Episodes

There are nine primary supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit listed in Corinthians 12. However, according to Catholic theology, there are only seven gifts of the Holy Spirit—and the list is quite different, being drawn from Isaiah 11. Which one is biblical and correct? An important study. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website : www.toCatholicswithlove.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministr...

Catholicism proposes that Jesus, toward the end of His ministry, ordained Peter as the head of the church. They insist that he was the first pope and that his apostolic office has since been inherited by an unbroken line of Catholic leaders considered to be “the vicar of Christ in the earth” (God’s chief representative). Is this true or merely a religious tradition? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: www.to...

Why is the “Golden Rule” found in almost every major religion? Some truth seekers insist that because of commonalities like this weaving their way through so many religions, they must be equally legitimate paths to Ultimate Reality. Is that right or wrong? If this concept is found in the Scripture base of multiple worldviews, how did it get there? There are three possible answers. See which one you believe. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministrie...

Are New Age positive affirmations and biblically-based confessions of faith the same thing? Or, are there major differences? Listen to 10 primary points of comparison and make up your own mind. Some Christians, out of concern they are dabbling in New Age practices, teach against the practice of positive confessions of faith. By doing so, are they “throwing out the baby with the bath water”? This teaching will shine the light of revelation on this controversial concept. Comparative religion webs...

“All religions are one—we all worship the same God!” You hear this opinion voiced quite often. But is it true? If a Muslim, or a Sikh, or a Hindu, or a New Ager claims to love God and worship God—is it audacious and ludicrous for a Christian to deny the legitimacy of that claim? Or is there a different explanation that is sound, loving, logical and true? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: www.toCatholicswit...

In just 66 words, “The Lord’s Prayer” contrasts biblical doctrine to other world religions on major issues like the nature of God, the nature of the universe, and the nature of true salvation. Each phrase uniquely identifies an essential truth. What apologetic genius from the Lord Jesus Christ! You will never view this prayer the same again. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Vid...

Meditation, according to the Bible, is much different than the prescription for meditation found in Far Eastern religions and New Age spirituality. It is not mechanical; it is relational. It’s a normal outgrowth of walking with God in a personal and loving way. Instead of striving for emptiness of mind, quite the opposite, it involves filling the mind with worshipful, deep ponderings toward the Creator. The result? At choice times, God breathes inspired insights into our minds and hearts by the ...

Many religions offer meditation techniques with promises of spiritual awakenings, contact with beings on higher planes, access into supernatural realms, or simply supernatural peace of mind. We will examine methods found in Buddhism, Hinduism, Sufism, Shamanism, New Age Spirituality, and even Catholicism, and contrast them to the correct biblical view. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: www.toCatholicswithl...

Are all human beings in “the image of God”? Where does that expression come from? Was the “image” lost because of the fall of Adam? If so, was it completely lost or partially lost? Is true Christianity the only means by which that image can be fully restored? What facilitates that process? When will it be completed? A lot of questions need to be answered. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveminist...

God is constantly speaking to the entire human race, in both subtle and profound ways. Not everyone has ears to hear, but for the spiritually thirsty and the spiritually sensitive, His communications are numerous, powerful, and awe-inspiring. Jesus promised that His sheep hear His voice. Learn to be sensitive and responsive to His communications. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All ...

What are “The Eight Limbs of Yoga”? According to Patanjali’s writings in the Yoga Sutras of Hinduism, these must be taken to achieve God-consciousness (“Samadhi”). Interestingly, there are both areas of agreement and strong contradictions between Patanjali’s ideas and biblical teaching. We will explore both. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video fo...

Many popular Christian books train believers how to identify and overcome “The Jezebel Spirit.” Is there such a thing? Is there biblical proof? Is it right to use the two Jezebels in the Bible to identify the activities of a demon that is given the same name and still active in this era? Is this sound biblical revelation or theological imagination? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Purc...

DO CATHOLICS BELIEVE ONLY CATHOLICS HAVE ETERNAL LIFE? Will only Catholics be saved in the end, according to doctrines of Catholicism? Does the Catholic Catechism seem to contradict itself on this primary and pivotal issue? Are there provisions for non-Catholics to experience ultimate salvation? What are the keys to salvation according to the Bible? These answers have eternal relevance! Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: ...

When you hear the word “apocalypse,” what images come to mind? Do you imagine massive destruction and cataclysmic chaos reigning over humanity worldwide? You may be quite surprised to find out the true meaning is something quite the opposite and very positive. In fact, it means four different levels of a powerful revelation. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Comparative religion website...

Why is the word “OM” considered so sacred and powerful? How many religions recognize it as a spiritually potent word? Why is it connected to three of the most revered gods of the Hindu pantheon: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva? How should Christian believers react to the use of this word? Does it have anything to do with John 1:1, as some gurus propose? Many vitally important questions will be answered. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The ...

Have you ever wondered why some insurance companies label hurricanes, tornados, floods, and wildfires as “acts of God”? Is it true that the Almighty is to blame for these cataclysmic calamities in the natural world? Or are there other ways of explaining these aspects of the human dilemma? Recent heartbreaking events in North Carolina and California have certainly caused questions like these to surface in our hearts. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreve...

It is believed in Catholicism that during the sacrament of Confirmation, the seal of the Holy Spirit is imparted, completing the work of salvation that begins at baptism. A Catholic bishop lays hands on each candidate, commands this ‘sealing’ to take place, and a new name (the name of a patron saint) is conferred. Does this supernatural impartation actually take place or is it just another religious ritual? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministrie...

Four revered Catholic churches in Rome have “holy doors” that have been sealed for almost ten years but are now being opened by the pope for a Jubilee year in 2025. Catholics who pass through those doors are promised a plenary indulgence (an escape from all punishment awaiting them in Purgatory). Millions of pilgrims will be headed to Rome during the coming year. Is this a powerful rite or just an empty ritual? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveminis...

When the Messiah was born in Bethlehem, a celestial choir of multitudes of angels announced His coming with the declaration: “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” Discover the revelation hidden in these three short phrases that pulls back the veil on the mystery of all mysteries: the incarnation. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Comparative religion we...

What is the difference between natural religion and revealed religion? Has God, from the beginning, witnessed His reality in natural ways for the benefit of all humanity? Has He also revealed Himself supernaturally to certain blessed individuals chosen to walk with Him and represent Him in this world? How do both approaches fit into God’s eternal plan? An intriguing study. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toC...

When discussing the nature of the Godhead, Christians, Hindus, Sikhs, and New Agers all passionately insist, “There is only one God!” Do they all mean the same thing by that terse, five-word statement? Or are there drastically different ways of interpreting this simple phrase? In His conversation with the woman at the well, Jesus unveiled the mystery—profoundly. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshrev...

A new prayer app called “Hallow” is getting a lot of attention among believers. However, do the teachings and services on this app present a true biblical approach to prayer or are concepts being promoted that are false? The word “hallowed” means holy or sacred. Only correct prayer methods could ever be labeled “hallowed.” The “true light” on this vitally important subject needs to be revealed. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video c...

One of the most valued aspects of being Catholic is the sacrament of reconciliation: confessing your sins to a priest, receiving absolution (cleansing), and performing the assigned penance. There are five main reasons I no longer believe these three things are necessary to be forgiven and restored to a right relationship with God. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts a...

Many Christian denominations teach infant baptism, including the Catholic Church in which I was raised. Is this a legitimate biblical tradition, or is it based on a misunderstanding of Scripture? Even if parents who do this are sincere, are they basing their hopes on a doctrinal foundation that crumbles when examined closely? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are sh...