Episodes
Cultural Rhetoric
Cultural rhetoric promotes self-expression and introspection, transcending norms, reflecting unique narratives, blending history with modernity, and celebrating diverse…
Salvation
Latter-Day Saints believe in doing all one can do and then believing that the grace of God will…
A Series of Concepts
Shawn McCraney critiques organized religion's rigid beliefs, emphasizing personal relationships with God through Christ's completed work, promoting inclusivity…
Are You Good?
Evaluate goodness by God's standard; outward actions may hide inner flaws. True character shows under pressure. Self-reflect, seek…
A Number of Various Topics
Shawn critiques traditional biblical views, emphasizing context and spiritual relevance. He dismisses a future second coming, focusing on…
HEART
The TVAR
Shawn McCraney uses a 1948 gas station metaphor to discern Christian teachings' historical vs. timeless aspects. He re-evaluates…
Epistemology
Acrylic art depicts life's journey, exploring beliefs, societal doctrines, and universal love. Emphasizes transcending desires for true freedom…
Shawn McCraney: Not a Cult Leader
Shawn McCraney's ministry emphasizes biblical faith, humility, self-awareness, and spiritual growth, rejecting cult-like control, promoting individuality, and preparing…
A Million Acres of Fun
Jesus's triumph over sin and death reconciled humanity with God, offering a closer relationship. Some seek this journey…
Is the Bible a Standard of Truth?
Latter-Day Saints are taught that the bible is not a reliable measure of truth, because it is not…
ICURP
Shawn contrasts Jesus' liberating message with Mormonism's restrictions, promotes open dialogue on faith, critiques Calvinism, and emphasizes personal…
The Whole Enchilada
Apparent Bible Contradictions
After a little research, all the alleged contradictions and inaccuracies are totally explainable. Learn More on our NEW…
Interview with McKenna Denson, Part 3
Washing of the Mind
The Bible renews minds, overcomes chaos, reveals God, and transforms through the Holy Spirit. Start with Gospels for…
Interview with McKenna Denson, Part 2
Shawn McCraney previews a major announcement on Oct 30, 2018, during HOTM 2.0's anniversary, aiming to deepen understanding…
Forced Faith
Reformed Theology stresses God's will in salvation, denying free will, while scriptural teachings and free will emphasize personal…
Mother in Heaven – Part 3
All of this Mother in Heaven and Queen of Heaven talk is just another means to get people…
Interview with McKenna Denson, Part 1
Shawn interviews McKenna Denson on her activism in Mormonism, covering her background, LDS Church experiences, personal disclosures, and…
The Stance on Women Speaking in Church
Paul's message in 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 sparks debate on women's silence in church, with views ranging from strict…
Mother in Heaven – Part 2
We are continuing our review of the Gospel Topics Essays found on LDS.org. This one is addressing the…
Christian Attitudes
Shawn McCraney critiques religious manipulation, promotes individual biblical interpretation, emphasizes faith over works, and advocates for love and…
No Shame
Shawn contrasts good faith, grounded in evidence and belief in a creator, with bad faith, like belief in…
Mother in Heaven – Part 1
“We have now clearly shown that God the Father had a plurality of wives…” If that was true,…
Five Points of Calvinism Fellowship: Ficken Serious
Shawn McCraney emphasizes engaging diverse views, critiques misuse of scripture, challenges Sola Scriptura, and views Christianity as an…
The Human Being
Shawn uses a flower metaphor to explain human development, contrasting rigid religious views with a modern, inclusive approach…
Gospel Topic Essays
I think the reason the church came out with the essays at that time was because convert rates…
Interview with Bill Allred
A Discussion About ChristiAnarchy with Steve Utley
Christian Anarchy blends spiritual independence from intermediaries with political anarchy in faith. It prioritizes spiritual focus over political…
The Symbol of the Cross – Part 3 – Talking to Mormons
Contrary to what Latter-day Saint leaders have taught – the cross is far more than just the instrument…
Commentary on Making the World a Better Place
Shawn McCraney's teaching critiques religious institutions, emphasizes dialogue, personal agency, and systemic reform, supports Kristy Johnson, and discusses…
One Chapter From Titus
Paul's letter to Titus advises on appointing leaders, stressing qualities like blamelessness and sound doctrine, while warning against…
Symbol of the Cross – Part 2
When someone puts their faith in Jesus, his death on the cross pays the penalty due for our…
Interview with Dan Ellis: Atheists of Utah
Renewing Your Mind
Shawn stresses renewing the mind via thorough biblical teaching, not entertainment. He warns that true spiritual growth requires…
Symbol of the Cross – Talking to Mormons
Why do most Mormons have an aversion toward the cross as a Christian symbol? Learn More on our…
Interview with Dan Wees
Sola Scriptura
The teaching prioritizes the Holy Spirit over the Bible and institutional religion, emphasizing its role within believers as…
God: Spirit or Body – Part 2 – Talking to Mormons
When Joseph Smith wrote the Book of Mormon around 1828 to 1829, his theological background was in Protestant…
Interview with Dr. Larry Norris, United Methodist Church Pastor
Rochambeau
Shawn likens faith to "rock, paper, scissors": firm principles (rock), written laws (paper), Spirit engagement (scissors), citing Ephesians…
God: Spirit or Body? – Part 1 – Talking to Mormons
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Interview with Linda Swayne
Which Well Do We Drink From?
The teaching contrasts five metaphorical wells, highlighting Jesus as the fifth well offering free, unrestricted spiritual fulfillment, unlike…
Jesus – Talking to Mormons
The Latter-Day Saints believe that Jesus is our Elder – spirit brother. The LDS believe that Jehovah created…
Interview with Kristy Johnson, Part 3
God Has Never Left Us
Shawn teaches that human progress may lessen perceived need for God, but God enhances wisdom in these fields.…
Virgin Birth – Talking to Mormons
If all humans, Mary included, are literally God’s spirit children, born in a preexistence via a sexual relationship…