Episodes

New Agers, witches, pagans, and promoters of the Law of Attraction often call themselves “lightworkers.” What does that term mean? Is it good or bad? Certain prominent, professing Christians have also referred to themselves as “lightworkers.” Why would they use the same title and what does this reveal? These important questions need to be answered. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Vide...

Jesus said, “Judge not that you be not judged” (Mt. 7:1) Did the Savior mean we should never offer an opinion challenging the doctrine or lifestyle choices of another person? Or is the correct interpretation much different? Listen to this teaching, then decide. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video ...

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 material cosmos capable of emotion? Is there a spiritual essence to the cosmos? Or is this a delusion that dethrones the true Creator from His position of supremacy? Comparative religion website: www....

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...

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...

Meditation is definitely encouraged in the Bible, and should be a part of the prayer life of any true Christian believer. However, it is much different than the meditation practices found in Far Eastern religions and New Age spirituality. Discover the difference! Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a vide...

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: www.toCatholicswithlove.org ...

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 Catholicism website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.co...

Why does God allow evil to exist in this world and all the problems and the pain that result from it: corrupted minds, damaged hearts, and destroyed lives? Why are there such things as war, murder, immorality, greed, poverty, starvation, and disease? If God is good, why is there so much “bad”? Discover five powerful answers to all of these perplexing questions. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Catholicism website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Ministry website: www.shreveministr...

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 Catholicism website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org...

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 Catholicism website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org M...

Millions of people throughout the earth have never heard of Jesus—what happens to them when they die? A primary objection to Christianity concerns how unjust it would be if God required faith in the Gospel of those who have never heard it. Does the Bible give a suitable and logical explanation for this dilemma? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Catholicism website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshrevemi...

There’s no better way of starting the new year than to immerse your mind in the concept of “forgiveness.” Receiving forgiveness from God and granting forgiveness to others are two fundamental and related principles in Christianity. Even though all positive religions emphasize the latter, many do not subscribe to the former. You will be surprised what Buddhism, Hinduism, New Age Spirituality, Shinto, Theosophy, The Law of Attraction, A Course in Miracles, and even the biblical revelation teach co...

Right before leaving, Jesus told His disciples, “Let not your heart be troubled . . . In My Father’s house are many mansions . . . I go to prepare a place for you.” (John 14:1-2). Will there be literal “mansions” in heaven for God’s eternal offspring or is this a mistranslation? Three other questions: Will we know each other in heaven? Will there be genders in heaven? Is heaven our ultimate and final destination or something else? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Catholicism w...

Who were the magi, the wise men who brought gifts to the baby Jesus? Where did they come from? When did they arrive? Were there only three? Were they kings? Why are they traditionally placed in that role? There are a lot of intriguing things about these mysterious “star-followers,” who filled such an important role in the story of the incarnation, yet are unnamed and never heard from again. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Catholicism website: www.toCatholicswithlove.org Minis...

According to a recent, reputable poll, 63% of Americans believe in Karma, that everything we say or do will come back to us, either in this life or some future life. Is this true? Equally important—Is “The Law of Karma” in Hinduism and “The Law of Sowing and Reaping” in Christianity the same? Many people believe they are. One thing for certain, Karma is either an inescapable stalker or a doctrinal delusion. You need to decide which of these two conclusions is right. Comparative religion website...

What is “the kundalini” and why do gurus, yoga advocates, and new agers also call it “the serpent power”? How do seekers pursue a “kundalini awakening”? Why are the Hindu deities, the goddess Shakti and the god Shiva, associated with this supernatural phenomenon? Is there such a thing as a “kundalini spirit” and has it invaded the church? The answers to these questions are very important. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel...

The “third eye” is a mysterious, eerie image of an eye in the middle of the forehead. Does it really exist? Is it the sixth chakra, as Hindus and New Agers claim. If so, what is its function and purpose? And the most important question—did Jesus believe in “the third eye” and the other chakras, and did He teach His disciples this mystical concept? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All...

Hinduism teaches that maya (delusion) prevents human beings from understanding their true nature (the belief that they are divine beings, manifestations of God). Christianity teaches human beings live misguided, debased lives because of deception. Are both these beliefs basically saying the same thing? Or are they completely different? Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podca...

Two intense encounters with Satan taught me ten powerful lessons that changed my life dramatically. These revelations are now a major part of the foundation of truth in my life. Both encounters occurred at night, in a dream-like state. In the first, the Holy Spirit rose up within me to rebuke the enemy. In the second dream, God Himself rebuked the enemy. The unique statements spoken in both dreams will help you, empower you, and inspire you. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Mi...

Is Satan’s personal name really Lucifer? Was he the worship leader of heaven before he fell? Did a third of the angels fall with him? Often believers repeat biblically-based ideas like these without fully researching them in Scripture. Are they true or are they based on wrong assumptions? You may change what you believe after listening to this teaching. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministri...

Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day—Why do all three days qualify as “days of darkness and deception”? How are these three days related to each other? What does this have to do with the correct Christian worldview? 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 format on our YouTube channel. Mike Shreve’s other podcast Discover Your Spiritual Iden...

So many beliefs about Satan cannot be proven by Scripture. Just because they are generally accepted doesn’t mean they are right. Is Satan’s skin red? Does he have a tail and bat wings? Does he reign in hell? Can he torment you daily? Many questions need to be answered. Once you see the truth, it will completely change your way of looking at this arch-enemy of the church. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/...

What are “The Eight Limbs of Yoga”? According to Patanjali’s writings in the Yoga Sutras of Hinduism, these "limbs" or steps must be taken to reach 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 share...