10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 11)

Apr 19, 2024

Mike Winger, a Christian apologist and content creator known for his engaging theological discussions, tackles challenging questions about spiritual discernment. He explores how to distinguish between the Holy Spirit's guidance and deceptive influences while discussing the biblical meanings of concepts like 'energy.' Winger also dives into the nuances of transubstantiation and the prophetic implications of tongues. Additionally, he addresses the qualifications for pastoral roles, emphasizing the importance of personal faith in leadership.

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Intro

00:00 • 7min

Discerning Spiritual Influences

07:15 • 22min

Energy and Luck: A Biblical Perspective

29:27 • 10min

Theological Insights on the Eucharist

39:06 • 32min

Nuances of Scriptural Quotations

01:11:03 • 4min

Navigating Grief and Salvation

01:14:52 • 9min

Emphasizing Resourcefulness and Biblical Reflection

01:23:57 • 6min

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1. 1:32 {Discerning the Spirit’s Voice} Is the confirmation of the Holy Spirit distinguishable from an evil demon or psychological self-deception?
2. 29:50 {Do We Give Off “Energy”?} Is “energy” in the esoteric form of the word biblical? I was recently told in a Christian forum that I was “giving off [blank] energy.” Is this biblical?
3. 36:36 {Who will Sit on the Thrones?} In Matthew 19:28, Jesus states the 12 disciples will sit on 12/24 thrones in the regeneration. In Revelation 4:4, 24 elders are sitting on the thrones. Who are the other 12?
4. 39:08 {Proof of Transubstantiation?} If Jesus identifies Himself as “the Word” and Ezekiel literally ate the Word of God (Ezekiel 3:1-3), is this a good case for Ezekiel being an analogy to the Catholic transubstantiation of the Eucharist being true?
5. 47:28 {Tongues/Prophecy for Believers or Unbelievers?} Can you please explain 1 Corinthians 14:22-24? Verse 22 states that tongues are a sign for unbelievers, and prophecy is for believers. But vv. 23 and 24 then go on to, seemingly, describe the exact opposite.
6. 50:57 {God’s Name in Vain} What does it mean to not mention God's name in vain?
7. 56:13 {The Spirit With, In & Upon Us} When David is anointed in 1 Samuel 16, the Bible says that “the Spirit of the Lord rushed upon David from that day forward.” How would this be similar or different from us receiving the Spirit now?
8. 1:00:32 {Can a Pastor’s Wife be an Unbeliever?} Do the qualifications for pastors/elders in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9 disqualify a man who has an unbelieving wife?
9. 1:09:56 {About OT Quotes in the NT} How should we understand inerrancy for New Testament passages that appear to quote the Old Testament, but no clear reference can be found? (e.g., James 4:5, Matthew 2:23).
10. 1:14:49 {Grieving our Loved Ones when Not Sure of Salvation} My mom just passed away and I am unsure of her salvation. I know she prayed with the hospital's chaplains. My kids ask if they will see her in Heaven. How do I talk to them about this?

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