Revealing The True Light with Mike Shreve

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 Vi...

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:...

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 p...

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...

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 prof...

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...

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.shrevem...

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 th...

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....

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, f...

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...

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...

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.  Comparati...

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 t...

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”? If God created Satan perfect before his fall, how and why did the wicked one ever become wicked? Discover...

When does the Bible teach that followers of Jesus enter the kingdom of God? There are three options: at the moment of being born again, upon departing from this world at death, or when Jesus comes back, and the resurrection takes place. Different scriptures seem to support all three views. This episode of “Revealing the True Light” is about properly interpreting those Bible passages and blending t...

How did the universe begin, or did it even have a beginning point? At least seven schools of thought exist in various religions in this world. They cannot all be right. Only one view is true at the expense of the others being false. One religious group even insists that because of evil abounding in this world, the Deity who created it must be evil. Others believe that Ultimate Reality is both evil...

Are all human beings children of God? The politically-correct, post-modern answer would be an unequivocal, “Yes, all people of all religions are worshiping the same God, and they are all His children!” But is that true? Or are there certain criteria that must be fulfilled to “become” a child of God? The answer to this challenging question is complex. As the explanation unfolds, a mystery will be r...

New Age spirituality promotes the belief that Christ is within everyone and everything. According to that approach, Christ is a principle not a person and is different from the man, Jesus. This mindset used to be heralded primarily by advocates of yoga, Far Eastern religions, metaphysics, and the New Thought Movement—people who intentionally use Christian-sounding terminology to help persuade peop...

Does the Kingdom of God reside within every person? Jesus explained to the Pharisees, “The kingdom of God does not come with observation; nor will they say, 'See here!' or 'See there!' For indeed, the kingdom of God is within you." (Luke 17:20-21) When I was a yoga teacher in 1970, many yoga devotees and new agers used this Bible scripture to support a monistic, pantheistic, Far Eastern worldview....

“The Apocalypse”: when that ominous-sounding word is spoken, most people immediately envision a catastrophic end to this world, an unprecedented planetary destruction, a time of great cataclysmic judgments from God that will bring this age to a close. However, the word actually means something wonderful, powerful and positive. Mysteriously, it refers, not to just one, but two grand events that wil...

What is “The Secret” and should it be embraced by people of all religions? Is “The Law of Attraction” a legitimate approach to success in life? Does it work? Is it the same as “The Law of Sowing and Reaping” in the Bible? If not, what are the differences? Are we co-creators with God? Are we responsible for everything that comes into our lives? Many questions about the societal megatrend need to be...

“Shalom” is the word Jews normally use to greet one another. It is an ancient biblical word with intriguing overtones of meaning that make it a powerful spiritual proclamation and prayer. It is a faith-filled confession that God will do numerous beneficial things in the life of the person being greeted. A wonderful truth! Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shr...

“Yoga” means yoke—a symbol of union with Brahman, the impersonal Life-force who is considered to be God or ultimate reality for many Hindus. Jesus said, “Take my yoke upon you.” Was He referring to a yoga-like approach to spirituality or something completely different? Many New Agers and yoga advocates say, "Yes." Eight different types of yoga are compared to the teachings of the Son of God.

Lifting hands in worship is a biblical approach for worshiping God in a passionate and heartfelt way. Unknown to most people, there are 10 specific reasons, symbolic and spiritual, given in Scripture for this sacred practice. Once these hidden meanings are known, this practice becomes even more meaningful. Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.or...