Episodes
The Word
Shawn McCraney urges Latter-day Saints to focus on Jesus over church culture, emphasizing the Bible's sufficiency and reliability without extra revelations for salvation.
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Counterfeits
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormon narratives, urging reliance on credible sources like UTLM.org. He promotes non-denominational fellowship, warns against deceptive doctrines, and emphasizes biblical truths for genuine spiritual freedom, contrasting them with Mormon beliefs.
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Christmas
Shawn McCraney contrasts materialistic Christmas with its true essence, focusing on Jesus. He criticizes LDS for overshadowing Jesus with Joseph Smith, calling it "Smithmas."
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Gunfight at Carthage
Shawn McCraney critiques Joseph Smith's legacy, LDS martyrdom portrayal, media bias, and encourages open dialogue on Mormonism's impact, inclusivity, and foundational issues.
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A Mormon President
Shawn McCraney examines Mitt Romney's candidacy, focusing on his Mormon faith's influence on leadership, urging reflection on faith-politics mix, noting Romney's personal traits.
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Nauvoo, Part 4
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormon doctrine vs. Christian salvation by grace, urges Utah Christians to stay grounded in scripture, and promotes Alathea Ministries events.
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Nauvoo, Part 3
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's history, especially Nauvoo, questioning Joseph Smith's alignment with Jesus, urging reflection on beliefs and modern issues biblically.
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Nauvoo, Part 2
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS Church's narrative shifts, DNA impact on American Indian ancestry, rebranding as "Restored Christianity," media influence, and Joseph Smith's leadership.
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Nauvoo, Part 1
Shawn McCraney discusses a faith-driven gathering in Ogden, focusing on spiritual experiences beyond bureaucracy, and examines Mormonism's evolution from Joseph Smith's Nauvoo era.
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Racism, Part 2
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS racial biases, linking skin color to righteousness in the Book of Mormon, and highlights contradictions in polygamy and priesthood restrictions.
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Racism, Part 1
Shawn McCraney explores LDS-Afro-American history, priesthood issues, and racial policies, urging open dialogue. Promotes spiritual growth via gatherings, prison ministries, and his book, emphasizing personal faith in Jesus over organized religion.
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Are They Christian?
Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" questions if Mormonism is Christian, coining "Mormonitious" for its evolving doctrines, stressing biblical clarity on God and Jesus.
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Feelings
Gatherings in Salt Lake City and Ogden foster respectful dialogue among LDS members, focusing on open discussions about faith, verse-by-verse teaching, and exploring truth.
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Temples, Part 4
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormon temple practices, claiming they limit personal freedom and spiritual growth, advocating for a Bible-based relationship with God over mandatory rituals.
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Temples, Part 3
Shawn McCraney promotes knowing Jesus beyond labels, critiques LDS temple shifts, and encourages open faith discussions, emphasizing grace and personal Christ relationships.
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Respite 4
Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" show from Salt Lake City explores faith, discussing topics like monogamy and temple clothing, and shares his LDS to Christian transition.
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Temples, Part 2
Shawn McCraney critiques Mormonism's focus on human exaltation over God's worship, explores Freemasonry's influence on LDS practices, and questions the divine origin of temple rituals.
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Temples, Part 1
Shawn McClanney highlights the evolution of temples from physical structures in Israel to spiritual dwellings within believers, contrasting ancient practices with modern interpretations.
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Preface to Temples
Shawn McCraney's show contrasts Mormonism's unique doctrines, like polygamy and exaltation, with traditional Christianity's focus on salvation through Jesus alone.
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Missionary Work
Missionary work in Salt Lake City impacts individuals/communities, emphasizing outreach/dedication. Christians should emulate this through faith, dialogue, and unique services.
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Two Hour Special
Shawn McCraney hosts discussions on LDS polygamy, promoting heart-driven Christian-LDS dialogues. "Pastor in the Pub" now at Denny's, invites LDS reps for scripture talks.
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Polygamy, Part 4
Shawn McCraney's episode discusses Presendia Lathrop Huntington's shift from Norman Buell to polygamy with Joseph Smith, highlighting emotional and ethical challenges.
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Rebirth
Shawn McCraney examines "Born-Again" in Christianity and Mormonism, stressing spiritual rebirth, Biblical alignment, truth-seeking, faith exploration, and transformation in Christ.
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Polygamy, Part 3
Explores Louisa Beaman and Zina Huntington's sacrifices and societal pressures as plural wives of Joseph Smith and Brigham Young, highlighting early LDS polygamy dynamics.
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Polygamy, Part 2
"Heart of the Matter" by Shawn McCraney delves into Mormonism's faith complexities, polygamy history, and stresses community, dialogue, and Jesus as spiritual support.
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Polygamy, Part 1
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Convenient Revelations
Shawn McCraney analyzes Joseph Smith's revelations in early Mormonism, focusing on financial, governance issues, leadership reinforcement, and the introduction of plural marriage.
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Respite
Faith events in Salt Lake City, like HEART IN THE PARK, foster diverse spiritual experiences, dialogue, and understanding among LDS, Christians, and non-believers, focusing on Jesus.
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Pearl of Great Price, Part 3
Community event 'Heart in the Park' for worship; weekly discussions at Squatter’s Pub; Shawn McCraney contrasts Mormonism and Christianity; LDS texts' authenticity questioned.
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Pearl of Great Price, Part 2
Shawn McCraney promotes the "Church Challenge" for interfaith understanding, critiques Joseph Smith's translations, and emphasizes modern worship focused on Jesus.
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Pearl of Great Price, Part 1
Joseph Smith's storytelling, like Zelph's tale, captivated early Mormons despite setbacks. Shawn McCraney contrasts Smith's leadership with Jesus, highlighting belief's role.
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Church
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Priesthood Transfer: The Real Deal or Sham?
Shawn McCraney questions the LDS Church's priesthood restoration claims, citing scholars to challenge Joseph Smith's accounts, arguing Jesus is the ultimate high priest.
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Book of Mormon, Part 7
Shawn McCraney critiques Gordon B. Hinckley's faith-based approach to the Book of Mormon, emphasizing the need for empirical evidence. He highlights the reliance on personal experience and spiritual testimonies over historical proof, urging critical evaluation of its origins and claims.
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Book of Mormon, Part 6
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS history portrayal, emphasizes devotion to Jesus over church, questions Book of Mormon's authenticity, and plans to explore witness credibility.
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Book of Mormon, Part 5
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS beliefs, labels them anti-Christian, and questions the Book of Mormon's authenticity due to biblical borrowing and anachronisms. He emphasizes repentance, grace, and the unchanging truth of Christ, challenging Joseph Smith's claims and urging reliance on Jesus for salvation.
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General Conference
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS teachings, emphasizing faith in Jesus for salvation over ritualistic steps. He defends biblical authority, critiques LDS scripture use, and opposes plural marriage.
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The Book of Mormon, Part 4
Shawn McCraney critiques the Book of Mormon's 19th-century evangelical influences, suggesting Joseph Smith borrowed themes from revivalist culture, questioning its divine origin.
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The Book of Mormon, Part 3
The Book of Mormon is seen as deceptive, critiqued for lacking core Mormon doctrines, and viewed as a 19th-century creation with simplistic narratives. It challenges organized religion and is argued to be more acceptable as Christian fiction.
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The Book of Mormon, Part 2
Shawn McCraney critiques the Book of Mormon's lack of evidence, contrasts LDS and Christian beliefs, and highlights Joseph Smith's 19th-century influences and biases.
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The Angel Moroni
Shawn McCraney critiques Bible translations, emphasizes salvation through key scriptures, distinguishes wisdom from knowledge, and discusses Joseph Smith's experiences with Moroni.
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Book of Mormon, Part 1
Shawn McCraney critiques Joseph Smith's First Vision and the Book of Mormon's authenticity, emphasizing biblical alignment and questioning Smith's prophecies and teachings.
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A Diversionary Respite
Shawn McCraney's "Heart of the Matter" promotes Christ Evangelical and Sandy Ridge for strong Bible teachings, critiques LDS norms, and urges true Christian values.
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First Vision, Part 2
The First Vision challenges Joseph Smith's role as prophet, contrasting Mormonism's view of God as distinct beings with traditional Christian Trinity. Smith's evolving accounts and doctrinal shifts raise questions about authenticity, contrasting biblical portrayals of God as spirit.
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First Vision, Part 1
Shawn McCraney questions Joseph Smith's First Vision, citing inconsistencies and evolving narratives, urging examination of evidence and promoting his book on Christian authenticity.
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Early Magic Practices
Shawn McCraney explores early 19th-century folk magic's influence on Joseph Smith, highlighting treasure seeking, scrying, and seer stones, urging thoughtful engagement with LDS beliefs.
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Knowing
Shawn McCraney critiques religious institutions, emphasizing personal faith in Jesus over church reliance. He questions certainty in beliefs, highlighting faith over knowledge.
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Pre-First Vision
Shawn McCraney critiques LDS views on the Bible, urging respect and exploration of Joseph Smith's life, marked by hardship, shaping his unique theological views.
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Maternal Influence
Joseph Smith Jr.'s religious development was shaped by his mother's devout zeal and father's liberalism, leading to his role as "The Prophet" and the creation of the Book of Mormon.
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Father Figure
Shawn McCraney explores Joseph Smith Jr.'s family influence, highlighting Universalism, restorationism, and visionary traditions shaping Mormonism, contrasting with mainstream Christianity.
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