Episodes
Jesus in a Burka
Shawn McCraney emphasizes unity among Christians, focusing on God's reconciliation through Christ. He advocates love over doctrinal disputes, highlighting faith and personal peace with God.
Heart Of The Matter
Mosiah 25-28
How should the Church deal with sinners and apostates? Does the Book of Mormon teaching of no paid clergy, apply to current LDS General Authorities?…
Talking To Mormons
The Trinity, Part 2 Q&A
Shawn McCraney challenges the Trinity, viewing God as one being with three manifestations: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He emphasizes unity over traditional Trinitarian views.
Heart Of The Matter
The Trinity, Part 2
Shawn McCraney advocates returning to the Bible, rejecting rigid doctrines like the Trinity, promoting unity, and focusing on scripture without human interpretation.
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Mosiah 18-24 | The Word “Mormon”
When was the word “Mormon” first used in the Book of Mormon text? When was the first baptism mentioned in the Book of Mormon? How…
Talking To Mormons
The Trinity Q&A
Shawn critiques South Mountain Community Church's financial aid process, debates on biblical interpretation, and challenges traditional Trinity doctrine, advocating for open dialogue and unconditional generosity.
Heart Of The Matter
The Trinity
Shawn critiques the Trinity, emphasizing God as the Father alone, with Jesus as His Son and the Holy Spirit as His presence. He challenges traditional views, urging independent biblical study.
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God, Show Me The Truth
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How Are the Trials of Abinadi and Jesus Similar? | Mosiah 11-17
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Enemies of the Children
Shawn advocates for dynamic faith, embracing change and spiritual rebirth over rigid traditions. He highlights obstacles like fear and pride, urging personal growth and authenticity.
Heart Of The Matter
God Has a Body of Flesh and Bones x2
Joseph Smith taught in D&C 130:22 that God has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as man’s body. This doctrine was placed into…
Talking To Mormons
Mosiah 7-10 | Temples in the Book of Mormon | Come Follow Me
Were Book of Mormon temples used primarily for assemblies rather than for sacred ordinance work? Were grammatical errors present in the 1830 edition of the…
Talking To Mormons
Religious Manipulations & Family Death Q&A
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS Church's demand for perfection, emphasizing love and authenticity over religious manipulation. He contrasts spiritual life with physical death, urging focus on eternal values.
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Enemies of the Children Q&A
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Family Death
Shawn's teaching contrasts death's impact on Christians now vs. under Jewish law, highlighting post-resurrection changes, believers' heavenly transition, and universal love.
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Mosiah 4-6 | King Benjamin’s Impossible Gospel
Are there similarities in King Benjamin’s speech and that of 19th century revival meetings? Could Benjamin be teaching an “impossible gospel” concerning sinning, repentance and…
Talking To Mormons
Religious Manipulations
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Family Occupations
Shawn teaches that Christians can serve God in any profession by aligning their unique abilities and desires with their faith, without a hierarchy of honor.
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How Many Temples Are in the Book of Mormon | Mosiah 1-3
Were sacrifices and burnt offerings in the Book of Mormon done appropriately according to the Law of Moses? How many different temples were mentioned in…
Talking To Mormons
Problem Child Q&A
Shawn McCraney stresses reason over superstition, critiques religious entitlement, and emphasizes humility, charity, and spiritual growth over material promises.
Heart Of The Matter
Problem Child
Shawn McCraney teaches parents to use agape love, embodying self-control and empathy, allowing children to face consequences to foster growth and responsibility.
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Family Administration Q&A
Shawn McCraney emphasizes rebirth in Christ, critiques material-driven religion, advocates for church asset liquidation for community aid, and promotes personal spiritual growth.
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Family Administration
Christian parenting involves clear family practices, mutual love, supportive rules, spiritual guidance, stable rituals, and flexibility. Emphasizes daughters' growth and skill development.
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Sword of Laban | Enos – Words of Mormon | Come Follow Me
Did Joseph Smith end up possessing the sword of Laban as some witnesses say he did? Ever wondered why the Lamanites never kept records to…
Talking To Mormons
Baby in D’ School Q&A
Shawn McCraney critiques church focus on money, urges support for pandemic-affected, emphasizes spiritual Kingdom of God, parental role in faith, and creative learning.
Heart Of The Matter
Baby in D’ School
Shawn McCraney questions Christian schools' alignment with personal faith goals, warns against cultural Christianity, and emphasizes parental example over institutional influence.
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Danny Larsen Interview with Earl Erskine – Ex-Mormon Files
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Jacob 5-7 | Come Follow Me Podcast | Mar 16-22
Do olive trees grow in vineyards? Or, do olive trees grow in groves? Are the titles – Holy Ghost and Holy Spirit – used anachronistically…
Talking To Mormons
Adultery, Divorce, & Baby in D’ House Q&A
Shawn McCraney teaches calmness, wisdom in crises, historical context of pandemics, eternal focus, critique of faith as disease shield, Spirit's reach, chastity, humility, grace.
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Baby in D’ House
Shawn McCraney advocates nurturing parenting, focusing on love and spiritual virtues over strict Old Testament practices, encouraging open dialogue and personal faith exploration.
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God Was Once a Man: LDS Doctrine
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Was There an Aaronic or Melchizedek Priesthood During Book of Mormon Times? | Jacob 1-4
During those same times – were men stealing other men’s wives and marrying under-aged girls? Does Jacob’s teaching about King David’s wives contradict what Joseph…
Talking To Mormons
Divorce
Shawn McCraney advocates for compassion over judgment in divorce, likening marriage to stock investments. He emphasizes reconciliation, spiritual guidance, and family welfare.
Heart Of The Matter
Adultery
Shawn McCraney's teachings on adultery emphasize internal motives, compassion, and love over condemnation, highlighting infidelity's societal impact and advocating for healing through empathy.
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Adoption Q&A
Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" addresses Christian living amidst modern issues, focusing on love and core beliefs over politics, with discussions on polygamy, Mormonism, and abortion.
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Adoption
Shawn McCraney emphasizes personal choice in sex/marriage, accountability to God, adoption as biblical love, and diverse family acceptance driven by selfless love.
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Monotheism and Modalism | 2 Nephi 31-33
What is the doctrine of Christ? Is it possible to live the Mosaic law and follow the doctrine of Christ at the same time? What…
Talking To Mormons
Familiar Spirit? | Is the Bible Reliable? | 2 Nephi 26-30
Why would a book claiming to be scripture want to be associated with having a “familiar spirit” Is Jesus Christ – Eternal God How reliable…
Talking To Mormons
Abortion Q&A
Shawn advocates for a compassionate, Christ-like approach to abortion, emphasizing understanding over polarization, and prioritizing love and empathy over political battles.
Heart Of The Matter
Abortion
Shawn McCraney emphasizes aligning personal views on abortion with biblical teachings, responsibility for actions, and love over judgment, advocating for choice and faith-driven decisions.
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Gay Marriage Q&A
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Lucifer in the Book of Mormon | 2 Nephi 11-25 | Come Follow Me Podcast
Is Christ – God, The Eternal Father? Do we worship Jesus? How did the name Lucifer get into the Bible – and, how did it…
Talking To Mormons
Birth Control
Shawn McCraney discusses birth control in Christian living, advocating for Spirit-guided family planning without religious interference, critiquing traditional views, and emphasizing personal responsibility.
Heart Of The Matter
Gay Marriage
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Masonic Symbols ? Temple Architecture – 2 Nephi 6-10 – Come Follow Me Podcast
According to the Book of Mormon, who is the keeper at Heaven’s gate – Peter, Christ, or Joseph Smith? Are there references in the Book…
Talking To Mormons
Is Racism Taught in the Book of Mormon? 2 Nephi 1-5 | Come Follow Me Podcast
Is it possible that Joseph Smith wrote himself – by name – into both the Book of Mormon and the Bible? Were the Nephites a…
Talking To Mormons
Sex Out of Order Q&A
Shawn McCraney argues marriage is a commitment formed through sexual union, not ceremonies. Churches should focus on love, not formalizing weddings for tax benefits.
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Sex Out of Order
Shawn McCraney teaches that believers have the mind of Christ but can't fully understand God. He emphasizes faith over reason, authenticity, and personal spiritual journeys.
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What Is Marriage? Q&A
Shawn McCraney teaches that true Christian love is selfless, sacrificial, and demonstrated through actions. He emphasizes serving others, understanding biblical texts in original languages, and reassessing societal norms on marriage and commitment.
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What Is Marriage?
Shawn McCraney redefines biblical marriage as sexual union between willing male and female, critiques ceremonial focus, and stresses selfless love and personal choice guided by the Spirit.
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