Mike Winger is an American evangelical Bible teacher, Christian apologist,[3] and YouTube personality.
He graduated from the School of Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and was ordained in 2006. Having served in various ministries and as a youth pastor, he transitioned to working full time in his ministry BibleThinker.[4]
Winger teaches biblical theology for lay audiences. He is known for publishing in-depth exposés of spiritual abuse and sexual misconduct in Christian circles,[5][6][7] primarily surrounding individuals connected to the charismatic movement through Bethel Church (Redding), International House of Prayer, MorningStar Ministries, and Jesus Image.[8] Winger is a critic of cults, progressive Christianity, and atheism.
References
- ^ a b “Mike Winger”. YouTube. Retrieved June 3, 2026.
- ^ Buchanan, Cecilia (May 14, 2024). “Amidst Controversy, Benny Hinn Admits Regrets”. Beliefnet. Archived from the original on January 24, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
- ^ a b Voigt, Andrew (March 1, 2025). “Roman Catholic Apologetics Is Surging Online. Intended Audience? Protestants”. The Gospel Coalition. Archived from the original on January 24, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
Protestant apologist Mike Winger (BibleThinker) made a similar observation.
- ^ “About BibleThinker”. BibleThinker. Retrieved June 4, 2026.
- ^ Shepherd, Josh (April 25, 2024). “Despite Requests by Benny Hinn, YouTube Refuses to Remove Documentary Exposing Hinn’s Alleged Deception”. The Roys Report. Archived from the original on January 24, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
- ^ Hall, Jono (January 22, 2026). “Mike Winger exposé shows Bethel Church’s ‘extended mercy’ failed victims”. The Roys Report. Archived from the original on January 24, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
- ^ Martin, Stephanie (October 7, 2025). “Pastor Who Gave New Rapture Dates Is ‘One of the Biggest Scumbags of 2025,’ Says Apologist Mike Winger”. ChurchLeaders. Archived from the original on January 24, 2026. Retrieved January 24, 2026.
- ^ Winger, Mike (February 23, 2026). “The Fakest Prophet: Drugs, Women, and Terror”. YouTube. Retrieved February 23, 2026.