Episodes
Jesus
Shawn teaches Jesus embodies God on Earth, choosing humility and servitude. Understanding this reveals God's nature. Paul's words…
The Apostle John Never Died?
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Name of the Church – Part 2
Why would Jesus instruct Joseph Smith in 1830 to call it the “Church of Christ”, then change it…
Interview with Kristy Johnson, Part 1
4 Visions of God
Means and Meaning
Christianity's essence is agape love, inseparable from its historical and spiritual roots. True faith requires integrating scripture knowledge…
Name of the Church – Part 1
It seems that it took a while for the Mormon Church to settle on an official title for…
Interview with Father Christopher
Shawn McCraney explores Catholicism, challenging misconceptions, and finding common ground with Evangelicalism. He questions rituals, sacraments, and church…
Christian Autism
Shawn McCraney stresses engaging non-Christians by understanding their views, avoiding imposing beliefs, and fostering open dialogue, coining "Christian…
Baptism for the Dead – Part 2
Mormons teach that because Paul mentions baptism for the dead it should be an endorsement for this sacred…
Cornucopia
Shawn McCraney teaches against judging by appearances, promotes equality, emphasizes Christ's victory over sin, and focuses on internal…
Randy’s Story
Randy Hatch's story highlights addiction's destructive power, emphasizing mindful choices, identity struggles, and the need for vigilance and…
Children of Same-Sex Marriages – Talking to Mormons
The Mormon Church is creating a special category for the children of gay parents. It appears to many…
Interview with Erik Jerde, Part 3
Spirit in the Sky
The Holy Spirit's influence varies by denomination, from emotions to insights, aiming to reflect God's communication. True understanding…
Baptism for the Dead – Part 1
Mormons believe that individuals who have died can hear and receive the gospel of Jesus Christ in the…
Interview with Erik Jerde, Part 2
X Marks the Spot
The "X" symbol is crucial for Shawn's Christian understanding, serving as a valued heuristic tool with personal meanings,…
Prediction of the Book of Mormon – Part 2
The LDS teach that these verses are speaking of two sticks which are the Bible or the stick…
Interview with Erik Jerde, Part 1
Heuristic
Creation, fall, spiritual rebirth; unity with God through Father, Son, Holy Spirit; transformation from self-discovery to community impact;…
Prediction of the Book of Mormon – Part 1
LDS teach that Isaiah 29:1-4 is predicting the coming of the Book of Mormon, which was translated from…
John Dehlin Interviews Shawn McCraney, Part 3
My Brothers & Sisters
True spiritual siblings prioritize personal righteousness, selfless love, unwavering faith, kindness, peace, and humility over denominational identities and…
Word of Wisdom – Part 2 – Talking to Mormons
God is not dealing with us in the physical – He is dealing with us in the spiritual.…
John Dehlin Interviews Shawn McCraney, Part 2
God Is the Father, Jesus Is the Lord
The teaching emphasizes God as the Father and Jesus as Lord and Savior, distinct from the Trinity, highlighting…
Seer Stone in the Hat
“Joseph Smith would put the seer stone into a hat, and put his face in the hat, drawing…
John Dehlin Interviews Shawn McCraney, Part 1
Cornucopia
Life is a divine gift; humans are psuchekos (flesh-driven) or pneumatikos (Spirit-guided). Spiritual insight is a gift from…
Word of Wisdom – Part 1 – Talking to Mormons
During early LDS meetings the men would spit nasty tobacco juices on the floor. After words, Joseph’s wife…
Interview with John Dehlin, Part 3
Heraclitus & Parmenides
The teachings contrast Heraclitus's change with Parmenides's constancy, applied to Christian spiritual growth, emphasizing evolution through experiences and…
Apostasy – Part 2
The LDS Scriptures teach that the Apostle John never died? And that he was permitted to live on…
Interview with John Dehlin, Part 2
Forecast of the Faith
Shift from traditional religious practices to online house church models due to regulations, diseases, and Millennial mindset, focusing…
Interview with John Dehlin, Part 1
Shawn's interview with John Dehlin covers his personal history, "Mormon Stories" evolution, and leadership in aiding ex-Mormons, highlighting…
Problem Pastors, Part 2
Religious institutions misuse tithing for wealth; preach Gospel freely. Resist supporting materialistic churches. Trust God's guidance, especially pastors.
Why This God? Why This Bible? Why This Jesus?
Shawn's teaching emphasizes Spirit-led biblical interpretation over literalism, critiques Sola Scriptura, highlights God's laws in hearts, and underscores…
Problem Pastors, Part 1
Pastors must nurture, protect, and lead by God's Word, not self-interest. Expose "Problem Pastors" who exploit congregations. Evaluate…
The Law of Tithing – Part 3
LDS members are required to put their trust in the Church leaders and their decision not to disclose…
Cornucopia of Concepts
Shawn McCraney's teachings focus on spiritual growth, scripture interpretation, enduring suffering, and the humanity of Jesus, emphasizing love,…
Is Jesus Really That Bad of a Guy?
Shawn critiques traditional Christian practices, highlighting their divergence from scripture. He suggests these traditions overshadow true spiritual understanding…
The Apostasy – Part 1
The LDS teach that after the death of Jesus, wicked people killed the Apostles. And with their death,…
The Simple Truths
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS doctrines, emphasizing genuine Christian service over protests. He advocates for Total Reconciliation and enduring…
Catch Up & Wrap Up
Calvinism: God predestines salvation. Arminianism: Free will in salvation. Total reconciliation: God saves all through Jesus, allowing belief…
Eternal Families – Talking to Mormons
If Families are essential in Heaven, as taught by the LDS, then how did Jesus become exalted as…
Modern Miracles
Shawn McCraney teaches choosing spiritual over fallen behaviors, emphasizing God's love, personal transformation through faith, and the impact…
Thoughts from Steve
Focus on personal relationship with Jesus, agape love, and spiritual alignment over religious rules or institutions; emphasizes love,…
The Law of Tithing – Part 2 – Talking to Mormons
LDS members are called into tithing settlement at the end of the year to meet with their Bishop…