Episodes
The Trinity, Part 2
Shawn's teaching explores the Trinity's complexity, gender perceptions of God, and Christian ethics, advocating open dialogue and understanding beyond rigid doctrines.
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They Think They Do the Lord’s Bidding
Shawn urges Christians to embody virtues like love and kindness online, critiquing social media's negative influence. He stresses faith-sharing with understanding, not aggression.
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The Angel of the Lord Bunkie Brew
Shawn argues against the Trinitarian view, stating the "Angel of the Lord" is a "messenger of YHWH," not pre-incarnate Jesus, supported by Hebrews 1:1-2.
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The Trinity, Part 1
The teaching challenges traditional Trinitarian views, promoting modalism and critical thinking. It emphasizes Christ's saving grace over strict doctrinal adherence.
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Where Do Babies Go When They Die?
Shawn explores theological views on infants' afterlife: Calvinism/Arminianism (divine choice), Catholicism (heaven), Mormonism (sin-free), and Fulfillment (God's mercy).
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First, Second, and Third Before Home
Balance life with God, prioritize loving relationships, maintain well-being, and engage in creative expression. Use a baseball metaphor for structured living.
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Why Don’t I Hear from God?
Recognizing God's communication involves spiritual insights, scripture, dreams, and signs. Emphasizes discernment, patience, and confirmation for interpreting divine messages.
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You Can’t See Because You Won’t Open Your Eyes
Shawn McCraney challenges Trinitarianism, emphasizing God the Father's singularity in Joel 2:27 and 1 Corinthians 8:5-6, highlighting the Father's role in Pentecost.
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To Preach or to Teach
Shawn distinguishes preaching for introducing non-believers to Jesus and teaching for guiding believers to maturity, emphasizing deeper biblical doctrines for growth.
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Bisexuality
Explores bisexuality and pansexuality, emphasizing fluidity, personal agency, and diverse attractions within societal and religious contexts, advocating for open dialogue and understanding.
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Calvin, Arminius, or Biblical Reason
Shawn contrasts Calvinism's predestination, Arminianism's freewill limits, and his view of a loving, victorious God offering salvation to all, respecting freewill.
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The Fix and Response
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Guns and Christians
Christian teachings on self-defense and gun ownership stress ethical use, balancing faith and self-preservation. Personal faith guides decisions, not socio-political agendas.
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Rocks in the Road
Jesus teaches eternal life requires effort, contrasting with easy destruction. He embodies God's nature, emphasizing understanding Him through Creation and God's essence.
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The Concept of First-Fruits and the Forever Increasing Kingdom
Shawn explores the 144,000 in Revelation 14 as pure, blameless first-fruits, linking them to God's Kingdom expansion. First-fruits, exemplified by Jesus, signify the best offered to God, leading to ongoing divine growth.
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Can We Justify Hell: Is It Eternal or Literal?
Shawn's teaching questions eternal hell, introduces annihilationism, separates hell from the lake of fire, and critiques fear-based religious control, urging love-based faith.
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The Romans 7 Perspective
Shawn teaches that true faith in Christ involves freedom and accountability, emphasizing a Spirit-led life over legalism, highlighting internal conflict and identity in Christ.
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Seek
Seek truth through personal exploration, questioning, and scripture (Proverbs 25:2, Matthew 7:7-8). Challenge traditions for spiritual growth, not just institutional teachings.
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Catch Up on More Comments
Jesus's sacrifice fulfills justice, no fear of judgment. Christian anarchy: Christ as sole ruler. Satan's role shifts. LDS views on Fall differ. Christianity vs. Mormonism history. Future topics: hell's nature.
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Explaining the Right Hand of God
Shawn McCraney's teaching explores Jesus' temporary authority at God's right hand, symbolizing power over creation, distinct from God, until all enemies are subdued.
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Where’s the Outrage????
Shawn McCraney challenges religious abuses, urging outrage against manipulations undermining faith's core. Advocates deconstructing such practices with love, inspired by Jesus.
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Evidence of Jesus, Part 2
Teaching highlights Jesus as Messiah through fulfilled prophecies, historical records (Josephus, Tacitus), and transformative personal experiences, urging integration of historical context in debates.
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The Reformers’ Biggest Mistake and Christianity’s Need to Change It
Shawn McCraney critiques 'sola scriptura,' advocating a subjective Bible approach, emphasizing personal interpretation over inherent authority, focusing on human application.
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Check My Church Examines Shawn McCraney, Part 3 – Is Shawn McCraney a Heretic
Sarah Young evaluates Shawn McCraney's work for abusive or harmful traits, focusing on his teachings and practices within the context of "Check My Church."
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If I Have Enough Faith, Will God Do What I Want & Evidence of Jesus, Part 1
Faith doesn't compel God to act on personal desires; Jesus' teachings on faith were for apostles' mission. Jesus' existence is accepted; debates focus on his miracles and resurrection.
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A 30 Second Quote
Shawn integrates diverse Christian traditions, focusing on Christ, sacrifice, and love, defining himself as an independent disciple, blending Catholic, Anabaptist, and Mormon elements.
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Cultural Curation
Shawn McCraney critiques "cultural Curation," urging authenticity over curated online personas, using the Hart family as an example, and promoting humility and genuine spirituality.
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Comments from May
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Drawings of Christian Gods
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Check My Church Examines Shawn McCraney, Part 2 – Is Shawn an Apostate
Sarah Young evaluates Shawn McCraney's work for abusive or harmful traits, focusing on his teachings and practices within the context of "Check My Church."
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Homosexuality
The teaching emphasizes the sin of homosexuality in the Bible, advocates love and support, warns against judgment, and stresses faith in principles over flawed leaders.
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Two More Nails in the Trinity Coffin
Shawn McCraney challenges the Trinity, emphasizing God's oneness in Galatians 3:20 and 1 Corinthians 8:4-6, viewing God as the Father, with Jesus and the Spirit as manifestations.
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Check My Church Examines Shawn McCraney, Part 1 – Is Shawn an Apostate?
Shawn McCraney, transitioning from Mormonism to Christianity, promotes independent faith exploration, rejects traditional doctrines, and emphasizes transparency, integrity, and scriptural focus.
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What Is the Purpose of Life?
Explores life's purpose via Christian views, love, gospel, creation mystery, free will vs. predetermination, personal growth, societal impact, freedom, faith, potential.
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Dear James, Jeff, and Jason and the Many Who Follow Your Lead
Understanding Jesus personally is key; focus on His teachings, not traditions. True faith leads to spiritual maturity and the Fruit of the Spirit, not division.
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With Respect and Love Dr. White, You’ve Got It Wrong
Shawn McCraney challenges traditional Trinitarian views, emphasizing Jesus as the "I Am" and distinct from God the Father. He promotes unity among Christians despite theological differences.
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How To Know Truth
Truth is objective, not relative; spiritual truths are absolute but interpreted subjectively. Art is subjective; scientific facts evolve. Belief in God requires faith and evidence.
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Revelation Art
Shawn McCraney presents illustrated Book of Revelation, claims historical events, plans publication. Announces May 4, 2021, interview with Sarah Young to address criticism.
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Interview with Rick and Kari Wahlquist – Freedom to Worship
Shawn McCraney sits down with The Walquists for a discussion.
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Evolution
The teaching argues that evolution and Christian faith can coexist, encourages open-mindedness, and suggests integrating science into religious understanding to enrich both fields.
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Interview with Mark Payzant
Shawn McCraney sits down with Mark Payzant for a discussion.
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Interview with Mark Payzant
Shawn McCraney sits down with Mark Payzant for a discussion.
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Lazy Learners and Lax Disciples Told to Ignore LDS Church History and Believe Anyway!
Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/ ?Talking to Mormons YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ Facebook – https://goo.gl/s2vADr Instagram – https://goo.gl/rLQRiZ Podcasts Come Follow Me iTunes – https://goo.gl/dsQ893…
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“Lazy Learners” and “Lax Disciples” Told to Ignore LDS Church History and Believe Anyway!
Script – https://talkingtomormons.com/ ?Talking to Mormons YouTube – https://goo.gl/Pe2LiV Website – https://TalkingToMormons.com/ Facebook – https://goo.gl/s2vADr Instagram – https://goo.gl/rLQRiZ Podcasts Come Follow Me iTunes – https://goo.gl/dsQ893…
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Aliens & UFOs
The discussion examines aliens' existence, challenging evangelical views, considering the universe's vastness, and the Fermi Paradox. It suggests extraterrestrial life doesn't conflict with Christianity.
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Interview with Sarah Young of Check My Church, Part 2
Shawn McCraney sits down with Sarah Young for a discussion.
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Jesus the Deceiver
Shawn McCraney highlights Jesus' adherence to the Great Shema, emphasizing monotheism and challenging Trinitarian views by portraying God as a singular entity.
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Is the Bible Inerrant?
Acknowledge translation errors, cultural context; core doctrines remain authoritative. Interpret with context, spirit-led guidance. Choose Bible version by preference.
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Interview with Sarah Young of Check My Church, Part 1
Shawn McCraney sits down with Sarah Young for a discussion.
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Accounta-laugh-ability
Shawn McCraney promotes personal faith over formal religion, highlighting spiritual growth through direct connection with God, as seen in Quakers' and Anabaptists' practices.
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