Episodes
Pre-Earth Life – Talking to Mormons
LDS Church teachs that every single human being that will ever live on this earth pre-existed in a spirit world prior to coming to this…
Talking To Mormons
Abundant Living
Shawn McCraney redefines Christian living, advocating for an inclusive, post-victory view where all art is Christian, emphasizing grace over law, and embracing abundant life.
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Authoriti
The teaching asserts that Jesus' return ended hierarchical church authority, making all believers part of a collective priesthood, guided directly by Christ and the Holy Spirit.
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Polygamy – Talking to Mormons
God never commanded polygamy in the Bible. God emphasized monogamy in marriage. God commanded men not to have multiple wives. Learn More on our NEW…
Talking To Mormons
For Those Who Have Lost Hope, Part 2
Shawn's teaching focuses on genuine dialogue, understanding Christian truths, moving beyond rituals, prioritizing love, and embracing diverse beliefs for spiritual growth.
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Non-Shakable Kingdom
Christianity focuses on a personal, Spirit-led relationship with God, beyond institutions, emphasizing faith and love, acknowledging fulfilled prophecies and church transformation.
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For Those Who Have Lost Hope, Part 1
Shawn's teachings focus on personal freedom, minimalism, and fulfilled eschatology, rejecting traditional church practices. Emphasizes spiritual growth, sharing faith, and scripture's timeless principles.
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Christian Commandments
Core Christian teachings: focus on faith in Jesus and love for others, as per New Testament. Simplifies numerous commandments to these two key principles.
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Another Joseph Smith?
Shawn critiques LDS views, emphasizes meeting God through Christ, and contrasts with Joseph Smith by focusing on scripture, rejecting extra-biblical teachings, and promoting spiritual empowerment.
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So Now What? Part 2
Shawn explains that Jesus' death and resurrection ended Satan's power, fulfilling prophecy and establishing God's dominion. Satan's defeat allows believers to focus on God.
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Interview with Pastor Mike
Presbyterian governance involves elders and deacons, emphasizes community theology, practices Baptism and Communion, and varies in conservatism between PCA, PCUSA, and OPC.
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So Now What? Part 1
Shawn teaches that Satan and hell are inactive, with Satan's role ending through Jesus. The Mosaic Law revealed sin, but Christ's crucifixion nullified Satan's accusations.
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To Excommunicate or Not, Part 2
Excommunication is outdated; Shawn argues for personal spiritual discernment over rigid church governance, emphasizing love and tolerance in the eternal Kingdom of God.
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He Already Came Back, Part 4
Shawn argues early apostles, like Paul, believed Jesus' return was imminent within their lifetimes, challenging modern views of a future return, citing misinterpretations.
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To Excommunicate or Not, Part 1
Shawn critiques traditional church discipline, questioning excommunication's relevance today. He advocates for understanding scripture contextually, emphasizing internal spiritual guidance over rigid practices.
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The Most Important Passage from the Bible
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Which Jesus?
The teaching challenges traditional views by emphasizing personal faith over church doctrines, spiritual maturity through the Spirit, and understanding Jesus' historical context.
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He Already Came Back, Part 3
Shawn argues Jesus returned in 70 AD, citing apostolic writings. He emphasizes early Christians' belief in an imminent return, fulfilled by Jerusalem's fall, challenging futurist views.
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Transparency All Over the Place
Shawn McCraney promotes open faith discussions, opposes tithing, emphasizes financial transparency, critiques religious financial practices, and advocates for authentic, contextual biblical understanding and personal spiritual freedom.
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He Already Came Back, Part 2
Apostles expected Jesus' return within a generation, based on His teachings. Misinterpretations cause confusion. Early Christians saw it as imminent, per Hebrews, 1 John.
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Who Gets to Say?
Shawn teaches that the New Testament Church was founded on Apostolic leadership with Christ as the cornerstone, emphasizing spiritual over institutional faith, and critiques selective scripture interpretation, advocating for Spirit-guided modern application.
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He Already Came Back, Part 1
Shawn McCraney teaches Jesus' return occurred by 70 AD, fulfilling Matthew 24. This view liberates faith from tradition, seeing "end of the world" as era's end, not physical.
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12 Step Program
Shawn teaches that traditional church practices are outdated, advocating for personal faith over organized religion, fulfilled prophecies, and internalized divine laws.
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Objective or Subjective
Shawn emphasizes a subjective faith, guided by the Spirit, with God's laws on hearts, contrasting traditional views, advocating for authentic living in the New Covenant age.
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The Prediction
Shawn advocates for transparency in religious communities, critiques secretive practices, and emphasizes adapting to societal changes. He promotes love, truth, and reform, warning against financial focus and false authority.
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Sola Spiritus
The teaching critiques Sola Scriptura, advocating for Sola Spiritus, emphasizing the Holy Spirit's role over rigid doctrine, promoting personal faith and unity through love.
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Leadership or Management
The teaching contrasts true leadership with management, urging Spirit-led leaders to challenge norms. It critiques religious practices, advocating for change and spiritual well-being.
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The Bible
Christianity involves re-evaluating Bible beliefs; NT called OT scripture; Gospels written post-Jesus; Bible's formation was gradual; inerrancy is debated; Reformation led by Luther emphasized Sola scriptura, rejecting papal authority.
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A Critique of Sandra Tanner
Shawn advocates for faith in Christ free from religious demands, emphasizing personal spiritual liberty, critiquing traditional church practices, and encouraging open dialogue.
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No Christian Country
Christianity transcends politics, societal norms, and national identity, focusing on personal faith in Jesus. It warns against conflating faith with political agendas.
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Heart of the Matter 2.0
Shawn critiques religious institutions, urging freedom in Christ, rejecting authority-based teachings like tithes, and promotes critical examination of beliefs at CAMPUS.
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ChristiAnarchy Today LIVE
Christianity transcends cultural labels, emphasizing personal faith over systems. Misunderstandings arise from preconceived notions. All expressions can be "Christian" if they inspire faith.
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Is There a Need for “Prophets”?
The Mormons have a man at the head of their church who they call a “prophet.” They believe he actually talks with God and that…
Talking To Mormons
Talking to Mormons – Introduction
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Interview with Mike NOrton
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Interview with Ruth Smart
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Interview with Sandra McGuire
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Interview with Danny Larsen
Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter 1.0" critiqued Mormonism; "HOTM 2.0" will explore beneficial and harmful elements in religion, promoting open faith discussions.
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Interview with Mallory McCraney
Shawn McCraney critiques harmful religious practices, advocates transparency, reflects on past parenting, and emphasizes love and understanding over strictness and appearances.
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Interview with Cassidy McCraney
Shawn McCraney shares his journey in fatherhood, relationships, and spirituality, highlighting his bond with daughter Cassidy and launching a new ministry format on Halloween.
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Interview with Shawn’s Dad, Ed McCraney
Shawn McCraney argues that personal needs, not doctrine, often guide church choice. God values heart and qualities like love over church affiliation or attendance.
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Interview with Shawn’s Mom, Lu McCraney
Shawn McCraney concludes his show by interviewing his parents on their faith journeys, highlighting his mother's strong LDS defense, before new programming starts on Oct 31, 2017.
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Interview with Steve Utley
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Interview with Jason Rapich
Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO! with Shawn McCraney focuses on authentic worship, featuring guest Jason Rapich, a new show on Oct 31, 2017, and a book release on Nov 6.
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Interview with Mark Payzant
Leaving Mormonism requires courage and life changes; seek truth in Christ, not unstable religious foundations, for true spiritual fulfillment and stability.
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Interview with Rick and Kari Wahlquist
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Interview with Delaney McCraney
Shawn McCraney and daughter Delaney discuss her spiritual journey on "Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO," exploring her path in Christianity amidst diverse religious influences.
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Interview with Dave Bartosiewicz
Shawn McCraney hosts "Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO!" in Salt Lake City, discussing worship, events, and interviewing Dave Bartosiewitz on his religious journey and ventures.
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Interview with Richard Dutcher
Shawn McCraney discusses Richard Dutcher's departure from LDS cinema, emphasizing his trust in God and humor. Highlights Dutcher's critique of shallow Mormon films and Kieth Merrill's initial criticism and later apology.
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Interview with Suzanne Puckett
Heart of the Matter ESPRESSO, hosted by Shawn McCraney, focuses on worship in Spirit and Truth, features baptisms, guest appearances, and invites Facebook interaction.
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