Episodes
Jim Johnson
Shawn McCraney contrasts Mormonism with Biblical Christianity, focusing on differences in beliefs about Jesus, salvation, and temple garments, while promoting dialogue and understanding.
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Lehi and Nephi
"Heart of the Matter" explores Mormonism vs. Biblical Christianity, offers resources, challenges LDS beliefs, critiques Joseph Smith's influences, and discusses LDS marriage views.
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Book of Mormon Characters
Shawn McCraney's teaching critiques blind faith, emphasizes evidence-based belief, contrasts Christian and LDS truth discernment, and discusses religious tax-exemption issues.
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Book of Mormon Elements
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's works-based approach, contrasts it with Biblical simplicity, and questions the Book of Mormon's authenticity due to cultural and historical inconsistencies.
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Book of Mormon Introduction
Shawn McCraney's teaching focuses on transitioning from Mormonism to Christianity, emphasizing salvation through Jesus, critiquing the Book of Mormon's origins, and spreading Christian teachings.
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Sidney Rigdon
Shawn McCraney bridges Mormonism and Christianity, critiques church structures, and offers educational materials. He highlights Mormonism's growth, shared traits with Islam, and historical influences.
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Book of Mormon, Part 45
Shawn McCraney critiques large religious groups, emphasizing a small, true Christian following. He challenges the Book of Mormon's authenticity and rejects "Soul Sleep," citing scripture.
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BOM, Part 44 – Harvest I
Shawn McCraney's teachings at CAMPUS focus on biblical Christianity, critique Mormonism, emphasize the Bible's reliability, and promote internal spiritual growth over old laws.
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State of the Union Address
Shawn McCraney emphasizes Jesus' global atonement, prioritizing sharing His love over stopping sin in non-believers, contrasting Christianity's truth focus with Mormonism's feelings-based approach. He critiques emotional advertising and churches' political priorities, urging Christians to uphold biblical truth over secular politics.
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Eight Witnesses
Heart of the Matter, hosted by Shawn McCraney, critiques Mormonism, emphasizing biblical truth. It questions the authenticity of the Book of Mormon's witnesses and leadership.
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Book of Mormon, Part 37 – Harvest G
Shawn McCraney bridges Mormonism and Biblical Christianity, critiques Mormon practices, questions the authenticity of the Golden Plates, and emphasizes Christ-centered faith.
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Methods of Deception, Part 3
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS Apostle Jeffrey Holland's defensive pride, highlighting Mormonism's business-like nature and historical racial doctrines, urging a return to biblical truth.
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A History of Deception, Part 2
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS Church's materialism, deceptive practices, and media portrayals, urging personal faith in Christ over institutional reliance, highlighting differences with biblical Christianity.
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Mormon Methods of Deception
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's inconsistencies, especially on race and polygamy, urging alignment with biblical Christianity. He highlights doctrinal confusion, LDS leadership's authoritative control, and the church's public-private belief discrepancies.
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Book of Mormon, Part 36 – Harvest F
Shawn McCraney's ministry critiques Mormonism, promotes Biblical Christianity, and emphasizes faith, inclusivity, and unity. He challenges LDS exclusivity and Joseph Smith's claims.
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Book of Mormon, Part 35 – Harvest E, The Liahona
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's reliance on rituals, historical inaccuracies in the Book of Mormon, and belief in mythical artifacts like the Liahona, promoting scripture-centered worship.
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Book of Mormon, Part 34 – Harvest D
Shawn McCraney critiques organized religion, promotes scripture-focused faith, questions the Book of Mormon's authenticity, and highlights true vs. false prophets.
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Book of Mormon, Part 33 – Harvest C
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS conditional love, contrasts with true Christianity's unconditional love. He questions Book of Mormon's origins, critiques speculative evidence, and highlights LDS political influence.
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Book of Mormon, Part 32 – Harvest B
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, emphasizing faith in Jesus for salvation, not laws. He highlights historical inaccuracies in the Book of Mormon and encourages questioning beliefs.
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Book of Mormon, Part 31 – Harvest A
Shawn McCraney emphasizes a personal relationship with God, critiques idolizing religious symbols, contrasts Mormon and Christian beliefs, and questions the Book of Mormon's legitimacy.
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Open Forum
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, emphasizing personal faith over religious allegiance, and contrasts it with Biblical Christianity. He challenges religious hypocrisy, critiques the Book of Mormon's authenticity, and addresses misconceptions about Mormonism, especially during Mitt Romney's candidacy. The LDS Church faces scrutiny, adapting through transparency and outreach, while engaging with modern societal issues like LGBTQ+ rights.
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Book of Mormon, Part 30 – Cultivation B
Shawn McCraney emphasizes spiritual rebirth over physical birth, critiques LDS views on material success, and encourages exploring Christianity beyond Mormonism through dialogue and resources.
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Cultivation A
Shawn McCraney emphasizes "born-again" dialogues with LDS, critiques Book of Mormon's creation, compares Joseph Smith to Warren Jeffs, and encourages Christian engagement.
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Lies – A Respite
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism, contrasting it with Biblical Christianity, highlighting issues like unrealistic standards, false teachings, and the need for true faith.
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Book of Mormon, Part 28 – Pesticide B
Heart of the Matter critiques Mormonism from a Biblical perspective, offers resources for transitioning Mormons, and examines Joseph Smith's origins and Book of Mormon creation.
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The 300th Celebration
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Book of Mormon, Part 27 – Pesticide A
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June of 1828
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Book of Mormon, Part 26 – Watering D
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Book of Mormon, Part 25 – Watering C
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Con Men and Their Mark
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Book of Mormon, Part 24 – Watering B
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Urim and Thummim
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Book of Mormon, Part 23 – Evolution
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Book of Mormon, Part 22 – Watering A
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Convicted of Fraud
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Book of Mormon, Part 21 – Planting I
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Book of Mormon, Part 20 – Planting H
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Book of Mormon, Part 19 – Planting G
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Laptop Debacle
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Book of Mormon, Part 18 – Planting F
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Book of Mormon, Part 17 – Planting E
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Book of Mormon, Part 16 – Planting D
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A Night with a Bishop
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Book of Mormon, Part 15 – Planting C
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Interview with Joel Kramer
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Book of Mormon, Part 14 – Planting B
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Book of Mormon, Part 13 – Planting A
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Book of Mormon, Part 12 – Fertilizer C
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Book of Mormon, Part 11 – Fertilizer B
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