Podcasts about mormon missionaries

A Buddhist, two Mormon Missionaries, and Chuck Testa walk into a conversation to try to find the cosmic punchline in this instant classic episode of non-stop hilarity and wisdom. Chuck Testa is easily the most recognizable taxidermist in the world, due to a viral commercial for Testa's business created by Rhett & Link for the show Rhett & Link: Commercial Kings, and the catchphrase "Nope, Chuck Testa!" became an Internet meme. Elder Hobbs and Elder Andersen are two Mormon young men currently fulfilling their missionary work in Ojai as part of their religious calling who have become friends with both Jaymee and Chuck (separately) canvassing door to door, and thought they all should meet. Jaymee facilitates a beautiful discussion between the men on the nature of faith, seeing past differences, and we learn a whole lot more about both Mormonism and Taxidermy in this groundbreaking episode.Interested in Mentorship with Jaymee? email: lacee@loveistheauthor.com to set up a free consultation,or visit: www.loveistheauthor.com/mentorship SPONSORS: RAUM GOODS (www.raumgoods.com)INDIAN LODGE ROAD (www.indianlodgeroad.com) GUAYAKI YERBA MATÉ (www.guayaki.com)VALLEY OF THE MOON (www.shorturl.at/dCVh2)LITA PODCAST: hosted, produced and edited by Jaymee Carpenter. PLEASE $UPPORT THiS SHOW: www.patreon.com/loveistheauthorpodcastCONTACT: jaymee@loveistheauthor.comON INSTAGRAM:  @loveistheauthor / @unconventionalgardener

In Part 2 of our explosive series, a former Mormon missionary blows the whistle on the business strategies employed by mission presidents to boost convert baptisms. This episode uncovers the corporate-style tactics used within the LDS Church, revealing how mission presidents prioritize numbers over genuine spiritual growth. Through insider accounts, expert analysis, and a deep dive into the intersection of religion and business, we expose the manipulative practices driving the church's growth agenda.Business Models in Missions: Learn how mission presidents use sales techniques, quotas, and performance metrics to pressure missionaries into achieving higher baptism numbers. Former Missionary Testimony: Hear a firsthand account from a whistleblower who witnessed these strategies in action and grappled with the ethical dilemmas they faced. The Cost of Conversion: Understand the psychological and emotional toll on both missionaries and converts when faith is reduced to a business transaction.Why Listen? Discover the hidden parallels between high-demand religion and corporate culture. Recognize the signs of coercive control and manipulation in religious settings. Equip yourself with knowledge to heal from or protect against exploitative practices.Tags: LDS Church, Mormon Missionaries, Mission President Tactics, Convert Baptisms, Religious Business Strategies, Narcissism, Healing from Abuse, True Crime, Cult Tactics, Religious Manipulation, High-Demand Religion, Coercive Control, Spiritual Abuse, Cult Psychology, Mormon Whistleblower Follow Jonathan on IG: @awakening_expansion Find more about Jonathan here!Link to Jonathan

Mother Miriam Live - March 31st, 2025 Homily for the fourth Sunday of Lent How to I refute the atheist argument about God's existence when there is evil in the world? How do I deal with Mormon Missionaries?  Why does God allow children to suffer?

Join Megan Conner and her daughter Emmie for an intimate conversation about growing up in a 'part-member family,' the unique pressures of serving an LDS mission, and the transformation it sparked. Emmie shares her journey from the expectations at home, through the intensive training at the MTC, to the profound experiences of her 18-month mission. This episode redefines what it means to embrace change, offering insights into family dynamics, personal growth, and the courage to follow one's path. Whether you're exploring your own midlife journey or curious about the impact of faith and family, this episode will inspire you to see transformation in a new light.

In this video, Melissa interviews Sam about his incredible journey from growing up in a polygamous FLDS community to serving as a Mormon missionary in Chile. Sam opens up about the challenges of leaving behind his polygamist roots, adapting to a new culture, and sharing his faith in a foreign country. This candid conversation reveals the highs and lows of his mission, the impact it had on his beliefs, and how it shaped the person he is today. Whether you're curious about the FLDS, Mormon missions, or Sam's personal journey, this interview offers a unique and eye-opening perspective. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more engaging stories and interviews! 00:00:00 Transition from FLDS to Mormon Missionary 00:07:49 Life at the Missionary Training Center 00:15:49 Overcoming Language Learning Challenges 00:23:44 Navigating Missionary Rules and Expectations 00:31:43 Language Immersion Experience in Chile 00:39:26 Experiences as a Tall Missionary in Chile 00:47:07 Reflections on Missionary Work 00:55:21 Life as a Missionary in Chile 01:03:13 Support and New Beginnings with the Wyson Family Join our NEW Patreon HERE: https://patreon.com/growingupinpolygamy If you or someone you love has left polygamy and needs assistance, please reach out to "Holding Out HELP" at 801-548-3492 or visit their website at www.holdingouthelp.org At Growing Up In Polygamy our mission is to "Create compassion for communities that have been misunderstood, marginalized and/or abused by their leaders, and to empower those who have left by giving them a platform to share their stories with the world." If you would like to DONATE to this cause you can do so here: https://donorbox.org/growing-up-in-polygamy Insta: @growingupinpolygamy New website is now up! www.growingupinpolygamy.com Theme Song created by @artcowles Please feel free to reach out to us! growingupinpolygamy@gmail.com ✅SUBSCRIBE NOW : https://shorturl.at/inqrE ➡️ Checkout our other Videos:

William A. Wilson and John B. Harris spent years gathering missionary folklore—everything from greenie initiation stories to encounters with the Devil. Whether the stories are true or not, Wilson shows in this episode what they reveal about the inner lives of missionaries.

Watch as Bryce and Max jump at the opportunity to talk about their missions as Sydney and Jordyn look on with glazed eyes. Synopsis Two naive Mormon missionaries, sister Barnes and sisterPaxton knock on the door of Mr. Reed, a lead that expressed interest in learning about the church of jesus christ of latter day saints. Mr. Reed, played by High Grant, is charming and warm to the ladies, but begins directly challenging their beliefs. As the Sisters get more and more uncomfortable they discover that they have been trapped inside the house and are given the monty hall choice of exiting through the door marked belief or the one marked disbelief. Review of Heretic I can recognize this as not a fantastic movie, however, I was thoroughly entertained for my own reasons. Having served a mission for the church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints, I was pumped to see a Hollywood movie premise around the experience, which is very unique. Most of my enjoyment was from picking apart what they got wrong and what they got right, so your mileage will vary. That being said, it's a unique premise, and the themes of religion, belief, and doubt are rarely given this much thought and analysis in a horror movie.  I thought the performances were great. I love Hugh Grant as a character actor more than as a romantic lead. He is properly menacing as a spider entrapping these women in his web. The female leads both did very well, especially Sophie Thatcher portraying the awkward earnest humor of a Mormon Missionary. The writing and pacing is very inconsistent. Some stretches of exposition dumps come off as heavy handed and preachy. There were some character inconsistencies, and I'm sure there are plenty of plot holes to fill. The first act is definitely the best, and most of it you see in the trailer. The dread and terror as the Sisters slowly realize that they are in real danger and try to navigate politely out of the situation is really spot on. Score 6/10

William A. Wilson and John B. Harris spent years gathering missionary folklore—everything from greenie initiation stories to encounters with the Devil. Whether the stories are true or not, Wilson shows in this episode what they reveal about the inner lives of missionaries. https://sunstone.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/SLP-186.mp3

Mormon missionaries have been visiting Australia's Central Desert on and off for four decades. In the past year, there have been 127 baptisms in the Northern Territory. Why is this American faith gaining traction in Indigenous communities?

This book is written by several former Mormons who have great insights into effective ways of communicating the true message of Christianity to LDS members. This podcast covers an introduction to the book.

This week, Jake and Dusti talk about the weird, funny, and cringey folklore specific to Mormon missionaries. Did sister missionaries actually fill their gas tank with water? Is every mission being infiltrated by the Twelve Apostates? Listen and find out!

When Jesus called people to preach the gospel, both during His time on Earth and also in more recent revelation, He told missionaries to follow a practice that has since been abandoned. But why?

The middle chapters of the Book of Alma have a strong emphasis on missionary stories and events. Alma 9-14 is about Alma and Amulek's preaching in Ammonihah.  Alma 17-26 centers us on Ammon with King Lamoni and Aaron with Lamoni's father. Last, Alma 30-34 take us to Alma and Amulek's missionary encounters with Korihor and the Zoramites. In this episode, BYU professors John Hilton, Jan Martin, Tyler Griffin, and Dan Belnap explore these missionary journeys and teachings in an inspiring scripture conversation.

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In 1842 Joseph Smith published 13 articles of faith for his new Mormon church. In this episode we talk about the first article, which is all about God. How does it compare to biblical Christianity?Find the official LDS Article of Faith at their website here. LDS:“We believe in God, the Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Ghost.”This sounds trinitarianLDS:Father has a body of flesh and bones, D&C 130:22.I saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory, JS—H 1:17.ordained in … the Council of the Eternal God of all other gods, D&C 121:32.AC: We believe in a sovereign, triune God. By His power He spoke the world into existence. God alone is self-determined, self-governed, and self-sufficient. He is eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Each possesses all the attributes of deity. All are equal in power and glory. (Rom. 1:18-20; John 1:18; 1 Cor. 2:16; Deut. 6:4; Matt. 3:16-17; 28:19; Isa. 46:10).AC: We believe Jesus Christ was, is, and always will be the Son of God. He was born of a virgin, lived a sinless life, performed many signs and wonders, died on a cross, and rose from the dead in a glorified body. He ascended to the right hand of God the Father where He continually makes intercession for His people. At the appointed time He will come again to earth to consummate God's plan in salvation history. (Matt. 1:20-23; John 1:1,2; Rom. 3:24, 25; Rom. 8:34; Phil 2:5-10; 2 Cor. 5:21; Heb. 1:1-3; Heb. 7:25).LDS:Is the Son of God the very Eternal Father, Alma 11:38.called the Son of God, because he received not of the fulness at the first, D&C 93:14.AC: We believe in the Holy Spirit's effective role in God's plan for His Kingdom. Without the influence of the Holy Spirit no one can participate in Kingdom Life. The Spirit's first (and necessary) work is in conversion: to enlighten sinners and awaken them to their need for a Savior. At the point of salvation the Holy Spirit immediately indwells believers and begins empowering them to live to please God. The Spirit also gives them a new identity, assuring them of their proper standing with God. (John 14:16,17,26; 16:7-15; Rom. 8:9; 1 Cor. 3:16; 6:19; Gal. 5:22-26; Eph. 1:13-14).LDS: my Spirit shall be in your hearts, D&C 84:88.Holy Ghost … is a personage of Spirit, D&C 130:22.--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --Notes

On this week’s Newscast, we take a look at the recent New York Times article on LDS Missionary changes. Other stories we explore are recent news about Lesbian couple be disciplined by the LDS Church recently, recent rumblings around the Mckinney Temple fiasco, and a little special something on Mother’s Day in Mormonism. The post Mormon Missionary Payola [The Mormon Newscast 021] appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

Are you curious about what happens when you meet a Mormon missionary for the first time? In this video, we provide all the details on what to expect during your initial encounter with these dedicated messengers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Lauren is a convert to the LDS Church (otherwise known as the Mormon Church) and describes her initial reaction. Sabrina is a returned missionary who explains what it's like to talk to non-members who are interested in the church. Whether you're considering inviting missionaries in for a chat or just want to understand more about their approach, this video will offer valuable insights to make your interaction more comfortable and informative.

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In this episode, Pastor Wade Orsini and the Super Sleuth of Apologia Church Utah continue their interview with Ross Anderson. Ross Anderson has been a Pastor in Utah for decades and he recently co-authored a book called, "Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message," which details the recent changes made to the "Preach my Gospel: handbook that the LDS Organization uses to train their Missionaries. How should you engage with your Local Mormon Missionary? What changes were made to the Handbook? Tune in to find out!You can purchase the book HEREWe cannot continue without your support! If you want to partner with us while getting exclusive cultish content like our Aftershow, Watercooler, Slow Burn of Mormon History Series not to mention INSTANT ACCESS TO THIS WHOLE SERIES WITHOUT THE WAIT please go to: Cultish All-AccessPlease consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel: CultishTV.com

In this episode, Pastor Wade Orsini and the Super Sleuth of Apologia Church Utah interview Ross Anderson. Ross Anderson has been a Pastor in Utah for decades and he recently co-authored a book called, "Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message," which details the recent changes made to the "Preach my Gospel: handbook that the LDS Organization uses to train their Missionaries. How should you engage with your Local Mormon Missionary? What changes were made to the Handbook? Tune in to find out!You can purchase the book HEREWe cannot continue without your support! If you want to partner with us while getting exclusive cultish content like our Aftershow, Watercooler, Slow Burn of Mormon History Series not to mention INSTANT ACCESS TO THIS WHOLE SERIES WITHOUT THE WAIT please go to: Cultish All-AccessPlease consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel: CultishTV.com

Hour 3 of The Drew Mariani Show on 2-27-24 Preston Allex joins us for more conversation around the National Eucharistic Congress-- and he tells some incredible stories about the power of the Holy Eucharist's power in converting Mormon Missionaries that frequented his family home! Dr. Jeff Gardner joins us for a look at the personal beliefs of Jordan Peterson, and why it matters -- as Catholics, our Magisterium has safely guarded the truth for thousands of years, and is the ultimate authority on the deposit of faith Does Jordan Peterson's Faith Matter? Cale Clark joins Drew to talk about the upcoming Eucharistic Congress and Relevant Radio's participation in the event

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In this captivating interview, Alyssa shares poignant moments that shaped her perception of gender roles, societal expectations, and the struggle for self-worth within the Mormon context. The narrative explores her attempts to reconcile personal identity with the rigid doctrines of the Church, touching on themes of control, body autonomy, and the internal conflicts that arise when faith clashes with individual growth. Alyssa recounts her mission, marriage, and the disillusionment that eventually led to her departure from the Mormon Church. The interview offers a powerful reflection on the cost of leaving behind the familiar for the pursuit of personal authenticity. Listeners are invited to join this intimate journey of self-discovery, challenging societal norms, and finding empowerment outside the constraints of religious expectations. Alyssa's new book, "How to Leave the Mormon Church" can be purchased here Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117  Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

In this episode we discuss Lesson Five of Preach My Gospel, which focuses on laws and ordinances in Mormonism. We explore the concept of salvation in Mormonism and how it differs from the Christian understanding of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. We also discuss the role of priesthood in Mormonism and the expectations and duties placed on priesthood holders. Finally, we touch on the significance of temples and family history in Mormonism. The conversation covers various topics related to Lesson 5 of the missionary manual. Takeaways:Mormonism teaches that salvation is earned through obedience to laws and ordinances, whereas Christianity teaches that salvation is a free gift received through faith in Jesus Christ.The concept of priesthood in Mormonism includes specific roles and responsibilities for men and women, with an emphasis on worthiness and service.Missionary work is a central focus in Mormonism, with the goal of sharing the Mormon faith and inviting others to join the Church.Eternal marriage is a key doctrine in Mormonism, with the belief that marriages performed in Mormon temples can last beyond death and into the eternities.Temples and family history play a significant role in Mormonism, with the belief that performing ordinances for deceased ancestors can bring blessings and ensure eternal family connections. The introduction of computers and the internet has made church records more accurate.Service and callings are important aspects of Mormonism, with callings being seen as coming directly from God.Enduring to the end in Mormonism involves staying on the covenant path and keeping commitments and covenants.As a Christian, the focus is on Jesus and His work, rather than personal works.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgment00:36 Lesson Five: Laws and Ordinances06:39 Understanding Salvation in Mormonism12:56 The Concept of Priesthood in Mormonism19:09 Worthiness and Duties of Priesthood Holders23:12 Missionary Work in Mormonism28:03 Eternal Marriage in Mormonism40:21 Temples and Family History44:01 Accuracy of Church Records45:00 Updating Church Databases46:41 Service and Callings49:01 Enduring to the End53:29 Closing the Lesson--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --Mentioned in this episode:Donate Now

In this episode we discuss Lesson Five of Preach My Gospel, which focuses on laws and ordinances in Mormonism. We explore the concept of salvation in Mormonism and how it differs from the Christian understanding of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. We also discuss the role of priesthood in Mormonism and the expectations and duties placed on priesthood holders. Finally, we touch on the significance of temples and family history in Mormonism. The conversation covers various topics related to Lesson 5 of the missionary manual. Takeaways:Mormonism teaches that salvation is earned through obedience to laws and ordinances, whereas Christianity teaches that salvation is a free gift received through faith in Jesus Christ.The concept of priesthood in Mormonism includes specific roles and responsibilities for men and women, with an emphasis on worthiness and service.Missionary work is a central focus in Mormonism, with the goal of sharing the Mormon faith and inviting others to join the Church.Eternal marriage is a key doctrine in Mormonism, with the belief that marriages performed in Mormon temples can last beyond death and into the eternities.Temples and family history play a significant role in Mormonism, with the belief that performing ordinances for deceased ancestors can bring blessings and ensure eternal family connections. The introduction of computers and the internet has made church records more accurate.Service and callings are important aspects of Mormonism, with callings being seen as coming directly from God.Enduring to the end in Mormonism involves staying on the covenant path and keeping commitments and covenants.As a Christian, the focus is on Jesus and His work, rather than personal works.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgment00:36 Lesson Five: Laws and Ordinances06:39 Understanding Salvation in Mormonism12:56 The Concept of Priesthood in Mormonism19:09 Worthiness and Duties of Priesthood Holders23:12 Missionary Work in Mormonism28:03 Eternal Marriage in Mormonism40:21 Temples and Family History44:01 Accuracy of Church Records45:00 Updating Church Databases46:41 Service and Callings49:01 Enduring to the End53:29 Closing the Lesson--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --Mentioned in this episode:Donate Now

Today we cover Lesson 4 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. This is the lesson where they talk about the commandments, many of which will sound familiar to Christians. The main difference? For Mormons the commandments are part of their system of works-righteousness. --The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --

Today we cover Lesson 4 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. This is the lesson where they talk about the commandments, many of which will sound familiar to Christians. The main difference? For Mormons the commandments are part of their system of works-righteousness. --The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --

Today we cover Lesson 3 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. When Mormon missionaries come to your door, they're going to talk a lot about “the gospel”. But what it means to them is vastly different from what it means in the Bible. That's what we'll discuss in today's episode.--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --Mentioned in this episode:Donate Now

Today we cover Lesson 3 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. When Mormon missionaries come to your door, they're going to talk a lot about “the gospel”. But what it means to them is vastly different from what it means in the Bible. That's what we'll discuss in today's episode.--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --Mentioned in this episode:Donate Now

We discuss the very complicated LDS plan of salvation. Pre-existent spirits in heaven with Heavenly Father and Heavenly Mother, literal parents of spirits. Then the second estate or earth life. After earth, LDS go to paradise; everyone else to spirit prison to be taught the LDS gospel. If one accepts the LDS gospel in the next life, they can be released from spirit prison and advance to paradise to await the judgment. Dr. Eklund explains what the LDS missionaries teach about this LDS plan of salvation and gives a biblical response. See this information in the fifth chapter of the book Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message.

Today we cover Lesson 2 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. This one is about what Mormons call "The Plan of Salvation" - but it's really about a concept foreign to biblical teaching called "exaltation". It's where Mormon missionaries introduce the concepts of eternal progression and "Kingdoms of Glory". Spoiler alert: it's not biblical!--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now Preach My Gospel: A [Mormon] Guide to Missionary Service--The Plan of SalvationPremortal Life: God's Purpose and Plan for UsGod is our Heavenly Father, and we are His children (see Acts 17:16–34; Hebrews 12:9).God has a plan for our happiness. Jesus Christ is central to that plan.God's plan of happiness makes it possible to return to His presence (see Moses 1:39).Our eternal progression depends on how we use our agency (see 2 Nephi 2:27–29).The CreationUnder the Father's direction, Jesus Christ created the earth (see Hebrews 1:1–3).Agency and the Fall of Adam and EveAdam and Eve were created in God's image (see Genesis 1:26–27).In the Garden of Eden they were innocent and lived in God's presence.Because they partook of the forbidden fruit, they were cast out of the garden (see Moses 4:19–31). This is called the Fall.They became mortal, were able to have children, and were also subject to sin and death (see 2 Nephi 2:22–25; Moses 5:11).Our Life on...

Today we cover Lesson 2 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. This one is about what Mormons call "The Plan of Salvation" - but it's really about a concept foreign to biblical teaching called "exaltation". It's where Mormon missionaries introduce the concepts of eternal progression and "Kingdoms of Glory". Spoiler alert: it's not biblical!--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now Preach My Gospel: A [Mormon] Guide to Missionary Service--The Plan of SalvationPremortal Life: God's Purpose and Plan for UsGod is our Heavenly Father, and we are His children (see Acts 17:16–34; Hebrews 12:9).God has a plan for our happiness. Jesus Christ is central to that plan.God's plan of happiness makes it possible to return to His presence (see Moses 1:39).Our eternal progression depends on how we use our agency (see 2 Nephi 2:27–29).The CreationUnder the Father's direction, Jesus Christ created the earth (see Hebrews 1:1–3).Agency and the Fall of Adam and EveAdam and Eve were created in God's image (see Genesis 1:26–27).In the Garden of Eden they were innocent and lived in God's presence.Because they partook of the forbidden fruit, they were cast out of the garden (see Moses 4:19–31). This is called the Fall.They became mortal, were able to have children, and were also subject to sin and death (see 2 Nephi 2:22–25; Moses 5:11).Our Life on...

Today we cover Lesson 1 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. Bo shares his personal insights from when he was a Mormon Missionary – and how he now understands the deception in which he unwittingly participated.--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now

Today we cover Lesson 1 in the LDS Missionary Lessons based on “Preach My Gospel”. Bo shares his personal insights from when he was a Mormon Missionary – and how he now understands the deception in which he unwittingly participated.--The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now

Carmina and Sabrina were called to serve missions for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as Mormon missionaries. What they didn't expect was that they would meet each other--and eventually fall in love. This is a story about two Latter-day Saint women with unique stories of faith, of trial, of frustration, of hiding, and of freedom. Sabrina and Carmina share their stories about family, faith, and the future. #LatterGayStories #Queer #Lesbian #Bisexual #ComingOut

Utah musician Peter Breinholt and Paul Cardall, raised in the umbrella of Mormonism, and host Paul Cardall explore the history of commercial Mormon music, Latter-Day Saint culture and theology. LDS music is a multi-million dollar industry. ABOUT CO-HOST PETER BREINHOLTWebsite: https://peterbreinholt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peter.breinholt.3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterbreinholt LISTEN TO PETER'S MUSICSPOTIFY https://rb.gy/c6evxAPPLE MUSIC https://rb.gy/5s7g0 ABOUT THE HOST PAUL CARDALLOfficial Website - http://www.paulcardall.comFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/paulcardallmusicYoutube - http://www.youtube.com/cardallInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/paulcardall LISTEN TO PAUL'S MUSICAPPLE MUSIC - https://music.apple.com/us/artist/paul-cardall/4312819SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7FQRbf8gbKw8KZQZAJWxH2  PART ONEPaul introduces Utah musician Peter Breinholt. Growing up under the umbrella of Mormonism, they discuss the differences in how they were raised. Paul comes from an orthodox home in Salt Lake City where his family was active in all the cultural and theological teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS). Whereas, Peter grew up outside of Utah and didn't have an active family. He moved to Utah, started a band, and evolved into an active Latter-Day Saint.Peter explains that there are Mormons making Mormon-themed music for Mormons sold at LDS bookstores, and then there are popular bands or singers who happen to be LDS. Paul summarizes how popular LDS-themed music has become; it's a multi-million dollar industry. Peter clarifies that in Utah, where LDS headquarters are, because of the social network that the Church provides, when things catch on, it's like a wildfire. There are mega trends in Mormonism.Paul talks about pioneer immigrants who wrote hymns using the contemporary style of their time. They mention that even though there is a commercial music culture, the church itself is rather strict on what they present in worship services called Sacrament Meetings, and full-time missionaries are allowed to listen to. Electric guitars and drums aren't allowed in services. Missionaries were allowed to listen to the Tabernacle Choir and some piano music, like Paul. Today, missionaries can listen to whatever helps them feel the spirit of God, though leaders are still cautious.As the church evolved in the 80s, there was Michael McLean, a songwriter who produced a series of videos promoting church doctrine. Missionaries would take those to those who saw the ad on TV. They talk about Mormon ad campaigns in the 70s and 80s. The songs in the ads were a huge part in persuading people emotionally and had a significant influence on the direction commercial Mormon music proceeded.Peter and Paul talk about the Osmonds, the most popular LDS musicians in the 20th century. Their fifth studio album that was on the Billboard charts is called “The Plan.” Their concept album was an opportunity for The Osmonds to share Mormon theology. There have been people who have joined the church as a result of their love for Donny Osmond. They skip ahead a few decades to talk about another famous band, The Killers, whose lead singer Brandon Flowers is a devout Mormon.In the late 1970s, early 80s, Afterglow was a blockbuster duo whose songs were rich with harmonies. They were one of the first to have a record deal with the church-owned bookstore, called Deseret Book. Their music was overly religious with strict LDS themes. Deseret Book at the time had hundreds of stores along with hundreds of independent stores by people who sold LDS related products. Record labels began to pop up.Peter brings up Kenneth Cope, whose voice was featured in some of those Mormon ads. Kenneth wrote and recorded some of the most successful commercial Mormon music. All of this is happening while Amy Grant in the Christian market or Gospel Music Association was becoming successful, and her Christian-themed music crossed over into the adult contemporary top 40. Greater Than Us All was Kenneth's successful debut with His Hands and Never A Better Hero. My Servant Joseph was another hit album about with songs about LDS founder Joseph Smith. Kenneth takes his responsibilities in the church seriously and when he was called to be a Bishop, in a church with no paid ministry, we didn't hear much from Kenneth Cope until recently. He'd spent 15 years producing a new musical called "Son of Man."Along with Kenneth, Michael Webb recorded similar LDS themed songs and has since left the church. Paul says one of his favorite songs is a new Christian song by Michael Webb. Peter and Paul explore artists Julie De Azevedo, Felicia Sorensen, and other successful female artists who started to emerge in the 90s. Julie is the daughter of Lex de Azevedo, who was successful at writing LDS musicals like "Saturday's Warrior," and "My Turn on Earth." He started a record label that signed Kenneth Cope, Michael Webb, Julie, and others. Julie became a popular therapist and podcast host helping countless LDS women understand their value. They mention Hillary Weeks and move into a conversation about Jeff Simpson, a former Disney producer. Jeff was ambitious in helping take LDS music forward into a more contemporary and overall style. He had a vision to make LDS music part of the broader Christian market under the Gospel Music Association. But Jeff's label Excel was never successful because of the differences. He was successful at creating a film production and distribution entity with the breakout hit "God's Army" by Richard Dutcher. Excel would later sell to Deseret Book. He also created an award show called "The Pearls" honoring LDS music.Before talking about cellist Steven Sharp Nelson, Peter mentions Nashville Producer Jason Deere who created the Nashville Tribute Band, which was country music with LDS themes. Cellist Steven Sharp Nelson, who is now a member of YouTube sensation The Piano Guys, worked on hundreds of albums by members of the LDS faith. Peter shares how he met Steve and began using him in his band. Later, Paul used Steve to orchestrate his music with another brilliant LDS artist, Marshall McDonald. Both Marshall and Steven worked as a team to help dozens of artists. Paul invited Steve to let him produce "Sacred Cello" for Paul's label Stone Angel Music. Steve didn't believe it would be successful, but the album debuted No. 18 on the Billboard Classical Charts. Steve is an artist who shared the burden with artists that occurs in the studio and on the stage. Paul shares with Peter the countless LDS artists who created LDS-themed albums that debuted on the Billboard charts. Deseret Book began reporting sales to Soundscan."Especially For Youth" is the next topic. The weeklong camp on Brigham Young University's campus and dozen other colleges across the United States gathered LDS Youth from all over. EFY gave these LDS teenagers a 12-song compilation that featured a cassette, CD of LDS artists who wrote songs about the camp theme. Every kid received one. EFY music began in 1986 and continued until 2019 before the LDS Church changed the youth program. In the 80s not only did you have Michael McLean, Kenneth Cope, and Julie De Azevdeo, but over the decades, artists evolved out of these produced EFY albums. Why? They were approved by the church since the program was under BYU, a church-owned private university. Not everyone appreciated the songs, but the production was top quality. However, producers and artists were not given the standard music industry fees. Peter wanted to get involved and was at a point in his career where the LDS church listened to him. He recruited Jon Schmidt, Steven Sharp Nelson's partner in The Piano Guys, to produce an authentic album of songs. However, they were restricted by several policies. Peter produced one more several years ago with songwriter Russ Dixon from the Utah group Colors. Concerts were also performed, and youth looked forward to it. Overtime EFY did away with the concerts because leaders felt there was too much attention drawn to the artists. There was one theme song that was the EFY “We Are The World” that brought the popular artists who were LDS together called, “Especially For Youth.” Mormons who go to the Temple make covenants that they'll donate all their time and talents to building up the Church. As a result, artists felt an obligation to do things for free or for very little pay. They discuss firesides, which are special events inside a church building. In the beginnings, Churches wanted firesides, but overtime fewer and fewer musicians were invited to perform their music about God. Peter shares his experience being asked to perform for LDS leaders and bring his band, only they wouldn't pay for anything. Peter would have to pay his band out of his pocket.Peter and Paul share their frustration as an artist who doesn't do LDS themed music. Because he lent his voice to a few LDS themed songs, the music platform's algorithm made him an LDS artist and recommends other LDS artists instead of the Americana Folk artists. Paul also shares his frustration that new material still references artists that the metadata feels is comparable to when Paul started in 1995. Paul talks about doing an album with Steele Croswhite, who was not LDS, and slowly the culture started working with people of other Christian denominations.Paul talks about his experience speaking and performing at a Missionary Fall social attended by Apostles Russell M. Nelson and Elder David A. Bednar. A previous 70s prophecy by President Spencer Kimball invited LDS members to create the very finest artist, particularly because he believed they have all the truth. He showed the apostles the classical Billboard charts that had 5 out of 10 people who were LDS. He showed that his prophecy was being fulfilled. Afterward, Elder Bednar invited Paul to write a song with him. Paul worked with Steven Sharp Nelson and Marshall McDonald to produce Paul and David Bednar's office song "One by One." Paul would later present Elder Bednar with a plaque showing he was part of a No. 1 Billboard charting album. Paul would perform this piece with LDS tenor Nathan Pacheco. Paul discusses the positive experience of doing business with Elder Bednar and the corporate church concerning owning the master rights to their song. Paul learned that Apostles do not take a royalty. If so, it goes directly to the church missionary department.Peter talks about Trina Harmon, a Nashville songwriter who isn't LDS, has helped several Mormons evolve as writers and artists. She complimented LDS members but said she's not yet met an LDS artist who is truly aligned with the mission of the Church. The LDS Church demands a lot of service and rules, leaving artists at odds in creating music. Paul agrees and says that anyone, LDS or not, who creates music that points people to Jesus Christ is important. They briefly discuss Paul Simon who is getting older and producing an album about his relationship with God. Maturing popular artists lean into producing faith-based recordings. Artists need to speak to the struggles. Peter talks about his daughter choosing to go on a mission and his concern that it could go one or two ways. Missionaries lean in or when they return, get out of the church.Paul shares Christian artist Andrew Peterson, who like Peter Breinholt, built a community of artists within a cultural context. In Mormon culture, there's a little bit of reluctance towards charismatic musicians. When Peter was connecting with the youth in a fireside, the leader stood up to make sure the audience understood that Peter is not someone who they need to look up to, but to look up to God. Leaders tend to put down artists. A leader cornered Peter to ask him if he's a kingdom builder or a Peter builder. They discuss Mormon theology about being ordained Kings and Queens, so there's a sense of looking down on those who aren't anointed joint heirs with God. Paul shares that he needed to strip away all the idols and ideology that stood in the way of having a full relationship with Christ. Paul believes in the Four Gospels over any new revelation from those who claim to be God's prophets. The Four Gospels are 4 eye witnesses of the Resurrected Lord who disagree on the details, but they all tell the same story. He goes into talking about the Codex Vaticanus and the other codexes that were used by St. Jerome to give the world the Latin Vulgate. Paul gets into why he doesn't believe in a Church that he loves with all his heart. They talk about Joseph Smith's first vision narrative that the Church has been teaching for hundreds of years, that even LDS scholars say that narrative can't be sustained. It's simply not true. Peter says that artists deconstruct. It's why artists write songs, to say something they can't say with words. They compose how they feel.They discuss challenges in Mormon doctrine. Paul talks about one of the Christian churches he attends called Immanuel Nashville with Pastor TJ Tims. Artists analyze everything.Paul and Peter end by setting up part two. ABOUT PETER BREINHOLTPeter Breinholt is well-known performer in the Salt Lake region and became so largely through word-of-mouth. His debut record became the best-selling independently released CD ever in the state of Utah, and was described a decade after it's release as "an underground classic" by Salt Lake Magazine. Peter has performed for countless sold out crowds in every major concert hall in the state, including Kingsbury Hall, Tuacahn and Sundance. Utah Governor Gary Herbert recently honored Peter with the Governor's Mansion Award for Achievement in the Performing Arts for his influence as a songwriter and performing artist.

In this episode, Brian Auten and Chad Gross interview Corey Miller and Ross Anderson, two former Mormons, on their book Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message: Confident Conversations with Mormon Missionaries (and Other Latter-day Saints) - https://a315.co/3PYWohYCheck out the website www.mormonmissionarymessage.com for more!About our guests: https://a315.co/45c79Su0:24 - Intro to the book and our guests2:47 - Welcome to Corey and Ross4:23 - How did the book come together?7:20 - What was it like growing up in the Mormon culture?11:18 - What led Corey and Ross to start doubting Mormonism?17:40 - What does doubting Mormonism usually lead to?22:45 - What are the primary authorities for Mormons?26:10 - Questioning the testimony of Mormons31:40 - What sows doubt into Mormons' experiences?37:45 - The life of a Mormon missionary40:30 - What do you say to the Mormon at your door?45:00 - What to avoid saying?48:25 - The usefulness of the book and where to find more resourcesCheck out the website www.mormonmissionarymessage.com for more!Corey Miller & Ratio Christi:https://ratiochristi.org/people/corey-miller/Ross Anderson: www.faithaftermormonism.org================================We appreciate your feedback.If you're on TWITTER, you can follow Chad @TBapologetics.You can follow Brian @TheBrianAutenAnd of course, you can follow @Apologetics315If you have a question or comment for the podcast, record it and send it our way using www.speakpipe.com/Apologetics315 or you can email us at podcast@apologetics315.com

In the book, Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message, Paul addresses LDS Missionary Lesson 3 called, The Gospel of Jesus Christ, from the missionary manual Preach My Gospel. For LDS, eternal life includes doing: faith, repentance, water baptism, the gift of the Holy Ghost given by LDS priesthood, and various laws kept and temple ordinances performed as well as enduring to the end to try to reach the highest heaven (Celestial Kingdom). There is no assurance of eternal life in this life in the LDS gospel. Paul brings up some great questions. If LDS argue today their salvation is by grace, then what is the function of the LDS temple? Can anyone go in or do you have to do something to qualify? The Reformation came about when the Catholic Church offered the paying of indulgences for special privileges. Since tithing is required to enter an LDS temple where ordinances are required to strive to reach the highest LDS heaven, isn't this practice similar to what the reformers fought against? Staircases and ladders? Another difference between the LDS gospel and the gospel of the Bible is that the LDS Holy Ghost leaves someone when they sin, although his role is supposed to give one the strength to obey the commandments. But, how can a Latter-day Saint have the help of the Holy Ghost to strive to reach the Celestial Kingdom if he abandons them when they sin? Isn't that when one needs him the most? Paul discusses the LDS Holy Ghost's lack of omnipresence in Episode 46 of the Outer Brightness Podcast. His chapter in the book gives a number of dos and don'ts for witnessing to missionaries and offers scriptures they may use to teach the LDS gospel.

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL authors Ross Anderson and Corey Miller about their online article, “Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message” https://www.equip.org/articles/responding-to-the-mormon-missionary-message/For more information on receiving the full book, Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message, for your partnering gift, please click here. https://www.equip.org/product/cri-resource-responding-to-the-mormon-missionary-message/When you support the Journal, you join the team of to help provide the resources at equip.org that minister to people worldwide. These resources include our ever growing database of over 1,500 articles, as well as our free Postmodern Realities podcast.Another way you can support our online articles is by leaving us a tip. A tip is just a small amount, like $3, $5, or $10 which is the cost for some of a latte, lunch out, or coffee drink. To leave a tip, click here.Other recent articles and Postmodern Realities podcasts featuring this author:Hank Unplugged: Leaving Mormonism for the Reason of Christ, Ratio Christi with Corey Miller Postmodern RealitiesEpisode 169 The Jesus of Mormonism: Differences That Make a DifferenceThe Jesus of Mormonism: Differences That Make a DifferenceEpisode 137 How We Lost the Universities and How to Reclaim the Voice of ChristHow We Lost the Universities and How to Reclaim the Voice of ChristThe Golden Rule Evidence for Christianity over Competing Worldviews and ReligionsThe Use and Misuse of Testimony: A Stealth Strategy for Effective Dialogue with Mormons

Bill McKeever interviews Corey Miller and Ross Anderson, the editors of a new book on the message of the Mormon missionaries. To purchase the book on Amazon, visit https://www.amazon.com/s?k=responding+to+the+mormon+missionary+message&crid=3TL9HELY27D3U&sprefix=responding+t%2Caps%2C142&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_12

Bill McKeever interviews Corey Miller and Ross Anderson, the editors of a new book on the message of the Mormon missionaries. To purchase the book on Amazon, visit https://www.amazon.com/s?k=responding+to+the+mormon+missionary+message&crid=3TL9HELY27D3U&sprefix=responding+t%2Caps%2C142&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_12

Bill McKeever interviews Corey Miller and Ross Anderson, the editors of a new book on the message of the Mormon missionaries. To purchase the book on Amazon, visit https://www.amazon.com/s?k=responding+to+the+mormon+missionary+message&crid=3TL9HELY27D3U&sprefix=responding+t%2Caps%2C142&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_12

Around 70,000 Mormon missionaries are trying to convert people to the LDS Church. Their main target is people from a Christian background. Church-going people need to be aware of what the missionaries are saying, because their claims are framed in biblical-sounding language. More than that, Christians don't have to avoid Mormon missionaries. We can share good news with them that can change their lives one day. That's the point of the book Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message, co-authored by Pursue God contributor Ross Anderson, written by former Mormons, including several former Mormon missionaries who now follow Jesus. As a response to the Mormon missionary curriculum called Preach My Gospel, this book gives an insider's view of what the missionaries teach. Each chapter also includes practical tips about interacting with missionaries, as well as the former missionaries' personal stories of how they became missionaries, what the missionary experience was like, and how they later came to faith in Jesus. This creates great empathy for the missionaries who come to our door, and hope for our conversations with them.Starting Points to Good ConversationsChapters 1 and 2 of the book talk about important issues that frame our discussions with Latter-day Saints. For example, the culture of Mormonism influences how they hear our message. We all have a culture. Most of us are unaware of our own. Culture gives answers to questions like: how do I know what is true or not true? What voices do I consider credible? How do I make spiritual decisions? If we understand the culture of people we're sharing the gospel with, we can avoid stepping in a lot of land mines.Part of this is how, in Mormon culture, personal experience is the final authority for spiritual matters. Mormons elevate three sources of authority: their prophets, their scriptures, and their experiences. A spiritual experience is seen as confirmation from God directly to my own spirit, leading to the Mormon “testimony”. A testimony is an assurance, expressed publicly, that the LDS Church is true, the Book of Mormon is true, Joseph Smith was a prophet of God, and more. In practice, the testimony is a refuge for Mormons when they can't answer or refute what Christians might say. Keep in mind that testimony is a valid form of knowledge, and experience has an important role to play in the historic Christian faith. The difference is that for Christians, our experiences are secondary to the Bible. If they go against what the Bible says, they are not valid. For Mormons, experience trumps every other source of truth.Because Christians have our own testimony of God's reality and work in our lives, we can bear our testimony to Mormons. 1 John 5:9-13 (ESV) If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater, for this is the testimony of God that he has borne concerning his Son. 10 Whoever believes in the Son of God has the testimony in himself. Whoever does not believe God has made him a liar, because he has not believed in the testimony that God has borne concerning his Son. 11 And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. 12 Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life. 13 I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life.We can use these verses before sharing our own testimony of faith. They point out that our testimony lines up with God's testimony, which is the ultimate testimony of truth. This testimony states that God has given us life. Whoever has the Son, has that life. We can share how we have come to know and experience that ourselves.Then we can ask the missionaries, as we bear our testimony, “Do you...

This is Part 2 with the authors of the book Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message, Corey Miller and Ross Anderson. Ross explains that although the LDS missionary manual Preach My Gospel was recently updated, none of the content has changed. When meeting with LDS missionaries, this book will prepare you in advance for what they will teach and give a biblical response. Learning the LDS gospel may help Christians understand the biblical gospel and be better able to articulate our own relationship with the living Jesus. Corey says we have 2 ears and one mouth for a reason—listen to the LDS! Five LDS may give 6 differing opinions on their beliefs. Respond to an individual's beliefs. Ask questions. In addition to Miller and Anderson's contributions, this book contains chapters from 6 former LDS missionaries now biblical Christians who also describe their experiences with Christians on their LDS missions, telling what Christians may have said or done that impacted them personally. Ross reminds us to testify to the reality and intimacy of our relationship with Jesus.

Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message is an excellent new book that covers exactly what LDS missionaries are directed to teach their investigators from their manual called Preach My Gospel. The authors, Corey Miller and Ross Anderson, explain the LDS culture (persecution-sensitive) and the LDS testimony (“Don't confuse me with facts, I have a feeling”) as a foundation for understanding the LDS people. Then, the book gives biblical responses to each of the missionary teachings. We see this book as invaluable to Christians with a heart to witness the biblical gospel to LDS missionaries telling truth in love.

When LDS (Mormon) missionaries come to your door, how should you respond? And – no less important- how SHOULDN’T you respond? Here’s what we can learn from the Apostle Peter, Blaise Pascal, and St. Dominic on correcting Mormons “with advantage.” Speaker 1: You are listening to Shameless Popery with Joe Heschmeyer, a production of Catholic Answers. Joe Heschmeyer: Welcome back to Shameless Popery. I’m Joe Heschmeyer. And I want to explore the issue of Mormonism, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and more broadly the family of religious trad…

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YouTube Link Jill and Julie Durrant share their Mormon upbringing and the challenges they faced within the faith. They discuss the expectations placed on Mormon children and the milestones they must achieve to be considered successful in the community. Julie's scrupulosity and the patriarchal blessing she received add to her struggles. Jill talks about the superiority you can feel as a Mormon and the cognitive dissonance she experienced when her sister, Alli, came out as a lesbian. Jill went on a mission to find answers about her siblings, and Julie's faith crisis begins in earnest after talking with her son, Tom. They discuss the complications of navigating family dynamics and the difficulty of leaving the church. Ultimately, the Durrant family's story is one of resilience, growth, and learning to navigate the complexities of life within and outside of Mormonism. Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117  Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

Dallin Seely from YouTube channel @TheDashleys grew up as a multigenerational Mormon. When he was seven years old, his father passed away from stomach cancer. Despite this tragedy, the church provided a lot of support to him and his family. The early death of his father leads Dallin to experience intense scrupulosity as he worries that he will never see his father again in heaven if he isn't "worthy" according to LDS Standards. A strict Bishop exacerbates Dallin's scrupulosity but is somewhat alleviated when a new bishop tells him that his worthiness was not determined by others. Dallin went on a mission for the church and had a mix of positive and negative experiences. When he came home from his mission, he was encouraged to get married, but he continued to have doubts about the church's teachings, such as the priesthood ban for black members.  Dallin felt the Holy Ghost told him to marry a certain woman, but he falls in love with Ashley, another faithful woman but who seems a bit less "proper" to Dallin for things like expressing humor through sarcasm. Dallin follows his own heart and marries Ashley anway. The couple deals with the church's inherent sexism, including in the temple and the teaching of “the patriarchal order” in the Mormon church. Continuous marriage struggles lead them to seek therapy. This led to the healthiest time in their marriage, as they were able to have emotional intimacy and talk about their feelings, including Ashley's feelings about General Conferences and sexism. They did not want to teach their daughter to feel inferior to men. They also talk about embracing their true selves and raising their children in a way that eliminates guilt and fear. They describe their understanding of the brain and how therapists aim to change relationships to thoughts and feelings, and not be enslaved by them. TheDashleys on YouTube Episode Show Notes Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon Our Platforms: Youtube Patreon Spotify Apple Podcasts Contact us: MormonStories@gmail.com  PO Box 171085, Salt Lake City, UT 84117  Social Media: Insta: @mormstories Tiktok: @mormonstoriespodcast Join the Discord

BONUS EPISODE! Chad and Cy also sat down with their friend Bill Squire this week to chat about his new special (WATCH HERE!) and his time as a Morman missionary! Enjoy!! REMINDER! Chad's taping TWO SPECIALS on December 3rd at The Orpheum in Madison, WI! For tickets follow this link! The Middle of Somewhere Patreon page is officially here! Follow this link to go sign up and check out some of the fun free stuff we already have posted! --- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter! Chad Daniels (@ThatChadDaniels) is a Dad, Comedian, and pancake lover. With over 750 million streams of his 5 albums to date, his audio plays are in the 99th percentile in comedy and music on Pandora alone, averaging over 1MM per week. Chad's previous album, Footprints on the Moon was the most streamed comedy album of 2017, and he has 6 late-night appearances and a Comedy Central Half Hour under his belt. Cy Amundson (@CyAmundson) With appearances on Conan, Adam Devine's House Party, and Comedy Central's This is Not Happening, Cy Amundson is fast-proving himself in the world of standup comedy. After cutting his teeth at Acme Comedy Company in Minneapolis, has since appeared on Family Guy and American Dad and as a host on ESPN's SportsCenter on Snapchat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices