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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.

BibleThinker Mike Winger

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 27 Ratings

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.

    Pro-gay theology: "Leviticus doesn't count."

    Pro-gay theology: "Leviticus doesn't count."

    If God judged nations for these things when those nations never had the Law of Moses, then we really can't set it aside because the account of it is found in the Old Testament.
    My website: https://BibleThinker.org

    • 4 min
    What if this is Satanism in its final form?

    What if this is Satanism in its final form?

    Why make this video?
    Because I believe that this sort of teaching is going on in a lot more churches than many of us realize. Having the video out there may reach someone and deliver them from this movement. In addition, it helps to examine extreme examples of the most progressive teaching out there so that viewers can develop the ability to start recognizing that sort of teaching when it appears in more subtle forms. I don't make this video primarily for Jermell or his church, even though I hope it helps them. I have a much wider audience and impact in mind.
    Please do not harass Common Good Church or Jernell. If you must reach out to them (I am not trying to instigate a ton of people doing so), you need to have the wisdom, fortitude, and grace to do so as an ambassador of truth.
    LINKS:

    You can see the full, original video HERE (though I would not be surprised if they take it down)
    This is the video defending the doctrine of Penal Substitutionary Atonement against slogans like what we hear from Jermell: Click Here
    Thank you to Woke Preacher Clips for exposing this kind of false teaching. 

    I'm Mike Winger and my goal is to help people learn to think biblically about everything.
    My website: https://BibleThinker.org

    • 1 hr 1 min
    10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 8)

    10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 8)

    Welcome to the new weekly stream! 10 questions every Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific Time.
    Today I'll be discussing Andrew Tate and his wild claims about the Bible. The other 9 questions will come from the chat.
    Here's a link to a video with 9 minutes of footage showing Tate's issues.WARNING, this video has language and some inapropriate images. It's not for pop-consumption; It's evidence that some people need in order to avoid Tate's scams. Click Here to view.
    What is the Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? Click Here 
    Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:1. 0:08 {Andrew Tate vs. Scripture} Who is Andrew Tate, and do his views line up with the Bible?2. 35:07 {About Saul’s Motives} Was Saul's hostility toward the Jewish Christians based on his biblical beliefs, or was he really on a mission to achieve status considering his age prior to conversion and extreme actions?3. 41:25 {Can a Christian become Reprobate?} Is it possible for a Christian to become a reprobate? If so, can it still be undone? I don't know why, but God seems out of reach.4. 47:42 {Blaspheming the Spirit vs. the Son/Father} Why is the unforgivable sin described as blaspheming the Holy Spirit, as opposed to blaspheming the Son or the Father?5. 51:45 {Fulfilled or Unfilled Prophecy?} Has Zechariah 9:1-8 already been fulfilled? If not, is it possible that it is in the process of being fulfilled today?6. 56:08 {Is Jesus Presently “King”?} Is it right to call Jesus "king" since He has not yet set up His Millennial Kingdom on Earth (Revelation 20:4-6)?7. 1:01:48 {Reaching a Pagan Friend} I've got a Pagan friend. He believes that all the different gods exist, including the Abrahamic God, and that the Norse Pantheon is most worthy of worship. Any advice on reaching him?8. 1:07:58 {Marital Relations during Menstruation?} Is it a sin to have marital relations during the menstrual cycle? In Leviticus 18:19, 24-25, it indicates that this is an abomination. But Leviticus 15:24 puts it in the category of ritual uncleanness.9. 1:18:25 {Human Sacrifice in the OT?} I'm curious about how to handle 2 Samuel 21. This sounds very close to a form of human sacrifice to honor God.10. 1:27:45 {Do All Incorrect Secondary Views Warrant Repentance?} You said egalitarians need to repent (I agree). But do we apply that same response to other secondary issues such as Calvinism? That's higher on the list of secondary issues compared to egalitarianism vs. complementarianism.
    I’m Mike Winger and my goal is to help people think biblically about everything.My website: BibleThinker.org

    • 1 hr 37 min
    10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 7)

    10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 7)

    Welcome to the new weekly stream! 10 questions every Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific Time.
    Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
    1. 0:27 {About the Queen James Bible} What are your thoughts about the Queen James Bible, also known as the “Gay Bible”? Is this a blasphemous translation to be avoided, or did the QJV publishers have any linguistically valid reason to remove negative references to homosexuality from the Bible? Also, can the Holy Spirit still speak through heretical Bible translations?2. 26:36 {Should Christians Leave Ungodly Areas?} Does the Bible say Christians should relocate their family (especially with young kids), or stop having kids altogether if evil/injustice continues to grow in their community?3. 34:35 {Should We Only Help Others, Never Ourselves?} Is it a sin to help myself instead of others? I only know Scripture that tells me to give to others (Philippians). I'm often frustrated when I'm forced to help others when I need time myself.4. 38:10 {Why is Only a Single Creator Obvious?} What about creation makes a singular Creator obvious, as Paul suggests? What keeps us from concluding that multiple deities created the different aspects of the universe?5. 43:15 {What to Do if Your Pastor is Female} I've watched your Women in Ministry series and come to basically the same conclusions you have. However, I'm part of a church with a female lead pastor. How do I handle this?6. 47:25 {Paul’s Hands vs. Jesus’ Hands} “These hands” provided for Paul in Acts 20:34 NKJV & ESV. But “…of mine” (i.e., “these hands of mine”) is in some translations such as NIV & NET. Is Paul referring to Jesus’ hands or his OWN hands?7. 54:55 {Are Angels Purely Spiritual, Not Physical?} How can we know that angels are spiritual beings and not potentially physical beings? Some people say they're spiritual and do not have reproductive organs (since Jesus said they're not given in marriage).8. 58:12 {When Parents are Difficult} How does one biblically deal with an oppressive (but not abusive) parent? Lately they have been really stressed, anxious, and far from God. I’m not sure if they are truly a Christian.9. 1:00:53 {Navigating a Difficult Marital Situation} Am I dishonoring God if I initiate separation? I’ve been married for over 12 years, always rocky. I've begged for counseling, but my husband (professing believer) said he'd pick divorce first. He says he no longer loves me.10. 1:05:20 {Was Josiah Being Prideful?} In 2 Chronicles 35:20-27, should Josiah have realized that it was God speaking (some suggest he was prideful)?
    LINKS:

    THE FINAL VIDEO in the Women in Ministry series is right here. This serves as both a summary of all the Bible teaches on the topic as well as answering all the questions about application that people have been asking for.
    Here's a playlist with other content I have related to the topic of LGBT ideology and Bible interpretation.
    This is the video where I talk about the Nephilim and "Sons of God."
    Everything the Bible says about Divorce and Remarriage: Click Here.

    I’m Mike Winger and my goal is to help people think biblically about everything.My website: BibleThinker.org

    • 1 hr 11 min
    10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 6)

    10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 6)

    Welcome to the new weekly stream! 10 questions every Friday at 1 p.m. Pacific Time.
    Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:0:00 - Intro1. 4:41 {Has Anyone Seen God?} John 1:18 tells us, “No man has seen God at any time…” but in Genesis 32:30, Jacob says, “I have seen God face to face and my life is preserved.” Which is it? 2. 19:19 {Are we Equal with God in Heaven?} My wife had a question I did not know how to answer: If we are perfected at the end of time and perfect in God's presence, how are we not then equal with God? We realize that we will not be greater than God, but I am not sure how to explain this subject.3. 22:35 {Godly Womanhood/Biblical Femininity} How does godly womanhood differ from godly manhood outside of marriage? How do we define biblical femininity, especially for the unmarried woman? Does discipleship look different for women?4. 30:13 {The LXX More Reliable for Typology?} Is the Septuagint more reliable for finding Jesus in the Old Testament? S. Douglas Woodward & others say that messianic passages & timelines in the Masoretic Text were altered in 2nd century to keep Jews from converting to Christianity.5. 35:52 {Effectively Caring for the Homeless} How are we expected to help homeless people in our modern culture? Are we still expected to invite strangers into our very homes as they did in Bible times?6. 42:35 {Must We Have an Eschatological View?} Do you think it is important to have a view on eschatology? Can we just all agree that one day, if we believe in Jesus and what He did on the cross and abide in Him, that we will go to Heaven?7. 47:34 {When was the Old Covenant in Effect?} Hebrews 8:13 says that the Old Covenant is becoming obsolete and about to disappear. Does this mean the Old Covenant was still in effect at the time this book was written?8. 54:03 {Should Unequally Yoked Believers Bear Children?} I'm married to an unbeliever. I regret it and I worry that I’ve jeopardized my son's salvation! Would it be better not to have any more children in my “ungodly” marriage even though we'd like to have more?9. 1:01:02 {Jesus Leaves & Advocate Comes – Modalism?} Why is the Advocate unable to come unless Jesus leaves (John 16:7)? Why does this not imply Modalism?10. 1:05:41 {Believing in God but Not the Bible} How do I bring the Gospel to someone who believes there is a God, but rejects the Bible? My mom doesn’t believe God gave us the Bible and thinks that Christianity is man-made.
    1:13:26 BONUS Q! What's your favorite video game?
    LINKS:

    Who is the Angel of the LORD in the Old Testament? Click Here
    THE FINAL VIDEO in the Women in Ministry series is right here. This serves as both a summary of all the Bible teaches on the topic as well as answering all the questions about application that people have been asking for. 
    What the book of Acts teaches about Gentiles and Jews observing the Law: Click Here
    Evidence for the Bible (playlist): Click Here
    How Psalm 22 is prophecy of Jesus (with objections answered): Click Here
    Natasha Crain’s excellent content helping parents raise Christian kids: Click Here

    I’m Mike Winger and my goal is to help people think biblically about everything.
    My website: BibleThinker.org

    • 1 hr 17 min
    Pt. 13: Everything Women Can and Can't Do According to the Bible: Women in Ministry Series

    Pt. 13: Everything Women Can and Can't Do According to the Bible: Women in Ministry Series

    Timestamps0:00:00 Intro0:02:16 Why I refused to talk about this for years0:06:38 What are Egalitarian, Complementarian, and Patriarchal?0:15:00 I have over 40 hours of teaching on this debate0:16:57 What you can expect today0:18:46 What surprised me the most about this research project0:22:33 The growing tide of egalitarianism0:26:05 Egalitarians are right but still wrong0:26:55 Comps and Pats are wrong but still right0:28:07 This is a secondary/family issue but it’s worth arguing over0:30:03 We bypass the Bible0:33:49 Three things you need to believe when you study this issue0:34:49 THE THREE PILLARS: Solid truths that should not be debated0:35:26 Pillar #1: Male headship and female submission in marriage0:47:26 Pillar #2: Elders positions and functions are for men only1:01:03 Pillar #3: Women’s status as image bearers and sons of God is inviolable1:26:00 The 3 pillars summarized1:27:24 The big question: How far should we draw out the application beyond marriage and eldership?1:35:49 My interpretive methodology of “rules and examples” explained1:40:12 An example of a good wife rebelling against her husband.1:44:15 Quick summary of the impact of letting biblical examples help us apply gender rules.1:47:12 Women in government: Deborah breaks the strongest patriarchal view.1:52:37 Are women in government some lofty ideal?1:53:32 Women bosses/employers.1:56:56 Queens had some authority that men were told to yield to.1:58:39 Should men have a resistant attitude toward women in positions of authority?1:59:20 Should women vote?2:01:28 The Bible is not limiting all women from all authority over all men2:01:59 Women being “homemakers”2:11:08 Am I saying there is no application outside marriage and church?2:12:09 Scripture refutes modern gender values.2:15:23 We should embrace these gender stereotypes.2:19:17 Negative stereotypes to reject.2:21:20 What do we do in our society that kicks against God’s design?2:23:18 What would I say to a young woman who is looking at family and career options?2:23:53 SUMMARY of how to apply biblical principles in society, outside of ministry and marriage2:29:09 What detailed guidelines do we have for women in ministry?2:29:44 what is an elder/pastor?2:37:50 What’s wrong with using “pastor” for people who aren’t biblical elders?2:43:32 What is a deacon? 2:53:22 The two simple principles guiding us regarding women in ministry.2:55:01 Can women be church ushers?2:56:23 What about serving in tech and media ministry?2:56:47 What about being a children’s ministry teacher?2:57:13 What about food ministry?2:57:22 What about unofficial teaching moments?2:59:15 What about women evangelizing men?3:00:28 What about “stage evangelism” like Greg Laurie?3:01:46 What about women theologians?3:06:08 What about being in seminary classes?3:07:53 A woman theologian who writes a book on theology that men read?3:12:19 Running a podcast or YouTube channel?3:17:00 Women’s ministries and weak women3:18:07 Women prophesying in mixed gathering?3:22:17 Doing church announcements?3:22:47 Leading in prayer congregationally?3:23:48 Any ministry that isn’t to adult men?3:24:43 When does a boy become a man?3:30:03 Being a leader and teacher in youth ministry?3:32:16 Women teaching men and women outside of the church setting?3:37:09 Teaching in church apart from the Sunday pulpit?3:41:00 Teaching in church from the Sunday morning pulpit?3:48:01 Women worship leaders?3:51:41 Leading ministries to children with men under their authority?3:53

    • 4 hrs 21 min

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Mike, I love your podcast! I have been listening for over a year and have thoroughly enjoyed your insightful teaching through Mark, as well as your regular 20 Questions podcasts. I always learn so much and I’ve been a Christian practically my whole life. Your gentle and respectful manner is especially valued, as you truly do ‘speak the truth in love’ without shaving off any hard edges. I literally tell all my Christian (and sometimes non-Christian) friends and family to listen to you. Thank you, thank you for the work you’re doing to make disciples.

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