10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 24)

[@sarahfaith316]

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference: 0:00 - Intro 1. 0:11 {Trump’s Christianity} Is Trump's Christianity real Christianity? Here are some of my concerns about the rise of cultural Christianity. 2. 28:15 {Open vs. Closed Communion} What is your opinion on open vs. closed communion? Should the pastors or elders check who is taking the communion? 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 may support closed communion. 3. 38:26 {Are Guardian Angels Biblical?} What is the biblical case for or against guardian angels? Are they a myth, or do we really all have individual angels following us around and helping us? 4. 47:58 {Do False gods Exist?} When the Old Testament talks of false gods such as Moloch, what does that mean? Is it that they don't exist, or is the word "false" referring to them being untrustworthy/deceitful? 5. 55:51 {Courage & Self-Control on Social Media} Do you think God expects us to post about controversial issues on our social media accounts? I don’t want to start needless arguments online, but I also sometimes worry that I’m being cowardly. 6. 1:06:11 {Does Satan Have Free Will?} Given what Revelation 20:7-10 says, what is the probability that Satan will NOT deceive the nations when he's released from the abyss? Is it 0 or greater? If it is 0, does Satan have free will? 7. 1:11:40 {Can we be Too Wayward to be Forgiven?} Romans 1: 24 says “God will give them up to the lust in their hearts to defile their bodies.” Can one be forgiven and come back to Christ if one thinks this has happened to them? 8. 1:24:40 {Explaining a Confusing Passage} Can you please explain how you understand Revelation 22: 11? I was super confused the first time I read this verse. 9. 1:26:16 {Is Love God’s Chief Trait?} Is love God’s chief trait, or just one of them? Is it right to call all He does (i.e., punishing sin) an act of love, or are some things done in keeping with His holiness, justice, etc.? 10. 1:34:25 {Recorded Sermons & Prayers - Biblical?} What are your thoughts on listening to recorded sermons, specifically “praying along” with recorded prayers? How exactly does that work? I listen to you mostly after the fact, so it feels odd. 1:40:33 Bonus Joke - Just for fun! In Genesis 4:8, Cain killed his brother. I feel like it was because he was Abel. Your thoughts?

[@AlMaximoZ]

Good Job Sarah! 🙏🏼God Bless You both!

[@sarahfaith316]

@@AlMaximoZ thank you! 🙏

[@KeepMeLord05]

Thanks, time stamps help me find a topic that I want to go over.

[@NewCreationInChrist896]

1) I thought you where going to show the Trump clip two weeks ago, when he said he wasn’t a Christian, or in 2016 when he said he didn’t need to repent or ask for forgiveness because he’s “good.”

[@NewCreationInChrist896]

3) Psalms 91:11 😇 “For He will give His angels orders concerning you, To protect you in all your ways.”

[@CodeMonkey188]

Thanks for presenting this topic. I understand the concern that cultural Christianity will pull people away from real faith, but I want to share my testimony of how it can go the other way. I was an atheist for decades, but a few years ago I became a cultural Christian. Jordan Peterson and the like were big influences in my life. This led me to start going to church, where i learned the real truth about Jesus, and finally accepted him as my Lord and Savior.

[@terrikennedy3088]

@@CodeMonkey188 I was raised LDS (Mormon) so I was connected to "good values" but no grace and a powerless Jesus. Your post got me thinking. My thoughts: 1. God uses the overcoming of deception to strengthen the Body of Christ we are both examples of that. 2. Apart from the Holy Spirit, is Christianity possible? Is not "Cultural Christianity" and false doctrine religion defined by an absence of the Holy Spirit? 3. Because we are followers of Jesus who know what it is to be engaged in God beliefs sold as right, being wrong, does that mean we have a duty to witness against the threat of "proximal righthood defined by individuals" that is Cultural Christianity?

[@SpiritDetective-jd7wx]

Government sanctioned or “approved” Christianity is not Christianity (stop with the nonsense) and is also contrary to any relevant prophecies in scripture.

[@martyrobinson3566]

Amen, that is why I think that Mike has a wrong take on this.

[@zachturner3606]

Praise God that He saved you through this! Praying for your walk with Christ.

[@SeanusAurelius]

There is a wall between the Christian and the unbelieving mindset. Cultural Christianity lowers the height of that wall. It makes travel direction in both directions easier. I'm not a fan, although I'll certainly try to use it to the church's advantage.

[@anitatenney1975]

Ive never thought of Trump as a Christian. When he got wounded i thought, maybe God was giving him a wake up call. I pray the man eventually comes to Christ.

[@perfectpeace00]

Yeah I was hoping the near miss would have changed him and that would accept Christ, but so far I don't see that.

[@andrewcramer9200]

Revelation sure has something to say about a certain someone "seemingly" miraculously surviving a head wound.

[@maxspringer01]

@@andrewcramer9200 the head wound in revelation is called "fatal" and "mortal", neither of which apply to Trumps head wound.

[@noflexzone2.055]

@@maxspringer01 exactly. Also, the Antichrist will either come from the middle east or the former roman empire (people who are to come), and djt is a new yorker. So yeah he aint it.

[@2434-k3l]

It’s funny cause his ear is completely healed now. Not a single mark since photos taken a week after the incident.

[@vinesonline]

It’s great to hear an American voice very clearly warning Christians not to accept “cultural Christianity” or believe that politicians are Christian, just because they say they are to get votes. I know there are others now saying this as well and as an Aussie who lived in the Bible Belt of USA for many years, I really struggled with this. The waters were muddied so much that it truly watered down the gospel. Politicians are not pastors. Vote on the important issues but don’t be blind to the person’s real character. Rather, pray for your leaders as it is God who sets them in place after all.

[@user-ux4fo8gr9y]

Some politicians are pastors. Ask Mike Huckabee.

[@raskolnikov6443]

Cultural Christianity is so important. To reject that is horrific.

[@lafayetteplace3031]

Athiest here. So how do you feel about me and all the people like myself? Do you condemn us or do you respect athiests as equals? Or are we dirty sinners who don't deserve respect?

[@Someonehadtosayit116]

@@lafayetteplace3031 none of the above. We are ALL “dirty sinners” Christian or not, but whether you believe or not you were made in the image of God and as his image bearer deserves respect and love. All human life has inherent value. Beyond that I will respect your actions, is they are respectable.

[@SeanusAurelius]

@@lafayetteplace3031Former atheist here. As an atheist, you're my equal in that God himself mandates that we are to do good to you and not evil, with all that that implies. We aren't to hate you, persecute you, kill you, even insult you. (We actually hold that we have more obligations towards you than another atheist does!) As an atheist, you're my equal in that your human nature is *bad*. You're full of natural greed, lust, anger, hate, etc, in whatever proportions apply to you as an individual. You've broken God's law thousands of times, and so have I. As a Christian, I still retain this nature, and will to the day I die. However: As a Christian, you're not my equal in where you are going when you die, nor what you can expect from God in this life. Nor have you been given the seed of a new nature within yourself, and so nor would I expect you to grow in goodness, probably the opposite. Nor do I have a special obligation to you as a sort of family member like I do to another Christian, although the commandment to love others as I love myself may under many circumstances result in the same standard of treatment. All you need do, though, is repent and believe in Jesus. As it's very hard to change your core beliefs, it's fine to pray to God, say that you realise you actually are bad but don't believe, and ask him to give you faith. If you continue to do this with some belief that God will or at least may grant your prayer, he will change your heart and grant you true repentance and faith.

[@nicolediebel2606]

Before I became a Christian, I embraced a brief season of cultural Christianity. There is so much hope for these men! Pray for them.

[@Moopapa7]

For me, cultural Christianity actually turned me off to the faith. It wasn't until I encountered Christians that far more closely reflected the teachings of Jesus that I had a change of heart.

[@heidibrown997]

Yes, amen. I do pray for them.

[@TheDanteJamesShow]

mike I just want to thank you for refreshing my soul today. I was feeling hopeless, like my sin was getting too heavy, but your recounting of John 9 and Jesus' words about believing in Him totally lifted the burden off my shoulders. thank you.

[@Jennifer-b3f1w]

Thank you for your honesty

[@melissasolanoHB]

100%! Satan isn’t opposed to Christian culture or being good - He’s against proclaiming salvation through Jesus Christ alone!

[@john1-29_aka_LHT-LFA]

Totally true. Satan would do anything, even being "good" in secular standards, to take people on the broad path...

[@anti-christ.666]

What is your evidence for this ridiculous assertion?

[@AlMaximoZ]

@@melissasolanoHB 👏🏻😃 your statement is so true and catchy that I’m tempted to post it on fb 🙏🏼 Blessings!

[@ws775]

Because salvation conquers death and gives eternal life.

[@AURush95]

@@anti-christ.666 Satans goal isn’t to “make people do bad things on Earth.” It is to take souls. If everyone believed what Donald Trump believes, even if there is no murder, rape, etc (culturally unacceptable things), Satan wins in the end.

[@edlauber3585]

"They will act religious, but they will reject the power that could make them godly. Stay away from people like that!" II Timothy 3:5

[@angietyndall7337]

Religiosity.

[@jackiepowell7513]

Djt Def not a pharisee. The left fit that moniker!!! Saducees, were more progressive and not law bound, however. Did not believe in resurrection, though. Maybe agnostic?

[@connordorman117]

I need to remember this quote. I feel it's been me for a lot, but I'm trying to change.

[@jackiepowell7513]

This may be if not 3/4th of milquetoast name it claim it and sensitive seeking malls!!! Watch out.

[@cbak1819]

Parying for you. You are not alone.​@@connordorman117

[@kaymojil7669]

This was a timely and super helpful stream beginning to end, God Bless you Mike and your team and those humbly seeking the Lord. SO EXCITED FOR HEBREWS!!!

[@mateorosado6857]

Mike I wanna meet you one day and just give you a hug. You make me laugh and you edify, it’s not like I agree with absolutely everything you think but who does with anybody, I love you in Christ and I love all who see this message and are also covered in the blood. God bless! I love you!

[@cariwiebe5074]

I am a Canadian so my comment isn’t political. I grew up being a cultural Christian in the Bible Belt of Canada. This is a serious issue, I can’t help but wonder how many people are lost and do t know it. It breaks my heart. THANK YOU so so much for speaking about this issue.

[@joys.6347]

I'm also Canadian! And grew up in a Bible Belt, though I wouldn't say it was an area of cultural Christianity, at least not while I was there.

[@crazyjoeshorts5256]

Cultural Christianity without obedience to the lordship of Christ will be like a dead tree. living under it may give temporary shade, but soon, it will fall; it will never give fruit, and it will destroy all it falls on. Those who teach must do so as accurately as possible; those who lean towards true faith in Christ must be properly discipled, otherwise, they will only ever get the shade of the dead tree.

[@ramennight]

True, but better than the actively burning tree we standing under right now.

[@suzanneobrien781]

The US had cultural Christianity for 200+ years. It served us well.

[@ZeeroDubs]

"Cultural Christianity" is clearly a net good. It may not bring salvation to all but neither will a pagan society that kills babies in the womb. Society is not responsible for anyone's salvation but living in a society governed according to biblical values is obviously a good thing.

[@lafayetteplace3031]

@@crazyjoeshorts5256 or Americans could choose to be religious or not religious. No need for your intentionally manipulative linguistics 👍👍

[@dynastygaming4556]

God wants governments to be just and when they are not we are all accountable. So we should be in favor of what is just in a country we have the ability to select our leaders.

[@dylanmoon6121]

I'm glad you tackled this issue. Vote for whoever you want but don't say they represent God. Trump is a good business man, but not a godly man. He is running for president not to pastor a church. It's ok. Also I am super stoked for Hebrews!!!!

[@Babyshoes777]

Good business man 😂, when?

[@dylanmoon6121]

@@Babyshoes777 I'm not a trump supporter so I'm not sure. I'm not liberal either. I like to think. My point was people can support him without calling him godly. Honestly, only a fool thinks any politician is on our side 🤷‍♂️

[@krufty47]

​@@Babyshoes777 If you dont think hes a good business man, im afraid you may have TDS

[@saftis5304]

At least he doesn't think it's ok to murder babies

[@dylanmoon6121]

@@saftis5304 that's definitely a plus. I'm just not into politics.

[@rebeccahayhurst442]

Thank you for speaking the truth about the danger of cultural Christianity. It’s been so concerning to see pastors supporting that.

[@SheilaSmith-z8g]

@rebecca....: I agree with you that pastors elevating "Christian culture," TO church members is wrong. Because the intent is to convince Christians that it is THE WAY, and an end point or goal, a final destination. Wrong. BUT Christians should consider when we see non-christians and atheists adopting this belief, as a good sign, or as a good step toward conversion? We have an opportunity with these individuals to bring them forward. Steps. Look for common ground as a starting point, not an end point. Christians squander opportunities to persuade others, by a dogmatic belief there is only one way to open minds and hearts.

[@GracieDontPlayDat]

@@SheilaSmith-z8g. Everyone knows elites don’t believe this, but saving souls isn’t professional sports. We shouldn’t have to persuade them under the direction of the Holy Spirit. Share the Gospel when the Spirit leads you, but never let the fake trolls make you feel unsaved, unworthy, or guilty if you don’t play their football game-because we all know Luci always moves the football.

[@rebeccahayhurst442]

@@SheilaSmith-z8g I see your perspective. I think that we have to be careful to distinguish what true Christianity is though. Jesus calls us to be salt and light and I think there is a sense where we can influence our culture with a Christian worldview but that is not to be a substitute for our true mission as the church, to share the gospel. Becoming a Christian and being transformed in our hearts only comes through conviction of our sin from the Holy Spirit, and putting our faith in Jesus.

[@SheilaSmith-z8g]

@@rebeccahayhurst442 Agreed. However, I am not yalking about watering down truth or compromise. The best example of my point is the difference between how Jesus spoke to the Pharacees and how He spoke to the woman at the well. Christians can ponder why that difference. Means matters. Method matters.

[@carolwrinkles6204]

Have you ever looked at the Catholic inquisition some people like to call the Spanish inquisition. Don’t tell us that false Christianity has not been aggressive in war and slaughter of innocent people to this day so many wars are fought over religion. How can you not see that? Look how the war went on so long in Ireland between protestants and Catholics, and they both claimed to be Christian, what about what goes on in Israel and Jews and Islam? How dare you say that Relegion hasn’t been the source behind most conflicts and wars. Yeah, you can find some that was not, but the majority were over religious hatred towards one another. True Christians would never be involved in that.

[@tuckeree5]

We should vote for the person who can do the best job for America, praying for America

[@ryanrevland4333]

Amen! Trump may be the Beast mentioned in Revelation but if he can lower gas prices he's got my vote.

[@rebeccasutton1596]

I could never vote for Trump because he has stated voting for him will be the last vote we will ever have to cast. As an American, I would like to keep my right to vote!

[@lbee8247]

​@@rebeccasutton1596I don't believe anything he promises or anything Harris promises. I think Kennedy might be telling the truth. Anyway. I'm not voting for anything that comes out either mouth. I am voting by their past actions. For the 4 years Trump was president America was better. And Harris being V.P. everything sucks. So, Trump said he will take away votes or end wars he is not likely to do either or anything. Harris says she will raise wages and lower taxes well we know she lying. Trump did enforce our border which made jobs and he was putting in pipe lines which made jobs. He also reinstated title 9 which Biben got rid of again. Title 9 keeps men out of girls bathrooms and locker rooms. And the protection of kids, girls and women in bathrooms and sports are very important to me.

[@misswinnie4.8]

Exactly

[@misswinnie4.8]

​@@rebeccasutton1596he never said that

[@johannasimmons2257]

"Manipulating the church to seek their own kingdoms..." Well said, Bro. Mike.❤

[@Kimberly-oo9dv]

Sadly enough a good portion of the "Church" is following the Pied Piper.

[@BB.halo_heir]

So because of that are we supposed to not vote for it, for Christian values?

[@paneofrealitychannel8204]

Islam does a magnificent job of demonstrating how good Christianity is for culture.

[@elaineedwards8125]

Awesome Program 🎶🏁💜💎💜🏁🎶🙏

[@anti-christ.666]

@@paneofrealitychannel8204 Both religions are great at dividing cultures

[@paneofrealitychannel8204]

@anti-christ.666 well if the antichrist says so it must be true lol

[@vivahernando1]

Can you elaborate? I’d say Christianity has wiped more people off the face of the Earth than Islam and I’m no fan of Islam

[@Jesuslover2000]

​@@paneofrealitychannel8204 😂

[@funchfries]

Thank you for that message Mike. I agree, we need to call out the false gospel, but i do think we as Christians have a mission to live out, and if we can elect a president who might help us do so more effectively - then we ought to do so. Also, lets pray as brothers and sisters that whoever our President is after this election that they are humbled by God, and that they rule as a Godly man or woman. May God have grace on the United States, may our leaders seek His face, and may we always seek to expand the Kingdom

[@MikeWinger]

I agree with all of that.

[@queenofprops]

Agree. Look at what's happening in the UK. They voted in Starmer and now they're quickly losing freedom of speech and being arrested and even imprisoned for comments posted online.

[@debbiefreeman9481]

They’re supposed to serve, not rule.

[@toreyhorton1789]

@@queenofprops How do you know that isn’t part of God’s ultimate plan? How do you know God hasn’t planned for that to happen in the UK and is planning for it to be implemented in the US regardless of whom you support? How do you know God isn't putting those ideas in the government officials’ hearts to bring about His will? Revelation 17:17 Have considered your efforts might be opposing God’s will for the government and a country?

[@KRoy-lx4xg]

​@toreyhorton1789 I don't see the comment you are replying to (KZbin censors things bizarrely, which makes following threads nearly impossible), but I had a thought about your thought. Let's say it is God's will to give a country over to wickedness, to further His own plans for judgement. And let's say that I, a Christian in that country, work really hard to oppose the wickedness, because I believe He calls me to be a light, and He hold me accountable for howI use my influence. Am I working "against God's will"? I think that I am being obedient to God's commands and His revealed will for me. I am not privy to His private, unrevealed will. His will be done, but He won't be mad at me for obeying Him by living righteously and seeking to influence my culture.

[@mrnormand]

This was a great explanation. Jesus is our Savior...not the government. Such a good take on the cultural Christianity issue.

[@Linda-mo5sl]

Our pastor (I am South African) taught us that God has 3 main characteristics, He is holy, He is righteous and He is loving. This made sense to me. I learn a lot from this channel. Thank you for the seed you sew

[@billgrimke-drayton2858]

Hi, Mike. I think my story might be useful in the discussion. For 12 years up to last November I had a deep-seated anger directed towards those in the church who condemned members of the LGBT community. This anger was completely obliterated by an overwhelming experience of God's redeeming love. The gospel message suddenly became personal and what Jesus Christ die on the cross, he did for me. He took my sin, suffered in my place and died my death, both physical and spiritual, and rose again from the dead in triumph for my redemption through the power of the same Holy Spirit who indwells the surrendered, adopted child of our Heavenly Father. I was then aware of God's holiness and righteousness and reviewed my life in that light. It was a sobering experience. I confessed my sin and received total forgiveness and cleansing of all my unrighteousness because of the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. My identity is in Christ alone. Other identities are of no importance. The gospel message starts with bad news which everyone knows - that we are all sinners. 12 months ago if anyone had mentioned about sin, I would have told them to take a running jump. Now I understand. Thr middle letter of sin is I. Self is on the throne of our lives or we surrender them to the Lord. There are no half measures. If I was an American, I could not vote Democrat because of policies and Republican because of the candidates who are using cultural Christianity for their own ends. Self is very much on the ascendancy. I am saddened by the rage within the soul of the country. Only God's redeeming love can completely obliterate this rage snd rebellion, as it did with me. There is no other name by which we can be saved - only the name of Jesus Christ, the name above all other names. I live, surrendered to the sovereign will of Almigjty God. So I know God already knows the outcome of the presidential race. May the Lord provide more and more opportunities to share the gospel with friends snd family and others.

[@hiashleykelly]

this was so beautiful and incredibly encouraging…I always love reading the comments to see what people share and this one blessed me with HIS truth. God Bless you brother 💖

[@Mimi-pt4fo]

@@billgrimke-drayton2858 agreed and my not voting will not change the outcome🙂

[@SUL-2000]

Wow! Praise God for your testimony.

[@pamelaruth17]

Thanks for sharing your story! Love your comment... "My identity is in Christ alone" !!!

[@LindaMartin-v8l]

​@Mimi-pt4fo you not voting is forfeiture of your voice. You do not have an opinion. Your opinion can not count. Not voting is a choice as is voting. Your non vote is a vote for my opposition.

[@michaelbratsch5157]

Thank you for such a great program. I love your quote about the young teenager, who grows up and realizes his parents were right. God Bless!!!

[@catheadx2854]

I really needed to hear this today. I have basically been telling my children "THERE IS FOUR LIGHTS " to the point I wonder if I am actually crazy. Christian culture is nothing without Christ or the Holy Spirit. Thank you for saying what I have been feeling. God bless you.❤

[@fivefamily5820]

They wanted him to say there were five lights. They tortured him, deprived him of sleep, and just as the people in charged stepped in to release Picard, the tormentor tried, one last time to get Picard to say there are five lights. But Picard defiantly called out "there are FOUR LIGHTS". But later, when debriefing with counselor Troy he admitted that that last time, though he knew there were four lights, he SAW five lights. They nearly broke him.

[@juliastyles6223]

Curious……I am unfamiliar with the 4 lights.

[@TS-ql2gl]

Mike, I know you get this often but I want to say what a tremendous blessing your ministry has been to me and my wife. We have a great local church we are very involved in but the in depth studies you provide fill a much needed gap many pastors simply can't provide due to the time restraint involved in a local congregation. Thanks for your faithfulness.

[@SARRAH2000]

I was like what?! Tom Holland wrote a book about Christianity? I initially was thinking of the Spiderman actor😂

[@SeanLawn71]

Same here! 😂😂

[@rachelbrien5197]

oh my word I did too until I just looked it up, I got so excited 🤣

[@Jessica_Jones]

I figured it wasn't him, but was also quite amused haha

[@mkhan-ki1ti]

Glad I’m not the only one 😂

[@JeremyRobbins1996]

I had to Google it when he said it cause I had to know

[@emf49]

I agree with you here, Mike. Everyone wants to co-opt Jesus for their own benefits but few want to bow down and worship Him.😢 They want the benefits of what He produces in and through people without submitting to His Lordship.

[@__.Sara.__]

Looking forward to the study of Hebrews! Thank you, Mike!

[@CourtneyColemanProGolfer]

It hurts my heart that trump is saying this …. He needs true biblical pastors around him

[@doreenscott4223]

Were you really surprised?

[@andrewcramer9200]

He's an antichrist. That people are still saying they'll vote for him shows they don't actually care what the Bible says. Nor did they pay attention to his first term, when he destroyed farmers' livelihood, jacked up even more debt, violated the 2nd amendment, posted pro-sodomite tweets just like Biden etc.

[@unsolosirviente546]

@CourtneyColemanProGolfer He needs to repent and believe in the Gospel. I'm apolitical, but I find Trump... funny. While selfishness and pride is still in him, he will not let go of his sin and reject the Gospel.

[@trinitymirabella]

Funny story but a church I used to go to in California has a pastor whom many would claim is extremely biblical (and who I do still believe teaches the core issues and most of the secondary issues biblically) and he has spoken with Trump lots of times and even given him a Bible and prayed with him. I still don’t think Trump is Christian, but it’s not like pastors haven’t tried. The problem is that cultural Christianity is so hard to unstick from Biblical Christianity and it’s so easy for people to think they’re the same unfortunately.

[@lafayetteplace3031]

If you feel that way. How do you feel about those of us who choose to not believe in any gods? What do you think of us non believers?

[@pathartley6614]

So good to hear the bare basic truth of Christianity. All anyone ever truly needs is Jesus. Hallelujah.

[@KathleenMcCune]

Halleluyah !

[@Cwood79]

Thank you for your balanced and graceful explanation of cultural Christianity. We are blessed in this nation to have the ability to freely vote. It’s sad to think that some Christians take this for granted and suggest they are not voting. I wish they would reconsider.

[@LuciendaSky]

As a Christian who hasn't voted in the past because I don't want to vote for the least of two evils.... this year I am voting democrat because... Trump - in my opinion - is the epitome of evil and I am tired of "Christians" acting like he is some savior and comparing him to Jesus (ie... Jesus or Barabas.... Trump or Barabas or "Jesus was also a victim of a bad trial..." Etc.) I find the behavior of Christians treating Trump as the Messiah soooooooooooo incredibly disgusting that I will vote for the first time in well over a decade to vote for the "least of two evils"

[@andrewcramer9200]

It's called taking a stand against blatant hypocrisy. Trump is evil. I don't watch MUH MSM, I see Trump's own words and actions, and the worldly attitude of so-called Christians who support a flaming antichrist. Voting for evil is voting for evil.

[@MT-fk4ky]

Thank you for using your platform to speak truth and exalt Jesus alone

[@susanjablonski8532]

Loved this message, Mike. Passed it along to many others. You are a great teacher; articulating your points in a way people understand. I too am very much looking forward to your teaching on Hebrews (one of my fav books!). I also want to just say how grateful I am to all of my fellow brothers and sister-in-Christ. Love and appreciate you all. 🤍

[@wingbeat68]

Free will is the major teaching in the Bible and the most important part that testifies we're created by God. I like Mike's take on it.

[@ruthvansandt9713]

💯 💯 💯 Mike this perspective on cultural Christianity needs shouted from the rooftops. Best summary I’ve ever heard in 9+ years.

[@ezekielallen1361]

Looking forward to Monday!!! Thank you Mike for your dedication to teaching the Word of God and encouraging everyone to think Biblically. It has had a profound impact on my life.

[@AlyssaDDani]

This is such an excellent video! So true. This is what christians need to understand. God is not happy with compromise or lukewarmness. He will not accept it.

[@benjaminfernandez4580]

God bless you Mike! Can’t wait for hebrews verse by verse 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@tirzahjames6533]

Lovely session, God continue to bless your ministry 🙏🏾

[@coreyfisher4779]

Regarding question #9: I recommend the book "The Knowledge of the Holy" by A.W. Tozer. Using Scripture, Tozer explores 22 attributes of God, and shows how all God's attributes are complete and essential, so for example, His perfect Love does not diminish or stand opposed to His perfect Righteousness. Highly recommend this book.

[@TAdler-ex8px]

Very accurate and insightful. I lament this completely!!! There is a distinct lack of recognizing Holy Spirit. We acknowledge the benefits of Jesus and we want His power but we don’t want His Spirit, we’re vain. We think we can manipulate God like a tool for the benefit of men, but that will NEVER happen. We are dependent. It’s all Him but we can come into agreement with Him and He will help us!

[@timstanley1361]

Good eye Mike! "Pronoun hospitality"... brilliant!

[@Ancient-Paths]

Hebrews is coming hurrah, hurrah! .. So it will be Pastor Tim Conway on James, and Mike Winger on Hebrews .... perfect ... God bless you Mike, for all you do for the body of Christ.

[@rosemarygrabowski5834]

Thanks, Mike! Love the dad jokes! Also, hurray for Hebrews coming on Monday---I've been wanting to spend some time there---perfect! Thanks again for all you do to encourage Christians to think biblically. God bless!

[@bradhodge4689]

When Trump was found guilty of the 34 felonies (or whatever it was), Christian’s were, even Pastors, were posting on FB that “Jesus was wrongly convicted and I still followed him”, equating Trump to Jesus. I called them out for it and one person did reply that Trump was pretty close to Jesus.

[@Moopapa7]

agree, this is far more concerning to me than someone who at least recognizes Trump's evil, even if they still support him based on their personal convictions. I previously supported Trump as the lesser of two evils, voting for him in 2016 and 2020. Of course, after the 2020 election, I fail to see him as the lesser of two evils anymore, but that's just my own personal conviction. Doesn't mean I support Democrats either though.

[@omen1784]

Thank you for being able to put words to a feeling I’ve had for the past 7 or so years. I voted for trump the first time but knew to separate the politics from religion when voting. There was an intuitive sense that I had about it, and how all of the right was saying the same thing. Like TP USA, Prager U, Ben Shapiro and Jordan Peterson, but NONE of them actually ever said that Christ is Lord. I could never put my finger on it until now. Thank you so much.

[@reneamitchell7975]

Help me understand how you've rationalized voting for a racist bigot?

[@ReubenHochstetler]

Great opening question and topic. It’s so needed. Thanks for being faithful to Jesus Christ!

[@LoveIsNeverWasted]

I donated. Thank you, Pastor Mike, for sharing the organization with me (us).

[@LoveIsNeverWasted]

And thank you for not taking any sponsorships or brand deals. Not because it wouldn’t be a tremendous blessing to your ministry, financially, but because I never have to question your integrity. I know if you recommend something it is because you sincerely believe in it. May God bless you and your family and ministry abundantly so that all may learn how to think biblically. A healthy curiosity and skepticism that allows us to live intentionally and grow in our faith and love for Christ Jesus. God bless you brother Mike.

[@conniekline9881]

We have to remember who President Trump surrounded himself with for spiritual guidance, those expressing cultural Christianity. We need to pray that he will be confronted by Christ through godly leadership.

[@andre0baskin]

To describe the Christian "leaders" that surrounded Mr. Trump as "expressing cultural Christianity" is incredibly generous.

[@EMbee7]

I wonder if those around him were the only ones/ first ones who approached him. If so, at least it's a start. It doesn't mean he can't outgrow them. I pray he develops a real hunger for the truth of the gospel. Imagine how God could use him then!

[@andrewcramer9200]

We should also consider what the Bible says about people who associate with false teachers. They're evil. I see comments saying they need Trump to get a good job and support their family. Disgusting. Putting faith in a man who raped our economy for 4 years adding almost as much to the national debt as Obama did in EIGHT years. Delusional.

[@sarahsunshine78]

Yes! The fact that Paula White was one of his “Pastors” immediately made me suspect…

[@stevediperna9039]

I think Trump uses Christian leaders as a prop and Christian “leaders” use Trump because they like being at the side of power. True Christians need to be speaking truth to power.

[@jeepssnow9506]

Thank you Mike for ‘telling it like it is’-dividing the Word rightly!! I pray it will always be so!!🙏

[@xsmoke1980]

I have been listening to you for quite some time and just wanted to say that your genuineness is so awesome. God has blessed you abundantly with gifts and I look forward to hearing every message that you provide for us. Such a huge blessing. Thank you! ✞

[@JohnJohn-fd5jq]

Thanks Mike for letting God use you in this topic.

[@rogermansour6085]

Mike great teaching on Cultural Christiany. I sent it to my Trumper friends. Evangelist Roger Mansour

[@timothyschreiber8338]

@@rogermansour6085 "Trumper friends"? As a Christian, we should always vote, and in this case, Trump is a far better alternative to Kamala, who supports abortion till birth and sex changes for minors. Truly disgusting stuff.

[@nealm6764]

What do you send to your democrat friends? Or do they get a free pass on all the evil that they support?

[@donnalynn6348]

Religion and politics are not comingled. Christianity is how a Christian should live their life. Politics is how a country allows their citizens to live their lives regardless of their religious affiliation.

[@sivad1025]

Who said it has to be regardless of their religion? Israel's political body clearly cared about its citizens being Jewish

[@donnalynn6348]

We do not live in Israel. I do not know what is in their Constitution but we have a separation of church and state.

[@GandalfTheBased]

@@donnalynn6348Separation of Church and State is not in our constitution

[@perfectpeace00]

​@donnalynn6348 no we don't. Our constitution says government cannot establish a religion ie require it but it doesnt mean a government free from religion. Secularism is also a religion.

[@ryanrevland4333]

​@@GandalfTheBasedSure it is! Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. Jefferson describes the intent and function as creating a “wall of separation between church and State.” It’s a good thing!

[@dk2728]

thank you thank you thank you. You’re the first person that I’ve listened to that has finally given a word to Christianity, which is the good stuff and ignoring the truth… Thank you so much. I’ve had this discussion with my husband… About the truth of who is of who is a Christian… Without having to mention names and again not taking away from what this culture can bring to society… But to be a Christian with no salvation is not possible… Thank you so so much for putting it away and explaining it that the person I need to understand will understand what I’ve been trying to say to them for such a long time

[@Ade2bee]

I'm so glad you picked this up Mike, I've noticed this in the UK as well. I'm looking forward to listening to the video and will no doubt comment

[@AWSOMEPOSSUM16]

Love these, Mike. Thanks for sharing the wisdom.

[@milmarQ]

Thank you Mike. YIPPPEE!!!! Looking forward to your Hebrews study❤

[@sweetandcoole]

All Christians should vote… voting is a gift. at least vote so our kids may not lose their future freedom to vote or their freedom of religion

[@andrewcramer9200]

Trump said you won't have to vote again. He said in his first (hopefully only) term that despotic regimes like China are a good idea and that America should try having a "president for life". Pastor Chad Wagner (with whom I don't agree on other topics, but here he is correct) was loudly warning us in 2019 that supporting Trump is supporting evil.

[@andrewcramer9200]

Oh and Trump again just recently gushed over how strong mighty nations like Russia, China and North Korea are when he suggested defecating on freedom of speech by imprisoning anyone who burns a flag.

[@pwit4186]

Freedom comes from Christ, not a government. The Constitution even tells Americans that. "All men were endowed BY THEIR CREATOR"..."life, liberty (aka freedom) and property." I will always be able to freely worship the Lord, because my freedom to do so comes from Him alone.

[@sweetandcoole]

@@pwit4186 I am speaking about public worship (in churches, etc)

[@pwit4186]

@@sweetandcoole so am I. You can still freely publicly worship the Lord if it is "outlawed" by the government. The church building is not the church, believers are the church. The Lord says we will be hated; we will be persecuted, we have to lay down our own lives to follow Him. And we are to count it as joy.

[@kathedwards6881]

❤ GODLY WISDOM - So balanced & Scriptural - I thank God for this channel.. Thaaanks Mike, following from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@keiralarson9012]

I appreciate you tackling this argument. It’s difficult when it comes to voting to see all sides of the situation. The “moral” situations such as abortion and lgbtq+ create strong opinions usually, as they are personal to faith and identity. I think it also begs the question of how much government should intervene in society through moral issues. For example, pornography has been brought to court maybe times and has been ruled constitutional because of freedoms American citizens have, and although many see the moral issues with it, how much does the government limit/bound moral values? Holding a standard for ourselves and placing that same standard on others are two different issues. I think that’s a concept we as Christians should continue to explore deeply.

[@sivad1025]

Pornography is really an easy issue for Christians though. The courts that have protected pornography greatly abused their power. Licentiousness laws have always existed in this country. Graphic sex is not "speaking" any belief or opinion. It's obviously gravely harmful to the minds of adults and, in particular, teenagers and can only be stopped through government action because the business is so profitable. Even the best of parents aren't able to protect their kids from it. There is zero downside to banning porn since it's completely degrading and immoral on its own merits. And the upside is that you'll save millions of kids from addiction and sexual perversion The whole "liberty" argument is just a smokescreen raised by perverts to keep their hobbies in tact

[@Wentletrap213]

Abortion is murder because it is killing of an innocent human being.

[@ShirleneGroseclose]

My continued prayers for your ministry and you. May God continue to fill you with wisdom, peace, health, boldness, joy and a constant desire to serve. May he protect you and yours. People, let's all cover Mike in our prayers constantly. This is just what was in my heart and mind this morning.

[@JadDragon]

Thanks for the stream. Jesus lives! ♥️ and is God 🙏🏻 Christ ✝️ and King 👑

[@rosslewchuk9286]

Well presented. (Many years ago I occasionally engaged in Bible jokes, but fell into conviction over doing so. For myself, the merry heart comes from knowing God and His holy Word through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.) Thanks & Blessings!🙏📖

[@alyssafoegelle]

Thank you so much Mike!! Such clarity, I have been praying about these topics for years and I finally have a humble but direct video to reference and research and talk about with God. God bless you and your family and everyone seeking Jesus. Amen! Excited about Hebrews!!!

[@AlyssaDDani]

It seems like way too many christians want just enough change to get things back to their comfort zone. No true repentance and confessing sins and turning from their wicked ways. No purifying their hearts and getting serious about Jesus commands in Matthew. About all His commands regarding mercy, forgiveness from the heart, sheltering the poor, letting go of pride, bitterness and grudges, mourning over sin, and so forth. Being meek and humble. Nope they don't think Jesus could possibly mean what He says and expect all that. Nope All they want is just enough to look good and feel comfortable and keep the status quo in their comfort zones and lukewarm churches. That is exactly what led to the whole mess in the first place. Luke warm lives and only superficial mental assent. Worshipping with the lips but not the hearts. Not surrendering all. Not obeying except when it's easy for us and requires no self sacrifice. And not sacrificing our will when we are tempted and tried. Not submitting except when we find it easy and convenient. That is what led to the fall of society. People want to vote the lesser of two evils and hold signs and so forth because it's easier than God's way. Lukewarm isn't good. Joel 2:13 And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the Lord your God: 2 chronicles 7 14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

[@michaelmagee4318]

Thank you for your post! I have never been able to effectively discern comments from "ThatReallyOnlyLonelyLoser" you know THAT guy. Until today! I spotted your lower casing the word Christian, a subtle typo, maybe? But today the door has been, well, closed. No longer do I have to waste time reading inane rantings of the TROLLing atheist wasting arrybodys time while he churns out "contend" on his Acer Tower live from his mom's basement. Don't have to read you. Bye bye ee

[@RansomedSoulPsalm49-15]

Amen

[@Star-dj1kw]

Good observation

[@ST52655]

Amen 🙏

[@jangozerg]

Thanks for helping us to avoid certain... Pitfalls 🙂

[@Crazychickenlady448]

I see what you did there 😏❤

[@yahuchanon37]

I love you Mike, you’re a honest man!

[@lealea12368]

I rarely comment but want you to know I benefit so much from all of your work. You have helped me to deepen my faith, think biblically, analyze what I read and listen to against biblical principles and more. Thank you so much Mike. That last part.....the bonus joke. I LOUDLY guffawed when I heard you read it. It was so funny. Can't wait for your Hebrews video. Hope you are feeling better soon Mike. I will pray for you my friend.

[@TerryTrowbridge]

I listen to the podcast usually, but had to come and say I loved your Star Trek The Next Generation reference. “There are four lights!” It’s an amazing episode.

[@beautifulbuds]

At least Christians will have a platform to work with and be free to spread true Gospel.

[@misswinnie4.8]

I think these folks are just ready to be silenced.

[@rebekahearly1144]

Re: closed communion, you might see this in Brethren churches like the Plymouth or Reading Brethren. If I, as a baptised believer who does not normally attend a Plymouth or Reading Brethren church, wanted to take communion at one of these churches, I would have to come with a letter from my elders to their elders to confirm that I am in fellowship at my church. I would have to sit in a separate section of the church, and I would not necessarily be allowed to take communion with them. To me, that absolutely goes beyond scripture and gives authority that isn’t warranted.

[@thoughts2deep2fathom83]

@@rebekahearly1144 You are correct, I grew up in a Brethren church and that is how it is done.

[@Wentletrap213]

This was the case at a Baptist church I briefly attended. It’s not biblical.

[@nofearinlove]

My mother was part of a church split from a Gospel Hall (type of Brethren church) over this very issue. There a joke about "the seat of the unlearned" which is the place where you sat if you weren't allowed to partake in Communion (which happened weekly). Even children has to sit back there in some churches separated from their parents.

[@pappap1702]

If one takes Communion unworthily that's on them. Shouldn't be up to the church or Pastor. That's not his job.

[@Whoknows-v1x]

Hi from the UK 👋 Cultural Christianity will allow Christians to tell the Gospel. If a different cultural narrative is allowed be in a country such as atheist or other religions it will become a crime to be a Christian. Im not sure what it is like in the USA but in the UK preaching the Gospel may soon become hate speech if certain laws get passed. But as Christians become persecuted here i believe there will be a revival, we are starting to see biblical sound churches increase in numbers with more young people coming to know Christ.

[@suzanneobrien781]

Great point and something very important to consider.

[@dominiclapinta8537]

Exactly. Those of us who have Jesus as our Master and King, know that religious liberty is a good thing and we should vote for those who are pro-religious liberty..God is using Donald Trump to help out with that. Religious liberty will be less persecuted over in America, if Donald trump is in office.

[@sonjamcclelland8082]

This was awesome and spot on, Mike! Thank you for being bold enough to talk about it because A LOT of Christians need to hear it

[@Seektruth65]

Excellent message, so timely. God bless you and your family Mike.

[@Becca7768]

Mike, I told my husband your joke and he said, "Well, yeah, but did you know that Boaz was ruthless before he got married?" 😁

[@jamievans38]

Hey Mike, I think you should really make a video on your thoughts of Eastern Orthodoxy. There is a big movement of young Christians joining the EO church in large part wanting tradition while seeing flaws of Catholicism. Would love to see your thoughts on the church and am actually pretty surprised you haven’t made a video yet.

[@autumnf7321]

One for Israel could also use support. Mike I am glad you addressed the difference between Christian culture and being a Christian

[@lynnnelson4519]

Thank you, Mike, for standing for truth and grace in a biblical and clear-thinking way.

[@jamesvillas428]

I'm excited with the verse by verse explaination since I don't grasp enough in understanding some of the scriptures. God bless us all

[@Christine-yr5zd]

For the first question, there are a lot of people who take Roman Catholic ideas and then say they are Christian because Catholicism is part of the Christianity branch. If you ask a lot of Catholics if they are Christians they will say yes, but for me as a Christian, I believe they are not, because of how they believe they obtain salvation. "Good works" and "being a good person" I have heard a lot from my Roman Catholic relatives because it is a big part of their religion.

[@007gracie]

You may want to listen to Dave Hunts sermons. (I’m from a long line of Italian Catholics) The Rome Church says anyone who believes the cross & Jesus are enough to be saved is “cursed” - it’s work based & not the gospel. Way worse than I thought… John 3- Jesus says we must be born again. Most Catholics scoff at this😢

[@Marlaina]

​@007gracie I come from a long line of Italian Catholics but my mom broke out of it so we didn't have to follow that false church. If anyone thinks that Catholicism saves just look at the mafia!

[@kaloarepo288]

The Catholic church is the successor of St Peter and carries on the mantle of that apostle - he was given the keys of the kingdom which means the church has had the right to adjudicate on Christian doctrine and decide which practices are legitimate and which not. Protestant and Evangelical Christians are interlopers and are not part of the direct apostolic succession - they were originally sects with no apostolic authority this is why there literally have been hundreds if not thousands of Protestant and Evangelical sects -most based on little or minor things like whether Saturday or Sunday should be the sabbath day, or whether infants can be baptised. Where does all this end? - I myself could start a new sect today -and what is there to stop me? - and I could base it on what supposedly is in the Bible. One needs a divinely appointed institution based on the apostolic succession to determine true doctrine. In the final analysis it was the mainstream or Catholic church that decided what the true biblical canon was in the first place by rejecting the numerous spurious gospels and writings that were floating around the late ancient world. Evangelical and Protestant Christianity has no solid basis .

[@Christine-yr5zd]

@@007gracie my parents are 1st generation Christians and come from Catholic families. They came under a lot of heat for becoming Christians, and received some awful answers when they tried to talk to their family about the Gospel and being truly saved. Another instance of false salvation that some Catholics believe in is using a scapular. They believe that if you wear a scapular when you die, you won't go to hell.

[@sivad1025]

​@@Christine-yr5zd It's ridiculous to suggest that Catholics believe good works earn you heaven. The Council of Trent anathematizes Christians who claim to be saved by works without the grace of God. When it condemns "faith alone," it says you cannot claim to be saved by faith alone while living a life contrary to God. Protestants would affirm that, just with some mental gymnastics about never having been saved in the first place

[@marthathompson2012]

Thank you for this! I know you don’t like to get political, and I respect that a lot. However, some of the important issues on faith and salvation touch politics at points-and this is one of them. It’s significant for Christians to consider these things.

[@randscottadams490]

Mike, Your #1 response is a much needed message. That many Christians consider him “their guy” is frightening. Issues and positions are one thing, and we should spend our votes on things that are, in our culture, the lesser of two evils. But all one need to do in evaluating Mr. Trump, as a believer, is read the two lists in Galatians describing life in the Spirit, and life in the flesh. Just that simple. Which list is his banner is pretty obvious. We believers need to stick to the core gospel message and not throw in our lot with some “personality” - especially one as evaluated by the lists in Galatians 5. It’s a sad state of affairs for the church. Your clear message is timely. As far as politics is concern, we need to break the word down to really understand it. So, “poly” means many, and ticks means blood sucking parasites. Only partially kidding. My allegiance is not to the US, my commitment is to Messiah, and because of that to be a thoughtful citizen of the country.

[@sivad1025]

Your allegiance is not to your own country? Yikes. Jesus said to render to Ceasar what is Ceasar's. We have a secondary allegiance to our country. Also, agreed that it's weird to treat Trump as a model Christian. But I think a lot of the "our guy" mentality has to do with the fact that he's at least proud to appeal to Christians and defend our political beliefs. Kamala Harris has all the same character flaws as Trump (including sex scandal) and on top of that hates Christianity and would punish Christians trying to protest abortion. There's no question here about who's "our guy" in the fight

[@marywebb9127]

​@@sivad1025🎯

[@randscottadams490]

@@sivad1025 Right, render unto Cesar what is Caesar's… which in his example was Roman money with Ceasar’s image on it. NOT rendering allegiance to Caesar. Many early Christians were martyred because they properly refused to swear allegiance to Rome. I don’t think someone can have “secondary” allegiance. And did you miss my comment about the fact that my only allegiance to Messiah is what commands me to be a thoughtful citizen of the country I happen to have been born in? I think you missed that. And, though it pains me to say it, I think Mr. Trump’s not so much proud to appeal to Christians as much as he sees them as useful idiots for his power base. Don’t get me wrong on several counts, please. I am a Viet Nam veteran, and someone who was not drafted but joined the Army in that era. And I certainly support many more conservative policy positions than “current” liberal ones because they more closely represent what I think are godly values. But Mr. Trump as a human being, badly fails the Galatians 5 “Spirit vs Flesh” test and I won’t pretend otherwise.

[@andrewcramer9200]

​@@sivad1025wow, way to miss the mark completely.

[@FranVGConstantine]

Well said, whenever, I listen to you there is great wisdom. May the Lord Jesus, through His Holy Spirit continue to lead, guide, and protect you in this evil day.❤

[@dkbattle]

Mike you are truly one of my favorite Christian KZbinrs. Keep doing what God called us to do.

[@lorriepeek5636]

I saw a interview with Dr Jordan Peterson and John Rich yesterday. Dr Peterson said I DO BELIEVE. I have been watching alot of his content lately. I wondered what his beliefs were. Then a seen him and heard him. He said that he thought if he was out loud talking about his walk that he would seem like the Sanhidrine. Like it would look like bragging for show. I believe he has witnessed amazing works done by God. And im happy for him. Thanks Mike for all of your videos. Your a light for many.

[@junk3996]

even the devils believe and tremble. i don't think anyone can judge Jordan Peterson's heart. we don't know where he is or what his relationship with the Lord is. we don't know this about anyone else either, btw. each is to work out their own salvation. it would be wonderful if that is precisely what Jordan is doing, working out his salvation

[@sivad1025]

He's also said he doesn't think he'll ever become Christian. But I credit him for honesty as his heart is being spiritually challenged

[@perfectpeace00]

​@sivad1025 the word Christian is tainted now due to false teachers and wokeness. Christ follower is more appropriate.

[@andrewcramer9200]

Peterson loves Carl Jung. Look up The Aryan Christ or The Jung Cult. There's a reason Peterson is referred to as the moron's idea of an intellectual.

[@ModernLifeintheCountry]

I’ve followed Jordan Peterson for a while too, starting with the series he did on Genesis. It was helpful for me as I was atheist for most of my life. It’s been cool to see his transformation. He’s said things in the past that clearly weren’t from a Christian, but I definitely said a lot AGAINST Christianity before I returned. And his more recent videos/interviews/statements are more and more spirit-led. I think Gods doing a great work through him and helping former atheists come to Christ, even if he’s not fully there yet.

[@aerogers4117]

Neither party has a truly Christian platform. As wonderful as it would be to have Christian leaders, we can't depend on that. God is our Lord and leader. Christians who say they can't or won't vote for a non-Christian are acquiescing to a liberal society.

[@andrewcramer9200]

Those who call evil good are spitting on God's word. Pastor Chad Wagner's list of reasons not to support antichrist Trump is pretty tough to argue, but people who are brainwashed political idolaters don't seem to care.

[@lafayetteplace3031]

As an atheist liberal American, is there something wrong with non believers?

[@mallorypagan6770]

​@@lafayetteplace3031they aren't the ideal candidates to run the country if voting as a Christian

[@lafayetteplace3031]

@@mallorypagan6770 good thing this is the United States and NOT a theocratic Christian Nationalist country. If you want a theocracy go to Iran or Hungary

[@LunaIvory9105]

Trump needs some new spiritual advisers. Some who auctally know the gospel. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

[@cmdzee63]

Trump needs to repent. He had spiritual counselors around him. What he didn't have was humility

[@Dad4Christ]

​@@cmdzee63 I agree he needs to repent, but I also think he had some "iffy" advisers, for example Paula White. Search it up if you haven't seen it, but he needs someone who truly seeks God, and not a millionaire mega church pastor. They are more likely to lead him down the wrong path. Just my humble opinion.

[@Screwed_Up_World]

​@@cmdzee63Exactly. Trump is so arrogant and has absolutely no humility. I would never want someone like Trump being an example for my child to follow.

[@theeternalsbeliever1779]

1 Cor. 15:1-4 is NOT the gospel. Read the passage, and do it CAREFULLY. Paul plainly states that he preached Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection _alongside_ the gospel. Mart. 1:14-15 shows what the gospel is, and it has NOTHING to do with Christ's death, burial, or resurrection. Christ couldn't be more plain in John when He said that He didn't come to preach messages about Himself. He came to preach the Father's message! _He_ is the central figure!

[@deantodd8103]

​@@Dad4Christ Do you think Paula White can possibly lead anyone down a more wrong path than "Grab 'em by the p***y"? I think Trump doesn't need Paula White or anyone else to lead him into temptation. He seems to find it quite well on his own.

[@fatimaeid7456]

For now I only watched/listened to the first 30 minutes. Thank you for speaking Truth. The very hard Truth! So many talk about love. God IS Love and to be saved, we must trust and obey Him. If we do not obey, it means we are living in rebellion. Rebellion is witchcraft. I agreed with all you said. I have copied and pasted my answer to copied Kirk Camron and Pastor Jack Hibbs: Thank you BOTH for standing for Truth! I pray for you both and you families to be protected, grow in the Lord and His strength and wisdom. I spoke the very same in many areas including "Freedom Relies." I have ALWAYS VOTED...FOR THE "LESSER OF THE TWO EVILS." I spent six years diligently praying for President Trump, his family and all that retained to our country.....literally 10-20 hours A DAY! I was not born here, but lived here for fifty six years! (former muslim and delivered from more than I could ever ever imagine) Love God and love this country! THE God of The Bible! Father, Son and HIS Holy Spirit! I STILL PRAY! Only God is my first love! The Love of my life! I agree with both of you on so many important things. I know well that the constitution is based upon the bible. Our freedoms come from God! Our finding fathers, even the ones not true believers, understood biblical principles and implemented them in our constitution and the way our government was originally set up. ALL IN SCRIPTURE! I believe every single word in God's Word and pray to ALWAYS OBEY Him...IN Jesus's Name! He is my Passion, my Addiction, The Love of my life! I am nothing without Him and my ultimate prayers are: HIS Will not mine be done! Find me ready Lord! Find me Faithful. IN Christ, The Hope Of Glory. SO....here are my two (2) questions: 1. How has the voting for the lesser of two (2) evils worked for us? The excuse, we are not voting for Jesus worked for us? Not holding our leaders accountable, especially the MANY that have professed to be Christians worked for us? 2. HOW can we vote for ANYONE that promote MURDERING BABIES up to 15 weeks? The heart beat starts BEFORE THIS. LIFE STARTS AT CONCEPTION! OR Vote for someone that promotes perversion of the very first covenant God created.....marriage? When did Sodom and Gomorrah become okay for the sake of oil? For lower prices? For so-called freedoms? How HOW HOW can we justify this evil? They say peace peace...then destruction will come! NO! It is not okay to ever again, give my vote to betray my Lord and Savior. NO COUNTRY WAS EVER BLESSED AS THEY WALKED IN THE EVIL confusion, cheap grace and compromise! He is coming back for a spotless Bride, not a mediocre one. Which side will you be on? Stand! And often, you will stand alone! And He is coming soon.

[@andrewcramer9200]

Thank you. People hypocritically support a baby butcher (late term abortions constitute 1.3% of abortions at most, so Trump is ok with 98.7% of abortions, basically) and try to point fingers at people like you who have integrity and pledge allegiance to the Kingdom of Heaven, not Mystery Babylon.

[@mayLibertyprevail1a]

Such a great episode, from start to finish! Appreciate your example of faithfulness, brother.

[@jphjackson]

Hi Mike Our church has closed communion. When we come to Christ, we give our testimony of faith to the church, are baptized, and with that comes church membership. Each year before communion the church membership is admonished to consider our lives, address any issues between us and God and/or us and our brother and take care of those things. Then when members come to communion, it is given based on their initial testimony of faith as well as their continued testimony by simply being there, that they are yielding to the continued sanctifying work of the Spirit in their lives.

[@AndreaWhoGoesByAndrea]

Am I understanding you correctly, that you're saying you only take communion once per year? Just curious. I haven't ever heard closed communion explained before. 🙂

[@jphjackson]

@@AndreaWhoGoesByAndrea once or twice. I feel like it helps keep it very special. Just my opinion though.

[@sarahsunshine78]

@@jphjackson I can understand the thinking behind this. I mean, when it was instituted by Christ, it was at Passover, which was a yearly thing so if it’s to commemorate the Passover Lamb, then yearly makes sense. I think in the earliest observances by early Christians it may have been weekly, or even more often, but I can understand the idea behind yearly observance. Our church does it weekly, and prior to becoming Protestant Christian, when I was Catholic and going to daily Mass, it was daily that I received communion. I think it’s interesting to hear all the different ways people observe this and their reasonings behind it. Have a blessed day!

[@jphjackson]

@@sarahsunshine78 and someday, we will be celebrating communion with Jesus....can't wait for that glorious day!

[@sarahsunshine78]

@@jphjackson Amen!!!

[@thirdplace3973]

Ouch. You don’t merit heaven by “being good”. Thats the broad road to Hell.

[@FRN2013]

How blind can one get? The previous president's perpetual pettiness, profound pride, plentiful past-and-present perversions, plus pernicious peevishness prove that the persistently preposterous profane prevaricator is a SINNER. Yet he calls himself good. And he says he's "the one who can save America."

[@EMbee7]

@@thirdplace3973 this is why he needs to receive biblical discipleship. One can hope the recent humility he's been showing not only sticks, but it makes him open to godly instruction so that he can learn how to live out genuine godliness. I want him to get to heaven, and to influence his whole family and others to get there too. He just needs to learn how that actually happens for it to be possible.

[@lucyferos205]

Yeah, the only way in is to get lucky and be born into the right denomination of the right religion

[@thirdplace3973]

@@lucyferos205 No it’s not. It’s by faith in the death of Jesus Christ for one’s own sins and His resurrection three days later fulfilling scriptures and receiving Him. Jesus alone by grace alone through faith alone. No amount of good deeds you could ever do would make you sinless and perfect enough to merit eternal life. You cannot redeem yourself from your sins.

[@perfectpeace00]

​@@lucyferos205that's not what the gospel says. Jesus is the only way. Doesn't matter what race, denomination, nationality etc.

[@eclipsesonic]

Lol, at the two Bible puns near the end. I've never heard of them before: 1. Why did Cain kill his brother? Is it because he was able? 2. Why did Ruth feel bitterness from Joshua? Because Joshua Judges Ruth. 🤣🤣

[@otonieldabeast]

Wow. Just when I was about to start the book of Hebrews. Awesome brother. Love your content, it's very edifying.

[@LovinOffGrid]

thank you mike for truly loving God

[@karenhastey8360]

Exactly correct on the rise of cultural Christianity.

[@jimmylicata5336]

Mike got a new guitar!!! 🎸

[@suzanneobrien781]

I also noticed this!!!

[@lesliematyas1921]

mike ...what of jimmy carter ...a southern baptist? he was a humble man , and continues to do good work of helping others.

[@robertaanderson4809]

What about his stance on abortion

[@kennyjones3497]

@@lesliematyas1921 I don’t think Mike was born when Jimmy Carter was president 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@AJL-dv3bi]

"I have never believed that Jesus would be in favor of abortion, unless it was the result of rape or incest, or the mother's life was in danger. That's been the only conflict I've had in my career between political duties and Christian faith," Jimmy Carter quoted by The New York Times

[@robertaanderson4809]

@@AJL-dv3bi rape or incest Why should an innocent child pay ? How evil to think to kill an innocent child resolves a crime

[@suzanneobrien781]

But a terrible president.

[@lcraver4797]

One of the most blessed moments of my life was Communion at Westminster Abbey which is both a national monument and a working church. I >really< liked the way the minister put it - "if you would be welcome to receive, we are happy to receive you here" Point is he made it clear that this was (a) something extremely imortant to Christians, (b) it connected the Communion to the local congregation, and (c) most importantly making it clear that this was something for CHRISTIANS and that you were required to examine yourself AND THEN PARTAKE. Now for sure there have been other times in the 7 years since then and I spent pretty much the entire time between then and the actual sacrament in prayer. And gave thanks for most of the rest of that day. Bottom line is that he knew he had a mixed group of Christians and non-Christians, he explained what we were about to do in such a way believers were clearly invited, and he made it clear how non-believers became invited to the Lord's table.

[@debSaratoga]

Thank you for all you do for the Kingdom. I am blessed by your ministry

[@Elijahs_mustache]

Anyone got any prayers that they need to be prayed for? I will pray for you

[@kaymojil7669]

LET’s PRAY FOR TRUMP and all in authority who think they understand what Christianity is all about but they don’t. Let’s pray that people who influence Trump would help him understand that what he thinks about gospel is all wrong. May God give opportunity and boldness to us all to preach to others, even those who have rejected “false” gospels but never understood the real one.

[@007gracie]

You are so sweet❤ My son in law Zach to know the Lord🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Oh my I would just be beyond grateful for the Lord to melt his heart.

[@harmonyadams7577]

My 5 yr old grandson won't go to school because he gets anxious. Please pray for him. His name is Louis. Thank