the Lord since finding your channel. I didn't even realize how luke warm I was before. You have helped me ne truly understand the Word so much better and it has made my love for the Lord flourish. Thank you so much for letting the Lord use you in such a profound way. Im so grateful for your ministry. In another note this has been one if the most trying years of my life and I pray that next year will be better for us both and for everyone else. God bless you 🙏✝️😊
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@spacecoastz4026 · 2 years ago (edited)
I went from Catholic to Baptist...and it's like going from religion to Christianity.  Our church has a pamphlet for new/perspective members that discloses its biblical beliefs, the church structure, member expectations, etc.
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@FronteirWolf · 2 years ago
My mum was raised Baptist, and is now Methodist, I was raised Methodist and I now go to a Presbyterian church. The main difference I notice with the Presbyterian church is that you don't get a new minister every 5 to 7 years there.
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@susanbender6029 · 2 years ago
Pastor Mike, thank you for taking the time to do this video when you were not feeling well.  Through the years since I found your channel, you have continued to answer with honesty, knowledge, and sensitivity.    May God bless you and your family throughout 2024.  Thank you.
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@donthomas1 · 7 months ago
Hank brother I don't normally ask for prayers but these migraines are killing me not literally but they hurt and happens several times a day. Please ask the Lord for comfort and strength. And maybe some relief. Thanks bro God bless you and your family
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@aftp4i94 · 2 years ago
I grew up in a very Catholic family. As an adult, I started having questions and reservations about certain doctrines (especially papal infallibility) and conduct of the earthly leadership of the church. I felt there was disconnection between what was actually in the Bible and what the Catholic Church taught. To me, it seemed that any church that wasn't a biblical teaching one wasn't a church I wanted part of. Jesus always was and always will be my lord and saviour. So I  prayed, started to re-read my Bible, and started to look for a new church. It was a very difficult process. I  live in an extremely liberal city (think worse than San Francisco), and many of 'churches' here reflect it in their words and deeds. As a Catholic, I didn't know much about the other half of Christianity, and the plethora of denominations didn't help ease my apprehensions. Eventually, I found a biblical centred/teaching/living church. It is an independent evangelical church that I later discovered had a sizable minority of Catholic and Anglican 'refugees' who, like me, wanted to be part of a Bible centred/teaching/living fellowship.
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