10 Questions with Mike Winger (Episode 26)

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:

0:00 - Intro
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 {Jesus’ 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 {“God Bless You” to Non-Believers?} Is it appropriate to say to a non-believer, “May God bless you,” e.g., in a greeting card or in a new endeavor? It could be perceived as “May God give you good stuff.”
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 don’t 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? They’ve defended this practice with 1 Corinthians 9.

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[sarahfaith]

Question Time Stamps for Quick Reference:

0:00 - Intro
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 {Jesus’ 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 {“God Bless You” to Non-Believers?} Is it appropriate to say to a non-believer, “May God bless you, ” e.g., in a greeting card or in a new endeavor? It could be perceived as “May God give you good stuff.”
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 don’t 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? They’ve defended this practice with 1 Corinthians 9.

[yeshuaislord]

Last December we lost our baby, my wife was 20 weeks pregnant. There were issues the last six weeks of the pregnancy and i prayed and prayed that our daughter would live. But we lost her. It hurt and still hurts because we loved her even though she was not yet born. In that moment i chose to trust the Lord, it was hard and it hurt but i just kept thinking about revelation 21:4-8 when he will wipe every tear and there will be no more death. My wife is now 25 weeks pregnant with a son who will be born in November or December Lord willing. All we can do is trust in Jesus that he is sovereign and he hears us and cares. He is faithful and in him we can rest even in our mourning and hurt. He is good

[farmingmama]

Thank you. We lost our oldest child in December 2021. The pain and confusion is too much. I thought God would protect my children. Knowing that His plan includes my child dying has shaken my entire world. I will listen to this episode over and over. My husband refuses to listen to anything, but I was able to get him to listen to this. Thank you.

[andrewmoraes]

3:04 “Your faith should not hang on your prayers. Your prayers should hang on your faith”

[debbielandgren]

I just prayed on Monday that God would help my heart not to feel disappointed with Him because of an unanswered prayer. Every day this week God has highlighted Scripture in my regular reading that has brought such comfort to my soul. Although my heart is still heavy, how could I be disappointed in God Who has been interacting with me, reminding me of His goodness and faithful character! And then the first question today on this stream!

[kristinkellerhardi]

Mike I know you’re a cat lover, so I humbly ask if you see this that you’d say a quick prayer of comfort for my family over the sudden tragic death of our cat this week. Thank you for all you do for the body of Christ❤

[TruthIsAsOldAsGod]

9 years ago and 19 years as a born again believer, I prayed believing that God would allow Austin Stephanos and Perry Cohen to be found when they went missing in a boat off the coast of Florida. They were never found. It truly did rock my faith. I believed with all my heart and soul that they would be found and prayed so fervently that at one point I 🤮

It took me quite awhile to recover from that whole scenario. I know two of the family members of one of the boys.

From then on, I prayed for His will to be done. And I trust Him for the outcome always. It kind of takes the pressure off to not expect a preconceived outcome but to trust His plan. ❤

[megalopolis]

I'm standing in the gap, praying daily for my family's salvation, healing, and reconciliation. God Loves my family even more than I do. He is The Great Physician, and they're in the best Hands. My biggest duty is to draw nearer to Him, and trust Him more.

[debiwallace]

Just because we haven't seen some of our prayers answered doesn't mean God isn't working. We live by faith not by sight. Pray without ceasing!

[nancyarmstrong]

Thank you Mike for reminding me that God does hear me. Praying with gratitude is important even in times of crisis and silence.

[ChristinewithaC]

Thank you for your beautiful explanation, Mike! When I was praying for my dad to be healed from ALS I had full faith that God could heal him, but my dad died and someone told me that God gave him the ultimate healing. God did answer my prayer, just not the way I wanted him to. I’m glad he’s pain free in heaven.

[tajdavis]

God has answered more prayers than not in my life. Even in the midst of heartbreak God has been faithful.

[claudiaperfetti]

The thing is how many things we just don't give our own children when they ask, sometimes they are ridiculous, or untimely, or they just don't understand how the real world works! It's not unfair to say we know so little compared to God! We just have to trust!! Through our tears He will help us see a rainbow when we look at the light of his face. ❤❤

[towibabe]

Love the reminders from question #1, my mom has autoimmune and chronic pain issues, and starting in July has had unexplained abdominal pain that even after several tests we still don't know what is causing it. It's been a very long two months and I have honestly asked God why He doesn't heal her, but I still praise Him every day for what He has done will continue to do.

[VelmaLong]

God added 15 years to Hezekiah's life. I enjoy your teachings very much. Just keep digging deeper always. Jesus is so wonderful and worthy of our obedience.

[MrsCheb]

I definitely feel like Jesus saved me and my husband through the fire. I grew up Christian but I never knew Christ until now. Thanks Mike Winger for your channel. It helps me so much. I told my doctor about you! I hope he checks you out because he seemed interested.

[JillCee]

Mike, I appreciate that you encourage for people to seek out answers for themselves and thinking critically to approach this topic instead of being the go-to for answers. Sign of a great teacher… one who really wants people to be equipped to think and seek God in the process.

[mambamentality]

“I can’t snap my self out of it, so I’ll position myself out of it” 😩😩❤️ that’s beautiful

[victoriadebarow]

U probably saved my life w/question #1. No joke. I was in the thick of it, on The Throne, punching 😢at God & telling him how to God & giving ultimatums & truly spinning out. Scripture is so right to warn against that mindset. It's terrifying to live thru. Thank u for some much needed "u need to sit all the way down & give careful thought to your ways" perspective, Mike. 💔🙏

[Rolando_Cueva]

Sometimes it's just not His will. And sometimes He does answer, but in unexpected ways.

Oh God, thy kingdom come, thy will be done 🙏🏻