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LISTEN NOW Mike Winther gives a lecture on Christians and Patriotism. He kicks things off with a little history lesson about the congregation of Pastor Jonas Clark in Lexington, Massachusetts. Clark taught biblical principles on all subjects including government. The congregation also had target practice after church.  All of this leads up to the Battle of Lexington and Concord. These regular people who took up arms and decided to fight the British army were patriots. In this lecture, Mike talks about the principles that our government was based on. He talks about the colonial experience and examples that we can … Read More

LISTEN NOW Mike Winther gives a lecture about education at a homeschool convention. Homeschool families take a personal interest in their children’s education. He talks about biblical ideas of education. He also talks about some Puritan ideas of education which are consistent with biblical models.  This episode is about children of God versus children of Caesar, and it’s really about who owns our children. God owns our children, but parents are the caretakers and are held accountable for what they do with their children. This episode is for anyone trying to make sense of how to best educate their children. … Read More

LISTEN NOW This is part 2 of a lecture by Mike Winther talking about foreign aid from a biblical perspective as it applies to debate and analyzing different sides. He talks about concern for the poor and how to help them. Mike discusses two reasons why people are poor. It’s either from some type of disability or bad government. Lack of liberty keeps people poor. Mike talks about the advantages of small government, incentive to do better, and property rights. It’s important to have a fair court system for disputes. People get poor when voluntary exchange isn’t allowed. Not being … Read More

LISTEN NOW This is Part 1 of Foreign Aid: A Biblical Perspective. Mike Winther is a huge fan of debate for thinking, learning, and understanding issues. In this address, he speaks to potential debate participants about the political science approach to foreign aid. He raises questions and topics to help dig deeper into issues such as the proper role of government.  He explores what the government should and shouldn’t do. He talks about why these topics aren’t always explored in public schools and colleges. He also gives pointers on which questions to dive deeper into such as analyzing the use … Read More

LISTEN NOW This is an interview that Mike Winther did with Kevin Swanson of the Generations Radio Show. The topic is about whether Christians should be involved in politics and if they can make an impact. Christians are now the minority. Can a minority make an impact in politics? Mike Winther shares his views and some of the issues like not having enough Christians involved and interested in politics and how attrition keeps the numbers small. They discuss commitment, how liberty is a Godly principle, and fighting the battles together.  You’ll Learn: Your Resources:

LISTEN NOW Mike Winther has devoted the past 17 years to foster a better understanding of the biblical role of government. In this lecture, he talks about why he has devoted his time to this and then dives into the question of whether our banking system makes us slaves.  Some of the things discussed include what economics actually are. Economics are the rules of trade and commerce and really become a part of government. What’s true for individuals also needs to be true for the institutions that govern them, yet we give the government powers that we don’t have. He … Read More

LISTEN NOW Mike Winther talks about what the bible says about taxes in a recorded interview from Truths That Transform Radio. Does “Render Unto Caesar” mean that the government can take it all? He dives into why we don’t have to pay everything, just what we are required to pay. The discussion also revolves around common misconceptions of this line to think that Christians don’t have to pay anything.  Mike talks about the effect of relativism on our society. We know there are limits on taxes, because we need to support our families and tithe. God gives us commands and … Read More

LISTEN NOW This is a live interview with Mike Winther and Pastor Michael Douglass and Elaine Harland of Lighthouse Live. As the Founder of IPS, Mike breaks down who we are and what we stand for.  IPS is a Christian think tank with the main objective of doing research on basic Christian principles and then to teach those principles through our church community. The focus of our teachings is on government, economics, and history. These principles are shared through students, teachers, pastors, Sunday School classes, and more. You’ll Learn: Your Resources:

LISTEN NOW Mike Winther gives a lecture on the biblical models of charity. He shares several bible passages that talk about charity and then shares five points to define real charity. He also discusses the mechanisms or institutions for meeting needs. He talks about our responsibility, family responsibility, the church, and other organizations.  We also learn about the government and charity. Mike makes the case why the government shouldn’t be providing charity for many reasons including that they would have to take from someone else to do so. This transaction isn’t voluntary. This is a really interesting discussion on principles … Read More