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Today's Time Stamps:
1. 0:18 {A Biblical View of Immigration} What are some biblical thoughts surrounding the political issue of immigration?
2. 49:40 {Confessing Your Faith when Difficult} I'm a 30 y/o woman in SoCal, financially dependent on my Muslim parents. I've studied for years and Iâm now feeling called to Christ. I fear being kicked out. Any advice on how to tell them I'm Christian?
3. 52:03 {Eternal Begottenness?} Should we hold to eternal begottenness of the Son which seems to suggest that the Son was caused? It seems orthodox, but wrong to say of God.
4. 56:13 {When Discipline turns to Drudgery} William Booth says, âWe ought not consult feelings but do our duty.â How does that not then become drudgery? How do we be disciplined like Daniel, yet not mechanical?
5. 58:11 {Hosting Sinners in our Homes} Is 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 only for corporate gatherings or also for private gatherings such as family meals, etc.? Should Christians host professing Christian family members who are living in unrepentant sin?
6. 1:03:00 {Overcoming Difficult Addictions} Iâve tried SO many times trying to quit vaping. Iâm starting to feel like a bad Christian. Any advice?
7. 1:04:51 {Contemplative Prayer} I'm curious about contemplative and listening prayer practices promoted in my church. Are they rooted in or influenced by Eastern mysticism or New Age ideologies?
8. 1:08:01 {Why Didnât God Forbid Polygamy?} If verses like Exodus 21:10 aren't supporting polygamy but protecting women in a bad situation, why didn't God just outlaw polygamy outright? I agree with you, but don't know how to counter this argument.
9. 1:13:10 {Obeying our Conscience} Is Romans 14:23 about emotional doubt or intellectual doubt? For example, I'm mentally convinced that ham is OK to eat but I still doubt it emotionally. Which is my conscience to obey?
10. 1:17:21 {What is a Heart of Flesh?} What does giving us a heart of flesh mean, when flesh is usually negative?If you want more info on this issue of immigration and the Bible, I recommend reading this very short book. It's also free. I am not saying I agree with everything in it but I think it's generally useful: Click Here
Analyzing Rob the Polygamy guy: Click Here
Showing how four polygamy proponents twist Scripture: Click Here
My video on why the death penalty is biblical and all nations should have one: Click Here
I do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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You can't do this stuff on a Sunday morning, but I can do it here! Going deep on the Christology of Hebrews 1:2-4, the Catholic Apocryphal book The Wisdom of Solomon, and seeing the absolute glory of Jesus.
Links you may want:
Hebrews series playlist: Click HereThe Gospel of Mark series playlist: Click HereHow to Find Jesus in the Old Testament (typology): Click HereNotes from today's study, free for everyone: Click HereMy website: https://BibleThinker.org
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He is cutting off important truths and saying that the Apostles did it. Here's an analysis of Andy Stanley's teaching on the Apostles and the Bible.
Links:
What happens to babies when they die? Click HereEvidence for the Bible (a series meant to give you reasons to trust the Bible and deal with objections)Why Andy Stanley is WRONG when he says we need to âUnhitch from the Old TestamentâWhy ârepent means change your mindâ is misleadingThe God Delusion â whatâs wrong with it?Three videos explaining how you can trust that the Bible hasnât been changed: Click HereHow to find Jesus in the Old Testament (my favorite series): Click HereMy video on Sola Scriptura: Click HereThe Bible doesnât teach that "faith is belief without evidence": Click HereMy website: https://BibleThinker.org
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Today's Time Stamps:
1. 0:04 {Confession Time} What did Mike get wrong about Genesis 2, relating to the topic of polygamy?
2. 9:16 {All Things vs. All This Through Christ?} The NIV changed Philippians 4:13 from I can do "all things" to "all this" which makes more sense to me in context. Do you think "all things" has been misused historically? Will other translations follow?
3. 14:52 and 19:57 {Unforgivable Sin in The Didache?} In the Didache, judging the spirits wrongly was included as the unforgivable sin. Could you explain why you think that is not the case?
4. 17:17 {Apathy vs. Anxiety} I have a lot of guilt/shame about not suffering for Christ the way missionaries and the persecuted church do. How do I find the balance between lukewarmness and anxiety that I'm not doing enough?
5. 27:27 {Can We Live More than 120 yrs?} How come people live more than 120 years when God said we wouldnât in Genesis 6:3?
6. 30:39 {Spiritual Power?} How can I argue biblically against the idea that we gain personal power/status in the spiritual realm by being full of the Spirit, and how does this relate to abiding in Christ & James 5-16?
7. 37:51 {Advice for Depression & Spiritual Dryness} When I was a teen, I had depression leading to a suicide attempt. Through God I'm still here, married, and have a family. I read/study the Bible and pray, but I feel lost and far from God. Advice?
8. 42:17 {The Doctrine of Impassability} Can you help me understand the doctrine of impassability a little bit better? It's confusing for me, and I'm not sure how to relate to the Lord and bring Him my pain, knowing this doctrine.
9. 47:11 {Balancing Ministry & Family} As a young youth pastor, I am struggling to balance my desire to fully invest time and energy into ministry, with also being married with 2 young boys (2 and 1). Can you give some good principles here?
10. 51:31 {If Trump Wins, Were the Prophets Right?} If Donald Trump gets elected this year, does that somehow validate any of the false prophets from 4 years ago who prophesied that he would have a second term?LINKS you may want:
An analysis of the unforgivable sin: Click HereRelated (somewhat) to divine impassibility: How could Jesus be tempted?: Click HereOn depression: Click HereI do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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Dear polygamists, youâre being lied to. Let me show you.
Timestamps
1. 9:27 Jesus told a parable about polygamy.
2. 33:55 Polygamy in the early church (1 Cor. 5).
3. 37:20 Moses was a polygamist.
4. 43:00 Monogamy destroyed the world.
5. 48:12 Polygamy was never tolerated, because it was good.
6. 55:02 How they define adultery.
7. 1:05:34 The Bible is mistranslated. A âwoman is possessed by a man.â
8. 1:20:44 Bible is mistranslated again. Pastors can be polygamists.
9. 1:33:29 God is a polygamist.
10. 1:49:06 Donât look at what Jesus said.
11. 1:51:22 Proof that the OT loves polygamy.
12. 1:56:59 David was âgivenâ Saulâs wives.
13. 1:57:32 Levirate marriage commands polygamy.
14. 1:58:41 The pro-polygamy movement is built on lies.Do you still have questions? Read THIS paper. It gives thoughtful responses to polygamist claims, including more info on levirate marriage and Saulâs wives being âgivenâ to David.
If a polygamist gets saved, should they get divorced?: Click Here
Jesus taught monogamy: Click Here
A survey of all polygamy related stuff in Genesis, and what it means: Click Here
Divorce and Remarriage: Everything the Bible Says about it: Click Here
Article on Vince Bantu, with links to evidence: Click Here
My Women in Ministry series (over 30 hours on all the debates): Click Here
My website: https://BibleThinker.org
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Most people don't realize that Hebrews 1 refers to the apocryphal book, "The Wisdom of Solomon" in addition to Proverbs 8. Once you do, this raises questions about whether or not Hebrews is teaching that Jesus was created, since those other books indicate that Wisdom was created and Hebrews connects Jesus to that very concept of Wisdom. We'll dig deep on that topic as we continue this detailed, verse-by-verse study of the book of Hebrews.
My notes from today's study: Click Here
New Hebrews series videos added HERE as they come out.
How often will I livestream this series?
Unlike series in the past, I won't have a particular live stream schedule for this. It won't be every week but, whenever I do make a new teaching in this series, I will try to do it on Mondays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time, to have some degree of consistency.Do you want more real Bible studies? See below:
Verse-by-verse series through the Gospel of Mark Verse-by-verse series through RomansVerse-by-verse series through 1 PeterThis is the original video from Andy Stanley which I am responding to: Click Here
I'm Mike Winger and my ministry, BibleThinker, is meant to help you learn to think biblically about everything.
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Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:04 {Ethical & Happy Non-Christians?} Can unsaved people âdo good worksâ? Why do unsaved people often appear to be happy and live seemingly ethical lives?
2. 24:11 {Calling Out False Teachers} Who is supposed to call out false teachings and false teachers? How should it be done? I'm struggling to find Scripture.
3. 31:22 {The Destruction of Jerusalem} Do you believe that in Luke 21:20 Jesus is talking about the destruction of Jerusalem for today's time?
4. 39:49 {How to Pray for our Enemies} How can we pray for our enemies biblically? Especially those actively trying to kill those you love.
5. 43:07 {Church Coffee Shops â Sinful?} A church in town opened a coffee shop in the foyer. Some say it's akin to a marketplace in the Temple, and others say since it's run at cost (or even below cost) that it's fine. What are your thoughts?
6. 48:55 {Paul & the Female Slave} Why was Paul annoyed with the possessed female slave in Acts 16:16 when she was actually telling the truth? What about Philippians 1:18?
7. 54:47 {Does God Grant Our Belief?} What does Philippians 1:29 mean when it says that God "grants" us belief in Him? Is this deterministic?
8. 1:00:29 {Anger at Godâs Word?} Do you have any specific advice on how to deal with emotions while reading the Bible? Recently, I canât even get through a few verses without feeling overwhelmed with anger or frustration!
9. 1:04:30 {Exodus: Conjugal Rights vs. Adultery?} Exodus 21:10 says a man married to multiple women shouldn't deny them conjugal rights. Isn't each instance of intimacy in that situation adultery against one wife?
10. 1:12:22 {The Purpose of The Church} What is the biblical purpose of the church, and do you believe modern Christianity is fulfilling that purpose today?
11. 1:22:46 Bonus: More commentary on question #6 above!LINKS you may be interested in:
If a polygamist gets saved, should he divorce his wives? Click HereThree videos on Jesus' predictions, which include the partial fulfillment idea:
1. Pandemics and Earthquakes Are NOT Signs: Mark Pt. 52
2. Jesus Said THIS Was The Sign to Watch For...But What Does it Mean?: Mark Pt. 53
3. What Will The Second Coming Look Like?: Mark Pt. 54
I do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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Jesus specifically refutes polygamy here.
Every example of polygamy in the book of Genesis: Click Here
My extensive series on women in ministry: Click Here
Rob's original video: Click Here
My website: https://BibleThinker.org
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Today's Time Stamps:
1. 0:09 {Genesis & Polygamy} Does the book of Genesis support polygamy?
2. 31:45 {Christ is âGodâsâ?} In 1 Corinthians 3:23, what does it mean that Christ is âGodâsâ?
3. 37:41 {When God Protects 1 Person but Not Another} How do we respond if God spares us from harm but not others (e.g., during the recent hurricanes)? I know we should trust His will and use our resources to serve, but it is still a complex topic.
4. 42:39 {Stay Focused on Christ!} How do I keep my mind on Jesus all day? I often get so distracted and conform to the ways of people around me. This is the thing I struggle with the most. Iâd love your advice!
5. 47:15 {Eschatological Connections} Do Dispensational Premillennials see a connection between John 12:31 and Revelation 20:1-3?
6. 54:04 {Godâs Creation of Those Who Would Fall} If God is all-knowing and foresaw the suffering that would result from the fall of Satan, Adam, and Eve, affecting billions, why would He create them, knowing the pain that would follow?
7. 59:47 {Thoughts on The Bible Project} What are your thoughts on The Bible Project?
8. 1:05:15 {Our Motive for Good Deeds} Is it good to do good deeds purely to get heavenly rewards, since you have such great faith in the reward? Or is it bad because your motives are selfish/reward-centered and not centered around love for others?
9. 1:10:55 {Being a Stay At Home Mom} How do you find meaning in being a stay at home mom and not pursuing a career at the moment?
10. 1:17:47 {Advice for a New Youth Pastor} I just started into youth ministry. Jesus saved me in college; I never had a youth minister, and the position didnât come with a manual. Any resources, recommendations, wisdom, etc.?I do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
To ask a question you'll need to follow these instructions:1. Don't post your question before you see me live on camera.
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Links:
Discernment about Halloween: Click HereIf a polygamist gets saved, do they keep all their wives, or divorce them? Click Here How Jesus taught monogamy: Click Here -
Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:07 {Are Atheists Gullible?} Why do I say that atheists tend to be gullible?
2. 28:08 {Rapture: Do We Have a Choice?} Assuming a rapture, are we irresistibly taken, or is it a choice to leave with Him? I ask irrespective of Calvinistic irresistible grace. Luke 17:31-36 seems to indicate both.
3. 34:09 {The Multiple Beings of Polytheistic Religions} If God is one being and three persons (one âWHATâ and three âWHOs,â what would two beings of gods look like in false religions? How would those beings be differentiated in a way that the Trinity is not?
4. 40:00 {About Natural Selection} Regarding natural selection, I recently had a class on that topic in college and was a bit confused on how we, as Christians, should approach that topic with others.
5. 44:37 {No Persecution = No Godliness?} 2 Timothy 3:12 says, âAll who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.â Iâm not being persecuted. Does this mean Iâm not living a godly life?
6. 49:56 {King Nebuchadnezzar â Saved?} I was wondering your thoughts on King Nebuchadnezzar. Do you think he was saved, based on Daniel 4?
7. 1:00:17 {Does Satan Always Need Godâs Permission?} Does Satan have to come to God any time he messes with us? I have a friend using Job as proof that Satan needs permission to mess with us, too.
8. 1:06:17 {Jesus Calling Out for Elijah?} On the cross, why did the Jewish people think Jesus was calling out for Elijah (Matthew 27:47)?
9. 1:07:49 {Staying Encouraged in Todayâs Culture} How do you stay encouraged in todayâs culture? The culture is so discouraging. I sometimes feel like a failure because other Christians seem to âhave it all together.â Also, how can we pray for you?
10. 1:15:06 {How You Can Be Blameless} How do you become blameless before God (Philippians 2:15-18)?~ Bonus Prayer Request: 1:20:37 Please pray for my cousinâs 3 grandchildren. A car wreck on Friday has left one paralyzed and 2 in still in the ICU. One has had 7 surgeries so far. They are all under age 12.
I do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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5. Include specific verse references when possible or applicable.Links:
Destroying the myth that religion is the cause of most wars: Click HereDismantling Richard Dawkins' "The God Delusion": Click HereDebate between William Lane Craig and Christopher Hitchens. Note the lack of arguments from Hitchens: Click HereThe Mark series playlist. Iâve got teaching on eschatology in this series, as well as that video on the ending of Mark that I mentioned today: Click Here -
Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:05 {What Did the Pope Say?} Have some of the things Pope Francis has recently said been heretical?
2. 39:27 {Does Sin Cause Illness?} Does sinning cause physical illness? Does refraining from sinning stop it? John 9:3 and John 5:14 seem to say both are true. Is this a contradiction?
3. 43:17 {Casting Pearls before Swine} In what ways or in what situations might Matthew 7:6 be applicable today?
4. 49:24 {Was David Conceived in Adultery?} In Psalm 51:5, David says that in sin his mother conceived him. Is he saying that he has been in sin since his conception, or that his mother was in sin when she conceived him? Was David born in adultery?
5. 55:26 {Is Calvinism Heresy?} Why isnât Calvinism more strongly condemned among non-Calvinists? The doctrine essentially teaches that God will punish people for something completely out of their control, which makes God seem unjust.
6. 1:02:35 {Is God Prideful?} Is God prideful? If our purpose in life is to glorify God, does that mean we were created only to praise Him? I know He is worthy of praise, but was He seeking praise by creating us?
7. 1:05:49 {Bible Typography} How important is Bible typography? For example, the way the KJV arranges paragraphs makes context harder to understand than in the ESV.
8. 1:10:12 {Standing With Israel?} With all of the tensions and things going on over in Israel, how should we be responding to those weâre surrounded by who hate Israel? They donât seem to understand why we stand with Israel.
9. 1:13:56 {Was Simon Always âPeterâ?} Catholics always say Jesus changed Simonâs name to Peter. However, previous verses (Matthew 16:16, John 21:15, Matthew 4:18, and Luke 5:8) refer to him as Simon Peter. Jesus says, âYou are PeterâŠâ not âFrom now on, you are Peter.â Was Simon always known as Peter?
10. 1:20:35 {Adam â âLeave & Cleaveâ?} How do you interpret Genesis 2:24? How could Adam come with such a statement, since he had no earthly mother or father?I do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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You can hear the pope's speech, where he said all religions arrive at God, at this link which will take you right to where it begins: Click HereThe CURRENT translation that the Vatican has for this: Click HereDays after that event, the pope doubled down in saying God wants the richness of other religions and that religious identities are a gift of God.
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Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:10 {The Chosenâs New Book} Did The Chosen make their own Gospel?
2. 29:00 {Our Attitude when God Works Through Us} Is it sinful for a Christian to be pleased when God enables them to do a good work (Isaiah 64:6, Galatians 6:4)?
3. 34:27 {Is YHWH Biased?} How do we know YHWH isn't just BIASED with His Word (as one would be in any form of competition), when God says "There is no other, beside Me there is no God" in Isaiah 45:5 or "I know not any" in Isaiah 44:8?
4. 43:27 {Did Christ Become the HS?} Does 1 Corinthians 15:45 mean that Christ became the Holy Spirit? I was taught this growing up, but it seems like Modalism to me now. I canât break from this reading of the verse since I left that group.
5. 54:30 {How to Love Your Neighbor As Yourself} What does it mean to love your neighbor as yourself? Do I put their needs equal to mine, or above mine?
6. 58:48 {Are Believers âPriestsâ?} What are the implications of believers being called to be "A Holy Priesthood" (1 Peter 2:5)? Does this mean we need to view ourselves as priests?
7. â1:04:00 {Typology = Eisegesis?} Is it eisegesis to interpret the Old Testament as depicting Jesus? I commonly hear this objection from Jews who say Christians are "inserting their theology into our book."
8. â1:10:29 {Tongues = Vain Repetition?} Would it be fair to consider the way some churches use tongues in opposition to 1 Corinthians 14 as a form of "vain repetition" (Matthew 6:5-8)?
9. â1:19:23 {How to Know if We Should Marry Someone} What are some biblical ways to help you decide if you should marry someone?
10. 1:24:24 {Why Evangelize?} Why should we evangelize, other than because God tells us to? If it would be God's will for someone to hear about Him, wouldn't God's will happen anyway? And based on Matthew 10:14-15, wouldnât they be worse off?Links that may interest you...
A playlist of videos teaching through the Gospel of Mark from start to finish: Click HereThe Evidence for the Bible playlist: Click HereI do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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5. Include specific verse references when possible or applicable.My website: https://BibleThinker.org
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Today's Time Stamps:
1. 0:31 {How to Pray Without Ceasing} What does it mean to "pray without ceasing" as instructed in 1Thessalonians 5:17, and how do we practically achieve this?
2. 17:44 {Proof of Annihilationism?} Does Isaiah 66:24 prove annihilationism? The only counter verse seems to be Revelation 14:10-11 and most of the Bible talks about Sheol, perishing, or the wages being death.
3. 25:35 {WHY is Cussing Wrong?} I know I'm "supposed to" believe cuss words are bad to use as a Christian, but can you help me REALLY understand why? Most of them don't "feel" wrong to say in casual settings, especially if I'm by MYSELF (home alone and I trip or something).
4. 33:11 {Demons Drowning â Why?} When Jesus cast the Legion of demons into the swine, why do they proceed to drown themselves? It showed the validity of the man being healed, but what was the actual reason for the demons to do so?
5. 38:37 {Can We Truly Learn if Forgiven?} My friend says he doesn't want forgiveness because he won't learn from his mistakes if he doesn't face consequences. How would you respond?
6. 45:26 {Must All People Hear before Rapture?} Does Matthew 24:14 teach that the rapture will not happen until all people groups hear the Gospel? Or could Christ return before this happens?
7. 53:39 {Marriage in Godâs Eyes} What does it take for someone to be considered married in the eyes of God? A ceremony? A presiding religious leader? Religious words spoken? Having a legal certificate? Intimate acts?
8. 1:01:35 {Are We Judged Twice?} Are we judged twice? Luke 16:19-23 and Revelation 20:11-13 suggest so.
9. 1:09:41 {Can WE Bless GOD?} Popular worship song lyrics say things like "I bless You" (as in we humans can bless God) and "You are enough, so I am enough." Is this biblical? Does Christ's righteousness imparted onto us also make us "enough"?
10. 1:20:27 {Voting for the âLesser of 2 Evilsâ?} Is it biblical to vote for âthe lesser of two evilsâ? Could you point to something in Scripture to help us understand why or why not?Links you may be interested in...
What is the Abomination of Desolation (the sign of the End Times)? Click HereWhat We Got Wrong about the End Times: Click HereMore on Trump: Click HereOn Christian Cussing: Click HereI do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
To ask a question in an upcoming session, you'll need to follow these instructions:
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5. Include specific verse references when possible or applicable.My website: https://BibleThinker.org
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Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:00 {How Does God Reveal Himself Today?} Why did God reveal Himself to ignorant people 2,000 years ago? Why doesnât God do it for everyone today?
2. 25:45 {More Than One Interpretation?} Can Scripture have more than one correct interpretation? I know Psalm 22 can, but Catholics believe this is so with Peter as the rock in Matthew 16:18 or Mary in Revelation 12. Is there a good method to test Scripture for this?
3. 36:00 {Multiplying Gifts & Producing Fruit} What does the word âinterestâ mean (spiritually speaking) in Luke 19:23? How can one not multiply Godâs gifts but still produce fruit?
4. 44:13 {Learning from Fallen Pastors?} Do you think it's wise to listen to preachers who have "fallen from grace" like Mark Driscoll? I find much of his preaching very life-giving, but I get judgment from other Christians.
5. 52:26 {The Purpose of the HSâs Intercession} In Romans 8:26-27, does the Spirit intercede in order to clarify what's in our hearts to God, or is it more to help us understand God's will and how He can help us mend our troubled hearts?
6. 57:04 {Is there Time in Heaven?} Looking at these passages, is there time in Heaven? 2 Peter 3:8, Ephesians 1:10, Revelation 21, Daniel 9:13.
7. 1:07:51 {Do our Lives Affect our Eternity?} Is our ability to rule and reign with God in His new world forever (Revelation 22:5) dependent on how we serve God in our lifetime for His mission (Luke 19:17)?
8. 1:12:57 {Serving God in our Professions} I am a DJ on a secular radio station. Knowing what's in many of the songs, I wonder if I am not pleasing the Lord by being in this job. Is this a matter of conscience?
9. 1:16:38 {Did Jonah Actually Die?} Did Jonah die? I was introduced to this theory by social media and was surprised to see a lot of people think he died and was risen based off of Jonah 2:1-6, Jewish tradition, and The Sign of Jonah.
10. 1:25:05 {Nazirite Vows â Why Long Hair?} If long hair for men is a disgrace by nature (1 Corinthians 11:14), then why is it part of the Nazirite vow in Numbers 6:5?Links you may want:
My church is having a Men's Conference: Details HERE (just scroll to the bottom of the page at that link) My video on head coverings, where I also get into men's hair length: Click HEREEvidence for the Resurrection of Jesus (playlist): Click HEREMy website: https://BibleThinker.org
I do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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1. 0:23 {Is God Ignoring Your Prayers?} If prayer is effective, why do so many prayers seem to go unanswered, especially in desperate situations?
2. 32:12 {Children/Procreation on the New Earth?} How are there children in the Eternal Kingdom on Earth (Isaiah 11:6-9)? Any child resurrected would mature during the Millennium, right? Does this mean there could be procreation on the New Earth?
3. 39:44 {Having our Roots Deep in Christ} I recently read Mark 4 (the Parable of the Sower) and was convicted about not having my roots deep enough in Christ. What are some practical ways of achieving this?
4. 47:05 {Jesusâ Deity in Scripture} Where does the Bible teach that the deity of Jesus is a salvation/damnation issue? For example, in Athens (Acts 17), it seems weird that Paul didn't explicitly teach this. John 8, perhaps?
5. 57:52 {When Parents Oppose Church Attendance} My parents are Mormon. I'm an 18 year-old Christian. They don't want me to go to a Christian church. How do I confront them or ask them if I can go back? Any advice would be great.
6. 1:02:49 {âGod Bless Youâ to Non-Believers?} Is it appropriate to say to a non-believer, âMay God bless you,â e.g., in a greeting card or in a new endeavor? It could be perceived as âMay God give you good stuff.â
7. 1:06:28 {Unequally Yoked Wedding Attendance?} Considering 2 Corinthians 6:14-16, is it OK to go to a wedding when you know the couple is unequally yoked?
8. 1:14:54 {Disciples Knew they Had the Spirit?} In Acts 19:2, Paul asks the disciples if they have received the Holy Spirt. How would they KNOW they received the Holy Spirit? Was there a type of evidence then that we donât necessarily see today?
9. 1:22:05 {Evangelism for the Ineloquent} Everyone seems to have their way of sharing the Gospel: street-preaching, pastoring, etc. How do I know how God has called me to share the Gospel? I'm not good socially, but I want to reach people.
10. 1:27:03 {Secular Songs During Worship?} What are your thoughts on Churches playing a secular song before worship? Theyâve defended this practice with 1 Corinthians 9.The Hebrews series has begun! CLICK HERE for the first in our study through the book of Hebrews.
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If you can understand the book of Hebrews, you'll understand most of the Bible.
Hebrews is the key to the Old Testament and shows us how to see Jesus in all of the Scriptures. I'll be doing an overview of the entire book today but moving slowly through Hebrews in subsequent videos in this series. This is just the beginning of a new verse-by-verse study through the book of Hebrews. I'll cover Christology, bibliology, soteriology, apologetics, cults, Hebrew Roots, and so much more. We'll go deep into complex topics, but in a way that's meant to be accessible for normal people.Video Map:
Intro: 0:00
Chapter 1: 4:32
Chapter 2: 29:31
Chapter 3: 34:06
Chapter 4: 39:59
Chapter 5: 49:29
Chapter 6: 59:41
Chapter 7: 1:05:07
Chapter 8: 1:18:14
Chapter 9: 1:25:48
Chapter 10: 1:32:44
Chapter 11: 1:38:41
Chapter 12: 1:43:33
Chapter 13: 1:54:05How often will I livestream this series?
Unlike series in the past, I won't have a particular live stream schedule for this. It won't be every week but, whenever I do make a new teaching in this series, I will try to do it on Mondays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time to have some degree of consistency."I want more Bible studies, Mike!" ...
Verse-by-verse series through the Gospel of MarkVerse-by-verse series through RomansVerse-by-verse series through 1 PeterLooking for my notes from today? Here they are, free of charge.
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Today's Time Stamps:
1. 0:33 {The Changing Morality of the Bible?} Why does God seem more wrathful in the Old Testament and more forgiving and loving in the New Testament? Does the Bible have changing morals?
2. 33:29 {Balancing our Time Wisely} How can we find a healthy balance between time with God and entertainment, like reading non-Christian books?
3. 37:34 {Burned Works = Unsaved Soul?} Regarding 1 Corinthians 3:15, how can someone be saved if their work is burned up? Wouldnât the frailty of their work suggest that their faith wasnât true in the first place?
4. 46:57 {The Point of the New Covenant} Whatâs the point of the New Covenant when salvation has always been through faith?
5. 54:53 {Who is Asherah?} Who is Asherah? I saw a video that claims sheâs Godâs forbidden wife. Who is she, from a biblical perspective?
6. 1:00:21 {How Much Detail do we Confess?} When we, as Christians, confess our sins to God, how detailed should we be? Two verses that come to my mind are Psalm 139:23-24.
7. 1:05:28 {When & How Much to Give to Others?} My wifeâs nephew is transgender, is here illegally (USA), and recently got married to a man. He asked my wife if she could help pay for his immigration paperwork. Am I wrong for saying no?
8. 1:12:43 {Be Quiet & MYOB?} In 1 Thessalonians 4:11 we are told to be quiet and mind our own business. How does that play out in a time where there is so much wrong in the world and in the Church? How are you doing it? You are the best!
9. 1:26:33 {Strengthening our âStudy Musclesâ} What are some ways to make reading the Bible easier? Iâm not saying I want the Scriptures diluted or anything, but Iâm not a very good reader and I just end up getting frustrated and quitting.
10. 1:31:33 {Was Jesus Silent?} In Mark and Matthew, Jesus remains silent which amazes Pilate, but in John, He delivers explanations. What are your thoughts on this subject, and how would you handle it when presented?Bonus Q for Fun! 1:34:28 Why do you and so many other pastors like the LOTR so much?
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Evidence for the Bible series playlistHow the sacrifices of Leviticus point to ChristHow the high priests' garments point to ChristThe book of Mark verse-by-verse study with emphasis on theology and apologeticsI do this live stream most Fridays at 1 p.m. Pacific Time. You're welcome to join.
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Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:11 {Trumpâs 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 Molech, 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 donât want to start needless arguments online, but I also sometimes worry that Iâm 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 âGod will give them up to the lust in their hearts to defile their bodies.â 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 Godâs Chief Trait?} Is love Godâs 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 â Biblical?} What are your thoughts on listening to recorded sermons, specifically âpraying alongâ 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 â Just for fun! In Genesis 4:8, Cain killed his brother. I feel like it was because he was Abel. Your thoughts?I take YOUR questions from the live chat on anything related to Christianity and thinking biblically about everything.
First up, is Trump's Christianity real Christianity? And my concerns about the rise of cultural Christianity. I can already feel people getting mad at me and they don't even know what I'm going to say. Oh well, it needs to be said.
LINKS:
Restoring Faith - the charity I am highlighting today: Click HereA serious study of the passage where Jesus said "cut off your hand" and how to apply it: Click HereA helpful video on Trump's beliefs from my friend, the YT channel Whaddo You Meme??: Click HereThe new and dangerous Trump prophet, Brandon Biggs: Click HereMy website: https://BibleThinker.org
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Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:
1. 0:23 {Delivering Someone Over to Satan?} What does the Bible mean when it says to "deliver such a one over to Satan for the destruction of his flesh"?
2. 17:30 {Prophecy = Preaching the Word?} I hear many Bible teachers say that the New Testament gift of prophecy is merely proclaiming/preaching the Word; it is never predictive or revelatory. That doesnât seem right to me. Could you give us your take?
3. 25:37 {Are Insulting Names Sometimes Appropriate?} Does Jesus calling the Pharisees fools, vipers, and whitewashed tombs give Christians a license to call our enemies insulting names?
4. 31:36 {Can a Vow to God be Cancelled?} At age 19, I made a lifetime vow to God (not marital) that 31 years later seems counterproductive in light of new insight & circumstances. Is there a biblical case to cancel a vow despite Ecclesiastes 5:4-6?
5. 38:06 {Dangerous Recreational Activities} What does the Bible say about participating in dangerous activities, particularly those that are recreational, such as riding motorcycles, mountain climbing, big wave surfing, etc.?
6. 46:30 {Chuck Missler & the Hologram Theory} Have you heard of Pastor Chuck Missler and his endorsement of the Hologram Theory (the idea that there is no gravity beyond our solar system, a holographic representation of Godâs Creation)?
7. 50:20 {Temptations from the Flesh vs. the Enemy} Is it possible to discern between temptations that come from Satan and those that come from within due to the sinful desires of flesh?
8. 55:42 {Meaning of âTo Live Is Christâ} What does it mean when Paul says "For me to live is Christâ? I've never heard someone use a phrase where an action or state of being IS a person.
9. 1:04:28 {The Sonship of Jesus} A local church believes Jesus was literally the Son of God before the incarnation who "proceeded out of the Father" just like Eve from Adam. Can you help me understand the Sonship of Jesus?
10. 1:07:51 {Idolatry Today} What does idol worship look like in a more modern sense?
Bonus: 1:14:44 {Prayer Request} Will you pray for my mom, Kelly? She was diagnosed with breast cancer and has started chemo, but they found a mass on her liver. Not sure if it's cancer but it has grown in the last month. Through this she has been saved! We pray God's will is for her to be healed, but most importantly, for her testimony to live!I take YOUR questions from the live chat on anything related to Christianity and thinking biblically about everything.
LINKS:
The new and dangerous Trump prophet, Brandon Biggs: Click Here
My website: https://BibleThinker.org
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He rose to popularity because of the Trump assassination attempt prophecy, but his followers are going to suffer greatly if they don't abandon this false prophet. Here's the evidence that Brandon Biggs is more dangerous than you think.
Time Stamp Map
0:00 - Intro
1. 2:25 The Trump Prophecy
2. 25:00 The Many, Many Prophecies of Brandon Biggs
3. 42:26 Examples of Brandonâs Past Prophecies he Claims have Been Fulfilled
4. 49:50 Brandonâs Failures/False Prophecies
5. 1:19:22 Brandonâs Prophecies for 2024 and Into Next Year
6. 1:42:28 âWhen Brandon is Wrong, Heâs Still Right.â
7. 1:54:10 Brandonâs Prophecies for Our Future
8. 2:08:30 Doomsday Prophecies
9. 2:11:41 2024 Politics â Whatâs In Store According to Brandon?
10. 2:20:59 A Correction for Christian YouTubers & My Favorite Message from BrandonMy website: https://BibleThinker.org
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