Episodes

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...

The biblical account of creation states that God breathed into Adam the “breath of life” and he became a “living soul.” What exactly is the “breath of life”? Is it the same as natural breath and is it still within every human being? Does it include the presence and essence of God? Many questions need to be answered. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries Mike Shreve’s other podcast: a stud...

The Greek word translated “wise men” in the Bible is magos, from which we get the term “magi” (strangely, the root of the words “magic" and “magician”). Magi were usually involved in occult spiritual practices like astrology. Many theories and traditions exist concerning the identity and religion practiced by these notable persons who visited Jesus shortly after his birth. Were there three of them? Were they kings? Did the Bible prophesy that they would come? Many questions need to be answered. ...

Most people relate to the word “avatar” as the name of a 2009 blockbuster movie set in a fictional world called Pandora. People also create “avatars” as representative images in video games, on Facebook, or other online activities. However, unknown to many, the word “avatar” is actually a profound ancient term drawn from Hinduism and enshrined in the heart of New Age Spirituality. Learn the truth. You may be surprised! Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shr...

Religion is a desperate quest for power: power to comprehend the mysteries of life, power to rise above personal defeats, power to penetrate higher spiritual realms, power to overcome suffering, power to predict the future, power to overcome death and live forever, and most importantly, power to become one with God. Yes, it really is all about power. As we explore various religions of the world, find out how to distinguish between the wrong source and the right source of power and how it can wor...

How appropriate it would be if the attitude of gratitude was highlighted in a ninth beatitude, “Blessed are the grateful, for God often works miracles for them!” In this "True Light" episode, you will discover that the story of Jonah in the Bible is completely different from what most people have been taught. We will also find out that thankfulness was the primary key to his deliverance. Two other powerful, real-life stories illustrate this powerful concept even more powerfully. Try it! The resu...

Buddha’s “Four Noble Truths” state that life is full of suffering and the cause of suffering is desire. So, the way to overcome suffering is to overcome desire. Is that true? Or is there a biblical view that solves the problem of suffering in a more correct and powerful way? 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 given to God's peo...

Angels fill many roles: worshipers, warriors, watchers, messengers, ministers, protectors, and administrators of God’s affairs in heaven and earth. They 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 functions, and to what degree human beings can interact with them. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org Video channel: ...

The Bible is largely silent about Jesus between the ages of 12 and 30. Various sources offer conflicting claims, insisting Jesus trained under an Essene teacher, traveled to India, was mentored by Hindu healers, lived in a Tibetan monastery, studied Buddhism, or joined a “Secret Brotherhood” in Heliopolis, Egypt. After hearing the evidence, you’ll be able to determine if there is any validity to these stories or if He simply remained in Nazareth until announcing His ministry in the synagogue. C...