Do Babies Go to Heaven? A Biblical Examination (The Mark Series pt 35,

[@caleb.lindsay]

my son passed at 4 months. can't lie and say this never weighed on me heavily. this was a massive blessing. thank you.

[@budbrigman]

Prayers of comfort, peace and strength for you. In the Name of Yeshua Hamashiach, Yehovah's only Son, I ask. Amen.

[@curtisw6907]

Defently and we love you !

[@timothyasberry3470]

Lady.. put your worries to rest, he's with the Father, I personally believe they're just some souls that God find that's.. just too good for this world, so.. in as much as they have to be born from above, some.. do that, and go right back to him, your baby is fine, "better than find"

[@michaelbrickley2443]

Caleb Lindsay, so sorry for your loss. No one should ever have to bury a child. That said, I can only guess Pastor MIke shared the truth of heaven. All the babies and young children get a free pass. You will see him again and the reunion will be heavenly…shalom

[@colinmacdonald7854]

God bless.

[@khhudgins2508]

We lost four babies before they were born (three early miscarriages and one born sleeping). Thank you for taking this from a biblical standpoint and not just offer empty fluffy words. Biblical truth is healing and I cried more than once during this teaching. Just hearing how much God loves children and knowing I will see my children again. “Our babies knew only love. The love of a mothers womb to the love of the saviors arms.”

[@aloewen2364]

What a powerful statement. Can I quote you?

[@Stew91]

Hey; I'm sorry for your loss. May God continue to be with you.

[@loveycat5474]

I believe that God has a special relationship with the mentally disabled. I work with mentally challenged people. I remember one client who was considered to be profoundly mentality disabled. I was allowed to take her to church. She would sing and pray in her own language. She would listen quietly to the sermons. People said that she could not understand. But when I took her to a living Nativity, she fell to her knees in front of the baby playing baby Jesus. She seem to understand that you bow down and worship Jesus, when you meet Him. I have given her no instructions. She just knew what to do. I thinks she understands very well.✝️✝️

[@rebeccamiller9558]

My son really likes Jesus as he understands him. He has intellectual disability, autism level 3, and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. He functions at somewhere between 1 1/2 to 3 years old. He cannot fathom that Jesus died on the cross anymore than he knows that Mufasa died in the gorge to save Simba, or Gandalf died to save the others from the Balrog. That being said... I also work as a caregiver for the mentally disabled and I have yet to meet one who doesnt like Jesus the person... at least in the same way that they like Ana, and Elsa and HATE prince Hans from frozen. I think their accountability is different when it comes to self control. A person with cognitive delays doesnt understand personal space for example or personal possessions... so how can they be held accountable for "stealing" a staff's drink when they dont understand that it isnt theirs? Behaviors are another issue. Sure they are taught not to hit because it isnt nice and it hurts their staff... but the cognitively delayed function on an instinctive level and lack proper coping skills for fear or pain.

[@Apologia5]

"She seem to understand that you bow down and worship Jesus, when you meet Him." She could have seen that on any tv show or Christmas card and copied that. I'd be curious to what what scripture talks about God's special relationship with people that have diverse abilities.

[@saftis5304]

@@Apologia5 I guess only God knows her heart and mind. But I don't think we should judge children or mentally disabled people as not able to believe and not able to honour God. We just don't always know what they understand and believe and how early. It's not like our understanding of God is perfect yet either.

[@michaelbrickley2443]

Lovey Cat, One never truly knows but the God we serve, the living God, Yahweh can do anything that is logically possible. Including speaking to someone who is mentally deficient/challenged. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelbrickley2443]

Apologia5, why do you attack what someone else posts as a comment. And it is an attack. You work out your salvation and repent of this now. How did Jesus react when the children want to come to Him? How did Jesus heal all who came to Him? What does scripture say about....? There are a lot of specific things that are not said in Scripture. Unlike the Tax Code of the USA, which has more loopholes for the wealthy than I can think of...why do you think we are so in debt? And now I’m off on another tangent.....I feel your comment points to a serious deficiency/doubt of what people say. Shalom, Apologia5...pray you see the truth in my words....

[@rebeccamiller9558]

My son is severely mentally disabled and I want to respond to your statements at the beginning of this message and encourage you. I have not lost my own child, but my sisters son died at 4 years old and I just want to edify you somehow that your words ARE comforting to those of us who this message effects the most. Thank you. I cannot thank you enough.

[@jennyd23231]

I’ve had 3 miscarriages. My dad told me “ they are waiting for you and they only know love for eternity” So comforting knowing one day I’ll meet them.

[@lydie1416]

I truly belive this. What a joy it will be for you to see them one day ❤

[@hannahdeforest9148]

Jennifer, I am so sorry for your losses. I am so glad this was comforting to you. I believe your dad is right. They are in the arms of Jesus. We will see them one day!

[@jennyd23231]

Lydie Nešto yes that’s day will be a true blessing! I can imagine the first thing they saw was Jesus.. can you imagine going through into his glory? What a sight. Who else could care for them better then him? It was not always easy but I can’t even imagine the pain I would have felt if I didn’t KNOW how much God loved me and I knew he was with me through the pain. The anger. The resentment. I always knew they were in heaven. Never did I ever think any differently. If I love my children as much as I do I can’t even imagine the amount of love God has for US.. his children. Im so thankful to God for blessing me with also two earthly babies that are here with me. 3 and 1. True blessings. Everything to me. God is always good even when things are horribly hard.

[@oliveryounge6329]

Lydie Nešto morning I

[@JesusProtects]

When I was an atheist I aborted my son...😭😭😭. I never gave him a name. I think God will name him personally. I want to be able to see him and say to him that I'm sorry and love him forever with God at our side.

[@graftedingrace6594]

Mike, I can’t thank you enough for creating this video. My husband and I lost our baby at ten weeks gestation 12 years ago and I haven’t fallen pregnant again. I had always believed that we will be with our baby in the Kingdom one day and based that on my understanding of the character of the Father and Christ. The way you gently approached this topic is so beautiful and the passages of scripture you referenced in context are so helpful in providing a firm foundation for that hope that I have. Thank you for the diligence and time you have taken to bless parents like us who wait for the Kingdom to be reunited with our children. It truly means more than you can know. God bless brother. Keep up the good fight and sharing the Gospel and the truth of scripture in such a loving way.

[@tongakhan230]

The bible gives us hope because under God's government all the dead will be resurrected back on earth. Acts 24:15 And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous. So that these too can enjoy life without the need to die. Psalm 37:29 The righteous will possess the earth, And they will live forever on it.

[@judylloyd7901]

@@tongakhan230 But the unrighteous will go to everlasting punishment 😥 Matthew 25:41; John 5:28-29.

[@tongakhan230]

@@judylloyd7901 : Matthew 25:41 is about our day. They who get destroyed in the coming war of change are destroyed forever. That is an everlasting punishment. There will be no resurrections for them. (John 5:28, 29) Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the MEMORIAL TOMBS will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment. Everlasting punishment and a resurrection of judgement are two different things. A judgement is given ONLY AFTER THE EVIDENCE IS HEARD. Acts 24:15 promises a resurrection of BOTH the righteous and the unrighteous. The unrighteous get a resurrection of JUDGEMENT. Which means that unless they CHANGE and live according to God's laws in the New earth, they will be JUDGED UNSUITABLE for everlasting life. Remember that a death erases all sin (Romans 6:7,23). Thus, the unrighteous get a NEW OPPORTUNITY to qualify for everlasting life in the New Earth. There is no sense in God using his holy spirit to bring dead persons back to life, only to tell them that they have no right to live. Even people like Abraham, Moses, David and others will be resurrected, and they will have to learn about Jesus and his sacrifice. Then, exercise faith in the ransom sacrifice of Jesus in order to inherit everlasting life. (John 3:16) “For God loved the world so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, so that EVERYONE EXERCISING FAITH IN HIM (ie Jesus) might not be destroyed but have everlasting life. Many make the mistake of thinking that a resurrection of judgement is destruction or even worse, some torture. I trust this helps.

[@yvonnecrozier4536]

I like that comment "He delivered them into His presence, even though they may have suffered beforehand". We tend to have such a temporal view of what is best for our children, and yet what could be better than being in God's magnificent presence? That's comforting.

[@dmswhite10]

As someone who lost twin baby boys a few months ago, this study was very comforting. Thank you.

[@sylviaerb2289]

My grandson was killed in a car accident 13 months ago at age 17. It was so comforting that his Bible was found in his backpack. I realize your teaching is for infants and young children but lose is lose and pain is lessened knowing he was right with God.

[@chelseabarker2250]

My dad always said "If the Good Lord takes them home young, it's to save them from something worse later on." It only gets better from here ❤

[@ubombogirl]

thank you so much, mike, for talking about 2 samuel 12: 23! i miscarried a baby when i was 21. i was not saved at the time and was in a position where a decision about that child's life would have been pressured upon me. i have always been grateful for the fact that i was spared having to make that decision. it was not until i was in honduras on a missionary trip 37 years later that one of my teammates brought me the realization that that child is in heaven waiting on me! needless to say, i melted into tears! i never did have another child...i am now just days shy of turning 65 so as the days pass i do think about that child more often but the grief i once had is now joy to know it won't be so long till i am with my child! i am thrilled that you pointed out that verse...i have read it many times but the illumination was never on it for me...till now! praise God! i listen to a lot of your stuff and encourage you to keep doing what you are doing...i pray the Lord will touch many souls thru this ministry!

[@candacemoulton6767]

I relate! Thanks for sharing your heart.

[@lydie1416]

I truly belive that you will see your child ❤

[@jeffcmolik]

This is so heart warming. May the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be upon you and your child in Heaven

[@ubombogirl]

@@candacemoulton6767 you are welcome. i believe that when we share things such as this it glorifies God and opens the door in the hearts of those who hear for Him to minister to their needs as He has in those who tell their stories. blessings to you!

[@ubombogirl]

@@lydie1416 i truly believe i will. \o/

[@googleuser2820]

My son died at 3 days old. It was the most indescribably painful thing for me and I wrestled so hard with whether he was definitely in heaven or possibly not. This brought me so much comfort and joy. Thank you, Mike! You have impacted my life in many ways.

[@alexiselder0815]

This is the second time I’ve watched this. I appreciate you very much for doing this Pastor Mike. I lost my daughter stillborn and her passing brought me to Jesus. It’s truly a blessing!

[@mariethomas6572]

This was so wonderful. I have been following your online ministry for nearly 2 years and it has brought me so much clarity and peace. However, I have to say that this study was extremely emotional for me even though I have (praise God) not lost any of my children. I get so much from your explanations of how it was in biblical times especially when you put your own emotion into the teaching to drive a point home. Thank you Mike for all you do.

[@huskers4rootbeer]

I've experienced the loss of a brother, he was a stillbirth and I was only 7 years of age. I went into the Hall to mourn as I now understood what death was and saw a figure holding the deceased infant I left in the room with my mother, felt calmed then blinked and the figure was gone. It was an awesome experience. I've only recently found your channel but love the content and it speaks to me in ways conventional pastors fail to do, primarily because of their focus on sounding good or making their congregation feel good, blunt truth is highly appreciated.

[@Travel2Learn]

The innocence of babies is clearest to me in Jeremiah 19:4 "have filled this place with the blood of innocents" and "to burn their sons with fire for burnt offerings unto Baal."

[@Masowe.]

But I could be called innocent in a certain circumstance without being innocent in all ways. Like I can say I have never stolen my mothers book so I shouldn't be punished for that but it doesn't mean I am innocent in every way

[@ausnacht]

Thank you so much for this. You changed my opinion on 1 Corinthians 7. My wife and I had two still births and we know multiple families that have lost children. I'm so grateful to be able to comfort more effectively with the hope that we have in the Lord Jesus.

[@vanmamawannabe6360]

Dr. Jack Hayford wrote a book titled “I’ll hold you in heaven.“ It addresses miscarriage, death of infants and abortion from a biblical perspective. It’s very inexpensive and comforting for women who have experienced miscarriage.

[@vadinandez]

I need that book. I aborted a child when I was still unsaved many years ago. I need hope.😢

[@giselr.4464]

Thank you for this comment. I struggled with these questions for a long time. I will search this book. God bless you.

[@janiserickson2489]

That book was beautiful. I aborted a child and have had two miscarriages many years ago. It has definitely been a blessing to me.

[@MzJust1girl]

@@vadinandez There is nothing you have done or will do that is not forgivable. Know that! YOU WILL see you baby in heaven.

[@aloewen2364]

I have been enjoying your videos so very much. I lost a child when 21 weeks pregnant. I have always known what you say here, but I know it will help others so very much! Thank you for your detailed biblical teachings.

[@J.S.McDuff]

When Mike feels guilty about a long video, is when you know its gonna be good. **Pulls seat belt** lets go!

[@BatMite19]

A very strong case, thank you. I especially like the contrast between David's reaction to Absolom's death vs. the infant's, and the fact that he was worshiping when he said, "I shall go to him."

[@AP-Design]

Wow, didn't realize how many passages implied the age of accountability. Good stuff, Mike.

[@EdMarti-m5y]

Mike... wow... incredible insight based on Biblical truth. This is by far the BEST message I have ever heard on this gut wrenching subject matter. Thank you for taking the time to tasteful put this presentation together. No doubt it took you considerable time putting it all together. It is with genuine gratitude I say thank you and God bless you!

[@helenhilton2158]

I was 4 years old when I received Christ as my Savior. Someone once told me I was too young and couldn’t have been saved at that age because I had not reached the “age of accountability.” But I know differently! Jesus said, “Let the children come unto me....” Here I am, still-belonging to Him!

[@friedrichrubinstein]

Hey, I was 4 years old as well! I still remember kneeling in front of our couch in the living room and giving my life to Jesus. Had my ups and downs in life, but still a child of God. May He bless you!

[@Missy-sx9zv]

Me too round abouts! But I haf been exposed to the adult world and sin

[@reluctantapologist]

Absolutely! He loves to let the little children come to Him. He would not hinder them. But for other children who do not have that experience, it is heartening to know that there is a biblical case for them being in the Father's arms. My husband was saved at a young age as well, around 4 or 5, but to know we will see the child we miscarried again one day is a great comfort. Thank You, Jesus!

[@tyler4475]

You say that you think the Job example is one of the worst arguments, but honestly to me it’s one of the strongest! I’d say it is only second to the 2 Samuel references with David! That really encouraged me.

[@D1Ziple]

Been watching your videos for a few months. Glad I came crossed this because when I was younger in my faith I used to ask this question a lot. Thanks for sharing Mike!

[@jonathandeforest6465]

Mike, thank you for discussing this today! I was just talking to my wife about doing research on the age of accountability, since we are parents of a two-year-old. I was surprised to see that it would be the topic of your next video!

[@yeshuaisthewaythetruthandt2191]

Just wait till they're 15 or so. The worry for their salvation is a daily struggle (at least for me anyway). It grieves my heart to think; if my son would reject Jesus.

[@chareekoy1212]

Please look into Summit Ministries from Colorado. My 16 yr old son went to one of there two week programs and he was “born again” from the experience. It’s for 16-24 year olds. Summit did what confirmation was unable to do.

[@sarahfaith316]

I realized I haven't thought about it in years, but I remember growing up that my mom said she had 2 miscarriages before my sister and I were born...I guess I didn't know what to think about it back then, and just hadn't thought about it in years because my mom never brings it up, but I was reminded about it while watching this video and I asked my dad about it since I was afraid asking my mom would make her very sad...My dad told me she miscarried 2 boys, which I didn't know. I don't know why I always assumed they were girls since my sister and I are girls! But to think, for the first time, that I have 2 brothers that I'll really see one day is very special to me! I've always told people I don't have any brothers....I'm so happy I was wrong. ❤️

[@flora20]

I was thinking of this sort of thing too! My parents also lost a baby before I was born they both thought it was a boy but they didn’t know for sure- either way it’s exciting in a way to think that one day I’ll meet another sibling ❤️ it’s been very comforting to my parents to know they’ll see their other child again one day too - so thankful God is so merciful and gracious - much love to you and your family hope your parents find comfort too ❤️xxx

[@sarahfaith316]

Flora 20 thanks Flora! Love you my sister! ❤️

[@flora20]

Sarah Zimmermann ❤️ love you too sister - much love as well to your family xxx

[@DamonNomad82]

Each of my grandmothers had multiple miscarriages before my parents and their surviving siblings were born. One of the many things I look forward to in Heaven is meeting my miscarried aunts/uncles on both sides of my family.

[@duck.7417]

Aww ❤ I've got four siblings that I'll get to see from my mom's three miscarriages (one was twins). It's so fascinating to think about.

[@RaymondAtivie]

May God continue to bless you Mike Winger. For your labor of love in the word of God to bring us these truths straight from scripture.

[@sarahescobar4828]

Thank you for making this video. I have had 3 live births but also 2 miscarriages. This teaching is extremely comforting and encouraging!

[@sandina2cents779]

Pastor Winger, as I read through the comments I seen that you took the time to read them and answered several. I just wanted to thank you for doing that!! It could make a big difference to someone and their seeking. Some pages don’t even allow comments and those that do, some seam too busy to read them. I think it really shows you care and shows Gods love. (On the subject: many good points especially Romans verses) March on Christian soldier!

[@stefaniemetzler2661]

Thank you for such thoughtful and biblical teachings. I don’t have children, but I know this will be a blessing to many who have lost little ones.

[@SaraMaysDC]

Thank you for this. Lately I have been reading my Bible as my infant and 3 year old fall asleep and have been praying about this very topic after my son asked me who God is and I realized the whole concept of God is beyond his understanding if Jesus can't just hang out in the flesh with him.. I also lost a child at 12 weeks in utero who I have always believed was in heaven, but was without evidence.

[@emf49]

My baby died at four months of age and I have always believed I will see her in heaven. I think this teaching is fantastic though, Mike, because you would not believe the ludicrous things fellow believers say to grieving parents. I agree that we need head knowledge of scripture in these instances as well as the comfort of the Holy Spirit. Thanks so much for having the courage to address these difficult topics head on!

[@lydie1416]

I truly belive you will see her ❤

[@rebeccamiller9558]

So sorry for your loss. I too have heard rediculous things about my son from the church. He is mentally disabled with seizures and many, especially of the older generation believed him to be possessed by satan which is absurd. He has a genetic issue... which means God made him this way since before he was even born. Rediculous the things people say. I know our children have places in heaven. Jesus said let them come to me.

[@tinnyw2]

Thank you for sharing this pastor Mike, my wife and I have a son with anencephaly and digging into Biblical truth will help way more than trite statements.

[@brittanysparks6186]

Thank you Mike for this word. This is something that I have contemplated many times over the years and I now have a better understanding of a child's salvation. I always knew that God loves the world but couldn't quite grasp this subject until now. Your videos are truly a blessing and I have learned quite a bit from them so I thank you from the bottom of my . I love you brother and pray that God continues to guide you in all of your ways.

[@jesusismyreward5033]

Pastor Mike is always very analytical with scripture. It's wonderful. I notice this in every video. Thank you.

[@michaelbrickley2443]

The best teaching rightly divides the word in a proper manner.

[@kristenroberts9335]

For the 1 Corinthians 7:14, there is a lady in my church that always said “God only has children, not grandchildren.”

[@FRN2013]

Yes! Clearly Paul is talking about purposes of intimate fellowship. Elsewhere he says don't be yoked to unbelievers, which is a warning to those not married yet. But after the marriage, you must stay with the unbeliever...because God sets him/her apart for the sake of the believing spouse. And the same with the kids.

[@bec_a]

Haha, yes! I have heard Alistair Begg say that too.

[@mickknight6963]

Good word, brother. Also, the very next verse always got me after David said "I will go to him", says, "And David comforted Bathsheba his wife, and went in unto her, and lay with her: and she bare a son..." How would he comfort Bathsheba had he not known the baby is with the Lord! This passage has always helped me much in preaching the funerals of children, thanks bro. ✌️

[@natediemer1306]

18:42 "He gets the millstone award" Mike inserting Dad jokes under his breath is the best, almost as good as his great exegesis.

[@MzJust1girl]

I love that you are not simply debating theology for the sake of argument but that you wrap up your teaching with that most important aspect of the gospel which is Jesus Christ & him crucified. We need Jesus everyday. Thank you for preaching Jesus above all else. Blessings

[@donovanhastie]

Dude!! Even before you began speaking about David, your case was airtight!!! I mean not so much as the tiniest squeak or whisper of air could pass through. Then you got me crying, thinking about my own son, my only son, if something should happen to him because of me as David did. Thank you. I started following you because of your video on mormonism, and you have totally blessed the socks right off my feet. Excuse me while I put them back on.

[@mathisrenz5659]

Thank you Mike, your videos are very helpful for me, because you cover so many different arguments and don't just talk about a few that you like, that helps me to understand what the Bibel really tells about that issue

[@irinaferguson8618]

Hi Mike , thanks a lot you for your time and teaching . It's so pleasant to my heart to listen , and see you. I am praying for you !

[@Cdray24]

WhAT A BEAUTIFUL description of a topic I was afraid of the answer to. Your scriptures and thinking regarding infants and babies in heaven or with Jesus really soothes my heart for the babies I have lost.

[@codybest2709]

Great video lesson! I have never struggled with this question, but watching this did give me a ton of verse resources for future use. Thanks for the great teaching!

[@ֆքǟռ-m5g]

Thank you brother Mike, very informational and biblically sound. 🙏🏼🕊

[@XeenMusic]

Luke 18:15~17 literally "15 But they were bringing even the babies to him, in order that he himself might be touching them. But after the learners saw this, they were rebuking him. 16 But °Jesus called them to himself, saying, “Permit the little-boys-and-girls to be coming to me, and do not be preventing them. For the kingdom of God is of the ones such as these. 17 For Truly I say to you*: Whoever might not accept the kingdom of God as a little-boy-or-girl, may never enter into it.”

[@tongakhan230]

Jesus was asking his disciples to be humble. Matthew 23:11 But the greatest one among you must be your minister. 12 Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

[@pagegallimore1833]

Your words--speaking Bible-based truth--are a blessing, Mike. Thank you to our LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ.

[@candyclews4047]

For me, because Christ instructed us that we must be like children to enter the kingdom of God and said, (“Let the children come to me” Mark 10:14-15) I feel God has a plan established for the innocents. Whether it be infants who die in the womb, live children who die, at whatever age or children/adults who are intellectually challenged. God is perfectly just and perfectly merciful. God is love. How can they not be with Him?

[@jenniferdavies7784]

I agree. They are under His mercy, not judgement.

[@carmensiekierke3579]

Candy, no child is born "innocent." ( original sin) The Greek word in Mark 10 for child means " youngest and most helpless of children." Christ is calling us to utter dependence on Him. A youngest child cannot do anything for himself. He cannot make an tangible contribution to the household. In fact, they are desperately needy. This is how we are in relation to our Father in heaven. We rely completely upon His mercy for our salvation, and, indeed for our every need. Only by admitting this can we be part of the kingdom of God.

[@daloaded1]

Really really good teaching, such a blessing. I will be keeping you in prayer.

[@stevemoe7757]

If a teacher is held at higher countability then a unknowing child by logic is not held to the same accountability

[@BornToPun7541]

Mike I liked your reference there to some people trying to resurrect a little child. Maybe you could go on Chris Roseborough's program "Fighting for the Faith" and discuss that incident at Bethel Church with him. :)

[@jenniferdavies7784]

What a great idea! Fan of both. Super Bible Scholars

[@harrymann6185]

Romans 9:15 -- For as he says to Moses: "I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion." And, Matthew 19:14 -- But Jesus said, "Let the little children come to Me,... for of such is the kingdom of heaven."

[@timmanuel566]

Thank you Mike. Your multiple uses of scripture helps me support my positions. As a young person I was taught these very things, but figuring it out as an adult is a huge research work. Your work is helping me and makes me inspired to go back to the scripture. I remember my understanding now that I have always understood that God is not a rapist. He doesn’t force his mercy on anyone. And his grace is a broad as possible. Babies haven’t rejected Him therefore they go to heaven. I believe the only persons who will go to hell are those who rejected God.

[@christinasetzer2880]

I was always raised being told there is an age of accountability so all babies and young children go to heaven, now having lost a baby all the questions and what ifs and doubts come in. Im excited to listen to this, but it will probably take a few days to get through. I appreciate you taking on hard topics biblically. It's been 2 years, but for whatever reason, today is one of the hard days, and i need biblical truth, not fluffy encouraging words

[@kalebl.4917]

27:52 is when he finishes up what we should not use.

[@exploringtheologychannel1697]

This was an extremely well-done lesson. Great work!

[@throughhumaneyes7648]

Intense and in depth exploration of the bible with a humble and empathetic presentation. Im taking notes.

[@calebpresnell8331]

I got an ad for the Church of Latter-Day Saints before this video. How ironic. Also makes it clear that orthodox Christians are their target group.

[@jasoncarruth4034]

Hi Mr. Winger, I've been watching your videos for some time now and have been very blessed by them! Thank you :). Granted, I haven't done my own personal in-depth study on the matter, but Romans 5:13 came to mind during the video which seems consistent with your findings: that there exists the nuance of having sin, yet not having it rendered to your account on the basis of ignorance. haha and typing out "ignorance" just now, I'm reminded of yet another verse in Acts 17:30 of God passing over offenses on account of ignorance. I know there's a contextual point being made in each of those passages, but at least it seems the concept of God's overlooking being tied to ignorance is present.

[@logicalconclusion5327]

Mike thanks for your study and your input in this matter. I always appreciate your insights and opinions on different issues. I may not always agree with everything you say, but I can trust that you will deal with it respectfully, responsibly and, more importantly, always trying to honor God to the best of your abilities. Appreciate you brother. As a foreword, to avoid unnecessary accusations/assumptions: I tend agree with Mike on this issue! I believe babies and children go to heaven! I am not 100% convinced and sure, but I believe it to be the case. Also, I want to keep explanations down a bit, while still trying to give some information (maybe for others and perhaps for you too to see where I stand theologically). The question I have for you, which is just pondering upon the theological implications of our viewpoint: if children go to heaven at what point are they no longer covered by the blood of Jesus' sacrifice? And my focus is not necessarily the age of accountability as much as the fact that they are no longer covered by Grace if they continue to live. Granted you indirectly answered part of the question when you stated what condemns someone. However, John 3:18 would suggest that perhaps unbelief (in Jesus) is what really condemns someone. Secondly, we are looking at what _saves_ someone. Which I think we can agree is Christ and His works, nothing on our account apart from belief, that it is through Him and by Him we are saved. So the implications would be twofold: what saves them and how can they be unsaved? If it's not by faith are babies and children under a different covenant? Hopefully, I've explained myself well enough for you to get my point lol.

[@melissayoung4776]

@Mike Winger Praise Father Abba for blessing you with an amazing ability to teach on this subject! What's really comforting to me is that the Bible says, "are they (angels) not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?" Hebrews 1:14 NKJV. Since salvation is Yashua (Jesus) who is in heaven as these scriptures indicate: "The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom shall I be afraid?" Psalms 27:1 NKJV "The Lord is my strength and song, And He has become my salvation. Psalms 118:14 NKJV "Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; ‘For Yah , the Lord , is my strength and song; He also has become my salvation.’ ” Isaiah 12:2 NKJV, there is no need to send guardian angels to protect these innocent babies in the world anymore who are already in the presence of Yashua or YAH (Jesus ) who is in heaven seated at the right hand throne of the Father. The fact that we are living in this body for as long as we lived on this earth (for some of us longer...lol.) we have angels sent to serve us because we believe and by the grace of God work out our salvation with fear and trembling, and "if indeed we continue in the faith, grounded and steadfast, and are not moved away from the hope of the gospel which we heard, which was preached to every creature under heaven, of which I, Paul, became a minister." Colossians 1:23 NKJV Now, I speak in human terms, because God knows the ending from the beginning as far as who will inherit salvation from eternity which blows my mind cause He works outside of time. One thing's for sure, the Father knew these innocent precious babies before they were born which is really Marvelous!!! "My frame was not hidden from You, When I was made in secret, And skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth. Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed. And in Your book they all were written, The days fashioned for me, When as yet there were none of them." Psalms 139:15‭-‬16 NKJV

[@nadjaj5290]

Superbly researched and presented!!! Thank you so much, Pastor Mike. This is invaluable for so many parents, who I can only imagine how badly they might have suffered from loosing a child. Besides, it is useful for apologetics, as one of the questions I often hear atheists ask is: "What happens with people who have never heard the gospel, including, but not limited to, infants/babies?", and they usually argue that God can't be just and righteous, as babies are not saved. Further, as you mentioned, it gives at least a little comfort, if possible, when thinking of babies or young children who had to suffer to death or were killed. When discussing these things in the light of the problem of evil with atheists, I tend to say that often God prevents worse things from happening and usually has a bigger plan, which we don't see, no matter how much we might struggle to recognise this, as what's happening in the moment is so bad and evil. What you explained here, definitely adds to this view, as we have reason to believe from your quoted Bible passages, that once their earthly suffering has ended, at least these children found their place in God's Kingdom and are likely going to be part of the New Heaven and New Earth. Thank you so, so much for this eye opening lesson! May the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom, discernment, and energy for your dedicated service to likewise believers and unbelievers (hopefully lots of them future believers)! And God bless you and your loved ones!

[@tongakhan230]

With respect. Not sure that this guy has done any research in the Bible. Everyone who dies ceases to exist (Genesis 3:19). That is why God purposed RESURRECTIONS for the dead (Acts 24:15). This, to give dead ones a NEW OPPORTUNITY to qualify for everlasting life on earth (Psalms 37:29, Matthew 5:5). Babies who die will also be resurrected. There will be survivors around on earth to look after these (Revelation 7:9,10,14). Hope this is helpful.

[@nnduna7481]

Weirdly enough, I did like the chaotic long intro. It's human... It's raw.

[@phillipgraf4856]

Right!! That's what I was thinking. I enjoyed the fumbling at the beginning for some reason.

[@hannahmestey8932]

A we

[@dramire33]

It reminds me of his much earlier content when he was standing at the podium teaching verse by verse. Thank you Mike for walking with the Lord and sharing Jesus' path with us.

[@hannahdeforest9148]

Thank you so much, Mike! This video answered so many questions.

[@maxiescarlet]

I have worked with people with LD for many years . I am encouraged that the bible Support’s what I have always believed! Of course God judges us but only in so far as we have capacity to understand , i know I will see people in heaven I have cared for hear

[@janiserickson2489]

Great study, Mike! Interesting that this topic has gained a lot of interest especially lately. I think it is due to the signs that we are in the end times and I have seen many questions of whether children would be raptured. Would love to hear your thoughts on that concern.

[@eclipsesonic]

Great video, Mike and I agree with your conclusions on this topic. Another passage you could have quoted from (in relation to babies not knowing or doing good and evil) is from Romans 9:9-11 (when it talks about Jacob and Esau): "For this is the word of promise, At this time will I come, and Sarah shall have a son. And not only this; but when Rebecca also had conceived by one, even by our father Isaac; (For the children being not yet born, neither having done any good or evil, that the purpose of God according to election might stand, not of works, but of him that calleth;)"

[@iwantthetruthandnothingbut6521]

Mike, what is your view on the scriptures that tell us that New Jerusalem will come down from heaven to the Earth. This is in the Book of Revelation. It also tells us in that book that God will dwell with us....

[@keatongarrity5040]

we are New Jerusalem!

[@ETBrothers]

@@keatongarrity5040 yes, we truly are. I started crying and were struck in awe when I got that revelation 😍

[@DamonNomad82]

My personal belief is that there is an "age of responsibility" at which God considers each person a moral agent and starts holding them morally accountable for their actions. That age is on a case-by-case basis, with some precocious children reaching it at a very young age, while some profoundly mentally disabled adults may live to extreme old age and never reach it. I base my view on the fact that God is "not willing that any should perish," and thus will not send any truly innocent person (i.e. one who has not intentionally sinned as a cognizant moral agent) to hell.

[@newmoon0928]

There are so many misunderstandings we have about God...about theological issues that really boil down to the basic issue of whether or not a person believes God is good. This topic is definitely one of those issues. Not believing that God is good distorts SO MUCH of our thinking. More than we realize.

[@theverystones2643]

Subject came up recently… couldn’t believe the line my pastor took., ie robotically merciless. This study is good support for the sensible position.

[@stephenstreit1178]

ha i just finnished a 52 week Bible study on jerimiah. "rough ministry" is an understatement

[@desertrainmusic5968]

Thank you so much for this Mike, I love the way you break it all down and speak so much sense with so much clarity in all the subjects you teach on. I do however have 2 related enquiries in the light of what you have taught here, which I have to say I cannot fault. 1) We have an awful problem in this world with abortion on demand. Women feel justified in aborting babies for any reason whatsoever. My fear is that some mothers may believe that if all babies (including those in the womb) go to heaven they are actually sparing those babies from the distress of life on earth (as well as the possibility they may end up in a lost eternity) to justify ending their babies lives in the womb. In some perverse way they may believe they are actually doing their offspring a favour. This may sound like an odd thing to say but I have no doubt that people's minds go there. 2) If children up until the 'stage of accountability' are not morally responsible for their actions be it good or bad and are beyond the judgement of God how can parents justify punishing their children for their wrong doing as instructed by scripture ' spare not the rod ' and other scriptures dealing with family discipline ? Why is it okay for us to punish our children below the stage of moral accountability when it appears that God Himself does not hold them accountable ? I ask those questions in humility simply because they came up in my mind, and not because I am trying to find fault. I am sure you have thought of those too and I would love to hear your reasoning. For the second one I suspect it would be to with the very act of parenting and training children up until they hopefully grasp morality for themselves but still I would like to see the argument set out .

[@bbgun061]

It's not up to parents to decide if their children live or not. If God allows some to be miscarried or stillborn, that's his choice because he gave them life. It's still evil to rob our children of the potential of life. Arborted children might be spared suffering (aside from suffering the abortion itself) but they are also unable to experience any joy either. And they are unable to bless or serve anyone else during their lives...

[@truthmonger7]

We agree. Rom 5:13 "Sin is not imputed where there is no law". God draws a distinction between inherent sin or the sin nature and willful sin. Also a study into dispensationalism will show that God has dealt with humanity as a with a person growing through the stages of maturity. Thus sin was not present in the infancy of humanity. Thanks for the study.

[@ETBrothers]

@Jesus Saves Sinners like me if you look into the scriptures on the book of life, the wording is more in terms of if you have commited sin (not having received forgiveness) you will be blotted out.

[@gobechristlike]

Thank you for sharing this video. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, I wholeheartedly agree with this message. I watched this video to better understand the Biblical rebuttal of the idea that babies could to hell. I love the Bible and believe it. As a member of my church, we have more scriptures to back up the teaching that babies and those who aren’t accountable yet go to heaven. If anyone reading this comment believes that this makes me unchristian let me just say this: Jesus Christ is my Savior, the Son of God, the only way to salvation and I rejoice in my belief of His grace and loving nature and desire to Save mankind! I also believe that the Book of Mormon is another witness of Jesus Christ from ancient American prophets, one of whom also emphasized the truth that babies cannot sin and will be received to heaven. If anyone is interested in this scripture, it is Moroni 8:10-21. “10 Behold I say unto you that this thing shall ye teach-repentance and baptism unto those who are accountable and capable of committing sin; yea, teach parents that they must repent and be baptized, and humble themselves as their little children, and they shall all be saved with their little children. 11 And their little children need no repentance, neither baptism. Behold, baptism is unto repentance to the fulfilling the commandments unto the remission of sins. 12 But little children are alive in Christ, even from the foundation of the world; if not so, God is a partial God, and also a changeable God, and a respecter to persons; for how many little children have died without baptism! 13 Wherefore, if little children could not be saved without baptism, these must have gone to an endless hell. 14 Behold I say unto you, that he that supposeth that little children need baptism is in the gall of bitterness and in the bonds of iniquity; for he hath neither faith, hope, nor charity; wherefore, should he be cut off while in the thought, he must go down to hell. 15 For awful is the wickedness to suppose that God saveth one child because of baptism, and the other must perish because he hath no baptism. 16 Wo be unto them that shall pervert the ways of the Lord after this manner, for they shall perish except they repent. Behold, I speak with boldness, having authority from God; and I fear not what man can do; for perfect love casteth out all fear. 17 And I am filled with charity, which is everlasting love; wherefore, all children are alike unto me; wherefore, I love little children with a perfect love; and they are all alike and partakers of salvation. 18 For I know that God is not a partial God, neither a changeable being; but he is unchangeable from all eternity to all eternity. 19 Little children cannot repent; wherefore, it is awful wickedness to deny the pure mercies of God unto them, for they are all alive in him because of his mercy. 20 And he that saith that little children need baptism denieth the mercies of Christ, and setteth at naught the atonement of him and the power of his redemption. 21 Wo unto such, for they are in danger of death, hell, and an endless torment. I speak it boldly; God hath commanded me. Listen unto them and give heed, or they stand against you at the judgment-seat of Christ.”

[@georgepierson4920]

The Book of Mormon does not count.

[@kristenroberts9335]

Go to 3:50

[@michaelhayman2549]

Another great message Mike.

[@newcreationcoachingllc6491]

Wow. That was a blessing to listen to. Praise God.

[@KKKaTTT123]

You are a really good teacher, thank you😊

[@koonhanong2267]

About Rom 8:21, as I ponder over what you said about children suffering the effects caused by sinful parents, do you think Paul is saying that the creation will be free from bondage to sinful humanity ("bondage to corruption)? Great discussion by the way 😄

[@mikepawson371]

Someone once asked David Pawson that would shes son who had died as an infant be in heaven. David answered "i have had find any text talking infants go to heaven in my bible. But God that i know -i wouldn't be worried." So Mr. Pawson said what you Mike said as a short answer on starting of this teaching. Be blessed brothers and sisters in Christ!

[@joseyrupert6316]

I have a baby with congenital heart disease who needs a very risky surgery soon… this gives me such comfort.

[@robertemard9452]

There really is no issue if at least one of the parents is saved. The question remains however if neither parent is saved. I think Mike Winger watered down 1 Cor 7. But unlike the OSAS doctrine which the bible refutes clearly and repeatedly, a coherant biblical argument can be made on both sides of the "do all babies go to heaven" topic. But one should not use "God wouldn't" arguments because 1 Sam 15:3 obliterates it.

is this a clue as to the age of accountability: Luk 2:42 And when He was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem according to the custom of the Feast.

[@watchgoose]

That age will be different for each child, as they mature differently from both genetics and environmental factors.

@@watchgoose good point.

[@abideintheWord]

I would go with the age that the children of Isreal were allowed to enter the promised land (symbolic for heaven) which was all children under 20.

[@rebeccamiller9558]

It really depends on the person.

[@hannelouise371]

Complete Jewish Study Bible Notes --- --- JEWISH CUSTOMS Bar/Bat Mitzvah Luke 2:41-47 One of the best-known Jewish customs is that of bar mitzvah (for a boy) or bat mitzvah (for a girl). The words themselves mean “Son [Bar] or Daughter [Bat] of the Commandment.” It is the time when a child takes responsibility for his or her own life, having reached the biblical age of accountability. The historical background of the bar/bat mitzvah custom is difficult to determine, as there are no specific references to the ceremony in the Hebrew Scriptures. However, there are dozens of statements supporting the idea that there is an age of accountability in following God’s way. Ironically, the most detailed account of something like a bar mitzvah in the Bible is in the New Testament, at the bar mitzvah ceremony for Messiah Yeshua. When he was twelve, he went with his parents to Yerushalayim for the festival of Pesach (Passover), as they did every year. But that year, Yeshua remained in Yerushalayim. Yosef and Miryam (Joseph and Mary) didn’t realize this, supposing that he was somewhere in their caravan, and they spent a whole day on the road before they began searching for him among their relatives and friends. Failing to find him, they returned to Yerushalayim (Jerusalem). On the third day they found him-sitting in the Temple court among the rabbis, not only listening to them but questioning what they said. Everyone who heard him was astonished at his insights and his responses (Luke 2:41-47). In other words, Yeshua’s parents found him where any good bar mitzvah boy would be-receiving the blessing of the rabbis, as was common in ancient tradition. It caught everyone’s attention that this student was amazing even the rabbis with the wisdom of his teaching (drash). Surely this bar mitzvah boy was someone special, one who would later proclaim himself to be the Messiah.

[@glo829]

Beautiful teachings. Very profound and very touching matter. Thank you

[@Daniel-fv1ff]

I was reading Ezekiel 18:20 the other day but noticed that on face value it seems to be in conflict with Exodus 34:7. Didn't get time to look into this, but does anyone have thoughts? The one who sins is the one who will die. The child will not share the guilt of the parent, nor will the parent share the guilt of the child. The righteousness of the righteous will be credited to them, and the wickedness of the wicked will be charged against them. Ezekiel 18:20 NIV And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “The Lord , the Lord , the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does not leave the guilty unpunished; he punishes the children and their children for the sin of the parents to the third and fourth generation.” Exodus 34:6‭-‬7 NIV

[@Daniel-fv1ff]

Ok realised that he addressed a similar verse litteraly a few seconds after bringing up Ezekiel 18:20. I'm still not sure what to do here though. On face value the Exodus verse does seem to be saying that they're punished "for the sins for their parents"

[@Daniel-fv1ff]

38:37 is the timestamp where mike talks about a different verse in Exodus

[@trebmaster]

Ezekiel is talking about GUILT and Exodus is talking about PUNISHMENT. Guilt remains just on the one committing, but a consequence for a sin can reach multiple people.

[@Daniel-fv1ff]

@@trebmaster It still doesn't really sit right with me. Surely it is not just to punish people who do not deserve it. At 39:03 Mike says "visiting the iniquity of the Fathers on the children is not the same as punishing the children for the sin's of their father" But it does look like that's what Exodus 34 is saying. I think there can be a difference between punishing the child and the child being hurt by the consequences of punishing the guilty party. I feel like Exodus 34 is saying that the child themselves can be punished. In fact, thinking more I think Mike gave an example of this when David's child died. The infant didn't deserve to die. Maybe its just that God's justice will be finished outside of earth (like with David seeing his child in heaven) and that we won't always understand the complexity of it. Like in the book of Job.

[@lindajohnson4204]

The sins of the parents "visited on" the child: what about Saul and Jonathan? Wasn't Saul's sin "visited on" Jonathan? It was visited on him very severely, making his life really hard, and even ended up causing his death. But was God against Jonathan? Did He want Jonathan to fall prey to Saul's sins? Did God want to destroy Jonathan, or did he want Jonathan to end up in hell? That's not the message we get from the Bible, is it? Jonathan's courage and faithfulness are honored in God's word. David, a man after God's own heart, loved Jonathan. Maybe God's visiting the sin of the parents on the children has more to do with the conditions of that relationship, as God set it up, how kids are unavoidably influenced by it, and how parent's sins curse them to difficult existences, even when they reject the parent's sins. God doesn't want them to be destroyed by sin, but to turn from it to Him. He warned them that their children would be badly hurt by their sin. He was not saying he was willing to destroy the children, because their parents sinned. "It is not the It is just will of the Father that one of these little ones perish". It is just the way it is, because of how he set up families, for the parent to love and teach the children for good. When that goes bad, and they are taught evil, the vulnerable children are already victims, a prey to all those bad things in their parent's lives. Let's stop allowing ourselves to think God is a monster. That is not the God we know.

[@bradhouston4734]

“The whole sandwich goes to Heaven!” 🤣🤣 best quote so far

[@lindamcauley4728]

Could only manage to listen to the first part. I'm glad to hear what you said.

[@JesusProtects]

This all we need to understand this matter. At least concerning babies. Thank you. I will post it here in case someone doesn't reach that part of the video. 2 samuel 12:22-23 (king David's son dies) And he said, While the child was yet alive, I fasted and wept: for I said, Who can tell whether God will be gracious to me, that the child may live? 23 But now he is dead, wherefore should I fast? can I bring him back again? I SHALL GO TO HIM but he shall not return to me. David knew he would see his son again in the afterlife.

[@RunnyBabbitMom]

I was saved when I was young but when I was married to someone who was an atheist I thought I could change him by being saved and he dragged me down so far I was suicidal. There also needs to be noted about not being unequally yoked.

[@ressaholland1916]

Yes. I feel oppressed with my unsaved husband who really likes the things of this world like the dark stuff and thinks there is nothing wrong with it. Did he get saved eventually?

[@RunnyBabbitMom]

Ressa Holland no ma’am, when our teenage son goes over there for visitation he tells him that there’s nothing wrong with looking at porn. I have shown my son that human trafficking victims are used for porn so he thinks it’s disgusting but gods father won’t listen to anything.

[@debblouin]

My husband and I were both professing Christians when we married 25 years ago. He has departed the faith (as far as I can tell) and has been into metaphysics, gurus like Yoganandya, and mysticism for the last 18 years. I have not been the sanctifying wife I should have been.

[@biblereading2316]

When Jesus said the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these, I think He was being literal. If you think about infant mortality throughout history, as well as child sacrifice, miscarriage, abortion, etc, also taking into account that 100% of these children go to heaven, and few adults find the narrow path, there must be many many more children than adults in heaven! Just my two cents. 😀

[@krissysedlak7490]

Wow! That's something to consider, for sure!

[@carmelitovista14]

I struggle with those innocent kids that belongs to Achan and suffer the same judgment, death, with him because of his sin. Should we still consider 2Sam.12:23 as applicable to the salvation of all innocent children?

[@KristalClearGraphics]

Mike, just a question for you on the passage that you mentioned was the strongest regarding David when his child died. In the section "I will go to you," I always interpreted this as he was saying he would go to him [his deceased child in the other physical room] but he will not return to me. As in the child will not return to life. This would also go along with your observation of the strong repetitiveness of the word and idea that his child is dead. In your interpretation he would go to him [in heaven] but I really don't see how we can be certain that either of these understandings are what David meant? I thought he stopped fasting when he died only because he saw that God didn't answer his prayer to make his child well and there was no point to continue because God had decided? Just wondering your thoughts on that because you didn't address that in your video as other interpretations. Thanks, I really appreciate all you do!

[@reluctantapologist]

Hmm, I wonder if David would say "I will go to you" when the child had already died. I appreciate the question, but I would be more likely to think "go to you" would be to a person and not a dead body. Perhaps by studying the Hebrew we could know better, I'm not sure.

[@ohevyeshua]

Thank you so much, Mike. I’d come up with the same conclusions you make using the same Scripural logic. I call it the Principle of Culpability as opposed to Age of Accountability. It’s nice to hear someone else make the same argument.

[@sucrose3638]

Even babies, godly mature people are not in heaven! They are awaiting for the resurrection. Acts 24:15 said that "And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a *resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous."* What would be the purpose of resurrecting people if they are already in heaven or already in hell? Was the Judgement Day already FINISHED, judging all good dead people to heaven, and all bad dead people are already now in hell?

[@joshbutler2563]

One of the easier ways to answer difficult questions like this, at least before you're able to get all the nuances from specific parts of the Bible, is to ask yourself a question: "Would a loving, just God permit a baby, before he can even speak, to spend eternity in Hell?" I think not. A lot of our answers can come from having a deeper understanding of who God is and what He wills for our lives.

[@dominicmuolo6837]

Legendary Intro

[@Dukeworst]

ROMANS 1:16✝️FOR I IM NOT ASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL OF GOD FOR IT IS THE POWER OF GOD FOR SALVATION TO EVERYONE WHO BELIEVE

[@renzr55]

Hello Mike , I want to agree with your theology, but I'm not 100% onboard. My question is this: What's Jesus' role as the agent for salvation through faith when it comes to the perceived untimely demise of infants or fetuses? Also, if Jesus is not the agent for salvation, does that mean there is another way? Thanks for your ministry.

[@MikeWinger]

I’ll try to share this in next weeks video. I will be affirming that Jesus is the agent of their salvation, which they are in need of. But it will play into the discussion of the nature of sin nature