Episodes

Several popular Christian worship songs propose that believers can breathe in the Spirit of God. A respected Charismatic pastor recently put out a video teaching greater peace can be achieved by inhaling deeply and saying, “I breathe you in Holy Spirit.” Is such an action even possible? Can our lungs contain the presence of God or does He dwell in our hearts? Is there a difference between human breath and the breath of God? Is this concept a mixed bag of biblical, far eastern, and new age belief...

Should human beings seek angelic encounters, initiating conversations with these celestial beings? New Agers celebrate this practice, even encouraging the use of Angel Cards. Surprisingly, some Christian teachers also insist that communicating with angels is a legitimate approach. Is this a wonderful opportunity or a dangerous deception? You decide! Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries A...

Can human beings direct angels to do their bidding? Some Bible teachers say that Christians can and should. Angels are ministering spirits sent forth to minister to and for the heirs of salvation, so shouldn’t we exert some kind of authority over them? Is believing in this doctrine an open door leading to the miraculous or a Pandora’s box that could result in chaos? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikes...

Angels are mentioned over 250 times in the Bible. Their God-given purpose is inseparably intertwined with God’s plan for humankind. Does every person have a guardian angel? Is there such a thing as “an angel of death”? What are the divisions in the angelic kingdom? What are seraphim? What are cherubim? Explore exciting truths and deceptive misconceptions. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveminist...

So many mysteries surround these celestial beings that God sends forth to minister to the heirs of salvation. How were they created? Can angels assume human form? What are the seven major roles they fill in administrating God’s affairs in heaven and earth? What’s revealed by the original Hebrew and Greek words? We know angels are vitally important to the plans and purposes of God. However, there are many misconceptions and differing opinions in various religions concerning their nature, their fu...

What amazing truths are revealed through the biblical imagery of “the tree of life”! Intriguingly, similar concepts (erroneous and incorrect) are also found in Buddhism, Islam, and mystical Judaism (Kabbala)—which we review on this episode. However, when we embrace the ten times this renowned tree is mentioned in the Bible, stretching from the book of Genesis to the book of the Revelation, the door of a profound insight opens that will usher you into some of the deepest secrets of the kingdom of...

In the coronation ceremony of Prince Charles, he knelt before the altar and prayed, “God of compassion and mercy . . . grant that I may be a blessing to all thy children, of every faith and belief.” That statement implies that all people of every religious belief system are blessed with the status of being children of God. Is that true? Or are there certain New Testament criteria that must be fulfilled for people to become children of God. If so, what are those requirements? The answer may be fa...

The King James Version of Isaiah 45:7 has God saying, “I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil.” This older translation makes it sound like the Creator is the source, not only of good, but also, of all the evil in this world. If that is a correct rendering, the New Age / Far Eastern idea that God is both darkness and light, both evil and good, is supported and even legitimized. How can that be? Is there a more correct translation and interpretation of this controvers...

As a follower of Jesus, I often discuss doctrinal beliefs and lifestyle choices with followers of other religions (and those who are not religious at all). At times, when I point out the biblical view, I get the response, “Didn’t Jesus say, ‘Judge not that you be not judged.’” Did the Savior mean that we should never offer our opinion (or His opinion) on matters like these? Or is the correct interpretation of that 7-word statement much different? Decide for yourself after you listen. Comparativ...

Google the question, “Does the universe love me?” and millions of affirmative responses will pull up, encouraging you to believe that “the universe has your back” or that you should “trust the universe”—and how to consciously walk in that level of spiritual awareness. Is that even possible? Is the cosmos capable of emotion? Or is this a delusion that dethrones the true God from His position of supremacy? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.o...

Why is the “Golden Rule” found in almost every major religion? Some people use information like that to suggest all those religions are equally legitimate paths to God. 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.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All au...

The Mystery of the Book of Life In Psalms 56:8, David claimed that God keeps a record of every tear we shed in His “book.” Surely that was a reference to the “Book of Life,” a concept that is only found in Judaism and Christianity. It is mentioned sixteen times in the Bible. Since God is omniscient—and He knows all things past, present, and future—why would He need a book or a registry of all His people? Could this just be metaphorical, a symbolic way God compares a heavenly truth to an earthly...

Many religions include Jesus in their doctrinal base, but they define His identity, His nature and His purpose in non-biblical ways. Bible believers need to be equipped to recognize these erroneous views and respond with the truth. At Caesarea Philippi, Jesus asked His disciples, “Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?” (Mt. 16:13) On this episode of “Revealing the True Light,” Mike Shreve, will provide answers to that important question. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net M...

Jesus occupies a very prominent role in the Quran. He is mentioned 97 times in 93 verses (ayat). In Arabic, His name is Isa. It is quite intriguing to discover common concepts found in both the Quran and the Bible. However, there are also major contradictions. Discover both and decide if Chrislam (a modern attempt to mix Christianity and Islam) is even possible. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshrev...

Hindus and New Agers often greet each other with a respectful gesture of folded hands and a slight bow as they utter the word “Namaste.” Many yoga classes open with participants making this statement toward each other. Is this just an ordinary greeting like “Hello” or is there a deeper, spiritual connotation? If so, what is it, and how should we respond? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministr...

The Jesus Movement was a time when uncommon divine visitations were common. The wind of the Spirit was blowing in an unprecedented way. On this episode, Mike Shreve shares a remarkable move of God that happened during that time in His life and ministry. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries Mike Shreve’s other podcast: a study on the biblical names and titles given to God's people: https:...

By the fall of 1970, the Jesus Movement was a spiritual tsunami wave cresting over the United States. At the time, I was a yoga teacher at four universities and running a yoga ashram in Tampa, Florida. It was an incredible era when supernatural, divine interventions were commonplace. I was miraculously swept into the Kingdom of God in a day’s time. Then, four months later, I gave away everything I owned to hitchhike across America preaching the Gospel on college campuses and in downtown drug dis...

Hearing the phrase—“the evil eye”—strikes fear in the hearts of those who are superstitious. It involves a belief that a malevolent glare directed toward a person can cause misfortune, harm, injury, and even catastrophic problems. Is this true? Does a person need protection? When Jesus identified an “evil eye” in His teaching, what was He referring to? Do we need to be concerned? The truth will set you free. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministri...

Some pluralistic thinkers propose any name assigned to God in any religion is legitimate and appropriate. Is that true? Or is there a correct revelation of the divine name that uniquely and powerfully grants access into a personal relationship with Him? The answer is profound and extremely important. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries Mike Shreve’s other podcast: a study on the biblic...

What is Shaktipat? It is a powerful, spiritual impartation that some yogis claim to be able to transfer to their disciples. According to Hindu lore, it is an instant awakening of God-consciousness. But what really happens and what does it have to do with the goddess Shakti? Furthermore, what does any of that have to do with Satan being celebrated at the Grammy Awards? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mik...

Recently, during a penitential pilgrimage to Canada to apologize to the indigenous people, Pope Francis, along with about seven Catholic cardinals, took place in a smudging ceremony. Also, after Biden assumed the presidency, Susan Rice burned sage in her White House office to supposedly cleanse it of negativity left over from the Trump era. Why sage? What is smudging? Does it work? Is it a pagan practice? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries....

Did you know there are more Sabbaths mentioned in the Bible than just the seventh day of the week? Did you know all these Sabbaths are described as just a “shadow of good things to come” (Hebrews 10:1). What are those “good things” that make up the superior “substance” (the most important, valuable, and enduring truths symbolically foreshadowed)? Christians often discuss whether Saturday or Sunday is the correct Sabbath, but could they be missing an even more profound aspect of their inheritance...

Since the beginning of the Church, controversy has swirled around the issue of the proper day of the week that Christians should gather for corporate worship. Is Saturday or Sunday the correct Sabbath? Was this ancient tradition corrupted and even paganized at a certain point in church history? Is it necessary to make a choice between these two options, or is there a third explanation that is profoundly deep and life-changing? You decide after hearing all three views. Comparative religion websi...

Is it possible to receive forgiveness from God? Is it important for us to forgive others? Though all positive religions emphasize the latter, many do not subscribe to the former. Learn what Buddhism, Hinduism, New Age Spirituality, Shinto, Theosophy, The Law of Attraction, A Course in Miracles, and Christianity teach concerning this all-important concept that is so essential to the healing of the heart. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.or...